Luxury residential architecture

Between the pastel façades and cobbled gradients of De Waterkant, Loader Street remains one of Cape Town’s most disciplined urban rooms — a place where history lingers in thresholds, textures, and domestic scale. Within this compact fabric, SALT Architects’ intervention on a narrow, tapering site reveals how architecture might engage with the idea of continuity not as mimicry, but as measured reinvention. The original dwelling, worn by decades of incremental alteration, had lost the clarity of its proportions and the depth of its relationship to light. SALT’s response was one of careful subtraction and calibrated insertion. Only the original street-facing façade — a modest but dignified fragment... More

Designed during the Covid-19 pandemic, Abrisham Villa emerged from a period when domestic life was being fundamentally redefined. Located in the mountainous landscape of Shandiz near Mashhad, Iran, the project was commissioned for a multi-generational family seeking a living environment that could accommodate both collective life and individual independence. see studio see studio see studio The site was subject to strict regulations, limiting construction to two floors and 40 percent site coverage. At the same time, the family envisioned a home deeply connected to nature, outdoor activities, and shared experiences. The project therefore began with a central question: how can a compact architectural volume remain open, flexib... More

Nestled amidst lush greenery in Ognaj, Ahmedabad, this 5 BHK bungalow design in Ahmedabad spans approximately 6,900 sq ft on a 332 sq yd plot. Crafted by Harikrushna Pattani & Associates, the residence communicates a modern language of refined verticality, curvilinear geometry, and warm, tactile textures, resulting in a home that feels both luxurious and intimately connected to its surroundings.  The concept was rooted in creating flow between indoor and outdoor spaces, emphasizing vertical openness and spatial fluidity. Curved forms soften the building’s massing, guiding the eye through fluid facades and helping the structure sit harmoniously within the landscape. Materials like warm wood finishes and textured surfaces grou... More

Location: Oeiras, PortugalYear: 2024Client: PrivateStatus: In development Caption Set on a sloping terrain, this three-storey residence is organized across a sequence of staggered levels, using the site’s natural topography as a key design element. The massing is clad in two tones of natural stone: a darker grey envelops the lower levels, grounding the building and providing a sense of solidity, while a lighter cream stone defines the upper volume, evoking lightness and suspension. Caption The top floor accommodates the garage and a gym, and serves as the main entrance to the house. The intermediate level is dedicated to social areas — an office, living room, and open-plan kitchen — which open directly onto an... More

The Majestic Residence Signature Villa is an award-winning property located in the prestigious Majestic Residence community on Phra Tamnak Hill, Pattaya. Designed by Mario Kleff and completed in 2023, this villa received the "Architecture Single Residence Thailand" award at the 2024 International Property Awards Asia Pacific, highlighting its innovative design and architectural excellence.  Wandeegroup Wandeegroup Wandeegroup Wandeegroup A standout feature of the villa is its impressive structural engineering, featuring a 48-meter cellular beam spanning between two columns and a 19-meter cantilevered steel box girder forming the penthouse floor. These elements not only enhance the villa's aesthetic appeal but also... More

Rose Bay House takes the experience of a plateau as the inspiration for its architecture and interiors. In this new design, the ground is sculpted to fuse with the built form, folding upwards to create a plinth on which the main living spaces of the home rest. The plateau creates the feeling of floating on solid ground, while the steep and sudden rise of rocky terrain forming an elevated platform towering above the land below. Pablo Veiga Pablo Veiga Bringing the outdoors in, large full height glazing to the front of the building creates wide vistas of Sydney Harbour accompanied by integrated planters and landscaping layered seamlessly into the main living spaces. The northern facade features a sheltered courtyard carved into the... More

This project’s seaside location meant that the building needed to respond to the beauty of its site while simultaneously countering the impacts of a harsh coastal environment. This house is not a weekend escape but rather a family home that happens to be at the beach. The architecture of this building is an exploration of how to construct a robust family home that will last the test of time in this very corrosive environment. The building is composed of a series of expressed concrete slabs that skew slightly on each level. Robust and resilient, this concrete structure establishes the architectural expression and materiality of the building. The concrete slabs are expressed externally as well as internally (in the ceilings). Facing the... More

Imagine this: just beyond the urban limits of Auckland, in the tranquil countryside of Coatesville, sits a stunning plot of land nestled among lush, mature trees and untouched native bush. This is where a young couple, full of excitement and anticipation, has chosen to build their first home—an award winning home that Nala Studio Architects is privileged to help bring to life. It’s not just any home; it’s a blend of tradition and modernity, a "farmhouse with a modern twist."  Nala Studio Architects Nala Studio Architects Nala Studio Architects The clients’ brief was as delightful as it was clear. They wanted a design that would not only frame the breathtaking views of the surrounding forest but a... More

Ilona Rose House is a dynamic mixed-use development crafted by Soho Estates, offering a blend of office spaces, retail outlets along Charing Cross Road, and an inviting public courtyard adorned with restaurant and bar amenities. Banker Wire With a vision to imbue every corner of the building with warmth, vibrancy, and a reflection of the tenants' brand essence, meticulous attention was paid to renovating spaces that would welcome visitors and showcase the quality and dynamics of the offerings. At the heart of this endeavor lies the reception area – a pivotal space that sets the tone for the entire building, serving as a stage where impressions are formed and experiences begin. Banker Wire Intended to make a striking first... More

Rawda, a suburban gem nestled in the Capital Governorate of Kuwait, embodies a harmonious blend of modernity and tradition. From its lush greenery to its vibrant community spirit, Rawda offers a delightful living environment for its residents. Among its architectural wonders lies a striking feature – the tiered woven wire mesh ceiling feature in the conference room, a testament to the area’s commitment to innovative design and functionality. At first glance, the conference room’s tiered ceiling captivates with its modern elegance and intricate design. Comprising multiple layers of rectangular shapes, each diminishing in size, this ceiling feature creates a mesmerizing tiered effect. Banker Wires representative in Kuwait,... More

Ava demarcates itself from all other luxury residential developments by an unprecedented offering of luxury amenities and bespoke facilities. Each residence is meticulously crafted to the highest standards and offers a unique and fully serviced lifestyle for the residents, their families and staff. Caption The arrival experience for residents and visitors starts out with an unexpected disconnect from the urban realm as they leave the street and city noise and slowly begin their path of discovery towards their destination. Screened off by cascades of waterfalls, the building gradually appears as an isle, completely surrounded by an edgeless body of water that seamlessly extends towards the sea in a perfect continuity. Caption The... More

This project focused its development in 3 basic and unalterable stones: the outside management of the existent buildings (its inside in ruins, not only showed structurally untastable, inadequate and unhealthy.  GV+A The improvement of the public space and create green and comfortable gardens to the existent residents was our main focus. GV+A Together with all of this we saw the necessity of the enlargement of the existent construction areas to create a possibility of T4 and T5 housing. GV+A More