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Feiticeira House

The Ilhabela Archipelago in Brazil, is one of the most sought-after getaway destinations for Brazilians, its has beautiful beaches, waterfalls and an unspoiled Atlantic rainforest. Located in a privileged terrain by the sea, the spectacular Feiticeira House by HUS Arquitetos features several volumes with different floor levels built along a dramatic slope. The main volume has been designed so that all rooms face the same glorious view. This volume includes the bedrooms, living room, dining room and the kitchen. The other two volumes of this complex are the caretaker´s home and a guest house, which is equally privileged with sea views. The wide exterior deck extends the full length of the building, with the infinity pool inhabiting the space outside of the living room. There is also a pleasant path down to the sea, where a pier and a wood deck give access to boats. watch the video below



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OMATA BEACH HOUSE

Designed by Herbst Architects, the beautiful Omata Beach House is located on the coast of Northland, New Zealand, surrounded by steep hills covered in native bush and ancient Pohutukawa trees. The architects had to take into account the geotechnical challenges of the site, including the threat of large rocks being dislodged by seismic activity and slips from high rainfall events. The house is divided into three basic components: living, sleeping, and...
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FOREST HOUSE | BY JOHNSTON ARCHITECTS - Image

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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IMPRESSIVE HOUSE IN CAPE TOWN | BY SAOTA - Image

IMPRESSIVE HOUSE IN CAPE TOWN | BY SAOTA

We have done some features on SAOTA (Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects) in the past, the South African Architecture studio always impresses us with their mind blowing minimalist projects. Another example of their work is this home located in the affluent suburb of Bantry Bay, in Cape Town, South Africa. The house is on a cliff-top with with all rooms facing the spectacular sea view, but the stand out feature of the home has to be the amazing infinity pool and...
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