Mikkeli Wave House

Taking design cues from boats and airplanes, the Mikkeli Wave House completely reimagines the classic log home. A mixture of wood and steel form a unique curved design. The front elevation is clad in Finnish spruce while the rear opens up to the landscape with a glass facade. Exposed logs and beams are reminiscent of traditional cabin interiors but are modernized with a whitewash. Encased in glass, the main living area opens out to an expansive deck. Overlooking the water, the oversized roof extends over the terrace and hot tub creating a sheltered outdoor space to take in the views.

Photos: Hans Koistinen / Architect Seppo Mäntylä

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Casa Hualle

Sited on a grassy plot near the Villarrica volcano in Chile, the Casa Hualle draws inspiration from its active neighbor with a dark timber cladding. The simple volume takes on a geometric silhouette with a folded roofline. Covered in a charcoal-washed verticle siding, the exterior stands out from the rustic landscape while also nodding to the region's vernacular architecture. Inside, washed plywood panels line the interior. The minimal palette acts as a backdrop for strategically placed windows that frame in the dramatic landscape surrounding the property.

Photos: Felipe Fontecilla, Javier Ampuero / Ampuero Yutronic

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Audemars Piguet Hotel des Horlogers

Ski resorts are usually located near the best slopes but the Audemars Piguet Hotel des Horlogers is actually made from one. The structure is comprised of five tiered volumes tucked into a Swiss hillside. Topped with a continuous zig-zag, guest will be able to ski down the sloping rooftops to the nearby trails as well as the luxury watchmaker's museum. Inside, a single hall will join the 50 rooms while a bar, spa, and restaurant with valley views will be housed below.

Photos: Bjarke Ingels Group

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The bike helmets that Thousand produces have a timeless feel inspired by designs from vintage motorcycle helmets. That mentality is even more present in their limited-edition Epoch Collection. An homage to iconic design, the collection features three new finishes — Speedway Creme, Nordic Wood, and Willowbrook Mint. Each features two sets of interior padding for a custom fit, a rubberized matte finish, a built-in low-profile visor, and eco-friendly leather fit straps with a one-handed magnetic fastener.

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Jackson House

Copper, concrete, glass, and timber form this contemporary retreat in Big Sur. Situated at the base of a canyon, the Jackson House sits on a foundation of stilts, appearing to hover over the landscape in an effort to keep the site intact. The structure is comprised of four main volumes, each clad in a different material. They are topped with an oversized butterfly roof that extends out over the structure, creating covered terraces around the perimeter. Aside from private bedrooms, the interior was left mostly open for communal gathers. Corners are fitted with double-height glazing offering a unique outlook to the surrounding canyon views.

Photos: Richard Barnes / Fougeron Architecture

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Swallowfield Barn

Surrounded by the gardens, orchards, and pastures of a small hobby farm in British Columbia, the Swallowfield Barn reimagines traditional rural outbuildings. The new structure resembles a classic barn with its simple form and vertical timber cladding, while its offset gabled roof gives it a modern appeal. A workshop is housed on the ground floor and also welcomes the resident flocks and herds. Above, a hayloft provides storage for the farm's fodder and also acts as a gathering place for the family to relax and enjoy the fruits of their labor.

Photos: Ema Peter Photography / MOTIV Architects

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