Luxurious YTL Residence in Kuala Lumpur

A breathtaking study of contrasts between the inside and outside,the YTL Residence in Kuala Lumpur blends the traditional with the ultra-modern and the natural scenery in the most stylish way. Designed together by the creative folks from Agence Jouin Manku from Paris and YTL Design Group from Kuala Lumpur, the lavish house was commissioned for a uber-wealthy Malaysian family. With state of the art technology, contemporary furniture and exquisite furnishings, the residence is the ultimate expression of influence and power. Definitely in love with the outside pool, the green surroundings or the minimalist living room. – via

Modern Eco Friendly Tree House by Standard

Standard, an L.A.-based architecture firm has projected this modern eco friendly tree house, a 167 m2 concrete and wood passive solar house located on the top of a hillside in Los Angeles. This house responds to its site and the city through its transparent southern exposure. A large ash tree literally envelopes the house, creating a microclimate to which the project responds. The house employs passive solar design and other low tech methods of climate control even as the open south elevation allows panoramic views of the Los Angeles basin. A partially concealed post and beam structure modulates the exterior and allows openings to span from floor to ceiling.

The second floor bears on thin stainless steel columns and cantilevers over a concrete deck, which in turn cantilevers over the slope. The horizontal layering of the roof and floors extends the interior and engages the space under the tree. The strong horizontal projections also provide visual balance to the immense trunk and limbs. Redwood siding clads the overhangs and defines the transition between the inside and out.

The horizontal layering of the roof and floors extends the interior and engages the space under the tree. The strong horizontal projections also provide visual balance to the immense trunk and limbs. Redwood siding clads the overhangs and defines the transition between the inside and out.

The Eyelid Minimalist House by Fiona Winzar Architects

Designed by Fiona Winzar Architects, This minimalist homes design ‘The Eyelid Minimalist House’ transformed by the architects into a contemporary residence from the previous typical Victorian terrace home. The eyelid house was designed for a family of five located in South Yarra Melbourne, Australia.

The starting point for this project was a typical single fronted Victorian terrace, pokey and dark. Transforming it into a generous, light-filled open plan, three-bedroom, two-bathroom house was the challenge. The three-bedroom home has a very light filled interior. to add privacy, the architects created the roof extension that is shaped to mimic an eyelid, shielding the back façade from neighbours while still allowing light to enter. while the sharp angles of the extension are very modern, the clients also wanted to incorporate more decorative elements such as stained glass in a number of areas to keep the home relaxed.

The materials used to build the new home were chosen to maximize sustainability and cost effectivness. in addition a rain water collection system was installed along with solar hot water and gas heating.

Edge House in Cracow Poland by Mobius Architects

The Edge House is an interesting architectural homes design projected by Poland-based Mobius Architects sites on a limestone hillside in Cracow, Poland. This unusual shape homes design is currently being built in Cracow and expected to be completed at the end of the year. The ‘Edge House’ is an awkwardly steep and slanted design that mimics the elevation of the hill. I don’t know what it would be like to stand inside the house, but the design is certainly unusual and creative.

Black House - Modern Japanese Homes - Kouichi Kimura Architects

Japanese based Koichi Kimura Architects has projected this modern architectural homes design “Black House” that featurers a black exterior design and a contrasting white courtyard. This modern japanese homes design features minimalist design inside and outside with some rooms light and dark on the other creating a full contrasts that make its look very modern and interesting.

The Camouflage House - Johnsen Schmaling Architects

Designed by Johnsen Schmaling Architects, This private residence “Camouflage House” is located on a steep lake bluff, its narrow, linear volume nestled into the hillside in Green Lake, Wisconsin. Approaching the house from the rugged access road weaving through the site’s heavily wooded plateau, the building’s faint, low-slung silhouette virtually disappears in the surrounding vegetation. With its simple plan, restraint use of materials, and precise detailing, the camouflage house achieves an elegant clarity and a rustic warmth that nevertheless avoids bucolic sentimentality.

The entire entry level of the Camouflage House is clad with clear-sealed MDF panels, held apart by reveals that accentuate the strict structural rhythm of the house and align with the exposed engineered wood beams above. Exposed integrally colored concrete floors throughout the house complement the warmth of the MDF walls, as does a three-sided CorTen steel-clad fireplace forming the focal point of the open living hall. Throughout the house, sustainable materials were specified, such as low-VOC paints, recycled products, native woods, and high-performance glazing.

The camouflage house was designed to minimize energy consumption. The efficient spatial layout of the program ensured a smaller building volume than expected. The narrow footprint allows daylight to penetrate the building throughout the day, thereby virtually eliminating the need for artificial illumination. Likewise, the narrow building volume facilitates effective cross-ventilation, harvesting the lake’s cool breezes.

Mountaineous Inclined House by Nunatak Architectes

Designed by Nunatak Architectes, this amazingly unique house is located in a picturesque valley of Switzerland. Inspired by a mountain, this house is like a huge inclined block – sloping roofs epitomize mountain slopes and the lovely grey color of the house blends in perfectly with the hilly terrain. The most interesting thing is that some walls are made of simple stones that simply gives the entire house a more “eco-friendly” feel. A must-have for those who are looking for a quite getaway from the hectic city life.