residences
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Life’s a breezer
Braced on Maui’s northern coast, this eco family home stands out as a striking complement to the landscape; an iconic structure both open and resistant to the elements.
Slowly does it
Buying property in the centre of this Russian city will require some patience – but it’s worth it in the end.
Top of the pile
Isay Weinfeld’s corncob-shaped São Paulo tower gives all 62 apartments sweeping city views and yard-sized balconies — proof that vertical living needn’t sacrifice a garden’s pleasures.
Camera obscurer
In Chiba, photographer Shinichi Ito found the perfect canvas for his laid-back style. Near the sea, he has crafted a cosy refuge within the wood and concrete shell of an unusual property.
Samba style
Set on a mountainside with views over the Atlantic and surrounded by trees and tranquillity, this Rio residence reflects the cosmopolitan lifestyle of its Parisian and Swedish occupants.
Inner growth
At just 35, Makoto Tanijiri is one of Japan’s most promising visionary architects. This inspired home, built in the sprawling suburbs of Nagoya, with a garden at its heart, shows why.
Perfect den
The Finns know how to do winter. This open-plan Helsinki penthouse is warm and inviting while still being bright and airy. It’s the perfect pad for hunkering down.
The jungle look
A Belgian couple commissioned Japanese architect Tadao Ando to build them a weekend retreat on Sri Lanka’s southern coast. The concrete edifice is a perfect set-up for the artist and her husband.
Lake life
Architect Erik Persson bought a 120-year-old barn, dismantled it and rebuilt it as a summerhouse. The result is a simple yet stunning off-grid retreat in the peaceful depths of the Swedish countryside.
Home front
The functional concrete bungalows hastily built after the Second World War to house the US troops are becoming a popular option for young Japanese looking for more living space.
