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In the quiet streets surrounding London’s Alexandra Palace, Zminkowska De Boise Architects has transformed a modest Edwardian mid-terrace through a carefully considered 16 sqm rear extension and wider reworking of the family home. Designed around the daily lives of Claire and Andrew and their two young sons, the project uses colour, exposed structure, natural materials and improved visual connections to turn a previously cramped and disconnected ground floor into a generous, light-filled sequence of spaces. Martina Ferrera Claire and Andrew bought the house in 2018 and lived in it largely unchanged for five years before beginning the project. That period gave the family a detailed understanding of how the existing spaces worked... More

The house is located in Verdizela, in the municipality of Setúbal, on a plot in a low-density residential area, characterized by green surroundings and the striking presence of stone pines. The project aims to combine formal contemporaneity with harmonious integration into the natural context, favoring a fluid relationship between interior and exterior and making the most of natural light, a striking feature of the region. Hca-Lisboa Hca-Lisboa Hca-Lisboa Hca-Lisboa Hca-Lisboa The house has two floors above ground and a partially buried basement, resulting in a balanced and horizontal volume, whose architectural expression stands out for its sobriety and geometric rigor. The ground floor, with a predominantl... More

The philosophical concept rests on the idea of ​​permanence and lightness: the house is implanted in the terrain and is formed by concrete slabs as if recognizing the memory of the place, respecting its presence and integrating it as the foundation of the project. João Morgado João Morgado The garden on the slabs emerges as an inversion of the traditional concept of fertile soil. Here, nature is not merely a support, but a conquest. Vegetation settles on the concrete, creating a dialogue between the organic and the mineral, between what grows and what remains. This garden does not seek to conceal the concrete, but rather to enhance it, allowing it to emerge and participate in the composition of the space. Jo&atil... More

House of Panes by Matthew Giles Architects is a sensitive yet striking reimagining of an Edwardian terraced home in Muswell Hill. The design masterfully balances the home’s historic fabric with a bold, light-filled intervention, creating a contemporary living environment that celebrates both heritage and modernity. The homeowners, George and Alice, approached the project with a strong design sensibility and a clear vision. Alice, a former vintage furniture dealer, brought an eclectic mix of pieces to the home, enriching its character with curated furnishings that speak to different eras. Now back at university while raising their children, she was deeply engaged in shaping a home that nurtures both study and family life. Their brief... More

Starting from a desire to blend a unique, tropical, and private sanctuary for a house, comes a dwelling that welcomes the user to indulge in natural elements, both man-made and contextual. O16 is located in a gateless complex with a corner site that overlook a basketball park and the complex perimeter boundary. The house has secluded feeling with views and row of eternal greeneries that are given by the surroundings, thus making the 2nd floor of the house basically undisturbed in terms of views. Ernest Theofilus Ernest Theofilus The design of the house is trying to maximize this advantage by orienting almost all the required rooms and activity toward basketball park that is covered with trees, including the journey to the main e... More

Pine House is located in a beautiful wooded area near Varna – in a context where architecture becomes an act of listening rather than demonstration. Conceived not as an object imposed on the landscape, but as a quiet participant in its life, the house reflects a desire for architecture that respects and ultimately surrenders to its surroundings. Photography by Dian Stanchev Photography by Dian Stanchev The project embodies an ethic of respect for the natural world not only through its preservation, but also through its celebration. The architecture here is a temporary guest: the steel structure is demountable, and the elements used are modular. The house can be removed, leaving behind minimal traces. This dismantlability is... More

Four squares dictate the spatial layout for this extended family home in Co. Clare. The house is broken into three simple block forms around these squares. The central block accommodating the living quarters for the house acts as the focal point between the sleeping blocks on either side. Jed Niezgoda Jed Niezgoda On arrival, a porch marks the principal entrance to the central block. Openings in the project are influenced by the pattern of openings on early 20th-century Irish farmhouses. Blind windows continue classical rhythms where it was not possible to make a window opening. Externally, a wet dash plaster finish, a drystone wall and a black slate roof reference vernacular building materials of the locality. Jed Niezgoda... More

At the request of long time clients, we designed and supervised the construction of a new cabin in the Chamonix valley. The site is located within a residential compound built in the 50’s. A cabin dating from the original master plan was on the lot. The location benefits from sweeping and stunning views over the Mont Blanc skyline. This majestic view was the starting point of the design. Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire  After a first programmatic study, it quickly became clear that the existing cabin was not suited for its new use. Thermal constraints and the project’s goals didn’t justify a remodeling of the existing... More

Located in the countryside of São Paulo, this residence was conceived as a contemporary retreat that seeks a balance between the generosity of social spaces and rigorous bioclimatic performance. The project emerges from the convergence between the programmatic desires of the residents and the investigative methodology of Studio Marchesin Arquitetos Associados, applied through its innovation branch: Marchesin Design Lab. Caption Caption In this context, the project is not merely a formal exercise, but the result of the concept of the “Digital Hand.” This approach treats the curation and manipulation of computational resources and data processing with the tactile sensitivity of a craftsman. Technology ceases to b... More

Radićevo Promenade Urban House is conceived through a dialogue with its immediate context and within a strictly defined planning and conservation framework. The volume is set back as far north as possible relative to the existing house, freeing the southern portion of the plot and forming an enclosed garden as the primary outdoor living space. Ante Sušić Ante Sušić The garden acts as an extension of the triple height living area, providing optimal sunlight, privacy, and a strong spatial continuity between interior and exterior. It is enclosed by a perimeter wall that follows the logic of the surrounding fabric, clearly articulating the distinction between the private garden and the semi private forecourt. A carefull... More

W House II is an extension of the original W House I which was built more than 10 years ago but developed in response to the owner’s evolving needs. The new house is intended as the primary residence, while the first house is converted into guest accommodation. The original intention of the owner is to have a single-story home in which all family members remain visually connected and able to share daily activities; however, this condition has caused the owner to knowingly accept the sacrifice of the mountain view. Eventually, the architect proposed to raise the entire building onto the second floor to maintain a full view of the scenery, while the ground level is therefore left untouched for the family’s two pet cows to graze fr... More

"Hamlet" refers to a small settlement. The site is located in a residential area lined with relatively large houses, facing a public park across a river. To ensure a friendly appearance that does not overwhelm the park frequented by local residents and children, we attempted to reconstruct the residence not as a single massive volume, but as a collection of human-scale houses. The result is an appearance reminiscent of an intimate settlement, where small roofs of varying heights and sizes seem to huddle together. studioSHUWARI Satoshi Shuwari Caption In contrast, the interior is a loosely connected continuous one-room space. This configuration was derived from the client's desire to complete all daily activities—housework,... More

This house is built on a site along a bank in Toyama City overlooking the Tateyama mountain range. It was planned with the utmost care to allow people to enjoy the scenery in their daily lives. The living/dining/kitchen area and bathroom are located on the second floor to take in the views of the river, Toyama City, and the Tateyama mountain range that were previously blocked by the bank. The large windows offer a panoramic view, allowing you to spend time feeling the changes of the seasons. The entrance and private rooms are all on the first floor, allowing each family member to cherish their own time. The scenery becomes memorable depending on the people who gather there and how they spend their time. The scenery that catches your eye in... More

The house on Gartenstrasse had been neglected for years. When we found it, it felt like a lost place in a kind of jungle in the middle of the city. But it was very charming and demolition was out of the question. So we preserved the good, highlighted the special and enhanced the unusual, carefully transforming the house into a collection of interesting rooms and special moments. Marie Kreibich Marie Kreibich Marie Kreibich More