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House I by Yoshichika Takagi: the Urban Spirit

This urban house by Japanese architecture studio Yoshichika Takagi was built in the centre of the small town of Akita, Japan, right in the middle of a parking lot surrounded by large commercial buildings. It is a single family residence composed of a series of open and closed boxes. The unit aims to gently balance the intersection of internal and external spaces. Thick wall circumscribe areas of the dwelling producing porous areas between interior and exterior, public and private. It was designed to shelter but not visually enclose internal environments. Called House I, the project involved enclosing the kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and storage in interconnected boxes. Between them are courtyards, corridors and living spaces. Have a look.



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The Valle House by Materia Architecture

Valle House is a house, built in the Valle House in Mexico City, by specialists from Materia Architecture. During the construction of this house were used simple and affordable materials that look quite unusual and bright due to modern architecture. The design of the house seems a little heavy and even large windows are not allowed to make it a little lighter. Looking at this residence you can feel a certain national spirit, and the house seems not only modern and functional, but also original. More open part of the, faces the inner courtyard, becomes a continuation of public spaces, a place where you can relax and be outdoors in good weather.



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Contemporary Villa in Szentendre, Hungary by Architema

30 miles away from Budapest, surrounded by picturesque rural landscape, plenty offields and forests, this beautiful modern house, named Villa in Szentendre, was designed by Architema. The house is situated on a hill and has good views of the area, including the valley of the Danube River. The main part of the concept is usage of panoramic windows: they provide natural lighting and help weld the house together with the outdoor space. Floor plans are straightforward, logical. On the ground floor there are no rooms, part-walls form the boundaries. The bedrooms are placed upstairs ? accommodating the 3 person family living in the house ? and connected with the garden via the planted roof terrace. The geometry shapes in combination with natural materials and warm colors make interiors softer and more harmonious.



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Contemporary Summer House by Pacific Environments

Located in the hills above Buckleton Bay, Matakana, New Zealand, the project, known as Bourke House, was realized by Pacific Environment. The architects have tried to create a structure which is minimally influenced the environment and thus would have the most comprehensive view of the ocean. The house features not only glass façade, but it was also equipped with glass sliding doors, which fill the house with fresh air and allow to move freely between the inside and the outside spaces. In addition, the house has some eco facilities: systems for collecting and recycling rainwater, solar hot-water. Neutral colors, red wood accents cheer up and give individuality to the interior.



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Box House in Boulder, Colorado by Studio H:T

During the construction of the house in the U.S. state of Colorado, the architects from Studio H: T were not afraid of the possible difficulties associated with the complexity of the site, but also tried to take maximum advantage of it. The result is this interesting building, known as Box House, which has a unique shape and provides its residents the most striking representation of the natural environment. Like many other houses situated on the slopes, this one has ground level, partially integrated into the hill, and the second level with the studio and master suite floating above the surface of the slope. There are several comfortable patios equipped with everything necessary for rest outside.



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Futuristic White O Residence by Toyo Ito & Associates Architects

Some architects’ and designers’ ideas really impress the imagination. Looking rather strange outside this futuristic White O Residence by Toyo Ito & Associates Architects located in Marbella, Chile is very comfortable yet. The whole project occupies 370 square meters. The architects connect the living spaces with the exterior in a unique and wonderful way due to the unusual structure. The spiraling dwelling is completed by the enclosed garden. The dining room and the bedrooms provide the inhabitants with the necessary privacy while on the terrace one can relax enjoying picturesque views of the surroundings. The interior design is very elegant yet minimalist. There is an airy atmosphere by means of large glass walls. Very extraordinary residence!



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The Meera House by Guz Architects

We have already reviewed the Fish House by Guz Architects, and now present another project of these talented designers. The houses have much in common and it is difficult to say which one is more beautiful. The Meera House is located on the island of Sentosa adjacent to Singapore and amazes with its magnificence. Looking from above, the house is like a green oasis, because roof and terraces are covered with grass and some trees. But this is not the only outstanding feature of this splendid design. Beautiful view of the water, the incredible staircase and swimming pool separated by glass walls are also impressed by their originality. Bravo to architects who created such a luxury green house.



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Concrete Clad Exterior: Open Box House by A-cero

Present to you one more simply awesome and unusual house by Spanish architects from A-Cero. The residence was built in Madrid and named Open Box House. As in other projects of these architects, we can see the massive concrete structure, which looks rather reliable, but it does not seem too severe. Such projects have long become something like a business card for A-Cero. The house occupies 750 square meters and has three levels. The basement includes the garage and facilities and there is the living room, kitchen and servant?s quarter on the ground floor. The 4 bedrooms and a library are situated on the top floor. In addition to house project and interior design specialists of the same company have realized work package on beautification of the adjoining territory, where you can see a beautiful garden in the Japanese style.



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