#house architecture

Part of the requalification of an 1980s residence, embracing time as a design material. The intervention does not seek to conflict with the existing structure, but rather to establish a clear dialogue between past and present, where the new architecture reveals itself as a continuous and legible layer. Leonardo Vieira Leonardo Vieira Leonardo Vieira Leonardo Vieira Leonardo Vieira Leonardo Vieira The project reorganizes the living spaces around the complete integration between interior, garden, and sky, creating a house truly lived in on a daily basis — a place for cooking, playing, gathering, and simply being. The materiality of the new volume, tectonic and honest in character, contrasts with and at the... 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

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

In the city of San Bernardino, within a residential development set on a hillside overlooking Lake Ypacaraí, this project consists of two twin houses designed to engage directly with the landscape. @Fottograma The houses are named Ita Ari and Ita Kua, words from the Guaraní language that loosely translate to “above the stone” and “within/under the stone.” The names reflect the way the two volumes relate to the terrain and to the exposed rock of the site. @Fottograma @Fottograma The site has a pronounced slope, with a height difference of 15 meters between its lowest and highest points. This condition became the starting point of the design. Both houses, with square floor plans, are posi... More

Casa A  The Barros plot of land does not yield easily. It is a score of inclinations, an irregular map that defies gravity. To the east, the strength of the stone wall raises the gaze; to the west, the streets draw the boundary. An urban void that clamored for infill, a blank canvas awaiting a gesture. Ivo Tavares studio Ivo Tavares studio The response was a whisper to the earth, not a shout. Instead of mastering the slope, we chose to listen to it and accompany it. The architecture was born from the modeling, from the idea of creating terraces and plateaus, like steps that lead us from chaos to order. Ivo Tavares studio Thus, the building is an organism that breathes with the ground. Two horizontal planes, simple in... More

This project concerns a single-family dwelling set on a plot with a steep natural slope and a privileged view over a surrounding landscape rich in vegetation and close to a body of water. The layout of the house takes advantage of the topography, sitting on a partially suspended platform that provides a continuous visual connection with the horizon and subtle integration with the surrounding nature. Hra-Lisboa Hra-Lisboa Hra-Lisboa The architectural proposal is based on a volumetric composition marked by horizontal lines and overlapping planes, defining a contemporary, minimalist, and elegant language. The large glazed openings play a central role, allowing the fusion between interior and exterior, creating spacious, bright... More

The commission was requested by a couple with a high profile on social media, and the site for its construction was a sunny plot overlooking an artificial lake with four willows along the shore, located in a private neighbourhood in the suburban area of Greater Buenos Aires. BRUTO STUDIO BRUTO STUDIO BRUTO STUDIO BRUTO STUDIO Upon arrival from the street, the sole access point, a tectonic object is perceived, resulting from operations of clean and abstract prisms, not recognisable with the scales of domestic typologies commonly used in the area. A priori, an impenetrable intimacy. Intimacy is not merely a private space or a personal secret, but an effect of language that presupposes an implicit community. This signifies... More

The house is situated in one of the most rugged areas on the outskirts of Argentina's most densely populated urban centre, the Buenos Aires Delta. This initial juxtaposition defines the site: an access canal lies at the front of the plot, while an endless, humid willow forest stretches behind. The ground continually shifts between water and land, creating a dynamic terrain. Galgo Case 1 by BRUTO STUDIO responds to these conditions by positioning the house lengthwise, capturing the dual landscape, and maintaining a continuous relationship with the ever-changing environment. BRUTO STUDIO The building takes the form of a timber parallelepiped with long, continuous elevations, subtly punctuated by the entrance and semi-permeable sections... More

Located in the Kopų Žuvėdros quarter of Klaipėda, this single-family house is distinguished by its architecture, boldly breaking from conventional rectangular forms and drawing inspiration from the animal kingdom. Designed by the architectural firm G. Natkevičius ir partneriai, the building is conceptually based on the image of an elephant, with the primary material expression of this concept being the expressive terrace roof evoking the animal's trunk. Leonas Garbačauskas The building comprises two storeys plus a basement, encompassing a total area of approximately 252 m². Its volumetric composition is formed from a primary, relatively regular rectangular block and an attached dynamic, curved element – the roof covering th... More

A full extension of a basement terraced house, with interior renovation and refurbishment to a high standard. French and Tye French and Tye Polysmiths was appointed by a private client to undertake a rear extension and full interior renovation and refurbishment of a 2-bedroom apartment flat in Kentish Town, Camden London. French and Tye French and Tye Climate Change means that, according to the Mayor of London, at least 200,000 properties in London alone are at risk of surface water flooding, most are residential basement flats. French and Tye French and Tye Polysmiths seeks to redefine the basement home renovations, breathing new life into a 2-bedroom basement apartment in North London – a space that... More

TAA Agency presents one of its projects: “Le Gabriel”, a new development comprising a senior residence, and collective, intermediate, and individual housing units in Saint-Jory (Occitanie Region, France).  Roland Halbe “Le Gabriel” project in Saint-Jory is, above all, an urban development project that helps structure the northern entrance of this typical village in the northern part of Toulouse. After numerous phases of urban studies carried out over several years, the developer UNITI was entrusted with the three hectares of this Development and Planning Orientation (OAP), to implement a mixed-use program that contributes to shaping this town entrance, blending public facilities and housing. Roland Halb... More

RENOVATED HOME GAINS SPACIOUS OUTDOOR AREAS, INVITING SOCIAL SPACES, AND WARM TONES A young couple with a baby approached Goiva Arquitetura to transform a residence in Vila Madalena, São Paulo. Their main desire was to live in a home with inviting social spaces and expansive outdoor areas—something they missed while living in an apartment. They also wanted an integrated kitchen, a complete renovation of the master bedroom, a bedroom for their child, a home office, and an independent room for use as a psychology practice. Manuel Sá Manuel Sá Manuel Sá The project’s primary goal was to optimize the home's three floors, creating welcoming and multifunctional living spaces. On the ground... More

We’re delighted to announce one of our latest interior design projects — this stunning boho-themed apartment! With a focus on natural elements, the space features an abundance of indoor plants and a minimalist colour palette that fosters a tranquil, laid-back atmosphere. Every corner reflects a harmonious blend of comfort and style, offering a peaceful retreat that connects seamlessly with nature.  Space Play Design Studio Space Play Design Studio Central to the design is the use of a minimalist color palette, featuring soft, earthy tones such as warm neutrals, muted greens, and gentle whites. These hues were selected to evoke a sense of calm while allowing the natural light to permeate every corner of the apartm... More