Zane Carter Architects proudly unveils Ripple House, a sculptural expression of fluidity and connection, inspired by the graceful, ever-changing dance of water droplets. This lyrical concept ripples through every detail of the home, creating an immersive, ever-evolving experience of space, light, and materiality.
Project name
Ripple House
Architecture firm
Zane Carter Architects
Location
Brighton Le Sands NSW, Australia
Photography
Archphoto – Andreas Bommert
Principal architect
Sam Alawie
Interior design
Sam Alawie, Zane Carter Architects
Built area
190 m² per dwelling
Site area
311 m² per dwelling
Civil engineer
Sydney Structural and Civil Engineering
Structural engineer
CSY Engineering
Landscape
Studio Botanica
Lighting
Zane Carter Architects
Supervision
Zane Carter Architects
Tools used
AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop
Construction
Qudo Projects
Material
Materials: o Aluminium Screen – A defining feature of the home, the screen is crafted from laser-cut aluminium metal with a custom-designed pattern. This allows for dynamic light play, while also providing privacy and shading, adding both functionality and sculptural beauty to the façade. o Rendered Finishes – The exterior incorporates render and stone cladding, creating a clean, monolithic, and elegant façade that emphasizes the home’s bold yet minimalist aesthetic. o Venetian Plaster – A standout element, Venetian plaster is used at the entryway and on the front door, creating an earthy, cave-like entrance with a concealed door for a seamless look. This textured plaster finish continues throughout the home in transitional spaces and feature walls, adding depth and warmth to the interiors. o Glass & Skylights – Expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing and skylights maximize natural light, enhancing the home’s open and airy feel while fostering a strong connection between the interior and exterior. Bronze color-backed glass introduces a subtle textural contrast, adding a sense of luxury and refinement while mirroring the shimmering effect of water—tying back to the home's concept. o Natural Stone – Calacatta marble, known for its striking veining and timeless elegance, is used in key areas such as the kitchen, bar, and bathroom vanities, elevating the sense of sophistication and luxury. o Porcelain Tiles – Throughout the home, porcelain tiles mimic the look of natural stone, offering a sustainable and antimicrobial alternative while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic. o Timber Elements – Rich natural oak is used in cabinetry and upstairs flooring, introducing warmth and contrast against the otherwise minimalist surfaces. The organic texture of timber softens the overall aesthetic, creating a sense of inviting comfort. o Brushed Metal Accents – Fixtures and finishes in brushed brass and bronze add subtle sophistication, complementing the modern aesthetic and reinforcing the warm, luxurious undertones of the design
Budget
$1.8million ($900,000 per dwelling)
Client
Zane Carter Developments
Typology
Residential › House, Residencial, Attached Dual Occupancy (Strata Titled)
Located on the exclusive coast of Punta Mita, Nayarit, this oceanfront residence blends seamlessly with the natural topography to maximize views and comfort. The home features a contemporary architectural style that incorporates handcrafted details unique to the region.
Architecture firm
Ezequiel Farca Studio
Location
Punta Mita, Nayarit, Mexico
Photography
Fernando Marroquín
Principal architect
Ezequiel Farca
Design team
Ezequiel Farca, Jorge Quiroga, Fernanda Rodríguez, Victor Lima
Interior design
Ezequiel Farca Studio
Landscape
Pedro Sánchez + Entorno Paisaje
Visualization
Carlos Lara
Construction
Stone Contractors
Material
Concrete, Wood, Stone, Parota
Typology
Residential › House
Palmar Hotel Boutique is a space designed to offer a unique hospitality experience on the island of San Andrés, Colombia. Its architecture combines natural materials, fresh colors, and a harmonious integration with the local vegetation, creating a serene and welcoming atmosphere.
Project name
PALMAR Hotel Boutique
Architecture firm
KAMA Taller de Arquitectura
Location
San Andrés, Colombia
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Kathia Garcia, Armando Aguilar
Design team
Kathia Garcia, Armando Aguilar
Collaborators
• Interior design: KAMA Taller de Arquitectura • Landscape: KAMA Taller de Arquitectura • Supervision: KAMA Taller de Arquitectura • Materials: Chukum, Concreto, Madera
Visualization
KAMA Taller de Arquitectura
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel Boutique
Carved into the rugged coastline of the Albanian Riviera, The Concave is a premium boutique hotel that merges with the natural contours of Llamani Beach.
Location
Llamani Beach, Albania
Tools used
Rhinoceros 3D, Revit, Autodesk 3ds Max, AutoCAD
Principal architect
Diogo Brito
Design team
Rodrigo Vilas-Boas, Francisco Lencastre, João Jesus, Julião Pinto, Leite, Luis Garcia, Beatriz Robalo, Carlos Pereira, Axel Fangueiro, Renzo Canro
Collaborators
Plomp, La-III
Status
Ongoing, Licensing
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
The project of Anthea Preziosi jewellery represents an urban redevelopment intervention in one of the most important commercial streets of Ragusa. The building was designed to be coherent with the little building next door that dated back to the early Twenties, which has been heavily renovated during the past years and has lost most of its historic...
Project name
Anthea Preziosi
Architecture firm
DAAA Haus
Location
Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Principal architect
DAAA Haus
Interior design
DAAA Haus
Tools used
AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop
Material
Corten steel for Facade, Printed Linoleum for internal flooring / walls
Typology
Commercial › Retail, Jewellery Store
Located in São Paulo, Brazil, this 235 m² apartment, owned by a lawyer, underwent its second renovation, both carried out by architect Andrea Balastreire, with initial collaboration from Rodrigo Carbonieri in the execution of the project. Although the design underwent few changes, the main goal of the renovation was to make a stronger impact on mod...
Project name
Campo Belo Apartment
Architecture firm
Andrea Balastreire Arquitetura, Design de Interiores
Location
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Photography
Renato Navarro
Principal architect
Andrea Balastreire
Design team
Joao Aniso Andrade
Collaborators
Alexsandro J. Silva, Maya Lourenço
Completion year
October 2024
Interior design
Andrea Balastreire Arquitetura, Design de Interiores
Environmental & MEP engineering
Civil engineer
AG Constructions
Landscape
Patricia França Landscaping
Lighting
Puntoluce Store, Fas Store
Construction
AG Constructions
Supervision
Andrea Balastreire
Visualization
Initial project presented in 3D
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Gimp
Typology
Residential › Apartment
Urban islands are an important part of the history of the city of Porto, having been a very common type of housing in the city from the 19th century onwards. They were composed of semi-detached houses, built in the long patio of the bourgeois houses. They were small houses.
Project name
Covelo House
Architecture firm
Spaceworkers
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Rui Dinis, Henrique Marques
Design team
João Ortigão, Marco Santos, Tiago Maciel
Collaborators
Furniture Design: Bairro Design
Material
Wood, concrete, glass
Typology
Residential › House
Lumin building is located in the historical center of Moscow and it is surrounded by a densely built environment. The concept of the project was to fill the apartments with the maximum amount of natural light and maximum privacy in the very heart of the city.
Architecture firm
Tsimailo Lyashenko and Partners
Location
Slavyanskaya square, b.. 2/5/4, p. 5, Moscow, Russia
Photography
Dmitry Chebanenko, Anastasia Samoilova
Principal architect
Alexander Tsimailo, Nikolay Lyashenko
Design team
Tsimailo Lyashenko and Partners
Tools used
ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop, SketchUp
Client
Hutton Development
Typology
Residential › Multi Unit Housing
