Northern Lights, a Sydney beach house by Cadence & Co evokes the nostalgia of tree houses, designed as a lasting, creative retreat. Built to endure harsh beachfront conditions, its expressive concrete frame houses a studio space beneath a wave-like driveway. The raw concrete exterior pairs with natural hardwoods and cedar, while the interior mirrors this simplicity with organic textures reflecting the landscape. A mature cheese-tree by the balcony keeps the tree house spirit alive, framing views of the beach through native trees.

Photography by Felix Mooneeram.

It’s like I saw week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. NYC Soho Office by Nathan Turner.

Binker Barn designed in 1967 by William Turnbull for the Sea Ranch community in Sonoma County, California sits serenely in its surroundings. The interiors have been reimagined by Kay Kollar, emphasising a fabulous collection of mid-century pieces and jewell-like pops of colour. It’s a successful marriage of styles with an acknowledgement of the mid-century bones of this otherwise rustic space.

Photography by Richard Powers.

“A sanctuary away from modern day distractions, the Petit Eco Cabin encourages inhabitants to engage in a simpler way of life. Overlooking an organic vineyard in the idyllic backyard of Yallingup, the Petit Eco Cabin is available for accommodation here.

The brief was short with a few requisites; a floor plan as small as possible, and ‘that’ window. Architectural nuances were employed to denote zones within the small space; a timber screen separates the bedroom, a sunken level creates the living, and a window seat becomes an opportunity for dining.”

A tiny eco cabin nestled amongst the gums with views to a vineyard. I’d say that was the perfect getaway and an inspiration for my own small-footprint living. Petit Eco Cabin, Yallingup by Bare Architects.

Photography by Ange Wall Photography & Olive Lipscombe.

This 1300 sqm Mediterranean-inspired sanctuary blends richness with nature in a stunning barefoot luxury home. Textural elements like plaster walls and the lush greenery surrounding the home create a harmonious atmosphere, enhanced by natural materials and gentle sea breezes. Volumetric bodies and angled lines add interest with a central courtyard mediating between the home’s structure and its surroundings. A serene, minimalist design showcasing the beauty of materiality and texture, March House in Bellevue Hill, Sydney by KA Design Studio and Matters + Made.

Photography by Nicholas Caldwell.