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Divcibare Mountain Home

Located near the tourist resort Divčibare in Western Serbia, the Divcibare Mountain Home was built into the hillside to minimize disturbance to the site. The two volumes of the home create quite the dichotomy, as one half is covered with white ceramic tiles, while the other sports dark timber shingles sourced from a local forest. The light half of the home opens up thanks to a large picture window, looking out to a sea of pine trees and mountains. The dark half contains the bedroom and bath with a nod to traditional mountain architecture. A beautiful merging of traditional and contemporary styles placed neatly in the perfect natural environment.

  • Arca Guest House

    Set near a waterfall in the heart of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, the Arca Guest House is an ideal getaway for those in need of some nature. Large walls of glass provide outstanding views of the surrounding vegetation and let in plenty of light, while you remain protected from the elements under the Galvalume roof. The home has room for two couples and their kids, with a fully-equipped kitchen, bathroom, and an open space that can serve as either a living room or workspace, making it a good place to both relax and get some work done.

    Photos: Atelier Marko Brajovic

  • Pump House

    Originally conceived as storage for a water pump and various equipment, the Pump House retained its ruggedness even as it gained utility. Its setting near a lake in rural Victoria, Australia provided the impetus for fully-glazed front and rear walls that open onto modest decks. The floor plan includes an open living room and kitchen, cut off from the bedroom and studio by a bathroom, and while the interior is clad in unfinished plywood and timber, the exterior is wrapped in panels of black, corrugated iron. A wood burner provides heat, solar panels provide power, and collection tanks provide water, making this escape minimal not only in design, but in environmental impact.

    Photos: Branch Studio Architects / Lakshal Perera