Studio Saxe

“Dark and matte materials were taken as inspiration from the surrounding natural landscape to create a harmonious dialogue between the dwelling and the lush mountain it now belongs to,” the studio said.

Large windows and glazed doors also wrap the property face views of the jungle landscape and distant ocean. The doors slide open to balconies that surround the building and tower over the ground vegetation. Roof overhangs offer shade to these outdoor areas.

https://www.dezeen.com/2020/08/24/charred-teak-wood-tres-amores-costa-rica-pacific-ocean/

Arch Studio 

Reversing a traditional arrangement, the covered centre of Courtyard Villa houses a large, covered communal hall for entertaining guests.

Sheltered courtyards that are open on one side are pushed to the edge of the cross-shaped plan, where they have views out across the rural landscape.

https://www.dezeen.com/2020/01/09/courtyard-villa-arch-studio-holiday-home-china/

William / Kaven Architecture 

a rugged family outpost nestled among the pine and birch trees along the shore of Lake Michigan. Camp MINOH is positioned to withstand the strong winter winds heading south across the lake from the Upper Peninsula and Canada. In the summer, it is ideally situated for outdoor activities and adventure.

https://archello.com/project/camp-minoh

Auhaus Architecture

The concrete wraps over and around the house, binding the volumes and opening at various points to reveal the inner workings of the house. Arranged over three levels, the inner layout is interspersed with pocket courtyards and moments of double and triple height space that amplify the feeling of light and air within the house.  

https://archello.com/project/cliff-house-12