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Al House | By Studio Arthur Casas

This spectacular residence was designed by Brazilian Architectural studio Arthur Casas. Located in Rio de Janeiro, the 5,200-square-foot dream house is set around lush vegetation and over the iconic landscape clinging to a slope of the Pedra da Gavea dome. The house features floor-to-ceiling sliding glass panels that open onto an amazing infinity pool with breathtaking views of the dramatic scenery.  More photos below



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COSMIC TINY HOME

Cosmic Tiny Homes are revolutionizing sustainable living with their innovative features that go beyond traditional ADUs. These tiny homes not only recycle water but also generate their own solar power, offering homeowners an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution. Equipped with a five-panel, 2.2-kilowatt photovoltaic system and a five-kilowatt-hour battery, Cosmic Tiny Homes produce more energy than they consume. This surplus energy can be utilized to...
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THE SHACK WEEKEND RETREAT

If you live in a hectic city, at weekends you might feel like escaping to a place completely disconnected from technology, this might inspire you. The Shack is a weekend retreat designed by Broadhurst Architects for a family from the suburbs of Washington D.C., it is located on the southern slope of South Fork Mountain, near Upper Tract, West Virginia. The little rural structure is a cross between tent camping, and weekend cottage, it has no electricity ...
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JAPANESE LAKESIDE HOUSE

This unusual property in Japan uses five interlocking levels to create multiple viewing platforms both inside and outside the property. Designed by architecture studio Sugawaradaisuke, this unique lakeside house is something truly refreshing and modern  imbued with a sense of freedom. The timber retreat features clever details such as a countertop that flows from the kitchen into the living room floor, and floors that double as furniture. There is also an u...
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