Overlooking the ocean in Kanagawa, Japan, the Seaside House uses a linear layout to maximize views. Minimal in form and color, the stark white reinforced concrete structure stands out from its more traditional neighbors. Continue reading
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The Croft Lodge Studio
Built around a 17th-century cottage in the English County of Herefordshire, the Croft Lodge Studio is more of a preservation than a restoration. Continue reading
The Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou
The town of Ait-Ben-Haddou, located on the southern slopes of the High Atlas Mountains, is one of the most spectacular manmade sights along the valley in Morocco’s rocky desert. Continue reading
Puerto Escondido Concrete House
Nestled among the vegetation of the Oaxacan coastal town, the Puerto Escondido Concrete House makes the most of its modest footprint. Continue reading
Vasa: A 17th Century Warship That Sank, Was Recovered and Now Sits in a Museum
In 1628, the Swedish warship Vasa set off on its maiden voyage from Stockholm harbor towards Poland, where a war was raging in the Baltic. Built by 400 craftsmen at the royal shipyard at Stockholm, the ship was richly decorated as a symbol of the king’s ambitions for Sweden and himself. Continue reading
Citadelle Laferrière Fortress of Haiti
The Citadelle Laferrière, located on top of a mountain in northern Haiti, is one of the largest fortresses in the Americas. The Citadel was built by Henri Christophe, who played a key role in the Haitian Revolution that eventually led to the country gaining independence from France in 1804. Continue reading
The Bohemian Apartment
When you think “Bohemian” you often think of unconventional and creatively inspired – and that thought-process lends itself verbatim to what is the Bohemian Apartment by Incorporated NY. Continue reading
A Cozy Shelter On A Cliff
A small seaside holiday shelter, the house designed by Norwegian studio Lund Hagem stands at the back of a cliff, offering the dramatic surroundings outside and the excellent coziness inside.
Whimsical Dr. Seuss House in Alaska
Located in Willow, Alaska, this peculiar structure is referred to by locals as the “Dr. Suess House.” It’s one of America’s architectural wonders. And you can see why… Continue reading
Inflatable Art Pavilion in London
Members of Spanish architecture studio Dosis have imagined “Second Dome”, a great orange inflatable structure located in the heart of London. With a total area of 400 square meters, the pavilion features master classes, conferences and movies for kids and adults. Continue reading