In West Flanders, Belgium, a humble private barn has undergone a dramatic transformation. Once a simple agricultural structure, it’s now a visually striking, light-filled office designed by Studio Farris Architects. With smart spatial planning and a sculptural centerpiece made of stacked wooden beams, the barn has been brought back to
When a Japanese-Italian couple with two children set out to renovate their duplex apartment in Amsterdam, their main goals were clear: more sunlight and a better sense of connection throughout the home. Designed by MAMM DESIGN, the renovation of this 85-year-old unit blends clever spatial planning with thoughtful architectural interventions
In the quiet neighborhood of Birre, Portugal, a 1985 home designed by architect Nuno Leónidas has been reimagined from the inside out. KEMA Studio approached the renovation with care, reorganizing key spaces like the kitchen, laundry, and bathrooms without altering the original structure. The goal: better flow, more light, and
Japandi House is a calm, light-filled home designed by Yulia Barshevskaya as a personal reflection of how she and her family want to live. Built for comfort and clarity, the home strips away anything unnecessary. What’s left is a clean, warm space that feels grounded in nature and easy to
What happens when you peel back layers of a standard office space? In the hands of Dutch design firm TANK, the answer is something unexpectedly warm, playful, and deeply personal. Their renovation of De Korendrager in Amsterdam turns a former workplace into a character-filled family home, one that honors its
Designed by party / space / design, BEARHOUSE is a 40-square-meter café that blends soft curves, creamy textures, and cozy seating to create a hangout spot that’s equal parts bubble tea bar and ice cream shop, and relaxed photo zone. At the heart of BEARHOUSE’s identity is the idea of
In the heart of Mexico City, EL MORO isn’t just a place to grab churros and hot chocolate, it’s a cultural landmark. Since 1935, the beloved café has been one of the most recognizable images of daily life in the capital. Now, thanks to a thoughtful redesign by Cadena +
With sweeping views of the sea in Rio de Janeiro’s Leblon neighborhood, the RMD Apartment reflects the lifestyle and warmth of the family who lives there. Designed for a couple with grown children and one still at home, this renovation by Magarão + Lindenberg Arquitectura reimagines a four-bedroom apartment into
In central Singapore’s Tanjong Pagar district, a two-floor apartment inside The Arris has been redefined by Studio Wills + Architects. Rather than gut the space, the architects worked strategically, introducing two striking architectural volumes, a Blue Box and a Black Box, that transform how the apartment is used and experienced.
In Montreal’s lush Outremont district, a 1950s home by architects Morin & Cinq-Mars has undergone a transformative expansion. Atelier Chardonnat and Salem Architecture led the renovation, preserving its Frank Lloyd Wright–inspired heritage while introducing Japanese and Scandinavian influences. The result is a warm, modern sanctuary on Mount Royal, where every
In Montreal’s leafy Notre-Dame-de-Grâce neighbourhood, a 1905 home has been reimagined by RobitailleCurtis for a young doctor couple seeking more space and flow. What began as a pandemic purchase evolved into a sensitive expansion, making way for a growing family and a lifestyle rooted in clarity and connection. A modest
In the heart of Montreal’s Plateau Mont-Royal, La Firme has redefined what it means to live within history. Their latest project, Elmire, transforms a 19th-century industrial building into a refined contemporary home. Formerly a textile mill and Campbell’s soup factory, the structure now celebrates modern life while honoring its industrial
