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Costa Rica Treehouse

Built entirely of teak wood harvested on-site, this stunning retreat is inspired by the jungle of this densely forested site on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Designed by American firm Olson Kundig Architects, the three-storey treehouse is built with local teak wood, slatted walls and columns made of tree trunks. Envisioned as a surfer hut, the Costa Rica Treehouse is nestled within a dense jungle near Playa Hermosa beach where the owners can enjoy their passion of surfing. The ground level merges with the forest floor, and also connects to a concrete swimming pool that rises up from the sloped site, there is also an open-plan kitchen and dining area, along with storage space. The middle level features a bedroom, bathroom and additional storage and is nestled within the trees. The top level houses a living room and bathroom. This level is lifted above the forest canopy, enabling views of the jungle and ocean.



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COZUMEL HOUSE

Casa Cozumel is a mind-blowing beach house that boasts 38 metres of private beach frontage on the Caribbean island of Cozumel, situated off the coast of the Mexican state. The stunning residence sits on an expansive property that is densely packed with vegetation, providing the residents total privacy. Contained over two levels, the house connects by means of bridges and terraces to the exterior pool and beach areas. The design reflects a clear unity b...
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FOUR LEAVES HOUSE

The Four Leaves House sure is worth a long and serious glance should you be an architecture lover, a perfect example of what oriental design is capable of in terms of designing a beautiful house. The unique home was designed by the guys at KIAS (Kentaro Ishida Architects Studio) and built in the Nagano metro area, 150 miles from Tokyo, more accurately in the Karuizawa forest, ideal for weekend escapades. It has around 225 sqm and was finished last year. The main fea...
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LOOKOUT HOUSE | BY IKE KLIGERMAN BARKLEY ARCHITECTS - Image

LOOKOUT HOUSE | BY IKE KLIGERMAN BARKLEY ARCHITECTS

Stunning renovation by Ike Kligerman Barkley Architects studio, a house originally from 1979 located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Besides the renovation, an extension has been done to the house itself. The main feature has to be the amazing open space indoor swimming pool. The house has renewable materials like bamboo floors and eco-friendly paints and finishes....
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