After years of perfecting the transformation, the homeowners have put the property up for sale, making it a perfect time to take a virtual tour. At the time of this report, the winning bid is equivalent to just $134,000, so anyone in the market for a Swedish getaway chapel should act quickly. The chapel is located in the scenic canal-front town of Töreboda in the sout...
located in the suburb of engaru in northeast hokkaido, the timber dwelling is comprised across two-storeys. the cost constraints have naturally influenced the unusual character of the building; leaving the timber structural elements exposed. the architects decided to employ straightforward techniques of construction and for the property to be finished with a large hat-li...
the building is accessible from a small path cutting through a heavily vegetated area from the main house, taking advantage of large boulders that form a naturally protected area. the design features a unique precast roof that extends from the side of the rock and angles down to meet the ground plane to double as a staircase leading to a rooftop deck. beneath the free-st...
the concept of the design was to take advantage of the selection and use of materials to blur the boundary between indoor and outdoor, and the relationship among surfaces, to create an open environment rich in layers, thus to make the interior space clean of decorations that limit it, and have it return to a natural, simple, quiet, and oriental-type living atmosphere. ...
the structure is a wooden-clad space composed of steel beams, with traditional teak wood shingles and decking. various cross-sections of cantilevered A-frames create a sequence of volumes that separate and give character to the rustic dwelling. the distribution and orientation of spaces maximize privacy for each room, and the large upper floor serves as the point for ...
the proposal aims to create social diversity and to add contemporary features to the rural area. three out of the four outer façades of the farmhouse are covered with fiber cement slate, following the local taste. the fourth inner façade was created by pulling back the volume on the upper floors, and was clad with not-glazed aluminum. the opening of this gap solves ...
One of the project's biggest challenges was that the architects had to work with a plot that falls under strict building regulations – one of the strictest in Ontario. The land also included an old, derelict house which was quickly demolished to make room for Fallsview. The site’s dramatic transformation was overseen by the Municipal Hamilton Conservation Authority and t...
titled ‘denenchofu house’, the family abode is located on a hillside close to the tama river, with a park located opposite. consequently, the design takes advantage of pleasant external views, without the worry of being overlooked. local building regulations determined the property’s dimensions, with a deliberate offset between the home’s levels. a narrow reinforced conc...
the existing structure was renovated to better suit the new small family that now calls it home, redefining spaces and construction techniques while maintaining vestiges of the international style that once defined it. the open floor plan interior is flanked by two new features that define the front and rear sections of the home. at the entrance, a new double height a...
the house is made of three different volumes: one asymmetric garble-shaped house and two concrete boxes. the first one is a galvanized steel-clad structure that sits on top of the extended concrete foundations that grow from the ground. by swaying away the roof from the neighboring building, the house receives more daylight, especially in the narrow garden bellow. the...
named ‘light cube factory’, the building forms both the client’s home and studio, with a large display window presented to the passing street. the structure is aligned to one side of the plot, leaving space for one or two parked cars. access to the property is provided from this driveway, with a small opening cut into the vast concrete façade. inside, the ground floor...
located in the japanese prefecture of nagano, the villa sits at the western foot of the yatsugatake mountains at an altitude of approximately 1,500 meters. appropriately named ‘house in the woods’, the building is composed of two primary elements: a reinforced concrete base, and a gabled timber volume above. built into the region’s undulating terrain, the lower plinth...
the construction saw the combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques. most noticeable is the scheme’s envelope which is clad completely in cedar shingles, including the entrance and roof. this characteristic draws influence from a building method commonly used in churches in norway and sweden. the steep roof pitch has enabled the floor plan of the t...
a fairly compact structure, the dwelling features a simple, modern palette of sustainable and long lasting materials. architectural design was completed by chicago based studio dwell with the goal of creating an intimate connection between residents and location. all primary public spaces are located on the upper level of the two-story home. this, paired with expans...
the house serves as a holiday house for the architect and his girlfriend, designed to accommodate themselves and guests for shorter periods of time. given the number of projects built in the same area, the design stems from a history of experience that led to the use of exposed concrete which maintains its structural and aesthetic with minimal maintenance. folding pl...
the challenge lay in designing a structure large enough and sufficiently versatile so as to accommodate a wide range of functions all the while adhering to a building envelope that would fit within the surrounding neighborhood context. the design resulted as a series of overlaid systems that altogether form a holistic structure characterized by ample amounts of natural ...
measuring at 8,000 square feet, the spatial organization is split into three wings that are programmed to accommodating recreation, entertaining and living. with a driveway that winds underneath the cantilever, a generous garage facilitates to the client’s motor collection which has been separated from everything else. at the ground level, the three wings divide into ...
By combining the bookshelf with the catwalk, they were able to make the catwalk appear seamless in its design, and include some storage for the homeowners at the same time. A wooden cat tree (for scratching) was placed in the corner, which also helps the cat to climb the levels. A variety of shelf heights let the cat have a ‘birds eye view’ of the living space.A special...
The client’s were interested in a having a home that had the whole house centered around one large central open space, which they could enjoy all year long. Due to the narrow shape of the plot of land, the house was designed in a ‘C’ shape, with the home wrapping around the swimming pool.The two-storey home has a large outdoor space, with a deck, a landscaped yard, and ...
Originally this foundation was occupied by another home, however the creek flooded and damaged the original house, causing it to be removed.To be able to keep the same location as the original home, the architect decided to add 2 feet to the height of the original foundation. If they hadn’t done this, they would not have been allowed to build on the same foundation due t...
The home is just 100 square meters (about 1100 square feet), and includes a living area, dining area, kitchen, one bedroom and bathroom.Due to the warm temperatures in the area, the home completely opens up, allowing for the breeze to flow through the home.The rooftop has been designed in an almost lantern-like shape, which helps with outward circulation of hot air, and ...
Russian architecture studio Ruetemple has created the perfect solution for a family of four that keeps kids occupied and allows mom and dad to stay in bed a bit longer. The studio designed a master bedroom with a multi-level play area above the bed, incorporating a small playhouse and secret room. The owners commissioned Ruetemple to design an unusual master bedroom i...
over the years after the war, a growing number of distinctive architecture emerged across the city, making the location known for its exploration in unusual buildings. the design team organized ‘songdo residence’ – which also goes by the name of ‘alice’s adventures in wonder house’ – to feel like a small city with its own alleyways on each floor. the exterior – compos...
for the refurbishment of a terrace located in a classic house in buenos aires, marantz focused on converting the roof into a new recreational spot by designing an area with green spaces, an orchard with its own irrigation system, and by expanding its living area by adding a grill and deck. a light structure was added, linking the two roof levels with a staircase that ...
The home, located in Singapore, sits on a site surrounded by mature trees and dense vegetation, and is accessible from the front by a steep road.The heart of the home is the open plan living area.To keep the house cool, the home can open up to allow the breeze to flow through the space.A double height loft area above the dining table also assists in the air flow.Just off...
Located at Blueys Beach on the mid-north coast of NSW, the chic timber dwelling offers all the comforts of a relaxing holiday retreat while minimizing energy usage. Clad in sustainably sourced timber and high-performance glass, the Blueys Beach House 4 overlooks lush landscape views and emphasizes indoor and outdoor living. While the original weather-beaten homes on B...
Japanese architect Tomohiro Hata designed the house as an extension of the sloping terrain and created a seemingly introverted residence that in fact features an abundance of skylights and windows that bring natural light inside. The architect wanted to restore the natural topography and named the residence "Re-slope House" to reference this attitude. Located in a res...
Bates Masi Architects used wide cedar boards for external cladding, which gives the house a natural, organic look and feel.The architects approached the design of the house by researching how form, materials and details shape acoustic performance of architecture. A series of parallel walls provide layers of privacy and thermal insulation, creating a comfortable living sp...
located in one of the most prestigious areas of mexico city, ‘casa roel’ shines with its simplicity and concrete grandeur. with an almost monochromatic appearance, the house was built with four materials: exposed concrete, glass, a beige stone for the flooring, and a light-colored wood on the ceiling. by placing it facing southwest, natural light flows through the whole ...
the house is designed as a lightweight volume, wrapped entirely in a charred pine wood and set on a concrete base that references the rocky terrain in which the structure is based. following a similar strategy as their design of ‘casa encallada‘, a robust black shell covers the building which works with the uneven topography of the hill. presented with no openings at...
named ‘villa tranquille’ — or ‘quiet house’ — the structure is completely enclosed on three sides, with views oriented towards the picturesque rolling landscape. the overall geometry of the home is based on a repeated sequence of four volumes. contained behind a peripheral wall, each volume is paired with an adjacent courtyard that ensures natural light and ventilation. ...
fortunately however, the clients who selected just such a lot quickly made another decision to commission thai studio archimontage design fields sophisticated. the team happily took on the challenge, and developed a three part plan to make ‘chokchai 4 house’ the best it could be. the concept, as one might expect, focuses on creating an idyllic hiding place from the ou...
made up of structural planes and large masses, esteve wanted to convey a tectonic character which metaphorically links to its unique context. white concrete with few columns will be used throughout and interrupted by a central staircase of backlit yellow onyx. the spatial layout presents a series of overlapping boxes enclosed by its natural landscape. the upper level,...
The home was designed to work with the site’s contour lines, solar exposure and remarkable panoramic view. The rear of the home opens up with a large angled roof section. The swimming pool and surrounding lounge areas take full advantage of the view. The kitchen and dining area open directly to the backyard of the home. The interior living area is almost doubled ...
The entrance to the home has a large water feature, covering a good part of a concrete wall.At the rear of the home, the swimming pool has prime position to take advantage of the views. At night, you can cook a meal in the outdoor kitchen/barbeque area.Inside, a light custom-colored wood was imported from Italy for the floors.The large living room and dining area opens ...
composed of three floors, the interiors have been designed to link visually and instill a sense of continuity. each room unfolds onto the other, with the internal program distinguished by the varying contrast in light and materials. the organization of each floor responds to the typical system of services – from the cave-like basement to the overhead light that bathes th...
