OF House by Studio Otto Felix celebrates natural materials and indoor/outdoor living outside the city of Campinas.

An Indonesian architect designs a contemporary concrete home for her family of five in Semarang.

Sited on a small, serene island off the coast of Bali, Seascape Villa mixes tropical vibes with modern, Mediterranean-inspired...

A striking addition draws nature, light, and fresh air into a home just outside of Brisbane.

An artist and an architect build their home, studios, and an exhibition space inside an Antwerp warehouse.

Designed to feel like a never-ending vacation, Casa TM in Colima boasts a circular enclosure that gives one family a luxurious...

Tropical minimalism meets artisanal Mexican craftsmanship in Casa Pueblo, a 16-room boutique hotel in the heart of Tulum that...

The occupants of the Aperture House by Formwerkz Architects take shelter under lush foliage and expansive eaves.

The island of Bali in Indonesia has long been a popular destination for travelers seeking a vibrant tropical getaway.

A perforated brick brise-soleil fills this lush home with diffuse daylight and cooling breezes.

Experimenting with prefab elements, designer David Del Valle and architect Amalia Ramírez create a weekend retreat outside...

A 1,600-square-foot home in Costa Rica takes advantage of passive cooling techniques to tread lightly on the land it sits on.

The architects’ tiny, modular retreat uses sustainable materials and building techniques to leave the surroundings pristine for...

Built for warm climes and lush surroundings, these tropical modern homes take a sophisticated approach to being laid-back.

In São Paulo, a modern abode maximizes natural light and integrates a strong sense of the outdoors.

A 164-square-foot retreat in Litibú features a courtyard with an oculus that frames the sky.

While this pair of lushly planted residences was originally built as a development opportunity, the client was so taken with them...

This modern residence and gallery near San Jose, Costa Rica uses metal boxes like puzzle pieces to create a photographer's dream...

A European fashion designer outfits his apartment in Brazil for relaxation and downtime with wood-clad walls and brilliant blue...

Studio Saxe has designed a boutique hotel and yoga studio amid the jungle in Nosara, Costa Rica, an area known for the pursuit of...

If Tarzan and Jane happened to be design-loving folks, they'd be right at home at any of these vacation destinations.

A shipping container home tackles temperature control in a tropical environment.

With Spring Break on our mind, we’ve gathered 10 spectacular properties that you can actually rent in the Caribbean.

It's often said that small is beautiful, and some believe that all you really need in order to be happy, is a hut and a heart.

Pérez Palacios Arquitectos Asociados creates a tropical escape in the mountains of Valle de Bravo.

Jaque Studio’s eco-friendly "village" sits in the midst of a verdant tropical landscape.

Nestled between a tropical forest and the Pacific Ocean, Joya Villas is an astounding, modern getaway designed by architect...

Let us count the ways that keeping plants at home improves quality of life—from enhancing air quality to boosting calm and focus.

Drawing from traditional architecture, Long An House in Southern Vietnam allows natural elements like light, air, and water to...

If you're thinking of taking a trip to Thailand, consider staying at one of these luxurious modern pool villas on the tropical...

Built for $93,200, this tropical holiday home in Northeast Brazil features a striking, chevron-patterned bamboo exterior.

Nestled in the tropical jungle of Mexico's Caribbean coastline is the Tulum Treehouse, a minimalist, modern residence that's...

On a tropical lot in Port Douglas, the meandering three-bedroom features 9-foot-tall ceilings and a 22-foot-long pool.

In Rancho Santa Fe, California, an estate with retractable glass walls, soaring ceilings, and tropical gardens is made for...

Located in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles, the colorful abode features arched windows overlooking a tropical backyard.

Wanting a modern oasis in the middle of Miami, architects Melissa and Jacob Brillhart designed and built most of this...