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Nurai Island Private Residences | Abu Dhabi | Image

Nurai Island Private Residences | Abu Dhabi
These residential villas for Nurai, a resort on a natural island off the coast of Abu Dhabi, have been designed by New York-based design Studio Dror led by Dror Benshetrit. Nurai is a 130,000 square metre island located northeast of Abu Dhabi city centre, near the northernmost tip of Saadiyat Island. The resort is due to open this year and residences start at €20 million.



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AL HOUSE | BY STUDIO ARTHUR CASAS - Image

AL HOUSE | BY STUDIO ARTHUR CASAS
This spectacular residence was designed by Brazilian Architectural studio Arthur Casas. Located in Rio de Janeiro, the 5,200-square-foot dream house is set around lush vegetation and over the iconic landscape clinging to a slope of the Pedra da Gavea dome. The house features floor-to-ceiling sliding glass panels that open onto an amazing infinity pool with breathtaking views of the dramatic scenery.  More photos after the jump...
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HUPOMONE RANCH | BY TGH ARCHITECTS - Image

HUPOMONE RANCH | BY TGH ARCHITECTS
This beautiful eco-friendly ranch was developed by Turnbull Griffin Haesloop Architects. Located on 160-acres in California’s Chileno Valley, the Hupomone Ranch is owned by a young family with three children that had the dream of building a barn house that would reflect their commitment to sustainable farming. The main house spreads over 2.498 square feet and the interior has a close connection with the outdoors, the stunning light-filled open living area and huge...
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QUINTA PATINO RESIDENCE | BY FREDERICO VALSASSINA - Image

QUINTA PATINO RESIDENCE | BY FREDERICO VALSASSINA
Designed by Portuguese architect Frederico Valsassina, this spectacular contemporary house is located in the private condominium of Quinta Patino, in Estoril, Portugal. The 7,535 square foot home features a 2-story layout with living spaces within a modular arrangement of several open air compartments cut out of the simple rectangular design. These openings give strategic views of the beautiful and abundant vegetation....
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