House P by Vandenborre Architecten | A floating landscape of stone and glass

House P is a family house located in a quiet suburban area of Belgium, surrounded by mature trees that create a private green enclave. Designed by Vandenborre Architecten, the project focuses on integrating the house into its natural surroundings, maintaining clean and minimalist lines.    Design concept  The residence is composed of horizontal slabs with solid façades on one side and fully glazed walls on […]

The impact of minimal window design on modern living

A window is one of the most impactful architectural elements in a house. It dictates how natural light enters a space, how views are framed, and how comfortable the interior feels throughout the year.When thoughtfully designed, a new window system improves daily life.  Rethinking the Window: From Opening to Experience Replacing or upgrading a window […]

The New Luxury is Staying Home

For decades, luxury was defined by first-class flights, five-star resorts, and private members’ clubs. It was all about the privilege of going somewhere else.  Today, however, that definition has changed. The new luxury is staying home.  In a world that moves faster every day, true luxury is having a space that allows you to slow […]

Onze House: Architecture That Frames the Landscape

Set along the Mediterranean waterfront, Onze House, designed by architect Clara Solà-Morales, reflects an approach guided by light and place. It is a carefully articulated sequence of spaces that allows the inhabitant to feel immersed in the landscape while remaining sheltered, comfortable, and protected.  The project responds directly to the site’s topography and morphology. The plot is long and narrow, formed by […]

House in Caniçada: A Minimalist Concrete House Built for the Landscape

The House in Caniçada, designed by Carvalho Araújo, sits on the slopes overlooking the Caniçada reservoir in northern Portugal. The project is a transformation of an existing structure, using the original volume as a starting point and expanding it into a three-level home built to perform within a steep, heavily wooded site. It is a […]

French Edit: Minimal Frames in French Architecture

 France has a quiet way of elevating design. A soft precision, a belief in craftsmanship, and an instinctive understanding that architecture should feel effortless.  In this French Edit, we highlight three OTIIMA projects along the Mediterranean—each a different expression of coastal luxury, shaped by the vision of remarkable architects.  These houses and hospitality spaces are […]

Banánka House: A Minimalist House by Paulíny Hovorka Architekti

Banánka House, designed by Paulíny Hovorka Architekti and located in the peaceful village of Banka, Slovakia, showcases a minimalist design that effortlessly blends with its natural surroundings. Completed in 2024, this single-story family home illustrates how architecture can create a strong connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.  © Matej Hakár © Fernando Guerra Design Concept: […]

Miramar Tower: Contemporary Living with OODA

Located in Matosinhos, Portugal, Miramar Tower is a new residential development designed by OODA Architects. Rising above the Atlantic, the building stands out for its clean geometry, efficient design, and the use of OTIIMA Plus minimal frame windows, which play a key role in the project’s visual and technical performance.  The tower’s architecture emphasizes simplicity […]

Biophilia: Bringing Nature into Architecture

In an era where urban density often distances us from the natural world, biophilic home design reconnects us to its source.  It’s a philosophy, a return to the organic connection between people and place. Rooted in the belief that human well-being flourishes when surrounded by nature, biophilic design invites light, air, water, and greenery into […]

Inside a Luxury Apartment Above Ghent by Glenn Sestig

Elevated above the urban landscape of Ghent, a private residence by Glenn Sestig Architects reinterprets the interaction between architecture and its atmospheric context. This apartment exemplifies architectural innovation and meditative design, transcending mere functionalism to emphasize the essential.  The architectural language is characterized by clarity, featuring clean lines and monolithic surfaces that establish a sophisticated […]