Single-family homes

in Sullivan's Island, South Carolina. This home was designed by Swallowtail Architecture and won the 2018 International Property Award for Best Architecture Single Residence in South Carolina. The home features a modern design with floor-to-ceiling windows that take in stunning views of the surrounding marshland.

Name: Gallery House

Year Built: 2017

Location: Sullivan's Island, South Carolina

Style: Modern

Size: 3,775 square feet (350 square meters)

Approach: The Gallery House is a modern home with a focus on natural light and views. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the living and dining areas bring in the beauty of the surrounding marshland. The home also features a number of sustainable design elements, such as solar panels and rainwater harvesting.

Award Name: International Property Award for Best Architecture Single Residence in South Carolina

Award Purpose: The International Property Awards is an annual competition that recognizes excellence in real estate development and design. The Gallery House was awarded the Best Architecture Single Residence in South Carolina for its innovative design and sustainable features.

Architect: Swallowtail Architecture

Construction: The Gallery House was constructed by Swallowtail Construction.

Construction Company: Swallowtail Construction

Construction Delivery System: The Gallery House was constructed using a design-build delivery system. This means that the architect and contractor worked together from the beginning of the project to ensure that the design and construction were seamlessly integrated.

in Seabrook Island, South Carolina. This home was also designed by Swallowtail Architecture and won the 2022 International Property Award for Best Architecture Single Residence in South Carolina. The home is a complete redesign and reimagining of a 1980's contemporary, with a focus on making sure the home reflects how families live today.

Name: Seabrook Marsh Escape

Year Built: 2019

Location: Seabrook Island, South Carolina

Style: Modern Coastal

Size: 5,500 square feet (500 square meters)

Approach: The home was designed to maximize the views of the marshlands, waterway canals, and Atlantic Ocean. The open floor plan and large windows allow for plenty of natural light to fill the interior.

Award: 2022 International Property Award for Best Architecture Single Residence in South Carolina

Award Purpose: The award recognizes outstanding architectural achievement in the field of single-family residential design.

Architect: Swallowtail Architecture

Construction: Custom

Construction Company: Swallowtail Construction

Construction Delivery System: Design-Build

in Mill Run, Pennsylvania. This home was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and is considered one of the most important works of American architecture. The home is built over a waterfall, with cantilevered terraces that offer stunning views of the landscape.

Name: Fallingwater

Year Built: 1937

Location: Mill Run, Pennsylvania

Style: Organic architecture

Size: 5,330 square feet (495 square meters)

Approach: Fallingwater is a cantilevered house that appears to float above a waterfall. It is built using local materials, such as limestone and concrete, and its design is inspired by the surrounding landscape.

Award Name: Fallingwater was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1966 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.

Award Purpose: These awards recognize Fallingwater as a significant work of architecture that has had a major impact on the development of modern architecture.

Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright

Construction: Fallingwater was constructed using a combination of traditional and modern techniques. The concrete was poured on site, while the limestone was quarried from nearby.

Construction Company: Fallingwater was constructed by the Edgar J. Kaufmann Sr. Construction Company.

Construction Delivery System: Fallingwater was constructed using a design-bid-build delivery system.

in Malindi, Kenya. This home was designed by MASS Design Group and won the 2017 Aga Khan Award for Architecture. The home is made from local materials and is designed to be sustainable and energy-efficient. It also features a number of innovative features, such as a rainwater harvesting system and a composting toilet.

Name: Baraka House

Year Built: 2015

Location: Malindi, Kenya

Style: Sustainable, vernacular

Size: 185 square meters (1,990 square feet)

Approach: The Baraka House is designed to be a sustainable and energy-efficient home that uses local materials and traditional building techniques. The home features a rainwater harvesting system, a composting toilet, and solar panels.

Award Name: Aga Khan Award for Architecture

Award Purpose: The Aga Khan Award for Architecture is a prestigious award given to projects that demonstrate excellence in architecture and contribute to the betterment of society. The Baraka House was awarded the Aga Khan Award in 2017 for its innovative design and its positive impact on the local community.

Architect: MASS Design Group

Construction: The Baraka House was constructed using local materials and traditional building techniques. The construction team was made up of local workers who were trained in sustainable building practices.

Construction Company: The Baraka House was constructed by MASS Design Group and a team of local contractors.

Construction Delivery System: The Baraka House was constructed using a design-build approach, which means that the architect and contractor worked together from the beginning of the project to ensure that the design was feasible and that the construction was completed on time and within budget.

in Accra, Ghana. This home was designed by Earthbag Builders and won the 2018 African Architecture Award. The home is made from earthbags, which are filled with sand and compacted. This makes the home very strong and durable, and it also helps to insulate the home, keeping it cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Name: Earthbag House

Year Built: 2017

Location: Accra, Ghana

Style: Earthbag

Size: 1,200 square feet (111 square meters)

Approach: Sustainable, affordable, and resilient

Award Name: 2018 African Architecture Award

Award Purpose: To recognize outstanding architectural achievements in Africa

Architect: Earthbag Builders

Construction: Earthbags filled with sand and compacted

Construction Company: Earthbag Builders

Construction Delivery System: Traditional earthbag construction

in Cape Town, South Africa. This home was designed by SAOTA and won the 2019 World Architecture Festival Award. The home is a modern interpretation of the traditional Jewish sukkah, a temporary hut that is built during the holiday of Sukkot. The home is made from wood and glass, and it features a retractable roof that allows the home to be opened up to the elements.

Name: The Sukkah House

Year Built: 2017

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Style: Modern

Size: 1,800 square feet (167 square meters)

Approach: The Sukkah House is a modern interpretation of the traditional Jewish sukkah, a temporary hut that is built during the holiday of Sukkot. The home is made from wood and glass, and it features a retractable roof that allows the home to be opened up to the elements.

Award Name: World Architecture Festival Award

Award Purpose: The World Architecture Festival Award is an annual award that recognizes outstanding architectural achievements from around the world. The Sukkah House won the award in the "Houses" category in 2019.

Architect: SAOTA

Construction: The Sukkah House was constructed by SAOTA and a team of local contractors.

Construction Company: SAOTA

Construction Delivery System: The Sukkah House was constructed using a traditional construction method.

by Kengo Kuma & Associates. This home in Kamakura, Japan, was awarded the 2010 LEAF Award for Sustainable Architecture.

Name: House in the Forest

Year Built: 2009

Location: Kamakura, Japan

Style: Japanese contemporary

Size: 1,155 square feet (107 square meters)

Approach: The house is designed to blend in with the surrounding forest, using natural materials and a simple, elegant aesthetic. The roof is made of overlapping cedar shingles, and the walls are made of glass and wood. The interior is furnished with simple, contemporary furniture.

Award Name: LEAF Award for Sustainable Architecture

Award Purpose: The LEAF Award is given to projects that demonstrate outstanding environmental performance. The House in the Forest was awarded the LEAF Award for its use of sustainable materials, its energy-efficient design, and its rainwater harvesting system.

Architect: Kengo Kuma & Associates

Construction: The house was constructed using traditional Japanese construction methods. The cedar shingles were hand-made, and the wood was sourced from sustainable forests.

Construction Company: The house was constructed by a local Japanese construction company.

Construction Delivery System: The house was constructed using a traditional design-bid-build delivery system.

in Bali, Indonesia. This home was designed by John Hardy Architects and won the 2018 World Architecture Festival Award. The home is built on a cliff overlooking the ocean, and it features a number of innovative features, such as a skylight that allows natural light to flood the home, and a rainwater harvesting system that provides water for the home's irrigation system.

Name: The Lee House

Year Built: 2016

Location: Canggu, Bali, Indonesia

Style: Contemporary Balinese

Size: 3,300 square feet (302 square meters)

Approach: The Lee House is a modern take on traditional Balinese architecture. The design incorporates elements of both cultures, such as the use of natural materials, open-air spaces, and lush landscaping.

Award Name: The Lee House won the 2017 Architizer A+ Award for Residential Architecture.

Award Purpose: The Architizer A+ Awards are a global competition that honors the best in architecture and design. The Lee House was recognized for its innovative design and its use of sustainable materials.

Architect: Andra Matin

Construction: The Lee House was constructed using a traditional Balinese method of construction called "Pakubuwono." This method uses hand-carved wood, stone, and bamboo.

Construction Company: The Lee House was constructed by a local Balinese construction company called "Ibuku."

Construction Delivery System: The Lee House was constructed using a design-build delivery system. This system allows the architect and contractor to work together from the beginning of the project, which helps to ensure that the design is feasible and that the construction is completed on time and within budget.

by Neri&Hu. This home in Bali, Indonesia, was awarded the 2018 World Architecture Festival Award for Best Single-Family Home.

Name: The Mountain Villa

Year Built: 2016

Location: Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Style: Tropical Modern

Size: 6,500 square feet (590 square meters)

Approach: The Mountain Villa is designed to blend seamlessly into its natural surroundings. The architects used local materials and construction techniques to create a home that is both sustainable and beautiful.

Award Name: World Architecture Festival Award for Best Single-Family Home

Award Purpose: The World Architecture Festival Award is one of the most prestigious awards in architecture. It is awarded to projects that demonstrate excellence in design, sustainability, and social impact.

Architect: Neri&Hu

Construction: The Mountain Villa was constructed using a combination of traditional and modern construction techniques. The foundation is made of concrete, while the walls are made of bamboo and stone. The roof is covered with thatch.

Construction Company: The Mountain Villa was constructed by a local construction company.

Construction Delivery System: The Mountain Villa was constructed using a design-build delivery system. This means that the architect and the contractor worked together from the beginning of the project to ensure that the design was feasible and that the construction was executed according to the architect's vision.