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Casa Pakaal

Casa Pakaal, designed by Workshop, is a beautifully restored early 20th-century mansion located in the heart of Mérida´s Historic Center in Mexico. The architects have successfully blended old and modern design elements by restoring the original stone walls and creating new spaces. The house offers spacious interiors filled with vegetation, including a kitchen that opens up to a patio and comfortable rooms.

The 3,500-square-foot residence boasts a living room with 16-foot-high ceilings and original wood beams and joists that have been restored to preserve their spatiality and materiality. A reflecting pool and small garden connect the kitchen and terrace. The perimeter walls, made from a combination of stone, concrete blocks, and tile inlays, create a beautiful play of shadows.

Also in Merida, Mexico, check out the beautiful Casa Lohr, and the El Nido House




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DUB Modular Cabin

The DUB Modular Cabin is an affordable and eco-friendly housing solution. The modular construction process allows for houses to be produced in just 6-7 days and installed in 5 days, making them a fast and cost-effective option. DUBs entirely wooden frame and finishing combined with effective insulation and modern equipment create an efficient structure for a comfortable suburban life. With a large amount of glazing, the cabin allows for a spatial connection with the...
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THE GLASS HOUSE

The Glass House in Koonya, Tasmania, is a surreal masterpiece that captivates modern architecture enthusiasts. Located just an hour and a half from Hobart, Australia, this rural gem offers breathtaking views of Norfolk Bay and lush green surroundings. Designed by Room 11, led by architect Thomas Bailey and associate director Kate Philips, this concrete home harmonizes seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Thomas Bailey, with a family history in the area, discove...
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A BUGS HOME

This tiny apartment in Taipei, Taiwan, is a bachelors dream. With a limited floor area of just 46 square metres (498 square feet), the architects have really worked their magic on the open plan layout. To maximise space, every single room can be opened up to be part of one whole space, even the bathroom. The minimalist crib is also packed with clever and functional details such as the central rotating TV that makes viewing possible in the living room, be...
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