stuff we drool about

Brake House

Designed by Ron Sang for internationally renowned New Zealand photographer Brian Brake, this stunning glass pavilion home looks almost as it is floating in the woods. Located in West Auckland, in New Zealand, the Brake House was designed to float above the bush and make the most of the distant city and harbour views. It has three bedrooms and five deck areas, perfect for early morning breakfast or afternoon dining. There is also a room dedicated to yoga. Structurally ambitious, with influences from the Far East, the house is deftly positioned to make the most of views near and far. watch the video below



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S.K.I. House

The S.K.I. House in Wanaka, New Zealand, designed by Roberts Gray Architects, is a stunning example of modern minimalism rooted in natural beauty. Created for the architect’s parents, the home’s name humorously stands for "spending kids’ inheritance," yet every detail reflects investment in timeless design. From the street, the residence appears as a quiet composition of solid geometric forms and dark screens, but once inside, it opens into sunlit co...
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FOREST HOUSE | BY JOHNSTON ARCHITECTS

This sustainable home by Johnston Architects has a unique design and adopts a concept of sustainability that includes both the water supply, but also the power consumed. Made of 85% wood it features a modern interior enhanced by a minimal exterior design. The house looks amazing and its sustainable sources of power provide enough energy to keep it glowing in the coldest of winters....
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BANDA AGENCY OFFICE

Our office crush this week is located in the historical district of Kyiv, Ukraine. This extravagant workplace is home to creative agency Banda, whom commissioned architects Balbek Bureau a comfortable working space suitable for an artistic soul. Designed to make its employees feel as if they could be anywhere but not at work, the funky office features an extraordinary meeting room in the form of a swimming pool, a vibrant bar area, a detached in-built barn-house, vi...
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