Homes

As Nicolás Tovo and Teresa Sarmiento of La Base embraced modular design as part of their architectural practice, they noticed that prospective clients were wary of prefabricated construction. So the duo teamed up with Place, an Argentine prefab builder, to make a proof of concept just outside the Patagonian resort town of Bariloche.

The use of the stone as a foundation allowed the budget to be reduced as it minimized the amount of work and materials.

"Each interior space varies in height and shape, contracting and expanding to capture both natural light and the forest shadows,

“I envision people writing their books, music, refuelling their creative flow,” says Castillero. He should know about its energizing power more than anyone, really: it brought him back to his love of architecture, after all. “It’s truly my new happy place.”

Floor plan of Wing-Wing House by Gregory Katz

In the kitchen, a crisp white VOD tap pops against the warm plaster walls.

A painted floor, as seen in this striking kitchen, is a great way to energize a space.

Floor Plan of Butterfly House by Oliver Leech Architects

The bunk room features four extra-long bunk beds, allowing the home to sleep 10.