Vora Villas Santorini

Santorini has no shortage of striking views and architecture. Combining both, the Vora Villas offer an impressive Grecian getaway overlooking the Aegean Sea. The resort is sited on a mass of volcanic rock where each room has been hand-carved into the cliffside. Their minimalist white exterior resembles the classic Cycladic architecture of the island while soft, neutral palettes and custom-made furniture create a light, soothing atmosphere against the volcanic landscape. Interiors are equipped with kitchens, king beds, and large soaking tubs along with private terraces featuring plunge pools suspend above the calming blue waters below.

Photos: Vora Villas

La Pointe House

Placed down a trail, about ten minutes from the lodge, the La Pointe House offers a modern micro-shelter at Canada's Poisson Blanc Regional Park. The off-grid cabin is reminiscent of a traditional A-frame with a sharp, triangular form and cedar cladding. Its warm, natural finish will weather over time allowing the exterior to fade into the surrounding forest. Internally, natural light and minimal furnishings create a spacious atmosphere for the modest interior that consists of just a kitchenette and dining table that converts into a sleeping area. Suspended by steel rods, a bed floats above the main floor and can be accessed by an inclined ladder. Large panels of glazing frame in views of the landscape while also expanding the living space outdoors to a covered terrace.

Photos: Jack Jérôme, Ronny Lebrun / L'Abri

Under Restaurant

Off the coast of southern Norway, Under Restaurant has become Europe's first underwater dining experience. The concrete structure appears to bobble at the surface like a capsized boat. Guests enter from the shoreline to an oak-lined entrance. From there, they pass through a champagne bar and ultimately end at the dining room five meters below the waterline. The space features a large, aquarium-like acrylic window where diners can view the surrounding marine life while indulging in fresh, seasonal fare from chef Nicolai Ellitsgaard. Aside from the restaurant, the building will also function as a research center, while the textured exterior will act as an artificial mussel reef.

Photos: Ivar Kvaal / Snøhetta

Pond House

Sited on 19 acres in rural New York, the Pond House uses its imperfections to enhance its natural setting. The home takes the shape of a simple gabled structure. Its exterior palette is made up of rusted corten standing seam panels and blackened cedar, a combination that compliments the rustic landscape. Along with three bedrooms, the interior includes a spacious, open living area. A south-facing wall of glass removes the boundaries between the inside and the outdoors, allowing for full views of the neighboring pond.

Photos: Bjorg Magnea and Kyle Page / Sundial Studios

Muelle House

Sitting parallel to the coast, the Muelle House is a seaside retreat in Chile. The timber home is situated on a hillside relying on a foundation of wooden stilts for support across the sloping terrain. Its linear layout follows the ocean's horizon, ensuring it is in clear view throughout every room. Half of the wood-lined interior is dedicated to the bedrooms and bathrooms and the other consists of the main living areas. A glazed hallway separates the two spaces. On the mountainside, the doors open to a fire pit while the north-facing windows lead to a deck overlooking the Pacific.

Photos: Nicolás Saieh / SAA Arquitectura + Territorio

Scarborough House A

From its size and design to its carbon footprint, Scarborough House A is the truest form of minimalism. Occupying a small lot in Perth, the home is the first carbon-neutral building in the area. It's constructed from sustainable materials that include recycled concrete and whitewashed recycled brick while heavy-duty insulation eliminates the need for air conditioning. Opting for a vertical layout to allow for a compact footprint, the interior is spread across three stories. A garage is housed in the lowest level, an open living space sits on the ground floor, and a bedroom is located in the loft above. The simplified material palette paired with extensive glazing creates a light, airy atmosphere. To expand the modest floor plan, sliding glass doors open to connect the ground floor to an exterior courtyard and garden.

Photos: Ben Hosking / Whispering Smith

Noah Surf House Portugal

The Noah Surf House isn't your typical surf shack. Located on Portugal's Silver Coast, the eco-friendly boutique hotel gives guests oceanfront seats to some of the world's best waves from their modern boho rooms and bungalows. Each one is uniquely designed and ranges in features from fireplaces and private terraces to kitchenettes and outdoor showers. They all share access to the property's solar panel-heated infinity pool, organic vegetable garden, and restaurant overlooking the Atlantic. There are also plenty of non-surfing activities like guided seaside hikes, a fitness studio specializing in yoga and functional training, and a full skate park.

Cree House

Designed in 1955 by architect Albert Frey, the Cree House is a pristine Palm Springs abode. The mid-century modern residence occupies 8.2 acres and is anchored to a rocky hillside by a foundation of steel stilts. Painted Encelia green, its exterior blends into the desert landscape allowing the vibrant yellow fiberglass deck to pop. The 1,124-square-foot, one bedroom interior has been left nearly untouched with original features like a native stone fireplace, wood paneling, vintage kitchen appliances, and cabinets. Extensive glazing welcomes in views of the surrounding environment while also opening to expand the modest living space out to a 600-square-foot deck. Also known as "The Forgotten Frey", the home has been under single-family ownership and had not been open to the public until Modernism Week 2019.

Photos: Christie's International Real Estate

Woodland Pyramid House

When it comes to the Woodland Pyramid House, the title says it all. The home is nestled on a wooded 25-acre site in the Berkshires. It's structured from a nine-square grid comprised of four plywood trusses situated on eight cinder block walls. The steeply pitched roof gives the home a pyramid-like look while adding a mezzanine space to the interior. On the inside, the 2,300-square-foot dwelling consists of a single room containing a kitchen, dining area, and living room. Its minimal material palette is defined by concrete floors and walls topped by a plywood ceiling. Along with skylights, large glazed panels warm the space with natural light and frame in views of the rural setting.

Photos: D-Render / WOJR

Guaruja Peninsula House

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the Guaruja Peninsula House is a coastal retreat in São Paulo. The dwelling is made from a series of volumes staked on the rocky shoreline. A concrete rectangular base sits on a foundation of stilts for minimal impact on the land while a triangular volume is suspended above. Housing the private areas, their solid facades conceal the home's more intimate rooms from onlookers. Public living spaces are located in a transparent void between the two volumes, allowing for expansive views of the landscape. The glazing opens out to a poolside terrace floating above the sea below.

Photos: Fernando Guerra / Bernardes Arquitetura

Naturecruiser Floating Houseboat

Sleek, minimal, and eco-friendly. The Naturecruiser is everything you want in a land-based home but the contemporary structure is actually made for life on the water. The houseboat quietly cruises across lakes and rivers with a hybrid electric drive and is practically self-sufficient, utilizing a water-purification system and solar panels. It's constructed mainly from sustainable materials and offers 15 meters of living space that includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and outdoor deck, as well as a rooftop terrace. Warm wood cladding and modern fixtures give the interior a Scandinavian design while expansive glazing offers views of the scenery as you're cruising by. For long-term living, there's also the more spacious, 24-meter Waterloft model and the Watervilla, a floating dwelling that remains anchored to your aquatic destination.

Photos: Wohnschiff Manufaktur

Suspended Forest Cabin

Echoing a bird's nest, the Suspended Forest Cabin hovers over the snow-covered ground in Switzerland. Its timber facade is made from hand-cut shingles of locally-sourced oak and larch, resembling the twigs used to form a bird's home in the trees. The wood was left in its natural state allowing for it to weather over time. Internally, walls are lined with wooden panels laid in a geometric pattern. Glazed voids puncture the cladding to frame in views of the surroundings while a series of skylights flood the interior with natural light. The entire structure dangles from a concrete canopy, floating above the terrain like a nest in the forest.

Photos: CAP Images / KKAA

Southridge Estate

Built in 1964, the Southridge Estate embodies mid-century Palm Springs. The six-bedroom, six-bath home sits on 2.5 acres. A pair of wooden doors open to an entry courtyard. The open-air space houses the first of two pools and is shaded by oversized eaves. Its 5,356-square-foot interior features open living spaces encased with floor-to-ceiling glazing and topped with exposed beam ceilings. Natural stone walkways lead to a second swimming pool. Surrounded by lush landscaping, the water's infinity edge flows into views of the surrounding mountains. The property also includes an additional lot that offers a tennis court and room for parking.

Photos: Compass

Kevin Costner's Aspen Retreat

Kevin Costner's Aspen Retreat is its own winter resort. The 160-acre ranch hosts three lodge-style houses that can accommodate up to 34 guests. You won't have to go far to look for entertainment. The compound includes sledding hills, an ice skating pond, two lakes for fishing, and its own Field of Dreams. Yes, the actor built a baseball field to commemorate his role as Ray Kinsella. For relaxing, there's also three hot tubs, outdoor terraces, and fire pits to take in the surrounding mountain views. But don't get too comfortable, the compound is only available for rent.

Woodhouse Hotel

Situated on a hillside in Tuanjie, the Woodhouse Hotel aims to bring agricultural tourism to rural China. The property consists of ten wooden cabins resting on stilts to preserve the existing rock formations. Each one is unique in design and orientated to capture the best views of the landscape. Dark, carbonized wood exteriors intend to blend into the forested scenery while wood lining creates a warm, minimalist atmosphere on the interior. Throughout the inside, thoughtfully placed glazed panels frame in individual vistas for every cottage.

Photos: Laurian Ghinitoiu / ZJJZ

Koda Light Float House

Forget waterfront cabins. The Koda Light Float House gets you on the surface of your favorite lake, harbor, or canal. Combining a tiny home and a houseboat, the zinc-clad dwelling sits on a foundation of floating pontoons. A walkway attaches the structure to the shore, leading to an expansive, wrap-around terrace. Its interior is surprisingly spacious, featuring double-height ceilings, an open living space, kitchen, and a lofted sleeping area. The decor is kept sleek and minimal to allow for a multi-functional space while glazing highlights the maritime scenery. Although the house isn't mobile itself, it can be towed to different locations by boat.

Photos: Koda

World Relief Map Print

Originally published in 1976 by the United States Navy Office of Naval Research, this map shows the topography of land and ocean floors. This meticulous, accurate reproduction preserves the beautiful aged look with an astonishing level of detail and depth. The artwork is printed on Airtek canvas and hand mounted with aged timber batons and 100% hemp rope. Each piece arrives ready to hang.

Size: 51.2" x 35.4"

Three Ponds Farm

The Three Ponds Farm takes your dreams of living on a golf course and dials it up a notch. On this 58-acre estate, you'll get to live on your own private golf course. The former Bridgehampton dairy farm comes with its own USGA-rated 18-hole golf course designed by Rees Jones. It even has a pro shop, full-time superintendent, and a halfway house located in a restored milking barn. Also on the compound are a caretaker's cottage, a loggia, and a 25,000-square-foot main house that includes 8 bedrooms, 10 full baths, a gunite pool, and a tennis court. The entire property has been landscaped with trees, gardens, and wildflowers by noted designer Edmund Hollander and includes a world-class rose garden as well as three ponds. Its sale also comes with pre-existing zoning allowing for opportunities for development and subdivisions.

Photos: Bespoke Real Estate

Elizabeth Street Residence

Housed in a 20th-century New York City building, the Elizabeth Street Residence fuses historic charm with modern amenities. The two-bedroom, two-bath interior features rich walnut hardwoods laid in a herringbone pattern and black-lacquered millwork throughout. Centered around a custom granite fireplace, the 28-foot living room is separated into three sitting areas that flow to a set of french doors, leading to the master suite. The spacious room includes two walk-in closets and a Calacatta gold marble-lined master bathroom with brass fixtures and a standalone tub. The kitchen is fitted with Danish cabinetry and chef's appliances. Glass doors open out to a 1,120 square-foot brick terrace. Meticulously landscaped, the outdoor sanctuary is a rarity for downtown living.

Photos: Compass

AroundFollie Campground

No matter your camping style, the AroundFollie Campground has a spot for you. The community is sited on the island of Jeju in South Korea. It offers multiple accommodations ranging from tent sites and deck camping to vintage Airstreams and modern, pyramid-shaped cabins. For the extreme glampers, multi-villa units are also available and come with rooftop decks with bathtubs, lofts, and indoor pools. It's all organized around a glazed lodge where guests can gather and bond over Korean BBQ and seasonal seafood.

Photos: Byung-geun Lee / AroundFollie

Flowers with Nest Print

A reproduction of an oil painting by Dutch artist Jan van Huysum that was painted between 1718-1720, this beautiful print features a bouquet of flowers from different seasons above a bird's nest. The artwork is printed on Airtek canvas and hand mounted with aged timber batons and 100% hemp rope. Each piece arrives ready to hang.

Size: 31.5" x 46.1"