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 Motivated by the region's industrial, yet poetic heritage, Bourgeois / Lechasseur architects sculpt and mould this home to carefully reflect and respect the topographic slopes, the views, the vegetation, and the meandering curves of St. Maurice River, becoming a work of art articulated around the site's own attributes.

Following the adage, "Sometimes, nature is all you need", Ghoche Architects designs a house that blends into the landscape, its black volume, enveloped by the forest - discreet and concealed and almost invisible from the lake.

 Veering away from the norm, Concrete redefines the holiday experience with a prototype rental that centres around the themes of togetherness and nature

Dutch designer Caspar Schols, wins the WAF World Hotel Building of the Year 2022 Award for his Cabin ANNA Stay - a modular, cyclical, vacay option that can be produced locally anywhere in the world. With hand-movable walls and windows, its sustainable design allows guests to reconnect with themselves and nature.

Crafting a truly experiential design, architecture firm 1628 Inc. designs a home at the edge of a lake, making it a true observation platform, with the highest point being a cantilevered footbridge that literally projects visitors into the landscape

The last twelve months saw architecture redefining the intersection of culture, sustainability, and human experience. In IAnD's Global Hop section, these three projects have grabbed the most eyeballs for their demonstration of the transformative power of thoughtful design, merging sustainability, cultural preservation, and innovative functionality. They redefine global design paradigms, setting benchmarks for future projects that aspire to balance tradition and progress. The projects are: Heineken Beverages Head Office, South Africa by Tetris Design + Build, Nanhai Art Centre, Foshan, China by MAD Architects, and Hovey Residence, Quebec, Canada by 1628 Inc.

From slope to statement: Discover how Studio OODA uses the natural topography to shape this stunning 350-square-metre home in Oeiras, Portugal.

SPAN Architects design The Fort House as a modern tribute to India's grand citadels-melding timeless craftsmanship with contemporary luxury. From its yellow sandstone façade to its light-filled trapezoidal interiors, this home redefines the balance between protection and openness, tradition and modernity. Step inside a sanctuary of textures, light, and space-where intricate carvings, soaring ceilings, and nature-infused courtyards come together in perfect harmony.

Tucked away in lush greenery, Hidden Villa designed by i29 architects blurs the lines between indoors and out. Expansive glass, verdant patios, and natural materials create a seamless flow of light and space. With a pool, fire pit, and open-air lounges, every corner is designed for tranquility. A sanctuary where elegance meets nature.