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Leibal — Mori House

Mori House is a minimalist residence located in Mount Martha, Australia, designed by Manuel Aires Mateus in collaboration with MAArchitects. The name “Mori” means “forest” in Japanese, a linguistic choice that encapsulates the design ethos of the project. The furniture…
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Leibal — Nagano HQ

Nagano HQ is a minimalist space located in Nagano, Japan, designed by Norm Architects. Upon entering, one is greeted by a reception area with soaring double-height ceilings, which evokes the feeling of an art gallery. Key artistic elements are skillfully…
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Leibal — Ocarina

Ocarina is a minimal residence located in Carmen de Viboral, Colombia, designed by LCLA. The architectural choice to use the initial excavation as the formwork for the foundational slab presents a pragmatic approach to construction. By pouring the foundation directly…
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Leibal — Spalihof

Spalihof is a minimal architecture project located in Sachseln, Switzerland, designed by SEILERLINHART. Guided by a blend of careful planning and pragmatism, the firm has enumerated seven key principles through its Sachseln project, principles that they believe are applicable even…
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A Rusty Exterior For A Home In A Rustic Setting

CLB Architects has shared photos of the ‘Paintbrush Residence’, a modern home they designed in Jackson, Wyoming, that has a weathered steel exterior. Located in a dappled Aspen grove, the home incorporates slow-weathering materials such as oxidized steel and cedar,…
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Leibal — A Concrete Hut

A Concrete Hut is a minimal architecture project located in Coimbra, Portugal, designed by MRND. Rather than simply renovating, MRND chose to immerse themselves in the space’s essence, creating a bridge between its history and modern design ideals. To MRND, a…
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Leibal — Butterfly House

Butterfly House is a minimalist residence located in Esher, United Kingdom, designed by Oliver Leech Architects. Encompassing two bedrooms, the standalone dwelling offers provisions for a live-in carer. Located in a triangular corner of the main house’s garden, its unique…
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Leibal — Office 2023

Office 2023 is a minimalist interior located in Tokyo, Japan, designed by Atsushi Tasaki Architecture and Design. Flexibility is at the core of this project. The architects, understanding this mandate, have opted for a wood-frame post-and-beam construction method. This technique…
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Leibal — Höghult House

Situated in the of the Swedish countryside, the Höghult House designed by FABEL Arkitektur, presents a compelling demonstration of how architecture and nature can coexist harmoniously. Positioned atop a steep slope, the house acts as a connection between traditional and…
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A Stay Here with a Book?

Do you ever travel alone? I’m currently in Aarhus – Denmark’s second largest city, for a few days by myself to write a guide. To my surprise, I’m enjoying it. Firstly, it helps that the city is beautiful and the…