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Discovering the elegance of contemporary country house architecture - where tradition meets modern design in stunning rural settingsCountry houses have long served as places of retreat, offering wi...
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  • 18 August 2026
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Discovering the elegance of contemporary country house architecture - where tradition meets modern design in stunning rural settings

Country houses have long served as places of retreat, offering withdrawal, deceleration, and contemplation away from the fast pace of urban life. Set within forests, fields, or coastal landscapes, they provide refuge while reconnecting with the rhythms of nature. Today, architects are reimagining rural living for the 21st century, creating a symbiosis of comfort, environmental awareness, and aesthetic restraint.

New houses as well as sensitively converted barns and farm buildings demonstrate how contemporary architecture can blend harmoniously with the landscape. Flexible interiors, often accommodating home offices or multi-generational households, respond to changing lifestyles. Together, the featured projects showcase the diversity of contemporary rural architecture while preserving the identity of the countryside.


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Price: $49.95
Pages: 192
Publisher: Braun
Imprint: Braun
Publication Date: 18 August 2026
Trim Size: 11.00 X 9.50 in
ISBN: 9783037683101
Format: Hardcover
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Lisa Baker was born in Ireland in 1982. After travelling extensively, she began studying journalism and architecture in Dublin. Since moving to Germany in 2008, she has worked for a number of publishing companies and magazines.

From the contents:

  • Forest Edge House in Roscoe, NY, USA (Mark Thorpe Design + Architecture)
  • Linho House in Nova Lima, Brazil (Tetro)
  • Villa Hoefsevonder in Berlicum, Netherlands (Hilberinkbosch)
  • House ST in Rösrath, Germany (HPA+)
  • Villa Backyard in Chachoengsao, Thailand (Touch Architect)