The Freshwater House | By Chenchow Little Architects

Designed by Chenchow Little, the Freshwater House is a surfer/beach lover’s dream, right next to the beach. The Freshwater House developed the idea of the operable facade to mediate between the requirements for privacy and shading on a relatively public site adjacent to the… beach. The resulting building is made up of three distinct parts; a podium base, a garden/ living space, and a bedroom volume clad with operable screens; each designed with unique spatial and material qualities.

CASA FOLHA | LEAF INSPIRED HOUSE BY MAREINES & PATALANO ARCHITECTS

This stunning project sought inspiration in Brazilian indigenous architectures, the result of hot and humid climates such as the location of the house, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro. Designed by Mareines & Patalano Architects, this beach home is covered by a giant leaf-shaped roof that protects every room in the house from the sun, as well as the spaces between them. These spaces represent the essence of the project, making it possible to interact closer wi...
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Woodhouse 2.0

We have featured some amazing retreats over the last couple of years, but none as special as this dreamy escape nestled amongst the dense pin oak forests of Long Island, New York. The circular den was envisioned by Marchi Architects, it is distributed over two levels, a ground and basement floor, and is constructed from natural materials such as vertical wood slat cladding and smooth concrete, respecting the essence of the landscape. The unique house is accessed fro...
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LA ROJA HOUSE

We have featured several retreat cabins over the years, but none as lively as this vibrant impression on the Chilean landscape. La Roja house by Felipe Assadi Arquitectos is located in a low-density, mountain area in San Jose de Maipo, Chile. The cube-like home has a vivid scarlet exterior that contrasts with its lush, green surroundings, and unlike the exterior, the interior features bright, airy interior spaces, and carries a more muted palette with walls lined in...
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