In the traditional and historic houses of Isfahan, the connection between the city and the residents is often diminished. Beyond climatic, cultural, and religious factors, there is a rationale behind this architectural design. Considering the shifts in culture, how is the lifestyle of people in Isfahan evolving?
Project name
Najafi’s House
Architecture firm
Kian Design Studio
Tools used
Rhinoceros 3D, AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Kian Hashemi Kashi
Design team
Zahra Reas Karami
Typology
Residential › House
Welcome to a dreamscape where sea meets structure — this two-story residential complex on Abu Musa Island draws its lifeblood from the Persian Gulf’s vibrant coral world. Yellow corals, glowing anemones, bright orange sea sponges dusted with yellow spores, and flickers of sea sapphire come to life not in the water.
Architecture firm
elhamlotfi_architecture
Location
Abu Musa Island, Iran
Principal architect
Elham Lotfi
Collaborators
Visualization: Elham Lotfi
Typology
Residential › House
Covering 1,400 sqm, a project by Sabella Arquitetura combines a metal structure, wooden brise-soleils, and expansive openings to create a bright and welcoming residence in Bragança Paulista.
Architecture firm
Sabella Arquitetura
Location
Bragança Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil
Principal architect
Frederico Sabella; Collaborators: Gustavo Ramos, Isadora Maia
Interior design
Laura Rocha Arquitetura
Environmental & MEP
Electrical and Plumbing: Zamaro Projetos de Instalações
Landscape
Renata Tilli Paisagismo
Lighting
Foco Luz e Desenho
Construction
Epson Engenharia
Typology
Residential › House
Named Coral House because of its coral floors and decks, this seaside home is intimately tied to nature from its conception. From the choice of the coral stone that our client loved so much, to the design that was worked around all the existing palm trees, so that none had to be cut down.
Architecture firm
Elástica Studio
Location
Costa del Sol, La Paz, El Salvador
Principal architect
Kevin Moreno, Susan Franco, Roberto Dumont
Collaborators
Hector Cordova, Rebeca Pérez
Interior design
Elástica Studio
Supervision
Elástica Studio
Construction
López Hurtado
Typology
Residential › Beach House
The project is located in a private development in the western part of the municipality of Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. This land has a peculiar topographical feature that slopes upward. From this point, the idea of raising the entire project to that level was born.
Project name
Casa Robles 106
Architecture firm
21 Arquitectos
Location
Zapopan, Jalisco, México
Photography
Adolfo Arellano
Principal architect
Adolfo Arellano Martin
Design team
Juan Hector García
Interior design
21 Arquitectos
Structural engineer
Pedro Laureano
Supervision
21 Arquitectos
Construction
21 Arquitectos
Material
Brick, Concrete, Steel and Glass
Typology
Residential › House
The need for a domestic-scale space to grow vegetables out of season and experiment with plant reproduction under controlled temperatures. Plants will then be introduced into their immediate surroundings, gradually adapting to the local climate. There is also the desire to create a space for leisure, enjoyment, and contemplation.
Architecture firm
CHOZA espacio de arquitectura
Location
Valle de Calamuchita, Córdoba, Argentina
Photography
Juan Cruz Paredes
Principal architect
Agustina Calamari - María Clara Amoedo Fiore
Collaborators
Magalí Rey; Facilities project: Alejandro Lastra
Structural engineer
Edgar Morán
Lighting
Luciana Borgatello
Typology
Residential › Greenhouse
A house designed to be a welcoming retreat where one can live and entertain family and friends during the weekends. Situated on a plot of land that stands out for its spectacular view of the Minas Gerais mountains, the residence was conceived with the intention of maximizing this natural feature.
Architecture firm
Leonardo Rotsen Arquitetura
Location
Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Photography
Jomar Bragança
Principal architect
Leonardo Rotsen
Design team
Alexandre Nunes, Arthur Dias, Ana Lorentz, Bruna Pimenta, Bruna Rezende, Danielle Santana, Lessi Oliveira, Lorena Coelho, Malisa Caram, Matheus Drumond
Interior design
Leonardo Rotsen
Construction
Pivilège Construtora
Typology
Residential › House
The CLM Residence was conceived as a retreat aligned with the client’s vision, offering relaxation and an escape from daily routines. Designed to provide moments of rest and leisure in harmony with nature, the residence maintains all the conveniences of urban living.
Architecture firm
Raiz Arquitetura
Location
Riviera de São Lourenço, São Paulo, Brazil
Principal architect
Elias Souza, Alexandre Ferraz
Design team
Elias Souza,Alexandre Ferraz, Guilherme Alonso Souza, Alexandre Nascimento, João Vitor Rodrigues, Daielle Medeiros, Leonardo Rubo
Collaborators
• Coverings: Porto bello /Eliane/Portinari / Neolith / Sky Blue Stone • • Furniture: Saccaro / Neobox / Brisa Casa / Aluminas / Voler / Mac Design / Tidelli • • Lighting: Tok Iluminar • • Masonry: Mare Mármores
Site area
Land area: 503.52 m²
Structural engineer
Engas
Landscape
Semente Nativa (project); Farias Jardim (execution)
Construction
Raiz Arquitetura
Typology
Residential › House
