Casa Ajal was born from a desire to preserve existing elements aiming to retain essence of the peninsula´s architecture and pay homage to its unique materiality. The house embraces you within its stone walls, inviting exploration as if it were an ephemeral space.
Architecture firm
Manuel Aguilar Arquitecto, Estudio Escala
Location
Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Tools used
Autodesk AutoCAD, SketchUp, Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Manuel Aguilar, Jonatan Smith, Domenica Sevilla
Design team
Manuel Aguilar, Jonatan Smith,Domenica Sevilla
Collaborators
Manuel Aguilar, Jonatan Smith,Domenica Sevilla, Lighting: Andres Guerra
Visualization
Julio Polanco, Medular Studio
Typology
Residential › House
Casa Goliana Mérida, is a residence from the middle of the last century, in which a restoration and architectural intervention process was carried out seeking to rescue the traditional values and materials of Yucatecan architecture.
Project name
Casa Goliana Mérida
Architecture firm
Workshop, Diseño y Construcción
Location
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Photography
Manolo R. Solís
Design team
Francisco Bernés Aranda, Fabián Gutiérrez Cetina, Alejandro Bargas Cicero, Isabel Bargas Cicero
Interior design
Laseu Studio
Typology
Residential › House
Nestled within the lush embrace of Thailand’s tropical forest, this modern villa stands as a testament to the harmonious integration of architecture and nature. Drawing inspiration from the elegant simplicity of Japanese design principles, this residence embodies a unique blend of contemporary aesthetics and traditional craftsmanship.
Project name
The Concrete House
Architecture firm
The Concrete House
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Mohammad Hossein Rabbani Zade
Design team
The Concrete House
Collaborators
Visualization: Mohammad Hossein Rabbani Zade, Morteza Vazirpour
Typology
Residential › Villa
Nestled within a lakeside setting, Log Tavern Pond House draws inspiration from its mid-century neighbors—many of which reflect the Usonian principles pioneered by Frank Lloyd Wright. Echoing their long, low proportions, natural materials, and luminous interiors, the design establishes a strong dialogue with its architectural context.
Project name
Log Tavern Pond House
Architecture firm
Specht Novak
Location
Milford, Pennsylvania, USA
Principal architect
Scott Specht, Jakeb Novak
Structural engineer
Schoenagel & Schoenagel
Construction
Joybeck Custom Builders
Material
Charred Shou Sugi Ban, Stucco
Typology
Residential › House
This project is an exquisite architectural endeavor that seamlessly blends contemporary luxury with natural serenity. Designed to be a breathtaking architectural site, it captures the essence of modern minimalism while embracing organic materials, neutral tones, and an intimate connection with its surroundings.
Project name
Harmonia Villa
Architecture firm
Abd Archviz Studio
Location
Gilan, North of Iran
Tools used
Autodeks 3ds Max, Corona Renderer, Adobe Photoshop, tyDiffusion
Principal architect
Hamid Abd
Design team
Abd Archviz Studio
Typology
Residential › Villa
The Goodtown house is a beautifully crafted, texturally rich contemporary courtyard home in the sought-after suburb of Rochedale, 17km south- east of Brisbane. The large 1,900 m² plot situated on the corner of Goodtown street and Grieve road with large imposing neighbouring homes, presented a challenging design brief to the architects.
Project name
Goodtown House
Architecture firm
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Location
Rochedale, Brisbane, Australia
Photography
Andy McPherson Studio
Principal architect
Jacob Jooste
Interior design
Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Material
Timber, Charred Timber, Glass, Steel & Render
Typology
Residential › Courtyard House
: “This villa gently floating within the heart of nature, where space and time are no longer separate entities but rather intertwined in perfect harmony. The design is not merely a structure; it is a living, breathing canvas, where every element—water, air, and earth—comes together to evoke deep emotions.
Project name
Echoes of Nature Villa
Architecture firm
Studio MAJARA
Location
Alto Adige, Italy
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Shiva Nafari
Design team
Studio MAJARA Architects
Typology
Residential › Villa
The house was strategically designed to fit a reduced plot of land, maximizing functionality and making the most of every available space. The two-story layout is tailored to meet the specific needs of the users, ensuring comfort and efficiency in space usage.
Project name
Casa La Moraleja
Architecture firm
Kisarq Constructora
Location
Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico
Photography
Kisarq Constructora
Principal architect
Kisarq Constructora
Design team
Kisarq Constructora
Interior design
Kisarq Constructora
Civil engineer
Kisarq Constructora
Structural engineer
Kisarq Constructora
Landscape
Kisarq Constructora
Lighting
Kisarq Constructora
Supervision
Kisarq Constructora
Construction
Kisarq Constructora
Material
Concrete, Bricks, Glass
Typology
Residential › House
