#NatureInspiredDesign

Figa House is a statement of how the simplicity and wisdom of traditional constructions can merge with the contemporary context, respecting both local culture and the environment. Located near the village of Caraíva, in Bahia, just a few kilometers upstream, the house is a delicate expression of caiçara architecture, where coexistence with nature and the preservation of artisanal knowledge form the foundation of the project. oka fotografia oka fotografia oka fotografia oka fotografia   oka fotografia Distributed across four volumes that are carefully and intuitively arranged on the 850 m² lot, the house is a true homage to the way local buildings respect space and adapt to the environment.... More

The project consists of a three-story family apartment building, featuring two flats with three bedrooms each and a top-floor apartment with three bedrooms and a mezzanine level. All apartments offer two ensuite rooms and a master bedroom, along with open-plan kitchen, dining, and living areas. The rooftop garden is accessible to all residents, creating a shared outdoor space. Blending contemporary modern living with elements of traditional Cypriot architecture, the design draws inspiration from the geometric expressions found in the old streets of Larnaca. The ground floor incorporates stone cladding, enabling the building to harmonise with the site, landscape, and neighbourhood, while also dividing it into two distinct volumes. Subtle ge... More

The building comprises three houses: a main family house with three bedrooms, an open living kitchen, and dining room; a small family home with one bedroom, an open kitchen, and living room; and a guest studio and garage, which have direct access from the main street via a staircase. The main family house is located on the upper part of the site’s massing, with entrance through a beautiful courtyard. The courtyard connects to the mountain through an iconic staircase, merging the natural landscape with the courtyard and main house. The staircase’s design harmoniously blends the hilly topography with the geometrical forms of the local architectural style and the island’s natural terrain, creating a unique and welcoming outdo... More

Located on a serene hill overlooking Agios Konstantinos Bay, this remarkable villa in Greece offers a bespoke living experience with three bedrooms and two guest studios tailored to meet the unique requirements and preferences of the inhabitants. The house is divided into two distinct chambers. The owner’s chamber features an exclusive master bedroom, a light-filled bathroom, an open kitchen with a living room, a library, and a gym. The guest chamber comprises two studio rooms and a service kitchen. Ergin Birinci Studio, Visualisation Artist IvaBox Designed with a deep reverence for the natural surroundings and informed by meticulous environmental and data analysis, the architecture focuses on optimising user comfort by managing... More