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La Jolla House

Designed by The Brown Studio, this spectacular house is located in La Jolla, California, high above on a flat cul-de-sac lot with 180 degree ocean views. Inspired by Scandinavian farmhouses, the single-storey house has been designed with simple forms, clean lines and mid-century modern aesthetic. It features open plan social areas with sliding glass walls that unify the interior and exterior and lead onto a large outside deck and heated infinity swimming pool. A covered area of the deck has been designated as a secondary living space, with armchairs, sofas, and lighting, providing a perfect setting for interaction between guests.



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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 crea...
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SANDPIPER CABIN

Tucked away in the forested landscape of Hornby Island, Canada, the Sandpiper Cabin by Scott Posno Design is a striking blend of modern design and natural harmony. Recently completed, this contemporary retreat mirrors the island’s calm rhythm while providing a refined yet relaxed living experience. The cabin is composed of two buildings joined by a shared entry, offering both connection and privacy. Its simple linear form and cedar shingle exterior give the...
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RAISED FOREST CABIN

Raised up on stilts to meet the level of the rocky landscape, this unique wooden cabin is beautifully embedded into a rocky Canadian forest. Designed by Natalie Dionne Architecture studio, the minimalist house strives towards symbiosis with the surrounding environment, it is perched on a boulder that is raised three metres above ground level, and on stilts that meet the level of this rock. Wood, of course, dominates a restrained palette of materials, both inside and...
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