Architecture 2025: Residential buildings – Renovation
Tou Panou
DETALE Architecture takes on the restoration of Tou Panou, commissioned to breathe new life into a dilapidated house in Greece. Centrally located in the seaside village of Kardamyli, the property, originally built in the 1960s, consists of a two-story structure with no internal staircase, three bedrooms, and four bathrooms.
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The goal of the project was to preserve the building’s original character while adapting it for modern use. The top floor was redesigned with new dormers and loggias, allowing ample light to flood into future flats. Despite the building’s poor condition from years of vacancy, the aim was to
The Mill
The renovation project transformed an abandoned 16th-century mill, featuring a 19th-century tower, into a contemporary home. The restoration, spanning four years and multiple phases, navigated complex challenges related to intervention and access. One of the key difficulties was connecting the two buildings, which had a significant vertical offset, while
T Villa Renovation
This is a renovated mansion perched on a hill overlooking the sea. The rich nature of Yakushima is ever-changing, each moment revealing delicate beauty. Light reflects as if bleeding through the glossy ribbed panels and glass, drawing the shifting scenery into the interior. You can enjoy the view directly
House o
The renovation of House O in Jumeirah 3, Dubai, aimed to transform an unremarkable and dated house into a modern, contemporary residence, overcoming significant design challenges along the way. The objective was to tailor the home for modern family life, focusing on seamless external and internal flow, increasing access
Family estate in Istria
Located near the picturesque town of Grožnjan, in the village of Kalčini, the Family Estate in Istria offers a tranquil retreat from the daily grind. The estate comprises two old stone houses perched on a hill with a spacious yard cascading down the slope. In response to the existing
Ausserrothhof
The Ausserrothhof exemplifies the seamless harmony between historical significance and contemporary architecture. Nestled in the sunlit Italian village of Schenna and surrounded by vineyards, the listed farmhouse - originally built in 1775 - has been thoughtfully remodelled to preserve its character. Natural stone walls, small windows, and a traditional
Residential building Rautenstrauchgasse 4, 1110 Vienna
Rautenstrauchgasse 4 is a Gründerzeit building (constructed between 1840 and 1914) with three original floors. The existing structure was completely renovated, and three additional storeys were added. These new storeys were built using ecological timber construction with solid timber ceilings. With a focus on full decarbonisation, all existing apartments
Tiny secret house
The small hidden house on the island of Vis, in Komiža, is a unique architectural solution that combines maximum space utilization with architectural romance. Renovated from an old donkey stable, this 16-square-meter house spans three levels, transforming a forgotten space into a functional home. The ground floor is most
Sophie Scholl House
The building, designed by Sepp Pogadl in the 1970s, is located in the northern part of Munich, on the edge of the student housing area of Freimann. With around 2.500 residents, it is one of the largest student housing complexes in Germany. What makes the comprehensive renovation of the
House 44.86 VGC
The initial building was a concrete panel, mass-produced housing unit identical to its neighbors. Its façade featured three windows and a door at the front, with approximately eight windows distributed along the sides. The clients felt that the house was too small for their family’s needs and considered either
AB10 house
The Los Jerónimos neighborhood, with its rich history and the presence of emblematic landmarks such as Retiro Park and the Jerónimos Church, suggests a strong connection to Madrid's history and culture. In this context, the architectural project Casa AB10, which aims to be a "Madrid house" in its layout,
House Well
House Well is a renovation and addition to a former one-story brick bungalow in Toronto, Canada. Two distinct volumes, containing bedrooms of varying heights, span over a reconfigured open ground floor plan. Varying spatial conditions are created by the shifting section formed by the new upper volumes and a central
XT97 Interwar Modern
The extant building, nestled in the city center of Athens, is one of the finest examples of modernist housing in Greece and potentially an early precursor to brutalism, influenced by topological factors in the region. The restoration of the building was completed at the end of 2023. We decided
Garage Transformation into a Modern Micro-residence
In the heart of Thessaloniki, Greece, we transformed a 25 sq. m. garage into a modern 32 sq. m. micro-residence, significantly enhancing the usable living area. The original garage, which had direct access to the pavement and street, was reimagined as a compact yet functional living space spanning two