A Clay Roof Tiled Kerala House That Harmonizes Tradition with Modern Luxury [Video]

Discover the charm of Kerala encapsulated in this architectural beauty that flawlessly harmonizes tradition with modern luxury. Nestled in greenery in the outskirts of Calicut, this 5500 sqft residence by aslam.sham architects presents a striking silhouette against the verdant backdrop, with its classic clay-tiled roof—an homage to the region’s vernacular design. The roof’s design provides . . .

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A Pixar Movie Inspired House Where Light, Space And Nature Converge

Imaginatively drawn from the heartfelt narratives of Pixar’s “Coco,” architect Duy Le crafts more than a home; he sculpts a realm where the lines between reality and reflection gracefully blur. In Vietnam’s bustling urban canvas, this 142 sqm abode emerges as a sanctuary, celebrating both familial connections and a profound communion with nature. Through ingenious . . .

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A Brazilian Summer House With Tropical Flourishes [Video]

Designed with family time in mind, this Brazilian summer house is decorated with tropical touches for a relaxed vacation vibe. The homeowners set just a few important guidelines for the project, with the principal desire being for a space in which the family could socialise and spend more time together. The skilful architectural team at . . .

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Balinese Jungle Villas: Where Modernity Meets Mother Nature

Located in Bali, Indonesia, these four stunning jungle villas are where modernity meets Mother Nature. Visualised by Illya Kovalchuk, these stylish villas are presented in a natural materials palette of timber, stone, and rattan. The palette fashions an inviting warmth, whilst adhering to a high-end aesthetic. The first villa features a beautiful vaulted ceiling with . . .

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A Lush Modern Tropical House In Kerala With Indoor Greenery

By the Chaliyar river in Malappuram, Kerala, India, the CAER project is a reimagined modern day fortress that melds with its tranquil tropical surroundings. Measuring 3950 square feet, this serene home has been designed by Encasa Archstudio to encompass natural beauty at every turn. A single story of interactive spaces fulfill the homeowners’ wish for . . .

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Beautiful Biophilic Home With Open Concept Living

Located in Thevakkal village in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India, The ‘House That Rains Light’ is a beautiful biophilic home designed by LIJO.RENY.architects. The 274 square metre (2950 square foot) property features sky-lit vertical volumes, landscape voids and strategic fenestration to promote cross ventilation in the hot climate. The open concept construction also creates . . .

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Shaping Unforgettable Experiences With Unique Architecture

Time for something a little different. Unique architecture leads to unique experiences, and whilst material possessions come and go, it’s the special moments in life that we recall most fondly. This inspiring collection of six incredible feats of architectural design, visualised by Thilina Liyanage, stand like huge pieces of art in the landscape that one . . .

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Serene Timber Screen House in Jakarta

Serenity from the city was the main objective in creating this unique home in Jakarta, Indonesia, designed by Eben Architects. The 550 square metre home is an open and relaxing environment, which combines with two courtyards to establish a tranquil connect with nature. These flowing living spaces give the homeowner an enriching contrast between life . . .

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Lush Tropical House Surrounded By Nature

Situated just next door to the ancient and incredible Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap town, Cambodia, the Breeze House is a modern home that revels its tropical surroundings. UAD Architects designed the home to blend elements of modernity with the lush green environment, and to passively respond to the climate. An open void brings . . .

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Lush Balinese Villas That Show Off The Beauty Of Tropical Living

These beautiful Balinese villas show off a lush tropical lifestyle that will have you dreaming of a sun drenched getaway. But before you start searching for your passport, take a moment to enjoy the gorgeous architecture, lavish interiors and green landscaping that this collection of four holiday home designs has to offer. Get set to . . .

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Vietnam Home With Relaxing Natural Spaces And Indoor Pond

Plants and trees form the highlight of this modestly sized house in Da Nang, Vietnam, both inside and out. The 100 square metre house, named the ‘Q house’ by architects Q Concept was shaped out of an idea for a tropical house to suit the Mid-Vietnam weather conditions. The large front garden is a nature . . .

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Red Brick Architecture And Indonesian Vibes From East Java

Project Omah Boto (which means ‘Brick House’) was born out of a client’s request for “Indonesia vibes”. The build site is located near the Pari Temple and Sumur Temple, Sidoarjo, East Java, which opened up the idea of historical red brick architecture that stems from the Majapahit Kingdom era. The materials and manufacturing techniques are . . .

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Tropical Villa In Thailand Based On An Ancient System Of Architecture

Located on the small tropical island of Samui, Thailand, this extraordinary villa is known as the Vastu Villa project – the first of its kind to be designed according to vedic knowledge, Vastu Shastra. For those not familiar with the traditional Hindu system of architecture, Vastu Shastra literally translates to ‘science of architecture’. It includes . . .

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Spectacular Modern House With Courtyard Swimming Pool

Lush gardens, sleek design, open windows — this home is a slice of paradise. This modern take by Ayutt and Associates on the traditional Thai home incorporates nature into every bit of the home it possibly can. The 1,500 square meter villa just outside of Bangkok is practically held up by floor to ceiling windows . . .

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Open Tropical Home with Interior Courtyard and Stunning Wood Features

Located in the Greenbank Park neighborhood of the small city-state of Singapore, this tropical home is a truly serene space that celebrates its natural surroundings along with stunning design. The house was concepted and built by the team at HYLA Architects and measures 520 square meters (5597 square feet). It is marked by a number . . .

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A Creative Brick House Controls the Interior Climate and Looks Amazing

There are certain ideas about what a brick house looks like that pervade most of our imaginations. Of course, that’s probably why most of us are not architects. The professionals at Tropical Space have a much wilder imagination when it comes to how to use brick in contemporary structures, as evidenced by the Termitary House. . . .

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