MODERN HOUSE DESIGNS

Riverfront Architecture – Contemporary Concrete House Overlooking River Views

With a modern simplicity about it, this contemporary riverfront architecture designed by Portugal-based firm Correia/Ragazzi Aquitectos, is as noted for its design as it is for its view. The award-winning Casa no Geres house design, located in Peneda-Geras National Park in northern Portugal, is part concealed within the hillside, and part precariously cantilevered out over the Cevado River rushing below. The clients gave architect Gracia Correia and her new Italian partner, Roberto Ragazzi, carte blanche to design the riverfront home on its 5,000m2 site, with only two strict criteria – that no trees would be cut in the home’s execution, and that it would be made of concrete. From the outside, the resulting 60m2 house is simple, almost utilitarian, with few frills. Inside is another story, where an open concept layout and stylish simplicity complements the real star of the show – the view! Glass walls on either side of the structure invite nature in, while a living area at the end of the home concludes the program with a glazed wall framing views of the river valley. Correia/Ragazzi Aquitectos
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6 Mar 2010 | Concrete Homes | Comments (0)

Concrete Home Designs - minimalist in Germany

This concrete home design by Atelier ST is located on an urban block of Zwickau, Germany, built on a hillside overlooking the river below. The contemporary, cubic facade of concrete and glass stands in sharp contrast to the surrounding traditional homes, but is the perfect prologue to its ultra-modern minimalist interiors, where a chic white palette is punctuated by pockets of hot red and natural hardwood. Wide windows flood the living spaces with light, further enhancing their sense of space and openness. The open-concept floor plan offers an easy flow from room to room, but the layout of the home allows for privacy, in spite of its openness. An elegant staircase leads from the foyer to the upper landing, where a semi wall lets you overlook the entrance below. Atelier ST
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27 Feb 2010 | Concrete Homes | Comments (0)

Cliff House Design in Galicia, Spain

Spanish architecture firm A-cero designed this ultra-contemporary concrete and glass house in Galicia, Spain. This modern cliff house design can be described as a series of layers, which are organized along a steep slope with wonderful views in every direction. To maximize on its spectacular surroundings, the house was designed with glass walls stretching between its massive concrete blocks. A travertine skin covers the exterior walls and in some cases, the interior, providing a chic contrast to the dark wood floors. The basement level, built into the hillside, boasts the bedrooms and bathrooms, a gym and parking garage. The main floor is an open-concept space occupied by a terrace and solarium. Three living levels are connected via a central staircase leading to a glass floor corridor at the top floor. Throughout the home, simplicity is an important part of a minimalist design where you’ll notice the lack of interior walls, beams, and even knobs and handles. A-cero.

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5 Feb 2010 | Concrete Homes | Comments (0)

Amazing Concrete House Plan for a Rustic Forest Home in Argentina

Argentina’s BAK Architects created this rustic style concrete house plan deep in the forest or Mar Azul, Argentina. A sandy dune beach, dense wooded surroundings and a sloped lot created a challenging landscape on which to design and build a home, but these characteristics are also what distinguish this oddly beautiful location. This cool, contemporary concrete house is like a jagged rock, breaking its way through the rough terrain, with its many windows glowing by night. The obtusely angled walls denote sheets of rock, layered with large glass walls to naturally brighten every corner of these cave-like interiors. Finishes and furnishings are very rustic, in keeping with the forest-cave-den feel. Concrete walls, ceilings and floors are raw and textural element, bringing the outdoors in. BAK Architects
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photo credits: Gustavo Sosa Pinilla and Daniela Mac Adden

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31 Jan 2010 | Concrete Homes | Comments (0)

Australia Home Design - Contemporary Concrete House

Designed by Australian architects Robert Mills, the Ross Street house in Melbourne is one Australia home design that really stands out. The contemporary concrete house is accented with timber and glass detail and strong horizontal zinc awnings that bring a modernist flavor to the architecture. Interiors of this contemporary style house are bright and airy, illuminated by expansive windows overlooking outdoor entertaining areas and a pool. Cool stainless steel, crisp lines and a white palette make these minimalist interiors by Hassell modernly chic. A sculptural spiral staircase at the heart of the main level leads up to the second floor, topped by a circular skylight framing an endless celestial view. Robert Mills Architects
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17 Dec 2009 | Concrete Homes | Comments (0)

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