Both of these houses were on the Cool House Tour of 2008. They were newly constructed homes, designed to fit into their spot in the neighborhood and to optimize energy efficiency. They have a bit of a contemporary edge to them while maintaining a certain warmth and "homey-ness". Project Design by Mark Lind Project Management by Jay Gammell Phtography by Greg Hursley in 2008

Inside, a beautiful wrought-iron Victorian staircase connects each floor. The stairwell that sits central to the home reminds us that the property is far from ordinary; painted every colour imaginable with vibrant artworks and a Central line tube map print acknowledging its location. http://www.domusnova.com/properties/buy/2060/4-bedroom-flat-westminster-bayswater-hyde-park-gardens-w2-london-for-sale/"> http://www.domusnova.com/properties/buy/2060/4-bedroom-flat-westminster-bayswater-hyde-park-gardens-w2-london-for-sale/

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Barcode House in Munich, Germany, designed by MVRDV. Photograph by Rob 't Hart, from book "MVRDV Buildings" (nai010 publishers, 2013).