Dominic Bradbury

Architect-designed beach homes take life-enhancing, environmental design to another level, says Dominic Bradbury

Off-grid luxe living has never been more attainable. Dominic Bradbury explores the sustainable technologies that are driving the latest advancements

Shapeshifting kinetic homes are becoming a reality for forward-thinking homeowners, as architects develop dynamic living spaces that harness the energy of the sun – and provide innovative responses to some of the challenges posed by climate change. Dominic Bradbury reports

Sculptural and sinuous, roofscapes are finally coming into their own as the crowning glory of contemporary homes. Dominic Bradbury reports

Architects and designers are taking treetop-inspired living to sophisticated new heights. Dominic Bradbury reports

Brick’s infinite potential for pattern, colour and formation is bringing an intriguing combination of the known and the new to contemporary homes, says Dominic Bradbury

Georg Jensen is the foundation of a new Scandi-chic exhibition

A raft of original and evocative takes on an age-old structure squeeze big, bold ideas into modest dimensions, says Dominic Bradbury

Metallic façades are bringing a strikingly sculptural yet surprisingly organic aspect to modern homes. Dominic Bradbury reports on an industrial evolution

Multi-pavilion homes that offer a liberating combination of flexibility, privacy and connection with the landscape are gaining new ground. Dominic Bradbury reports

Mirrored façades are creating homes that are part art installation, part camouflaged hideaway – their appearance changing with the season, weather and even hour. Dominic Bradbury reports

Architects and designers have rediscovered the charms of courtyards – and these urbanely updated oases are now flooding homes with light. Dominic Bradbury reports

Chalet design is evolving with sophisticated elan as contemporary architects and designers focus on more fluid, open-plan living spaces – and an intimate sense of connection to the alpine landscape. Dominic Bradbury reports

Rural dwellers looking to connect with nature at a higher level are commissioning innovative tower houses with magnificent vistas. Dominic Bradbury reports on the soaring properties splicing architectural traditions – and redefining the modern country home

Highly sophisticated homes are being crafted out of earth, as architects reimagine this characterful, eco-friendly building material for a contemporary clientele. Dominic Bradbury surveys their groundbreaking work

Of its time but rooted within a rustic architectural heritage – the modern farmhouse is a compelling way of life for those who yearn for the rural idyll reinterpreted in a crisp, contemporary way, says Dominic Bradbury

An increasing desire to house visiting friends and family in privacy has given rise to striking stand-alone spaces that double as anything from a pool house to a music room. Dominic Bradbury reports on a forward-looking generation of guest lodges

Technically sophisticated, beautifully crafted floating houses are elevating the experience of living on the water. Dominic Bradbury reports