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How Architects Flipped the Traditional Home Layout in This Quebec Residence

June 17, 2026

Clad in black metal and wood, the house embraces a simple architectural form while taking full advantage of its elevated position above Lac Marois. The design is intentionally understated from a distance, but as you move through the spaces, a series of warm, light-filled interiors begin to unfold.

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Inside a Johannesburg Home Wrapped in Folding Metal Screens

June 17, 2026

Perforated aluminum screens, water features, sculpture, and hidden lighting combine to create a dramatic entrance to this modern Johannesburg home.

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How Ben Callery Architects Brought Light Into a Narrow Heritage Home

June 16, 2026

A built-in bench beneath a large sliding window creates the perfect spot to enjoy the courtyard while connecting indoor and outdoor living.

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A Victorian Home in West London Updated With a Light-Filled Glass Extension

June 16, 2026

Discover a Victorian home in West London transformed by Finkernagel Ross with a contemporary glass extension that fills the interior with sunlight and opens beautifully to the garden.

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A Five-Level Vietnam House Filled With Light, Plants, and Open Spaces

June 15, 2026

Take a tour of this modern Vietnam home by 85 Design, where a narrow 5x20m site has been transformed into a bright five-level family residence filled with natural light and greenery.

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Inside a Brazilian Apartment Where a Hidden Wall Conceals the Kitchen and Home Office

June 15, 2026

Discover how a striking white feature wall transforms this São Paulo apartment, hiding a home office and kitchen behind sleek sliding pocket doors while maintaining a clean, modern look.

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