Inspired by 60s and 70s Stereo Cabinets: Kew House 3 in Melbourne
Kew House 3 was completed by the Victoria based studio Vibe Design Group. This 3,455 square foot modern home was inspired in part by 60s and 70s stereo cabinets. The spaced timber battens at either end are mimicking speaker elements. The house sits atop steel posts reminiscent of stereo cabinet legs. Kew House 3 is…
Luxury Modern Home in Cañete, Peru
Casa P12 was completed in 2012 by the Lima based studio Martin Dulanto Arquitecto. This project included the construction of a modern family home, the house was proposed as a large white box that has been excavated. The extensive roof terrace includes a swimming pool, barbecue area, dining room and various terraces. Casa P12 is…
Warm and Inviting Retreat near Lake Tahoe, California
The Martis Camp House was completed by the Scottsdale based studio Swaback Partners. This gorgeous mountain retreat was designed to be different from the traditional architecture in the area that is usually dark with a heavy composition. The clients wanted a light and airy felling of snow. The Martis Camp House is located near Lake…
Luxury Holiday Villa in Saint-Tropez, France
Villa St Tropez is a luxury holiday villa located in Saint-Tropez, France. The villa sleeps 16 guests in eight bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms and wonderful floor-to-ceiling windows. Escalet beach is a five minute drive. Villa St Tropez is available year round, prices start at €38,500 per week, more information can be found here.…
Contemporary Renovation Near Brussels, Belgium
House LS was completed in 2011 by the Mechelen based studio dmvA Architecten. This project included the contemporary renovation of a classical house. Covenants and building regulations determined that there would be no ‘metamorphosis’, just small interventions. The swimming pool was renovated and two sculptural volumes were added, connecting the house, pool and garden. House…
Stunning Home Situated Above Palillos Beach, Peru
Casa Palillos E-3 was completed in 2011 by the Lima based studio Vertice Arquitectos. This stunning three-storey contemporary home has been designed for a private client. Water views from most of the rooms and independence and tranquillity from the private areas was of high importance. The indoor and outdoor living areas seamlessly blend together and…
Designed For a Newly Retired Couple: Olympic View House
Olympic View House was completed by the Bainbridge Island based studio BC&J Architecture. This delightful 2,700 square foot, two-storey home has been designed for a newly retired couple. The house enjoys fabulous views over the Port Orchard Narrows and the Olympic Mountain Range beyond. The Olympic View House is located on Bainbridge Island in Washington,…
Luxurious Modern Residence in Pretoria, South Africa
House Boz was completed by the Johannesburg-based studio Nico Van Der Meulen Architects. This 8,288 square foot, four bedroom contemporary home has been designed for a client that requested a spacious and luxurious modern home. Emphasis was placed on the living spaces, ensuring the wonderful views were maximised was of the upmost importance. The indoor…
Family Holiday Lodge in Havsdalen, Norway
The Split View Mountain Lodge was completed in 2013 by the Oslo based studio Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter. This fabulous timber-clad cabin has been built for a young family as a winter holiday retreat. The four bedroom home has a separate ‘youth’ lounge and mezzanine for the younger children, a small annex provides accommodation for visiting…
15th Century Barn Conversion on the Island of Guernsey
La Concha House was completed in 2003 by the Guernsey based studio MOOARC. This project included the conversion of a 15th century barn, developed as a fluid, three-dimensional plan inspired by ‘The Nolli plan of Rome’ 1748. La Concha House is located on the Island of Guernsey. La Concha House on the Island of Guernsey,…
