BSL training for architects isn't about making architects into paramedics—it's about making blueprints into protectors.
Set amidst the cornfields on the outskirts of Vijayawada, Ishaar was envisioned as a staycation villa that dissolves the boundaries between built form, landscape, and the senses. Designed by 23-year-old architect Adarsh Akula of Addy’s Studio, the project blends the boldness of brutalism with the softness of natural materials to create a retreat rooted in atmosphere, tactility.
The project was completed in early 2025 and consists of a two-level single-family house with approximately 205m² of covered area, located in the private condominium "Totoritas," 80 km south of Lima, Peru. The site, of similar size, is 100 meters from the beach and is situated next to one of the main streets of the condominium.
The Iranian design studio, Shomali Design Studio, led by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali, recently designed a villa, located in Mexico. The villa is situated atop a picturesque hill, taking full advantage of the stunning vistas offered by the surrounding lush, verdant mountains
Change, as they say, is the only constant. However, it is often seen through the lens of dismay because a shift demands you walk out of your comfort zone and try something new. But in the view of Studio Ardete’s principal architects, Prerna and Badrinath Kaleru, change equals growth.
Dealing with selecting fashionable furniture for your contemporary house doesn’t have to feel like such a struggle or confusing process. From the beginning with your daily routine, choose materials and colors that will work in your space, and opt for things that not only look nice but also help with storage or comfort.
Tucked deep within the lush hinterlands of Goa, a 10,000 sq. ft. villa lies quietly embraced by dense forest - a home that feels less constructed and more discovered. Designed by DADO Architecture, Casa Tranquilo embodies the spirit of slow living, where time stretches, noise recedes, and the rhythms of nature set the pace.
Nestled within the iconic walls of the UNESCO World Heritage Dutch Fort, in Galle, Sri Lanka, this 17th century built property is preserved and restored beautifully, showcasing Dutch and British architecture.