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The Glass House

The Glass House in Koonya, Tasmania, is a surreal masterpiece that captivates modern architecture enthusiasts. Located just an hour and a half from Hobart, Australia, this rural gem offers breathtaking views of Norfolk Bay and lush green surroundings. Designed by Room 11, led by architect Thomas Bailey and associate director Kate Philips, this concrete home harmonizes seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Thomas Bailey, with a family history in the area, discovered the site while cycling and quickly received a call from a client interested in building a home there. Named the Glass House, it is the third structure on the property, floating gracefully above the undulating terrain.

This 35-meter-long marvel boasts three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an enchanting mirrored bathroom attached to the master bedroom. The open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area allows the stunning vistas to take center stage. The design draws inspiration from the work of American sculptor Donald Judd, creating a captivating blend of modernity and nature. The Glass House serves as an exquisite retreat for those who appreciate waking up and falling asleep to natures beauty. Its minimalist design complements the breathtaking Tasmanian landscape, enhancing the experience of living in this coastal paradise.




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BLUE LAKE RETREAT

The Blue Lake Retreat is a stunning waterfront house in Marble Falls, Texas, that´s all about the outdoors. Designed by renowned architecture studio Lake Flato, they devised this modern residence, built into a cliff, on a vertical three-story metal structure designed around the property’s steep topography. The unique architecture provides guests a 180-degree view of the lake, the main living space sits beyond the trees in the homes top floor and is framed by a gl...
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CR House

Nestled in the pine forests and sandy dunes of Comporta, Portugal, the CR House is a serene summer retreat designed to disappear into its natural surroundings. Rather than imposing itself on the landscape, this thoughtful residence embraces it, blending modern architecture with the relaxed, barefoot spirit of coastal living. Designed by Jacobsen Arquitetura for a couple who often hosts their large family, the home is cleverly organized into five independent struc...
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BAK Camden Portable Shelter

BAK calls the Camden a livable artifact, and that framing is more honest than most tiny house marketing. This is not a downsized home pretending to be a house. It is an 18 square metre black volume on wheels designed to stop somewhere, open up, and let you observe. The lower level does the most with the least. A longitudinal kitchen, full bathroom, and two condensed lounge areas occupy the floor plan without competing for space. The interior is deliberately d...
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