Znameni Ctyr Architekti created this adorable mountain chalet in the Czech Republic that combines traditional and modern details. The adapted staggered profile with angles outwards on both of its end walls protects the walls from rainwater. The house contains four storeys: two set into the sloping ground and two upstairs. Granite flagstones give the building...
Casa Brutale Right In The Cliffs Above The Aegean Sea
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...
Mountain View House With Panoramic Alpine Views
Three-storey Mountain View residence by SoNo Arhitekti nestles into a hillside near an Austrian Alpine village. Its position near the top of the hill allows for impressive views, so the house was designed to take advantage of this. The house is framed by reinforced concrete and cross-laminated timber, this arrangement made it easy to create...
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...
Modern Clifftop House With Spectacular Views
I think that mountain houses are exceptional: you not only get a spectacular view but also feel secluded. This holiday residence is located on a clifftop in the Valparaiso Region in Chile, overlooking the ocean. The setting is wild and spectacular, and architects Nicolas Lipthay Allen/ L2C respected this feature in their design. The element...
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...