Chalet Vale Perkins

Chalet Vale Perkins exemplifies harmony between architecture and nature. Designed by Studio Lemay, this 2,500-square-foot chalet extension integrates seamlessly with the environment, utilizing sustainable materials and passive energy techniques to minimize its carbon footprint. The structure, nestled into the natural slope, features a sloped green roof, providing seasonal color changes and improving energy efficiency.

Large windows offer stunning views of Lake Memphremagog and the forest while promoting natural ventilation, eliminating the need for air conditioning. The chalet's wood design reflects the surrounding trees, blending the interior and exterior for a peaceful, nature-connected retreat.

TORQUAY CONCRETE HOUSE

A beautiful concrete house on the Victorian surf coast in Torquay, Australia. Idealised by Auhaus Architecture, the 4 bedroom family house has been designed as a walled sanctuary, opening up onto itself and allowing stunning views onto wetlands and a golf course. The material palette is rich and textured, and the combination of concrete and warm wood works wonders. The use of brass details along with marble and wood, add warmth to the natural concr...
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Blakely Island Cabin

Blakely Island Cabin is a compact 400-square-foot retreat suspended above the forest in Washington’s San Juan Island Archipelago. Designed by Wittman Estes, the 16-by-20-foot guest house sits between a mature Douglas fir and a large glacial boulder, with panoramic views across the Salish Sea. The cabin is raised on steel stilts to minimize its impact on the steep, rocky site. Many structural components were prefabricated off-site and transported by barge, w...
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LumiPod

Intended to be implanted in the heart of nature, LumiPod is a curved dwelling that offers an outdoor experience with the comfort of a high-end hotel room. Measuring in at 183 square feet, the cabin consists of a steel frame that is clad in burnt wood planks, helping it to blend in with its forest background. The front glass facade can be opened up to the great outdoors, eliminating the boundary between interior and exterior for an unforgettable experience. Guests ca...
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