The transformation this property has undergone is certainly impressive. The ground floor apartment already had a super spacious private area, but it was barren and neglected. The interior was quite dark, with closed, small and poorly ventilated rooms. In the renovation, the rooms were integrated and their layout changed completely. As the apartment...
Project name
Andre's Groundfloor Apartment
Architecture firm
Dobra Arquitetura
Location
Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Photography
Dentro Fotografia
Principal architect
Fernanda Chagas
Collaborators
Sofia Vasconcelos
Interior design
Fernanda Chagas
Environmental & MEP engineering
Material
Concrete, Wood, Glass, Steel
Typology
Residential/ Appartment
The landscape was an essential element to develop this project along with the site topography. The main concept to this design was to keep privacy while to explore visual amplitude and nature connection.
Architecture firm
Studicolnaghi
Location
Gramado, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Photography
Vinícius Ferzeli
Principal architect
Sabrina Hennemann, Ana Colnaghi
Design team
Pâmela Bohn, Julia Cadore
Collaborators
Tayná Frohlich, Moara Zimmer, Gabriela Dutra
Interior design
Studiocolnaghi
Visualization
Studiocolnaghi
Material
Concrete, wood, glass
Typology
Residential › House
This project consists of a complete remodeling; where facades and interiors were intervened giving a complete turn to how the spaces are lived. The leader of this project was the client himself, who took care of every detail making this collaboration much more enriching.
Architecture firm
ATZ Studio
Location
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
Principal architect
Fernanda de la Torre, Armando García Okada
Design team
Fernanda de la Torre, Armando García Okada
Visualization
Fernanda de la Torre
Typology
Residential › House
This full gut remodel was realized for a design minded couple moving from New York back to LA. Making the transition back to sunny California, the couple had visions of keeping doors and windows open year-round. Self-proclaimed foodies, they were looking forward to weekend gatherings and being able to entertain inside and out.
Project name
Crestridge Residence
Architecture firm
Colega Architects
Location
Rancho Palos Verdes, California, USA
Photography
Manolo Langis
Interior design
Colega Architects
Structural engineer
Polytech Consulting
Landscape
Gaudet Design Group
Construction
Colega Architects, Maycliff Homes
Typology
Residential › House
‘DOMA’ is a space form in traditional Japanese architecture. It is usually connected to the outdoor part of the house and is lower than the rest of the interior space. In the past, ‘DOMA’ can be used to place agricultural tools, and even used as a small workplace by the craftsmen. In modern residential buildings, ‘DOMA’ has been changed to an entry...
Architecture firm
KiKi ARCHi + TAKiBI
Principal architect
Yoshihiko Seki
Design team
Saika Akiyoshi, Akihiko Tochinai, Kiyo Sato
Material
Pine, Concrete, Steel, Cork Board, Cement Siding Board, FRP
Typology
Residential › House
A contemporary design and build project in Sydney's beachside suburb of Clovelly. Following a considered design process and development approval with Randwick Council, we worked closely alongside the builder and client to complete this truly collaborative project.
Project name
Flourish House - Clovelly NSW
Architecture firm
Sandbox Studio®
Location
Clovelly, New South Wales, Australia
Principal architect
Luke Carter, Dain McClure Thomas
Design team
Sandbox Studio®
Interior design
Sandbox Studio
Structural engineer
E2 Design
Visualization
Sandbox Studio
Typology
Residential › House
In the environs of Valle de Bravo, Casa Rancho Avándaro is a weekend retreat designed primarily to make the most of its extensive natural surroundings. The house is a commanding presence on the landscape, striking a balance between the well-tended gardens and the imposing stone buildings.
Project name
Casa Rancho Avándaro
Architecture firm
Chain + Siman
Location
Valle de Bravo, State of Mexico, Mexico
Photography
Rafael Gamo, Jaime Navarro
Principal architect
Renatta Chain, Lina Siman
Interior design
Chain + Siman
Built area
House: 520 m², Terrace: 256 m²
Material
Stone, Wood, Glass, Metal
Typology
Residential › House
The main idea for this beautiful villa project was to create a peaceful, luxury, modern and bright environment, where each space is cozy and tranquil. The rooms are very airy and full of light all day long, while once the sun goes down, each area gets its relaxing and romantic feel.
Project name
Dubai Hills Villa
Architecture firm
Shawa Architecture
Location
UAE, Dubai, Dubai Hills
Principal architect
Amer Shawa
Design team
Architecture Team at Shawa Architecture
Interior design
Shawa Architecture
Landscape
Shawa Architecture
Structural engineer
Shawa Architecture
Civil engineer
Shawa Architecture
Environmental & MEP
Shawa Architecture
Construction
Shawa Architecture
Lighting
Shawa Architecture
Visualization
Shawa Architecture team
Tools used
Autodesk 3ds Max, V-ray, Corona Renderer
Material
Natural white and gray stone, brown porcelain, and natural marble
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Residential › House
