Sited on a grassy pond front, House Bras masterfully complements its natural surroundings. The modern home hides its clean lines with a facade made from stone slabs that blend into the scenery. A winding layout creates a series of inner courtyards and gardens. Internally, the dwelling is divided into three wings — the first hosts a sauna and swimming pool, the main living area is housed in the second, and lastly a music room overlooking the pond. All of the zones are share a bright, airy atmosphere accented by a dark larch veneer. To balance the interior's stark minimalism, expansive glazing allows in views of the verdant landscapes.

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Winnwood House

Enveloped in dense landscapes, the Winnwood House immerses itself in its natural surroundings from the inside out. The dwelling is located outside of Dallas and is situated adjacent to a conservation project funded by the Texas Parks & Wildlife and the US Dept. of Interior. Its unassuming black plaster exterior is planted with limbing Boston Ivy. Over time, the facade will be consumed by the vines and fade into its natural environment. In contrast, a bright, white interior creates an airy atmosphere on the interior. Large voids break up the monochromatic palette with views of the verdant scenery, including the neighboring conservation park. Equipped with a geothermal heat pump, roof-mounted solar array, and a rainwater harvesting system, the energy-positive residence has earned a LEED Platinum certification.

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Casa KDDK

Southern Chile's harsh climate brings extended periods of rain and cold temperatures but what it lacks in sunshine, it makes up for in rugged landscapes. Casa KDDK is no exception. Its site is enveloped in lush, green meadows and dense forests. To take advantage of the views, the zinc-clad dwelling is sited on the property's highest point, also allowing the home to attract the largest amount of natural light. These incoming rays are brought into the interior through expansive glazing and when combined with an all-white palette, create a light, airy atmosphere even in the darker, dreary seasons. The transparent facade also keeps the interior connected to the scenery year-round while iron and glass screens fold open to allow for a summer terrace in the warmer months.

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Project O Cabins

After purchasing a previously uninhabited island in the Finnish Archipelago National Park, designers Aleksi Hautamaki and Milla Selkimaki began work on their rugged retreat. Project O — named for the Swedish term for island — is a pair of self-sustaining timber cabins sited on a rocky outcropping. Housing the main living spaces in one unit and a workshop and saun in the other, the shelters are powered by solar panels on the roof and utilize the surrounding sea to supply water for drainage, sinks, and toilets. Hot water, as well as heating for the floors, are sourced from the sauna's stove. Compact interiors and a minimal aesthetic help keep the focus on the coastal landscape.

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St. Andrews Beach Villa

Built along the sandy shores of the Mornington Peninsula, the St. Andrews Beach Villa has been a 20-year process. The first phase began in 1999 with a modest seaside shack. After the completion of the third stage, the dwelling now consists of five bedrooms, a glasshouse, a lap pool, and cabana. The passing time hasn't just seen the expansion of the home's footprint, but also the evolution of its materials. Wooden screens and metal cladding have developed a weathered finish, allowing the facade to become a part of the natural landscape. The interior balances out a palette rusty metal linings and reclaimed timber with a mixture of contemporary finishes while south-facing glazing affords expansive coastal vistas.

Photos: Trevor Mein / Woods Bagot

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Sooke House

Inspired by the neighboring fir, spruce, and cedars, the Sooke House complements the rugged scenery with an organic design. The dwelling sits on a rocky outcropping overlooking the ocean. Clad in black metal and timber, it takes on an abstract form to keep the natural terrain intact. Internally, a single concrete column emerges from the floor, resembling the surrounding tree trucks while wooden slats on the ceiling recreate the conifer branches of the forest canopy. To further emphasize the immersive experience, large glazed panels in each room capture unique views of the forest, mountains, and sea.

Photos: Ema Peter / Campos Studio

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Black Body Mountain Shelter

Placed just below the summit of Dormillouse, the Black Body Mountain Shelter provides refuge for passing mountaineers. The hexagonal volume features a metal facade with a dark finish that stands out against the sea of verdant hillsides. A swiss pine interior offers a warm welcome for passing climbers and offers a table at the center and tiered platforms on either end for seating and sleeping. Flanked by two large panes of glass, its geometric form works like a telescope, keeping the focus on the summit while hikers recharge.

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The Movember Foundation has been raising money for men's physical and mental health issues since 2003, using the power of community to help spread awareness. Now they're teaming with Swiss watchmaker Oris and Yankees manager Aaron Boone — someone who knows a thing or two about the power of a team — on the Movember Edition watch. Based on Oris' iconic Chronoris model, it has a 39mm stainless steel case and a black dial with rose gold-plated hour and minute hands. It also features an orange second hand, and white indices that come together to create a pleasing vintage feel. An Oris 733 automatic movement powers the timepiece, which arrives on either a brown leather strap with a Movember signature mustache imprint or a stainless steel bracelet. It's packaged in a special presentation box with a leather travel pouch and a more casual red and white NATO fabric strap — a perfect bonus for those who know the importance of getting out and spending time in their community.

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Meadow Dance House

Drawing inspiration from the region's stone buildings and grassy marshlands, the Meadow Dance House is a modern ode to its native Ireland. The dwelling is comprised of two stack structures. Its ground floor is clad in a mixture of local yellow sandstone and grey limestone and houses the interior's main living space. Perched above the tall grasses, the second story is covered in planks of oak and beech wood, mimicking the colors of the surrounding fields. The intersecting volumes create a double-height parlor space that leads up to the bedrooms. Floating above the meadow, the master caps the upper level and features a glass facade to catch views of the bog in the distance.

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Hood River House

Between the orchards, vineyards, and an extinct volcano, the Hood River Valley is saturated with stunning landscapes, and the Hood River House has eyes on them all. The home is propped up above the scenery on a forested hillside. To ensure the views are visible in every room, the dwelling takes on a horizontal design. The rectilinear form is divided into two structures, both sitting below a single roof. Cast concrete walls provide protection from the wind and elements while timber framing adds rustic warmth to the dwelling's contemporary aesthetic. Also included in the material palette is a glass facade. Although the north-facing glazing brings in the sweeping vistas for the interior, a central terrace allows for unobstructed views of Mount Adams in the distance.

Photos: Peter Eckert / Scott Edwards Architecture

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Villa Neo

Placed in a forest in Hamburg, Germany, the Villa Neo brings a sculptural contrast to its natural surroundings. The main form is made from two intersecting concrete rectangles. Its L-shape is resting on a glass foundation wrapped in steel beams. Internally, exposes concrete walls create a minimalist aesthetic that's complemented by sleek, contemporary fixtures and modern furnishings. The monolithic barriers are only interrupted by expansive glazed panels, offering both natural light and views of the vibrant verdant landscape.

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Kistefos Twist Bridge

For their first project in Norway, BIG has completed the Kistefos Twist Bridge. The structure is suspended over the Randselva river in northern Europe's largest sculpture park. Its aluminum exterior looks like an art piece that belongs among the garden's installations. As the name implies, the structure twists 90 degrees at its center, creating the illusion of being inside a camera shutter. While it functions as a walkway across the water, the interior doubles as a museum. Full-heigh glazing flank the interior to provide expansive views of the riverbank and the pulp mill. As the windows reach the spiral, they become skylights washing the internal gallery space in natural light.

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Bishops Hill Encampment

Situated on an inlet overlooking the water, the Bishops Hill Encampment is a relaxed retreat on the Tawharanui Peninsula. The site consists of a pair of compact cabins placed on a grassy incline. Their timber facades complement the rural scenery while wooden shutters immerse the interiors in the surrounding landscape. The vintage aesthetic of the natural-oiled cladding intertwined with the open-air atmosphere work together to create a sense of old-style camping.

Photos: Simon Wilson / Fearon Hay Architects

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NZ House

In an effort to become carbon neutral, the city of Phoenix held a contest to design a near net-zero energy family home. The winner was the NZ House and now they've made plans available to anyone who's interested. Designed by Marlene Imirzian & Associates Architects, the dwelling takes inspiration from 1950's case study homes with its clean, mid-century modern exterior. Its 2,185-square-foot features three-bedrooms and spacious living areas. To combat the desert temps, insulation, high-performance glass, a solar chimney, and retractable window screens help earn its low energy rating. While the plans won't cost you anything, a completed structure will run around $344,000.

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Cultureplex Manchester

Housed in a former railway warehouse, Cultureplex Manchester reimagines the idea of a community center for a modern city. The cultural complex can be found in Manchester's Northern Quarter and will draw in residents with its upscale amenities and revolving events. It offers an 80-seat eatery head by local restaurant Bistrotheque, along with a lounge featuring a coffee counter serving lighter fare and cocktails. Inspired by the city's libraries, the communal space injects the building's industrial cell with warm woods and mid-century modern style furnishings. The hub also includes a mini cinema playing vintage and current flicks, three event spaces for private gatherings, and a venue for music and art.

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Shooting Star House

Sited at the base of the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the Shooting Star House is an 8,650-square-foot Wyoming vacation home. The exterior's modern form is offset by local stone, reclaimed barn wood, and cedar shingles, offering a natural complement to the rugged scenery. A glazed entry leads to two wings. A bunk room, utility room, guests suits, and a ski locker are housed in the North side, leaving the main living spaces, a cocktail room, office, and master suite to make up the South wing. Throughout the interior, contemporary furnishings, bold graphic textiles, and geometric fixtures tie in with an organic palette of concrete, stone, and timber. Expansive glazing brings the outdoors in while exterior living spaces are immersed in views of the surrounding valley, woodlands, and the Teton Mountain Range in the distance.

Photos: Paul Dyer / Blaze Makoid Architecture

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Named after the city in Connecticut where it all began, Timex pays homage to its roots with the Waterbury Automatic Watch. Its classic styling is comprised of a 40 mm stainless steel case with black dial and matching croco-pattern leather strap. While the aesthetic is traditional, the previous chronographic movement has been replaced with a 21-jewel automatic tick for more accurate timekeeping. The movement also doubles as an art piece, displayed by the exhibition case back.

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Austin Dream Garage

If you thought Cameron's dad had it all, think again. The Austin Dream Garage takes Mr. Frye's Chicago abode and amplifies it to create the ultimate car pavilion. The three-story structure takes cues from Ferris Bueller's Day Off with a modernist glazed facade and an elevated '80s aesthetic. Aside from the exotic rides, its interior includes a state-of-the-art sound system, red leather furnishings, geometric carpets, and custom neon while a car lift safely transports rare BMWs and Porsches between floors. Although one 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder is noticeable absent, this multi-million dollar collection includes enough horsepower to get any gear head's heart racing.

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Confluence House

Overlooking a river basin in Montana, the Confluence House interprets its rugged surroundings in a modern context. The dwelling is sited in a clearing on a small hilltop and is comprised of three buildings — the main home, a guest house, and a workshop. The three structures meet at a central courtyard where a covered terrace affords striking valley vistas. Surrounded by the Rocky Mountains and dense forests, its exterior complements the natural scenery with a timber and stone facade while their sleek, flat roofs mirror the prairie's vast grasslands. Internally, natural materials and expansive glazing continue to merge the residence with the pristine scenery.

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Loch Eight House

The Loch Eight House is a gravity-defying design from Antony Gibbon. Inspired by traditional floating homes and villages, the stone and glass dwelling hovers over a glass lake. Its tranquil appearance is created by two, flat concrete planes resting on the surface of the water. Stone walls prop up the slabs while floor-to-ceiling glazing gives the structure a sense of weightlessness. Internally, rooms are organized in an L-shape where accents of wood, concrete, and immersive views of the natural surroundings through the translucent facade create a calming, minimalist atmosphere.

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Straume Weekend House

After a storm washed away a deserted warehouse, the structure was replaced with the Straume Weekend House. The timber-clad home is situated on a rocky outcropping on the coast of Remøya in Norway. Sharing the same footprint as the original, It was constructed entirely off-site and consists of seven steel frames. When vacant, the building takes on an unassuming form, with wooden shutters closing off the interior. The coverings slide open when the home is in use, revealing glazed panels and exposing fjord views to the interior.

Photos: Inger Marie Grini, Hans Olav Hasund / Knut Hjeltnes

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Powerhouse Brattorkaia

Overlooking the Trondheim Fjord, the Powerhouse Brattorkaia is the world's northernmost energy-positive structure. The office building is clad in black aluminum and 3,000-square-metres of solar panels. Its position, facade, and pentagonal roof were carefully designed to collect the maximum amount of solar energy possible, allowing it to produce more than twice as much electricity as it consumes daily. With the excess clean energy going to a local micro-grid to power buildings, electric buses, cars, and boats, the building doubles as a miniature power plant. Its interior also aids in the overall efficiency with proper insulation, smart air-flow solutions, heat recovery systems, and minimal use of artificial light.

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Pingjiang Homey Wild Luxury Hotel

Situated on a mountaintop, the Pingjiang Homey Wild Luxury Hotel overlooks the rivers, mountains, and bamboo forests of China. The Eagle Rock Cliffs project completes the resort's third phase with three new additions — the Dinghui, Yanshang, and Ziyahui. Each building is inserted throughout the rocky terrain, using materials and the existing topography to organically integrate themselves into the natural environment. The Dinghui curves around a natural plain and houses guests suites capped by an infinity swimming pool. The Yanshang is sited on a small hilltop and offers additional rooms and a rooftop wading pool while the Ziyahui is a venue for events. Featuring expansive glazing, terraces, and viewing platforms, every structure is fully immersed in the pristine landscapes.

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Holmsland Dune House

Perched above the rolling landscape, the Holmsland Dune House is a remote retreat on the coast of Denmark. The cross-formed structure is elevated off the ground, cantilevering in the four cardinal directions — north, south, east, and west — while the introduction of light becomes the fifth. The changing angles of incoming rays along with views of the wind-swept landscape allow for altered scenes to be viewed from the expansive glazing. The effect creates a cinematic experience throughout the interior inspired by the Roman Polanski film The Ghostwriter.

Photos: Studio Viktor Sørless

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Lunark Moon Habitat

In 2024, humans will return to the moon. SAGA Space Architects wants to colonize our satellite with their Lunark Moon Habitat. To test the domains readiness, its creators Sebastian Aristotelis and Karl-Johan Sørensen are looking to put the potential lunar dwelling through its paces by placing it in Earth's most extreme environment — Northern Greenland. Like the moon, the arctic region has long periods of sunlight, a vast landscape, and harsh temperatures below 30 degrees, allowing the team to get an authentic simulation of living on the Moon. The three-month expedition will allow the pair to test the pod's solar panel skin and zero wast ecosystem as well as its ability to withstand alien polar bears. The mission will start in April of 2020.

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Casa Ry

Casa Ry reimagines the traditional farmhouse aesthetic into a refined countryside dwelling. The home is comprised of three individual buildings — the house, a workshop, and a barn for their pet falcons. Free of any unnecessary elements, its clean lines and a uniform cedar facade give the exterior a sleek, minimal appearance. At the same time, sliding barn doors and a metal roof are a nod to its traditional agrarian inspiration. The structures are organized around a central courtyard. Each one opens out to the outdoor area where Corten planters create a garden space among the concrete pathway. Its interior runs linear with the kitchen, living room, and dining area in the center, capped by two bedrooms on either end. Smoked oak walls divide the spaces while polished concrete flood run throughout. To remind inhabitants of the rural surroundings, floor-to-ceiling walls of glass flank the interior, revealing the courtyard on one side and the Danish countryside on the other.

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Borden Park Natural Swimming Pool

Borden Park has served the Edmonton community for over a century. While the grounds have hosted a pool since 1924, the recent update gives Canada its first chemical-free public swimming facility. The basins use a combination of natural filters that include stone, gravel, and sand along with an ecosystem of plants and microorganisms to create living water. Comprised of a children's pool, a deep pool, a sandy beach, and picnic areas, the recreation pavilion is contained by dark limestone gabions. These rocky barries also form a pool house that includes outdoor showers and changing rooms. While its low profile resembles the site's existing mid-century buildings, it also allows for views of the tree canopies above, enhancing the experience of swimming in the middle of nature.

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Shark House

Breaking away from the traditional suburban box, the Shark House is an asymmetrical dwelling in New Zealand. The exterior takes queues from European supercars — the Maserati in particular — using overlapping angles to create the illusion of a building in motion. Its clean lines are covered in dark seamed steel while a timber grill on the upper level breaks up the monochromatic exterior. The interior radiates a surprisingly warm atmosphere with rich wood tones and textured concrete walls resemble the grain of the exterior's wood screens. The facade's stark details still make their way in through a suspended black steel staircase, reemphasizing the home's strong sculptural presence.

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Dallas Apartment

Rising 18 stories above the city, the Dallas Apartment occupies an entire floor of the Museum Tower building. The 8,870-square-foot dwelling utilizes its oval shape by placing its living spaces at its center and wrapping them in walls of floor-to-ceiling windows. While the interior is expansive, a network of corridors creates an intimate configuration of rooms as well as an open kitchen, dining, and living area. Exposed steel beams, terrazzo floors, and custom fixtures designed by Tom Kundig establish the interior's industrial atmosphere while warm walnut casework and the vibrant red bar hidden behind a hand-cranked, blackened steel wall offer a slight contrast to the shadowy palette. The aesthetic is complemented by an urban backdrop created by the envelope of extensive city views.

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Skyscape Rooftop House

Built on the rooftop of a five-story apartment building in Bangkok, the Skyscape Rooftop House makes use of wasted space with impressive results. The minimalist dwelling features a clean, rectangular form and a low profile. Balau wood planks clad nearly the entire interior for a warm, cohesive atmosphere while a wall of floor-to-ceiling glazing creates a borderless effect. A gird layout divides the living spaces into six rooms, all organized around a central courtyard. Private areas are hidden from the road in the rear of the home and the common areas are located behind the glass facade to enjoy panoramic vistas of the Lat Phrao district.

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Hawthorn House

Situated in the suburbs of Melbourne, the Hawthorn House isn't enveloped in expansive landscapes but it is neighbored by three mature trees. To focus on the existing vegetation and the exterior garden, arch cutouts frame in the lush views. The remainder of the home is wrapped in a thick concrete shell, a contrast to the verdant surroundings. Its shell was formed on-site using rough-hewn Oregon timber, giving the facade a unique texture. The boards were then repurposed as fencing around the property. Exposed concrete on the interior creates a minimalist aesthetic while the addition of Blackbutt in the ceiling and cabinets along with verdant vistas from the glazing add a warm sense of sanctuary to the monolithic living spaces.

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