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Portuguese-base architect Mario Martins has designed the Colunata House in Luz-Lagos, in the south of Portugal which defined by a set of guidelines, namely: The creation of a contemporary architectural element; Respect for and connection with the surrounding area, natural and built upon; The use of local materials and building techniques; Deciding the solar orientation [...]

The Swellendam house is designed by GASS Architecture in rural South Africa: This new residential dwelling is situated in Swellendam at the door-step of the breathtaking mountains and valleys of Langeberg Mountains – a view so magnificent that the locals have named it “God’s Window.” It was because of this exquisite setting that simple forms [...]

The project is completed by Oded & Elizabeth Tal Architects on long, narrow 800 sqm site in Herzelia near the Mediterranean Sea. The house features four levels: a full basement with cinema room and three bedrooms, ground floor with swimming pool in rear garden, first floor with four ensuite bedrooms, and in the attic within [...]

Villa Chi in Cape Sienna Resort, Phuket: Villa Chi is a vivid, tranquil and incredibly romantic holiday home that eases and pleases the senses in many delightful ways. It has a cutting-edge style yet there is a close-to-nature feel from top to bottom. With expansive terracing and a superb indoor-outdoor connection, Villa Chi is designed [...]

This West Hollywood residence is located in the hills above Sunset Boulevard with 180 degree views of Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Brentwood below. The goal of this extensive remodel and addition was to capitalize on the spectacular views and thereby maximize the natural light throughout the two-story home. To achieve this, the home was reoriented [...]

The form of the building, evolves the site’s constraints, consists of a composition of cubic blocks and oblique walls following different angles that configure the interior spaces. The house is closed on the access façade, while it opens wide to the views on the opposite side. The purity of the external shapes is reflected on [...]