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The Australian Home Designed Around Valley Views

June 2, 2026

Perched above the Murmungee Escarpment near Beechworth, Eyrie Residence captures sweeping views of the Victorian Alps through architecture designed around its spectacular hilltop setting.

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A Slate-Clad House That Blends Warm Timber and Modern Design

June 2, 2026

Black Spanish slate shingles and warm Iron Ash timber combine to create a striking Melbourne home with a modern yet inviting exterior.

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This Valencia Restaurant Recreates a Beach Sunset Indoors

June 1, 2026

A dramatic half-moon screen programmed by Vitamin Studio recreates the changing colors of a sunset throughout dinner service. The immersive lighting installation turns Baovan into a restaurant where the atmosphere evolves as guests dine.

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This Scottish Cottage Extension Uses a Wrap-Around Window Seat to Frame the Garden

June 1, 2026

The standout feature of Origami House is its custom Douglas fir window seat. Wrapping around the extension in a generous U-shape, the built-in bench frames garden views, extends into the dining area, and continues toward the kitchen cabinetry.

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Outward-Leaning Windows Emphasize The Mountain Views At This Utah House

May 31, 2026

Quarry House by RKD Architects in Park City, Utah, is made up of three connected pods, each featuring a curved, outward-leaning glass wall that frames sweeping views of the Wasatch Mountains. Limestone walls, steel structure, and bold architectural forms give the home a striking presence within the landscape.

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A Micro Apartment Where Every Function Disappears Behind Wood Panels

May 31, 2026

Hidden within custom wood cabinetry, a fold-down bed transforms this compact studio from living space to bedroom in seconds while revealing integrated shelving.

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