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A leaf on the hillside by Alsar Atelier

That quote from Gabriel García Márquez, beyond describing the architectural aesthetics of the 19th and early 20th centuries, remains a relevant depiction of various rural and urban contexts in present-day Colombia. Without a doubt, Barichara and its surrounding areas are among those contexts, representing a construction and architectural industry that will remain indefinitely “suspended in time.” The Colombo-colonial architectural style has an inherent beauty, yet it is often restrictive as a method of contemporary spatial experimentation, especially in extreme topographies. Photography by Mateo Perez, Alsar Atelier.

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H Project by Margot Aurensan Architecte

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The house is designed by Margot Aurensan Architecte with a focus on sobriety and simplicity, both in terms of volumes and materials, ensuring it blends harmoniously with its natural surroundings. The aim is to preserve the green character of the site, while creating a structure that adapts perfectly to the existing topography. The garden level, nestled against the slope, offers a seamless connection to the landscape, while the ground floor is carefully set back, presenting the illusion of a single-story building from the main street. Photography by Sandrine iratcabal.

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Paddington Penthouse by The Unlisted Collective

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The Paddington Penthouse designed by The Unlisted Collective is a masterclass in luxurious living, set in the heart of Sydney’s prestigious Paddington. Completed in 2023, this transformative renovation elevates both functionality and aesthetics, redefining contemporary opulence. A key aspect of the project involved navigating the DA process to enclose an existing balcony, allowing for an expanded and reconfigured ensuite and walk-in robe. Photography by Pablo Veiga.

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San Simón by Vasconcelos Arquitectura

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San Simón is a project designed by Vasconcelos Arquitectura. Located in the lush forest of San Simón el Alto, just 2.5 hours from Mexico City, this house redefines the concept of a family retreat in nature. Set on a 10,000 m2 plot surrounded by trees that reach up to 30 meters tall, the project is conceived as a reinterpretation of the traditional cabin, designed to disconnect from urban routines and foster a deep connection with nature and family. Photography by Camila Cossio, Fabian Martinez.

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Casa PI by Benjamín Goñi Arquitectos, Claro + Westendarp Arquitectos

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Casa PI is a project designed by Benjamín Goñi Arquitectos, Claro + Westendarp Arquitectos. The site is located on the coastline and facing north with a view of the sea, which allows gathering the best sights and orientation in the same direction (uncommon situation in Chile).

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Tanglewood by ID Architecture

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Tanglewood is a project designed by ID Architecture. Nestled in the heart of Healing, this impressive Edwardian property hides a secret.
On approach to the house you will appreciate its impressive facade, the high deep-set porch and its mock Tudor panelling characterising the period but what you may not notice peeking at its side is a mysterious black box. Cloaked in black larch this box gives very little a way, it’s discrete, barely touching the original red facing brickwork of the house but where it does meet there is a slim, tall window adjoining a hidden door also finished in larch. Photography by Andy Haslam.

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Casa Fluir by Sabella Arquitetura

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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. Photography by Manuel Sá.

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Residence in San Mateo by Feldman Architecture

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Residence in San Mateo is a project designed by Feldman Architecture. After purchasing a modest ranch house on a secluded corner lot in suburban San Mateo, the clients took note of what they loved about the existing home—it was unassuming, private, and nestled into a property lush with trees and native landscaping. The couple (she’s Head of Sustainable Design for Google Hardware), was well versed in the design process and wanted to collaborate with an architectural and interiors studio on a renovation that preserved as much as possible of the existing home while seamlessly connecting updated indoor spaces to inviting, protected outdoor living and dining areas. As a response, the design combines crisp geometries with a natural material palette, framing dramatic views of majestic oaks and thoughtful landscaping. Photography by Adam Rouse.

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Câpsula by i29 architects

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i29 architects is launching prefab home brand Câpsula, offering a growing collection of high quality prefab homes that boast unique design features, support flexible use and celebrate perfect finishing. As a start, there are three models to choose from: Soft Lodge, Writer’s Block Hut, and Patio Home. Beautifully designed dwellings with a small footprint that promote slow luxury and peace of mind. Photography by Ewout Huibers.

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Peconic Bay Residence by Christopher Jeffrey Architects

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Peconic Bay Residence is a project designed by Christopher Jeffrey Architects. Overlooking the Peconic Bay, the wooded north facing site has tremendous views of the water and falls 40’ to the wetlands below. The program for the project was to create a compound that included a 1,500 s.f. single story house “pavilion” and a 400 s.f. pool-house with an in-ground pool with surrounding grade deck. A stand of existing holly trees covers the approach to the entry of the house where 5 long poured concrete walls set the building into the landscape, allowing for the slope of the property to visually extend thru the house’s interior. Photography by Chris Foster Photography.