Our first dark dreamhouse resembles a modern-day castle with its symmetrical turret-like wings. Black steel wraps the curved walls, binding the slatted cladding.

Enormous round windows make fenestration into an art form here. Each glazed disc opens up a perfectly cubed volume, giving circular glimpses of what lies inside.

Black concrete tiles accentuate the interesting angles of this modern architectural feat, which is constructed to follow the slope of a lush green hillside.

Linear, laconic, and commanding. This fortress of a home has a top-heavy structure with a slotted balcony that looks out over a landscape of wild, swaying grass.

Futuristic and breathtaking in scale, this striking black architectural concept looks like a starship hovering above the hillside. A massive expanse of glass reveals flashes of internal light.

In contrast to its simple linear silhouette, the windows of this black house are framed by freeform protrusions with sharp folds, like oversized origami.

Sharp lines of light adorn this modern home exterior with a mesmerizing glow.

Brown-black wood cloaks this modern house with an enchanting aura. Oblique windows draw angles of intrigue. A serene pool offers a refreshing escape amidst two disjointed volumes.

An overhanging roof slopes over a sunken carport here, navigating the challenging topography of the site. A magnificent pitched window wraps two walls of the living room, capturing panoramic vistas.

An uncomplicated but confident construction, this black base volume is topped with a wood-clad upper that complements the surrounding trees. The fluted, rich wood panels add texture to the simple silhouette.

Held in a bold and boxy framework, this modern house design makes its most striking statement via massive windows and glass-sided balconies.

This black and white house showcases a unique structure, where a living room volume and deck perch upon a sloped cutaway base. A graceful line of light accentuates the edge.

Dazzling sharp angles and radiant lines of light cling to the corners and edges of this futuristic house. An upper deck supports a stunning waterfall, which cascades into a swimming pool below.

These twin houses feature decoratively screened cantilevered volumes. The mysterious boxes filter incoming light by day and cast enchanting illumination at night.

This 3-story house embraces a linear, modern design, where clean lines and sleek aesthetics converge to create an architectural gem.

Comprising three interlocking volumes, this modern house presents sleek black structures that bookend a warmly wood-clad middle section. A wood deck gracefully connects the volumes, while a serene swimming pool, manicured lawn, and stepping stones add tranquil charm.

With a sleek and glossy black facade and edge-to-edge glazing, this fabulous house design sits under a pitched roof and stunning vaulted ceiling. Retractable doors seamlessly open part of the living space to the garden.

Executed with ultra-modern flair, this two-story family home with a pitched roof is fitted with bespoke windows that follow its slope. A roofed terrace beckons for cherished family meals.

Radiating an intriguing presence, this black boxy modern architectural home is accentuated by dramatic lighting. Outside, a cozy conversation pit invites intimate gatherings under the open sky.

Set within a peaceful woodland, this contemporary abode embraces a striking combination of black cladding and raw gray concrete. Its rectangular structure spans two stories, complemented by an inviting upper balcony and a serene lower terrace.

With an awe-inspiring presence, this large black and white house includes a distinctive upwardly sloping roof that beautifully echoes the contour of the hillside.

This imposing black house façade is devoid of windows. It reveals only a solitary door, beckoning visitors into the enclosed entry courtyard. In contrast, the entire rear of the home is a window to the world.

With shallowly sloping roof lines and an external spiral staircase, this large modern house exudes modern architectural elegance.

Using a harmonious blend of complementary materials, this contemporary construction builds character with a distinctive red brick tower.

Ascending boldly, this top-heavy, two-story house features a boxy jacket with contrasting wooden patches. The two-tone panels artfully balance the fenestration, creating a proportional interplay of materials.

This unusual 2-level home boasts a magnificent outdoor waterfall and a floating concrete patio for moments of relaxation.

Wide, retractable doors open this home up to a deck with a charming conversation pit and the magical flicker of a roaring fire.

Perched delicately on a steep and uneven hillside, this small black house demands attention with its daring presence and harmonious integration with the natural terrain.

A pitched roof and striking black side cladding darkly define this home in the wilderness. The entryway is accentuated by an alluring double-story window.

This large rural home communicates a barn-like aesthetic. Slatted shutters softly dim the light that pours from the glazed upper volume.

A series of pitched and flat-roofed modules are packed together to form this interesting piece of residential architecture.

Perceived initially as two separate houses, this luxury home makes a gentle impact on its coastline location.

It's all about the contrasting carport at this car lover’s home.

A white house adorned with sleek black trim exudes a timeless and elegant aesthetic.

This extraordinary white house, with a soaring black roof, exudes a majestic presence that commands the sky.

Here, a layered look is achieved through black boards, black brickwork, and straight lines of exterior illumination.

Blending black boarding and white limestone brickwork, this house has an elegant and visually captivating facade.

Windows? What windows? Slim slivers of mirrored glass reflect the outer world without giving away a single glimpse of what lies within.

Frankly, it's all about outdoor living. This peaceful terrace proves so.

Looking like a giant terrarium, this courtyard-filled home sits calmly amongst the cows.

This shipping container home design thinks outside the box–or rather elevates the box above a cute little terrace.