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In this latest edition in the Lamitak series ‘Design is a Way of Life’, see how nature and daily rituals intertwine to encourage a life less ordinary.

Designed to completely recede into the Yarra Flat vistas, the outdoors are welcomed at every turn into The Boulevard by Archier.

The conceptual framework of this project by Dean Dyson Architects is rooted in principles of connection, wellness and sustainability.

By thoughtfully revitalising existing structures, this luxurious home by Create Architecture embraces nature and light as defining elements of tropical living.

L Architects conceives of a beautiful dwelling that invites meaningful connections to the outdoors and among its residents.

By capitalising on the brilliant flow of daylight coming into the space, Blend by ImC has turned this narrow apartment in Joo Chiat into a bright and spacious home with its own sunroom.

A roof that drips, windows with no glass, a stair between patches of grass – Linghao Architects’ renovation to a house allows its occupants to live with nature’s vicissitudes.

Formwerkz Architects employs a medley of judicious manoeuvres to create a light-filled, interactive terrace house filled with the pleasantries of plants.

The brief was for a cosy and homely space, and OVON delivered it with finesse in this three-room BTO flat with pockets of greenery that bring the outdoors in.

This home in Melbourne is a contemporary abode that responds to both the majestic gum trees and locals who pass by.

Designed with a contemporary gridded form, Living Grid House by L Architects deals with Singapore’s tropical climate in a clever manner.

Embodying the idea of a tropical retreat, albeit in a “masculine” silhouette, 3 Ash House is a singular design for a particular client.

In this dwelling designed by ASOLIDPLAN, a central atrium connects a close-knit, multi-generational family.

With its references to tropical modernism and passive design, Casa De Silva on the outskirts of Sri Lanka is a sanctuary-like dwelling.

Clever design rejuvenates this semi-detached house in a densely populated area of Sydney’s east, giving residents plenty of natural light without sacrificing their privacy.

Inside Out House was designed in response to the client’s dreams of being out of the city, in the midst of nature and having the means and imagination to explore.

Following a most daring spatial transformation, this resale flat now features a ‘green corridor’ and calm, light-filled spaces that a couple and their pet rabbits can enjoy to the fullest.

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