Architecture | CONTEMPORIST

Above the Ground, Among the Leaves: A Modest Prefab Timber Home in the Trees

June 18, 2025

A timber-framed bushland retreat that feels both grounded and elevated, this modest home was assembled like a Meccano set to sit gently among the trees.

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A Serene Costa Rican Retreat That Touches the Treetops

June 17, 2025

A stone, wood, and glass clad jungle bungalow in Costa Rica blends effortlessly into its forest surroundings.

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A Clubhouse That Grows from the Landscape

June 15, 2025

This concrete shell of this modern club house does double duty: it acts as both the building’s structure and surface, minimizing visual clutter and material use. The result is a continuous architectural form that feels quiet yet confident, merging seamlessly with its environment while inviting people to explore, gather, and linger.

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This Home’s Courtyard Uses a Circular Cut-Out to Invite Light and Sky In

June 13, 2025

A defining feature of the rear of this remodeled home is a courtyard with a large circular cut-out overhead, a bold geometric move that invites sky views and dappled sunlight into the space below. Positioned above the outdoor dining area, the cut-out frames the moment, turning the patio into more than just a transitional space.

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A Sculptural Facade Hides One Of This City’s Most Tranquil Stays

June 13, 2025

Inside the reception, warm reclaimed timber and natural light create a welcoming space that reflects the hostel’s connection to local artisans and heritage.

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What Was Once a Cow Shed Is Now a Gorgeous Barn Home

June 12, 2025

This cowshed was transformed into a two bedroom home that kept some of the original features.

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