Architect Yasuhiro Yamashita of Atelier Tekuto has recently completed a minimalist house design for a family in Tokyo. The site is located in a quiet residential area surrounded by nature. 6m in width and 27m in length, it is a long and narrow site, which has been constructed 3m above road-level so that on clear [...]
Located in Stephentown, New York, architect David Jay Weiner has projected this contemporary urban cottage design the look of expansive glazed facades set in a black wood frame. The cottage has unique, irregular shape, which really stands out among its pastoral, grassy meadow surroundings.
Located in Grândola, Portugal, the Casa Monte na Comporta is a perfect retreat house for everyone who wants to refresh their mind from fatigue of the daily life. The house which has a bunker-like feel offers the distinct undulating shape that echoes the gently sloping sand dunes, presenting its its hard and angular surface planes [...]
Located nearby a natural park 20 miles NW of Barcelona, architects Quim Larrea & Katherine Bedwell has collaborated on designing the Rambed contemporary house. The site is a perfect retreat, surrounded by pine trees, oaks, and scented by the perfume of wild bushes and flowers.
Based to the Case Study Houses, John Pardey Architects have designed a two storey villa with beautiful tune between wood and brick, and is in harmony with the surroundings. The house has two free-hanging living boxes which gives an exciting and airy house.