My deep affection towards this house, located in Ripatransone, Italy, began with the picture you see above. “An eye is the first instrument of an architect”, as one of the famous masters said, and, indeed this is true.

Being able to see the importance and the intimate beauty of this landscape, to see the necessity of introducing it into the interior space by means of such a marvelous panorama window – it is already a gift. I must confess, I would be able to close my eyes to the exterior for the sake of this single, truly ingenious interior design. Continue reading →

Staring at an ideal scenario while having lunch or even when reading a book… On the Swedish countryside there´s a red house that simply turns the landscape into a remarkable experience! The Sprojs House works as an extension of a traditional Swedish house. This annex has only 30 square meters of area distributed in a single ground floor plan. Continue reading →

Extremely limited sites are always a challenge, although sometimes the most adaptable solution is already there to be utilized! I’m talking about the infinite world of prefab structures that are constantly available for the most challenging architectural needs.

In Tokyo, Japan, a multi-level private residence is the perfect example for this kind of possibility, and with an exquisite result! Let’s take a closer look… Continue reading →

Revitalizing an old house is always a big test for an architect. This peculiar process often stands as an opportunity to create new moments and atmosphere. The Lake Como House in northern Italy illustrates how refreshing this kind of architectonic procedure can be.

A 1970’s house has been turned into a modern building…How? In a very delicate way: the original pitched roof was substituted by a roof terrace while the ancient facades are now “dressed up” in an irregular wooden screen. There’s definitely something about this wonderful project. Continue reading →

I already wrote about a modern roof apartment in a 19th century Viennese building, mentioning how they love experimenting with historical roof reconstructions, adding stylish, daring volumes onto old Viennese houses. Personally I’m always fascinated with these beautiful new-meets-old stories, so I decided to share the next project with you as well. Continue reading →

Some architects are more interested in surfaces and forms, others are more involved with interior spaces or with light. In Karlsruhe, Germany, a contemporary house shows how light can be crucial for experiencing an interior’s ambiance. And to achieve this goal, a magnificent transparent facade facing the street welcomes us to enter into a world of light! Continue reading →

Some buildings are born to serve as a pure extension of its surrounding nature…In Karuizawa, Japan, an exceptional house claims all the attention for its intimate relation with the landscape. A national forest borders the property, which means it is unlikely to be hemmed in by neighbors in the near future. Before we get to the house itself, I just couldn’t help myself – I mean, just look at that hot tub terrace view – Wow! Continue reading →

What various technological innovations do modern artists and architects invent to impress the audience, visually and emotionally! Whether it’s unique light performances, large scale color-changing fountains, or interactive art installations – the list goes on and on.

The author of this project used colored glass and combined it with a schematic form of a house, and … invited sunlight – this eternal natural source of beauty, life and positivity – to help him impress and delight people. Continue reading →

Are you familiar with the old expression “the top of the world”? Maybe the following project captures a little bit of that state of mind… Standing on the top of a remarkable (and respectable sized) cliff in Chiba, Japan, Hanare is the dream home for everyone who loves wild nature at its purest. Continue reading →

Simplicity is one of the most audacious challenges that any architect can have. The Two-tree house shows us how this goal is always possible, and when it happens simply leaves no one indifferent! Why does it work? Let’s find out the main reason for the birth of this amazing prefab home. Continue reading →