Many homes attempt to blend into their surroundings but the CDLR House takes the idea one step further. Aside from its green roof and black exterior, the concrete structure used dead trees found on the property to imprint its facade and hide among the Mexican forest. Its Y-shape is nestled into the existing vegetation, offering unique views in every direction. Large glazed panels cap each wing, framing in the landscape while ensuring natural light flows throughout the interior. Exposed concrete was left raw on the inside, pairing with wood ceilings to create a warm backdrop for the selection of mid-century modern furnishings. At the center of the home is a living pavilion. The open-air room provides a protected space for outdoor entertaining or lounging within views of the lake below.

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By the Way House

The By the Way House sits in the Polish countryside overlooking a nearby river. Rather than drawing inspiration from the pristine landscape, the home takes its shape from an unconventional entity — its long, winding driveway. The concrete road twists and turns around the property not to disturb any of the existing trees. At the middle of the site, the driveway lifts off the terrain, folding itself into a two-story dwelling. The solid material forms the ceiling, walls, and roof, giving the structure a sculpted quality that stands out from the verdant landscape like a modernist statue while a minimalist interior is housed within. The facade eventually unravels into a pathway off of the main living area that leads to the nearby beach.

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Charbonniere House

Overlooking the St. Lawrence River, the Charbonniere House is ingrained into a mountainside in the Charlevoix region of Québec. Its charred cedar exterior follows the terrain, creating a series of volumes arranged around a central courtyard. From the road, a lack of windows gives the structure a monolithic presence. Upon entry, the somber facade fades into a dreamy, rustic interior created by stone floors and white planked walls mixed with an abundance of natural light. While the front of the home is opaque, its rear is fitted with large panels of glazing. The black frame windows open the inside to the outdoors, affording expansive views of the pristine riverscape ahead.

Photos: James Brittain Photography / Alain Carle Architecte

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Shapeshifter House

Rising from the sandy terrain like a desert mirage, the Shapeshifter House is a sculpted extension of the Nevada landscape. The home was built for a pair of art collectors. Its angular exterior reflects their love for contemporary art while its mounded zinc facade blends into the surrounding environment. Internally, exposed zinc panels overlap to form the ceiling, creating a shiny contrast to the polished concrete floors. Contemporary artworks adorn the bare concrete walls and large glazed panels frame in the local vegetation. The upper level houses the master bedroom. Cantilevering over the ground below, the glazed room is afforded extensive views of Reno and the Sierra Nevada mountains beyond.

Photos: Joe Fletcher / Ogrydziak Prillinger Architects

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Tranquility House

Built in the countryside outside of Seoul, the Tranquility House is a generational family retreat. The property is surrounded by a rustic landscape of wooded hillsides and a lake. Although the home is very modern in design, a neutral material palette is meant to blend its unconventional form into the environment. Internally, concrete walls are met with a plywood roof. The open, double-height space is afforded views of the local scenery through a wall of glazing. These glass panels fold open to create a seamless connection with the outdoors. While there is a bedroom below for grandparents, a staircase leads to an upper-level master. The cantilevered room is capped by a wall of windows, drawing inhabitants out to a floating balcony.

Photos: Jaeyoon Kim / Snow AIDe

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Shelter Island Hill House

Clad in a mixture of cedar and stone, the Shelter Island Hill House is a tribute to its natural setting. The home is situated on a hillside where the forest opens to a meadow. A pair of timber boxes is perched above the landscape on a glazed ground floor. Housing the dwelling's private spaces, the upper level extends out past the glass living area and cantilevers over a stone retaining wall. This design allows the structure to float above the terrain for minimal disruption to the protected land while also creating a series of sheltered terraces overlooking the waterfront ahead.

Photos: Scott Frances / Leroy Street Studio

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Twin Tea House

Down a path of artificial mountain stone, the Twin Tea House is a tranquil addition to a retreat garden in China. The cast concrete pavilion sits among lush landscaping like a modern stone temple. While a bathroom and studio occupy the ground floor, a winding walkway with a bamboo handrail leads to a second-story tea room. The exterior facade was left exposed to the interior where warm wood accents create a Zen sanctuary. Encased in class, the room cantilevers over the neighboring pond affording views of the surrounding willows and pine.

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Ramat HaSharon Pavilion House

A series of sleek concrete cubes form the minimalist facade of the Ramat HaSharon Pavilion House. Intricate screens continue the geometric theme, filtering in light while adding texture to the flat exterior. Inside, the same delicate pattern is replicated in the stairway connecting all four floors. Private areas are housed above while the ground floor is occupied by the main living area. Polished concrete floors and white walls create the same restrained aesthetic throughout the open interior. Facing the backyard, a wall of glazing slides open to a terrace. The roof extends out over the patio, sheltering the area from the intense Israeli sun.

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Casa EC

Although it looks like an ancient fortress that has been standing in the forest for centuries, Casa EC is actually a new holiday home built in Mexico's Jalisco region. The dwelling is comprised of five boxes arranged around a central courtyard. Each unit is staggered across the terrain in order not to disrupt the native pine trees. Taking inspiration from materials found in the landscape, their exteriors are clad in local stone which was left exposed on the interior. Wood details add warmth to the otherwise somber palette. Living spaces are dispersed throughout the network of volumes, keeping the private areas on the ends and the communal spaces at the center. Hardwood floors seamlessly extend the inside out to an exterior terrace, drawing residents and guests to gather among the verdant surroundings.

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Benguela Cove House

Neighboring a lagoon and surrounded by mountains, the Benguela Cove House was built to take advantage of the South African scenery. The home is perched on a hillside in the Benguela Cove Wine Estate in the Western Cape. Natural materials like concrete and timber clad the modern exterior. The organic palette continues on the interior with wood ceilings and cabinets, a concrete hearth, and weathered steel. In the center of the kitchen, a massive granite rock emerges from the floor to create the island. Floor-to-ceiling glazing offers the entire ground floor views of Botrivier Lagoon and the Overberg Mountains, as well as the master bedroom above. Sliding glass doors transform the main living area into an open-air pavilion, connecting with an outdoor dining area, kitchen, and expansive sundeck overlooking the water.

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East Lake House

Comprised of two separate dwellings, the East Lake House is a weathered weekend retreat in Montauk. The individual gabled structures serve as the main house and a garage with guest accommodations. Both are clad in unfinished cedar planks that will develop a silvery patina over time while raw zinc roofs and bronze hardware will add their own weathered character to the exterior. Inside, black steel beams were left exposed to break up the white-washed walls. White oak flooring adds a subtle warmth to the interior's contemporary palette. While the roadside facade is largely closed off for privacy, an abundance of glazing at the rear of the home draws the focus to views of Lake Montauk. Each volume is fitted with a series of sliding glass doors, offering access to the central lawn where residents and guests can gather at the poolside cabana.

Photos: Michael Moran / Ryan Young Architects

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Hamptons House

Wedged between a field of wildflowers and the Atlantic coastline, the Hamptons House uses a transparent facade to take advantage of both views. The residence takes on an unconventional appearance for its seaside location. Traditional cedar shingles have been replaced for a sleek mixture of steel, glass, and wood. Running parallel with the shore, the home has a slight break in it to provide the best glimpses of the neighboring ocean. The exterior palette makes its way inside. An abundance of glazing illuminates the living spaces while timber planks create a path throughout the two-story interior by way of an open staircase and suspended walkway. Wrapping around a poolside terrace, the ground floor seamlessly transitions to the outdoors allowing inhabitants to enjoy the landscape and the coastal climate.

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House MC 448

Located just outside Tahoe National Forest, a series of interlocking gabled volumes form House MC 448. The farmhouse-inspired residence is clad in a rustic mix of wood, metal, and stone. In contrast to the dark exterior, the inside is washed in white. These gallery-style walls act as a backdrop to the owner's personal art collection as well as a selection of vintage, custom, and contemporary furnishings. Adding to the bright atmosphere, black steel windows flood the living spaces with natural light while also framing in the surrounding forest scenery.

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Northern Wisps Cabins

Perched throughout Iceland's Thórsmörk mountain ridge, the Northern Wisps Cabins appear to watch over the valley like a tribe of Norse gods. The statuesque structures are situated along the rocky terrain standing out from the mossy landscape with a white fabric facade. After the sun sets, the tent-like huts glow in the night's sky. Interiors follow Nordic design principals, offering a minimalist yet inviting refuge from the frigid elements. Unfortunately, these are currently just a concept. The renderings by Bartosz Domiczek are part of the Ronen Bekerman's Cabins 3d Challenge which asked designers to place prefab shelters in a landscape of their choice.

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The Weavers House

With a history dating back to 1721, The Weavers House begins the next phase of its life as a family home. The 18th-century townhouse is located in the Spitalfields district of east London. Although its ties to the Huguenot era are no longer visible, the building's latest remodel looks back to its roots for inspiration. Much of the interior is lined with lime plaster while a chair rail made from rough sawn oak planks act as a modern nod to its architectural heritage. The same timber can be found throughout the interior's millwork, creating a rustic counterpoint to the Veined Arabescato marble surfaces. Ties together by an emerald hue, a cohesive theme is echoed over the entire six stories making for a welcoming backdrop to a curated collection of antique fixtures and vintage furniture.

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Sullivan House

Formed by two intersecting gabled structures, the Sullivan House is inspired by the barns found throughout its Ohio hometown. Limestone chimneys and timber cladding further enhance the exterior's agrarian aesthetic. Internally, the home is divided between two wings joined by the main living area. Rustic materials are used in a modern way to form an overall contemporary interior. Inset into a series of rugged oak beams, a wall of windows afford views of the surrounding wooded lot. When open, the glazing leads to an outdoor terrace overlooking the property's ravine.

Photos: Brad Feinknopf / Jonathan Barnes Architecture & Design

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Tehachapi Sawmill House

Utilizing off-grid systems and sustainable materials, the Tehachapi Sawmill House is a refreshing approach to desert living. The home is modeled after a campsite made from three wings arranged around a central fireplace. Located in the main living area, the hearth acts as a fire pit drawing inhabitants in to gather around the flames. Crank open the wall of windows and the room transforms into an open-air pavilion that expands out to an outdoor terrace. The interior utilizes salvaged materials while concrete blocks form a rugged facade on the exterior to combat the harsh climate. Aside from its great aesthetics, the home is also completely self-sufficient.

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North Avoca Studio

Floating over a hillside on the coast of Australia, the North Avoca Studio seems to defy the laws of physics. Although, upon further examination, the structure is actually the result of ingenious engineering. The simple cube is propped up off the terrain by a series of reinforced stilts. Dark corrugated cladding intensifies the exterior's modern profile. Its open floor plan acts as both an office and entertainment space, serving as a flex room for the main house above. While the entire unit is powered by solar panels, a wall of glass illuminates the interior with natural light during the day. The glazing slides open to allow in the coastal breeze while also leading to a balcony overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Photos: Keith McInnes Photography / Matt Thitchener Architecture

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Five Element House

Perched on a hilltop overlooking India's Pavana Lake, the Five Element House is a direct response to the pristine landscape. The fort-like structure is comprised of a series of volumes organized around a central courtyard. Its wintergreen facade references the earth, helping to blend the exterior into its surroundings. The interior is a further tribute to nature with a material palette of stone, teak, terracotta, and exposed brick. Private spaces are dispersed throughout the units with the main living area at the center. Each one is fitted with vast expansive of glazing, saturating every room with unreal views while also drawing inhabitants out to the cantilevered pool.

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Molesworth Street House

Occupying a narrow lot in Kew, Australia, the Molesworth Street House transforms an Edwardian period home into a modern marvel. The location of the existing house was plagued with obstacles, setting the stage for a long extension. Utilizing the original structure's entrance hallway, the new construction expands through the slim lot. The new addition offers a statement staircase and wine wall, an internal light court, and a main living area in the rear fitted with contemporary styling and sleek clean lines. Rotating screens open to expose panels of glass that fill the tunnel-like volume with natural light while bi-fold doors open to a backyard terrace.

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Off-Grid Guest House

Overlooking a ranch on the coast of California, the Off-Grid Guest House preserves the integrity of the natural surroundings with an integrated design. The home was built with the setting in mind. Not just how to capture the best views, but also how to maintain its original appearance. Rather than perching the modern structure on the hilltop, the dwelling instead slides into the ridge. Its flat roof is covered in native greens, blending the exterior into the rolling landscape. The dwelling itself is constructed from sustainable materials and operates independently providing its own water, sewage treatment, and photovoltaic system. Up entry, the interior is encased in floor-to-ceiling gazing. Highlighting expansive views across the pastures and to the ocean, the translucent facade allows its inhabitants to appreciate the scenery they so desired to protect.

Photos: Erin Feinblatt / Anacapa Architecture

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Villa G

Occupying a wooded plot on the coast of an island in Sweden, Villa G uses an unconventional design to take advantage of the seaward views. The home replaces a summer house built on the property in the 1960s. The new construction is made from a trio of diamond-shaped volumes, giving the structure a unique bat-like form. Its black timber exterior pays homage the site's original Scandinavian cottage. In a stark contrast, the interior is bright and airy. The polished concrete floor and whitewashed walls act as a backdrop for vibrant pops of color from the collection of furniture. Along the western side, the internal contours are fitted with panels of glass, offering expansive views of the Baltic Sea.

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Chameleon Villa

Just as its name implies, the Chameleon Villa disguises itself to blend into the lush Bali landscape. The home is built on a steep slope. Its concrete facade emerges from the mountainside like an ancient temple. Draped in greenery, its clean lines fade away. The interior draws inspiration from traditional Balinese architecture, comprising itself of multiple pavilions. Each one houses a different function, allowing them to flow freely or be closed off as desired. To further immerse the structure in the natural setting, floor-to-ceiling glazing lets in views of the surrounding forest in while also drawing guest out to a series of balconies and terraces.

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Gibraltar Skywalk

Built atop a WWII-era military platform, the Gibraltar Skywalk takes full advantage of its unique position. It sits just north of O'Hara's Battery — the highest point on the Rock of Gibraltar — and repurposes the octagonal concrete gun base as seating. Below, a 2.5-meter-wide glazed walkway cantilevers out over the steeply dropping Rock, providing outstanding views of Europe, Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Atlantic.

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Gounod House

Originally built in the 1920s, the Gounod House is the reinvention of a Montreal duplex. The structure begins its second life as a single family home. Its authentic brick facade was completely restored, maintaining the exterior's historic character. A black metal extension to the top provides a contemporary counterpoint while making room for a rooftop terrace. Internally, bright, open spaces are washed in natural light. Modern finishes and white walls marry with warm walnut accents to create an overall atmosphere that is both fresh and inviting.

Photos: Francis Pelletier / Appareil Architecture

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Oak Pass Main House

Hidden in a hillside and covered with a blanket of edible herbs, the Oak Pass Main House becomes a part of the native landscape. The home is located in Beverly Hills on a piece of land dotted with 130 Coast Live Oaks. Although it's comprised of nearly 8,000 square feet, the structure maintains a relatively modest appearance by sliding its ground level into the terrain. The interior doesn't conform to traditional layouts, placing the bedrooms on the first floor and the main living spaces above. Encased in glazing, the entire story opens out to a 75-foot infinity swimming pool that slyly flows below the branches of the property's largest tree.

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Forty-One Oaks House

Taking its name from the trees that dot the property, Forty-One Oaks House is inspired by its old-growth neighbors. The structure is comprised of a series of glass and steel pavilions. Its glazed facade allows for constant views of the surrounding landscape, blurring the lines between the interior and the outdoors. Rich wood floors and concrete walls define the material palette, a combination that is both warm and modern. While most of the house is immersed in the scenery, the strongest connection to nature is in the dining area. The glass-encased room cantilevers out towards the forest enveloping inhabitants in the natural setting.

Photos: Steve Goldband / Field Architecture

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Bach Family House

Like a modern campsite, a small group of timber buildings forms the Bach Family House. The rural retreat is situated on a small plot in Hanmer Springs, New Zealand. The three timber cabins are organized around a central terrace with the largest one containing the main living area as well as a kitchen, bedroom, and utility area while additional sleeping quarters and a kitchenette are housed next door. The tower-like volume stores firewood in the bottom level and bunkhouse above. All of the structures have direct access to the communal patio. Featuring a dining table and fire pit looking out onto Hanmer Plain and the Tekoa Range, the outdoor space acts as a gathering spot for extended family visits.

Photos: Stephen Goodenough / Cymon Allfrey Architects

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Casa Gozu

Mimicking the folds in the mountainous backdrop, the Casa Gozu blends into the Colombian landscape with a palette of stone, metal, and wood. The home is comprised of two wings joined by a glazed walkway. Taking on a V-shape, the common areas face the east while the private rooms look toward the west. The natural palette finds its way into the interior where the addition of floor-to-ceiling windows creates a constant connection with the surrounding scenery. Externally, multiple terraces create outdoor living spaces to take in views of the valley below.

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