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Crete House

Designed by Paly Architects, this spectacular residence is located on the Greek island Crete, it is placed on a steep slope of a rocky area, overlooking the beautiful Western Cretan Sea towards the South. Built using earthy materials (concrete, local stone and polished cement), the elongated residence is strategically semi-buried in the ground to protect it from the northern wind. The house features large sliding windows that unify the interior and exterior and create a large, open, pergola roofed, living area which is consolidated with the sheltered terrace. Outside an infinity pool, an open-air barbeque, outdoor dining and seating area on a platform and a protected semi-open space with a fireplace are perfect for entertaining guests.



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BLUEFIELD HOUSEBOATS

If you love the idea of living on the water, you need to check out these stunning pre-fabricated floating homes. Bluefield Houseboats let you live on the water with a minimal energy footprint, they are custom-built and shipped out for on-site assembly. Built with high-quality materials and created with passive design principles to minimize energy consumption, the customizable waterfront properties let owners decide on the materials used and decide on the configurati...
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ORIGINAL COURTYARD HOUSE | BY STUDIO JUNCTION

Toronto based Architects Peter Tan and Christine Ho Ping Kong of  "Studio Junction", converted this contractor warehouse the ambition was to create a modern, affordable home and studio for a family of four - one which could successfully adapt to a mid-block or laneway situation, there is no typical front or back. The design of the house is generated by an emphasis on the views and activities of the interior courtyards, all the windows look inwa...
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HOOD CANAL BOATHOUSE

Located along the Hood Canal, a scenic waterway in northern Washington, this stunning retreat is the reimagination of an existing boathouse that had no windows, one door, and no charm. It was transformed into a cozy space by the Hoedemaker Pfeiffer architecture studio, whom aimed to create a building that engaged the landscape and provided a warm and comfortable atmosphere indoors. The beautiful cabin features a loft space accessed by a retractable ladder so the bui...
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