Casa Brutale is an unclad statement of simplicity and harmony in contemporary architecture. The conceptual residence by OPA is a chameleonic living space that teeters on the high cliffs above the Aegean sea. The home is constructed with simple materials like wood, glass, and raw concrete, putting the focus on the landscape and ocean. Nothing...
Inviting Italian Chalet Completely From Wood And Stone
Chalet houses are absolute love and joy, especially in winter, due to the fantastic coziness inside. This one is located in Italy, not far from the border with France, and was designed by architect Tanya Haug. Not only the house itself but also most of the furniture are made from natural materials like wood or...
Modern Mountain Residence With Stunning Views
This stunning Utah residence is a real masterpiece of modern architecture and design. The outside is clad mostly in wood and stone, its shape is very original and reminds of a giant ship. The design is characterized of lots of windows that keep warmth inside yet offering wonderful mountain views, which are the focal point...
Via Sauvagia With Modern Architecture And Earthy-Colored Interiors
There’s something about the organic feel generated by the lovely cabins built up along the slopes of the mountains. Mostly people choose such houses to disconnect from the exhausting cities, in order to find peace, get in touch with nature. That’s why I think that harmony is one of the most important features when designing...
Little Swiss Chalet In Honey Blond Wood
One more Alpine eye-candy for you! This chalet by Geneva-based architect Charles Pictet is located in in the Ormonts valley, Switzerland. The architect had to overcome a host of building constraints and site challenges when he designed this small chalet. The honey blond wood used throughout is a lighter and more modern take on the...
Stylish Hi-Tech Ski Chalet In The French Alps
The mountain chalets drive me crazy because they are amazingly comfy and cozy! This Eden chalet in the French exclusive ski resort of Courchevel is special because it’s interior is a mix of traditional rustic style and modern hi-tech. Wood, glass, stainless steel and grey stone in designed are combined so that they look fantastic....
Relaxing Tanovatti Retreat With Bright Interiors
This House Tavonatti was designed by Par Arquitectos as a retreat in the region of Cachagua, Zapallar, Chile. The residence consists of two blocks, one on top of the other with exterior staircases that connect the perpendicularly arranged units creating open-plan spaces. The terrace, located at the upper floor offers striking views of the beautiful...
Tiny Ufogel Larch Cabin To Have A Rest In The Mountains
Ufogel house looks like a UFO landed in an alpine village or a retro caravan stopped in its travels, perhaps a sculptural bird or even a chicken coop perched next to an old timbered farmhouse. Why is it called so? It’s UFO plus the German word for bird, Vogel; a 45 m2 larch wood getaway...
Remote Mountain Chalet With Luxury Inside And Outside
A mountain retreat is an endless theme – here every designer shows what he or she can and every owner asks for what he or she likes, though the most popular décor is modern with rustic touches. This luxury chalet with a modern décor is called Lower Foxtail Residence and was created by Reid Smith...
Welcoming Retreat In North Carolina Forests
If you love nature and woods, if want to be closer to it and breathe fresh air in, you’ll be excited to see this retreat high in the North Carolina mountains. There is a central grand hall flanked by smaller wings housing bedrooms, a den, a kitchen, and a study. Everything is made of logs...