Maativan is a serene haven constructed from mud, harmoniously blending with the surrounding forest. This exquisite farmhouse, located on the outskirts of Wada's protected Tansa forest region near Mumbai, India, serves as a remarkable testament to the unwavering commitment towards environmental consciousness.
Architecture firm
Blurring Boundaries
Location
Wada, Maharashtra, India
Photography
Inclined Studio
Principal architect
Viral Gala
Collaborators
Bamboo consultant: Parag Rawool
Civil engineer
Gurunath Dupare
Environmental & MEP
Electrical Contractor: Prashant Patil. Plumbing contractor: Arun Bhaduri
Construction
Finishing contractor: Madhav Dupare. Fabricator: Sanjay Bangar
Material
Soil (sourced from site) - Cob walls, mud plaster. Black basalt stone (sourced from site) - random rubble foundations, exposed stone walls. Lime - Plasters, mortar. Wood (sourced from site) - roof rafters. Bamboo - roof, lintels, doors. Kota stone – Walls. Concrete - IPS flooring. Recycled metal - doors, windows. Recycled glass - roof, glass bottles used in walls.
Typology
Residential › House
The luxurious 150 sqm penthouse with a 150 sqm balcony in Ashdod, Israel, was purchased by the couple in their 30s, while still living in one of the lower floor apartments in the building, looking to upgrade. The couple wanted an upgrade to a fun home to raise their family, host guests, and of course a pool, which is a significant upgrade.
Project name
Overlooking the Sea
Architecture firm
Rema Architects
Principal architect
Marina Rechter Rubinstein
Design team
Marina Rechter Rubinstein, Rema Architects
Built area
150 m² penthouse with a 150 m² balcony
Environmental & MEP engineering
Typology
Residential › Apartment
Welcome to a sanctuary of rejuvenation and tranquility – our massage therapy center nestled within a building adorned with curved sides and luminous 3D objects. Drawing inspiration from the dynamic movements of cobra and the elegance of japonisme, our space is an online sculpture crafted from precious materials, blending modern design with woven an...
Project name
Venesa Massage Therapy Center
Architecture firm
architectt_a.m
Location
Helsinki, Finland
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Azra Mizban
Collaborators
studio____ai
Visualization
Azra mizban
Typology
Health › Massage Therapy Center
The architectural structure of the complex is divided into two main parts: a vibrant green podium housing commercial facilities and three multi-story residential complexes. The podium features a refreshing green terrace and a captivating swimming pool, offering residents a serene oasis within the bustling city. One of the most remarkable and distin...
Architecture firm
SPECTRUM Architecture
Tools used
Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
David Nikuradze
Design team
SPECTRUM Architecture
Visualization
SPECTRUM Architecture
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Residential › Residential Complex
In the realm where the azure sea meets the golden sands, a sanctuary emerges, its design intricately woven with the timeless allure of sea creatures, particularly the delicate beauty of sea corals. This beach villa stands as a testament to architectural ingenuity, blending seamlessly with the natural landscape while evoking a sense of wonder akin t...
Project name
Coral Serenity, A Coral-Inspired Retreat
Architecture firm
Setareh Ilka
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Setareh Ilka
Visualization
Setareh Ilka
Typology
Residential › House
"Serenity Sands Retreat" suggests a place where one can escape the stresses of everyday life and find tranquility amidst sandy beaches.
Welcome to my stunning hotel in Africa, where simplicity intertwines with cultural authenticity and modern elegance. Nestled amidst the spectacular landscapes, my hotel offers a serene and peaceful retreat, inviti...
Project name
Serenity Sands Retreat
Architecture firm
Sarvenaz Nazarian
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Sarvenaz Nazarian
Visualization
Sarvenaz Nazarian
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
On a hill with a strong slope and frequent strong winds, in southern Rethymnon, in the area of Plakias, we were asked to design a residence with its guesthouses. The main residence intended for the owners, was designed on the highest point of the plot, with access from the ridge.
Project name
Casa Stavento
Architecture firm
Zeropixel Architects
Location
Plakias, Rethymnon, Greece
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Dimitris Koudounakis
Design team
Dimitris Koudounakis, Evelina Koutsoupaki, Evgenia Hatziioannou, Maria Drempela, Vasilis Kateroudakis
Visualization
Zeropixel architects
Typology
Residential › House
In the countryside in Alborz province in Iran, a 600 sqm villa is designed and built on three floors for a young couple who love parties and friendly gatherings. We started our work by spending time with our client to become familiar with his and his family's lifestyles and meet their expectations logically. Besides, climate conditions and the dete...
Architecture firm
Studio Davazdah
Location
Alborz Province, Iran
Photography
Ali Daghigh, Siavash Naghshbandi, Hamid Aghaei
Principal architect
Niloofar Niksar
Design team
Parisa Alahgholi, Setayesh Nejadi, Marjan Mirkhesh, Mona Haddadi
Collaborators
Hesamedin Soltani, Razmik Zarifian
Interior design
Studio Davazdah
Civil engineer
Behrang Baniadam
Structural engineer
Behrang Baniadam
Landscape
Behnam Mohammad Sadegh
Supervision
Afshin Hadian
Visualization
Setayesh Nejadi, Milad Bazazan
Construction
Behrang Baniadam, Studio Davazdah
Material
Steel Framing, Metal Deck, Brick Facade, Cement, Stone Tiles, wooden slats, Drywall
Typology
Residential › House
