Residential archictecture

In the design of the NematAbad Residential project, two primary objectives were pursued: - Compatibility and harmony with the site. Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption - Designing two units per floor with optimal and identical conditions. Initially, to ensure compatibility with the site conditions, a primary volume was conceived, enveloped by a continuous shell emerging from the ground, symbolizing its integration with the surroundings. This shell was sloped at the roof level to harmonize with the site’s climatic conditions. Caption Caption Caption Caption Furthermore, the project required two units per floor. Given the narrow width of the plot, placing two units of appropriate dime... More

ATAMI taught us to seek the hidden potential within the historic and cultural fabric of a building, embrace it, and carry it forward into a new chapter of its life. The house presented itself as a traditional Japanese structure, with multiple rooms divided by shoji doors, low ceilings, and tatami floors. Masao Nishikawa Photography studio Masao Nishikawa Photography studio While inspecting for possible roof leaks, we uncovered a beautiful wooden frame with aged natural beams. We immediately recognized this as the building's hidden soul—a place where Japanese craftsmanship truly excelled, yet had remained unseen for decades. Masao Nishikawa Photography studio From that moment, we began to understand the house as a kind... More

The Central Courtyard is the most prominent feature of traditional Iranian architecture. It is a space which resolves cultural and environmental problems at one and the same time: in the face of harsh and unfavorable climates it controls light radiation and balances out radical highs and lows in temperature, and in response to certain cultural necessities it well defines and separates the private lives of its residents and keeps the personal away from the more public spaces. The Central Courtyard Villa employs these very pros while simultaneously attempting at a more contemporary translation of this long-lived Iranian space: the Central Courtyard here is opened to the entire surface of the project so as to resonate and echo its features thr... More

Project Concept: Spatial Authenticity, Spatial Autonomy The Varbon Residential Project was conceived with the idea of combining and juxtaposing two fundamental structures: the base and the residential. This composition, while maximizing the panoramic views of the forest to the south and the sea to the north, emphasizes the authenticity and spatial independence of each structure. Such independence is not only preserved at the overall scale of the building between the base and the residential volumes, but also extends to each floor, where every unit is defined by its own distinct identity and spatial authenticity. The elongated form of the building along the axis of the views creates spatial diversity and reinterprets a contemporary model in... More

Woodbury is a contemporary glass extension in the Cotswolds, designed and installed by IQ Glass for a traditional home near Castle Combe. The glazing package combines large sliding openings returning to a clear glass-to-glass fixed corner, a shaped structural-glass gable and a refined entrance composition, all finished in RAL 9005 Matt to sit quietly against the black detailing of the architecture. Photography: Alister Thorpe On the garden elevation, ultra-slim sliding doors provide generous openings and terminate at a clear glass-to-glass fixed corner, with the structural post set back so the junction reads as uninterrupted glass. Because this is a glass extension in the Cotswolds adjoining honey-toned local stone, the interfaces wer... 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 CLM Residence was conceived as a retreat aligned with the client’s vision, offering relaxation and an escape from daily routines. Designed to provide moments of rest and leisure in harmony with nature, the residence maintains all the conveniences of urban living. The project was developed by the Brazilian office Raiz Arquitetura, led by architects and partners Alexandre Ferraz and Elias Souza, renowned for their portfolio of high-end residences along São Paulo's coast and countryside.  Manuel Sá Upon entering the residence, visitors are welcomed into an expansive, fluid social area with an open floor plan that seamlessly integrates the living room, kitchen, dining, and leisure spaces, fostering inter... More