Ga.o House - Hybrid Sustainable Project Combines Residential and Office Spaces, Vietnam





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Project Ga.o House
Architects 85 Design
Structural Engineer Scie company
General Contractor Antcons
Area 172 m²
Location Hòa Hải, Vietnam
Year 2025
Photography To Huu Dung


Situated in a tropical climate with plentiful sunlight and rainfall, Ga.o House is a hybrid building combining residential and office spaces under one roof. More than just meeting functional requirements, the project sets out to achieve broader environmental goals: using natural and recycled materials, maximising energy efficiency, harnessing renewable resources such as solar, wind, and water, and reducing carbon emissions across the building’s entire life cycle. It represents a step forward in Vietnam’s evolving commitment to sustainable urban development.

Home with Guest Tower and Vineyard, Features a Blend of Modernism, Art Deco, and Deconstructivism, Napa, California

In addition to the main residence and guest tower, this property boasts an 8-acre vineyard that grows Cabernet grapes.


Located in Napa, California, this mansion boasts its own private vineyard and is for sale for US$22 million. The property consists of a main residence and a guest house, each featuring a contemporary architectural and décor style.

According to a listing from Sotheby's International Realty, the homes feature a blend of modernism, Art Deco, and deconstructivism. "I've never seen anything so contemporary in Napa Valley. It looks like a sculpture atop Mount Veeder. The uniqueness of the homes and the hillside setting are simply breathtaking," real estate broker Arthur Goodrich told the New York Post.

Luxurious 5 Bedrooms Mansion with Stunning Mountain Scenery, Aspen, Colorado


5 Bedrooms
13 Bathrooms
$105 million
Aspen, Colorado


Featuring stunning mountain views, five bedrooms, a wine cellar, and four fireplaces, the residence sits on an eight-acre lot and also includes a guest house.

If sold for the asking price of US$105 million, this property in Aspen, Colorado, will break the record and become the most expensive home in the city.

Overlooking stunning mountain scenery, the mansion sits on an eight-acre lot in the Roaring Fork Valley. Boasting a rustic yet luxurious facade, the property features a living room with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering stunning views of the mountains and the Roaring Fork River. The residence was built in 2013 and also features a guest house, which together have 13 bathrooms.

The two-story main property features an entrance with a grand staircase, five bedrooms, a wine cellar, and a TV room, as well as vaulted ceilings, four fireplaces, and a three-car garage. The guest house also features two bedrooms and a private deck, which connects via a bridge to a one-bedroom "caretaker's unit."

Freja House - Passive House Blends Sustainability with Scandinavian Simplicity, Whitefish, Montana


This thoughtfully designed home blends sustainability with Scandinavian simplicity, creating an efficient and adaptable living space. While achieving full Passive House certification was a challenge due to site constraints, the house still excels in airtightness and insulation, keeping energy costs impressively low. Inspired by Swedish design, the interior embraces clean lines and smart storage, while the exterior features prefabricated wood panels treated with järnvitriol for a timeless look. A hidden sauna, cleverly integrated with a heat pump system, maximizes energy efficiency. The versatile outbuilding offers flexibility—perfect for guests, extra income, or expanding the main home as needs evolve.

Plants and Feng Shui: How to Combine Different Species to Infuse Your Home with Positive Energy

Plants don't just beautify the home: they purify, calm, revitalize, and, most importantly, activate vital energy.


According to the Feng Shui of plants, creating an abundant green space by combining various plants is essential for the correct flow of positive energy and prosperity in the home. Plants don't just beautify the home: they purify, calm, revitalize, and, most importantly, activate vital energy. When combined consciously, they can create a true green sanctuary within the home, a corner where nature, spirituality, and decor intertwine to elevate your vibration and that of your home.

Plants represent wood, one of the five fundamental elements of Feng Shui (along with water, earth, fire, and metal). This element is associated with growth, health, expansion, and vitality. But plants don't just bring wood. Because they are alive, they also generate energy movement and help dissolve blockages in areas where energy is stagnant.

When plants are placed intentionally and in balanced combinations, they can transform any space into a welcoming and vibrant refuge.

Emma Stone’s $26.5 Million Austin Estate Hits the Market After Years of Renovation


Oscar-winning actress Emma Stone and her husband, comedy writer and producer Dave McCary, are parting ways with their Austin retreat—offering an almost-finished dream home in the sought-after Tarrytown neighborhood for $26.5 million.

The couple began transforming the 1940s manor back in 2021, but after four years of construction—and as life pulled them further into New York—the project became more distant than personal. Now, with roughly 80 percent of the renovation complete, the property is ready for a new owner to complete its grand vision.

The Terraces - The Most Expensive Mansion in The Caribbean, Mustique Island, St. Vincent and the Grenadines


13 bedrooms
13 bathrooms
38,000 sqft
$200 million
Mustique Island, St. Vincent and the Grenadines


The most expensive mansion in the Caribbean is located on the island of Mustique. The property is the largest house on the Saint Vincent and is located on a 17.5-hectare plot of land.

The mansion has 13 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms. Leisure amenities include a games room, movie theater, swimming pools and a tennis court. The property also has a guest house and staff quarters.

According to the broker responsible for selling the property, the owner does not want to be named. “Paparazzi are prohibited on Mustique.”

The region became known in 1976, when Princess Margaret, sister of Queen Elizabeth II, visited the aristocrat Roddy Llewellyn -- with whom she had an extramarital affair, a subject that gained media visibility in the third season of Netflix's The Crown.

Beautiful 200 sqm Home with Open-Plan Kitchen and Living Space, New South Wales, Australia


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Bedrooms4
Bathrooms2
Area200 sqm
LocationNew South Wales, Australia


A home of great architectural beauty, located on a rare slice of acreage in the heart of its covetable coastal locale, it affords a level of privacy and convenience that are almost always mutually exclusive.

“You are right in the hub, minutes from the golf course, primary school, shops, bowlo, Seven Mile Beach and Shoalhaven River, with Berry, Gerringong and Nowra all a short drive away. At the same time you’re in the middle of this acreage full of mature, established trees for ultimate privacy,” realtor says.

“It’s one of a kind – you won’t find anything like it again.”

Beautiful Mansion in Cedar Hill, Texas - 17 bathrooms, 13 bedrooms and 7 cars garage


13 bedrooms
17 bathrooms
17,900 sqft
$3 million
Cedar Hill, Texas


An impressive property in Cedar Hill, Texas, is attracting attention in the real estate market for its grand dimensions and style that resembles a castle. Despite its medieval look, this brick and stucco house was built in 2023 with plenty of space for the whole family. And best of all: if you have money to spare, it can be yours for US$3 million

Stonewater - Beautiful Historic Mansion (next door to Brad Pitt) in Carmel Highlands, California


4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
3,600 sqft
$7.9 million
Carmel Highlands, California


Want to live next door to Brad Pitt? Historic mansion for sale for $7.9 million

With 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, the 3,600-square-foot main residence also has an impressive outdoor area

Have you ever thought about being Brad Pitt’s neighbor? One of the oldest properties in Carmel Highlands, California, is for sale for $7.9 million – in the same community where the actor owns a historic home, known as DL James.

Futuristic Brutalist House with Exposed Concrete and Stainless Steel Interior, Beverly Hills, California


5 bedrooms
10 bathrooms
17,800 sqft
$68 million
Beverly Hills, California


A brutalist mansion has 5 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and 1,672 m² (17,800 sqft)

A futuristic house located in Beverly Hills, California, in the United States, is for sale for 68 million dollars. The property belongs to the American businessman James Jannard, a well-known investor in the real estate market.

Beautiful Industrial Style Home in Berthoud, Colorado - 4 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms


3 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
7770 sqft
$3.4 million
Berthoud, Colorado


Located on a 14-hectare plot of land, this beautiful industrial style home has 722 m² (7770 sqft) of built area, with three bedrooms, four bathrooms and a large leisure area

A house, located in the city of Berthoud, Colorado, in the United States, is for sale for 3.4 million dollars, fully furnished. Located on a 14-hectare plot of land, the building has privileged 360-degree views of the region's landscape.

Villa Farallon - Dominican Republic's Most Expensive House is on Sale for $45 million


10 Bedrooms
16 Bathrooms
$45 million
Dominican Republic


The mansion has 3,493 square meters of built area. The master suite features a bedroom, two bathrooms, a private gym, an office overlooking the sea, and a spa with a sauna and jacuzzi.

The Dominican Republic's most expensive house has been listed for sale for US$45 million. The property is known as Villa Farallon. If the owners' asking price is maintained, it will set a record for residential sales in the Caribbean country.

The property is located on the beachfront, and the mansion has 3,493 square meters of built area. All furniture, artwork, cutlery, appliances, and even an electric grand piano were included in the sale price, as were the two golf carts used for outdoor transportation.

Perched atop a cliff, the two-story residence is constructed of concrete and steel. Inside, marble walls, natural stone floors, oak doors, and hurricane-proof windows feature. There are 10 suites and 16 bathrooms, as well as three staff quarters.

The mansion also boasts a movie theater, a nightclub with a DJ booth and VIP area, and a spacious terrace with stonework from Canada.

The master suite measures 371 square meters—with a bedroom, two bathrooms, a private gym, an ocean-facing office, and a spa with a sauna and jacuzzi. Outside, there's an infinity pool decorated with LED lights.

Victorian-Style House with Private Amusement Park, Lexington, Illinois

A carousel and a 36-person train are among the attractions of the property located in the United States.


5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
$4.5 million
Lexington, Illinois


A house with a private amusement park has been listed for sale for US$4.5 million in the United States. The property has a total area of 22.25 hectare (222,500 square meters) and is located in Lexington, Illinois.

The main Victorian-style house was built in 1898 and was completely renovated before being listed. The property has 9000 sqft (836 square meters) of floor space and features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, an entrance hall, a living room, a dining room, and a game room equipped with a pool table.

The leisure area is spacious and features amusement park attractions. The indoor area features a carousel with 36 little horses and a 36-passenger train that loops around a section of the property. The property also has a swimming pool and tennis court outside. A guest house—with one bedroom, one bathroom, a kitchen, and a den—is located near the pool.

High-End Mansion on the World's First Shared Private Island, Bahia, Salvador

The property offers a high-end mansion, pier, helipad, private beach, and leisure areas, and is for sale with shares of $3.7 million.



Having a 5,632 m² private island in Salvador, Bahia, available one week a month, year-round, is possible. Shares in the world's first shared private island are for sale to anyone who pays $3.7 million for the space, which offers a range of amenities.

Prime You, a company specializing in sharing assets such as airplanes, helicopters, boats, real estate, and sports cars, is responsible for sales. "Having a private island with a boat is a dream for many people. However, acquiring this type of asset isn't always feasible, either due to the high cost and difficult maintenance, or even lack of availability on the market. We offer this unique opportunity," says CEO and founder, Marcus Matta.

$1000 per square foot Tiny Home, Minnesota


1 bedrooms
1 bathrooms
205 sqft
$0.2 million
Duluth, Minnesota


Not all tiny houses have prices corresponding to the square footage and this construction in Duluth, Minnesota, is proof. With the idea of having a lower cost, the search for tiny houses has grown in recent years. The size of a shed, the property catches the eyes of buyers looking for a more intimate place.

Mouse Island - Private Island for Quiet, Peaceful and Comfortable Living, Connecticut


4 bedrooms
1 bathrooms
1,530 sqft
$0.9 million
Connecticut


Perfect for those looking for peace and quiet and a comfortable place to isolate themselves, Mouse Island, in Connecticut, in the US, was acquired for $0.9 million. The amount is equivalent to the purchase of a large house in New York City.

Henri Matisse's Beautiful Apartment on the French Riviera, Nice, France

With approximately 158 m², the residence is located on the French Riviera, one of the most luxurious, expensive and sophisticated areas in the world.


2 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
158 m² (1,700 sqft)
$2.69 million
Nice, France


Henri Matisse was one of the great names in 20th century art – and now, the apartment that belonged to the French artist is for sale for $2.69 million. The residence is on the French Riviera, one of the most luxurious, expensive and sophisticated areas in the world.

Hale Palau’ea - Beautiful Hawaiian Home with Private Beach, Maui, Hawaii

Located on the island of Maui, this property boasts paradisiacal views, four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a pool, a spa and plenty of luxury.


4 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
4,790 sqft
$39.5 million
Maui, Hawaii


Have you ever thought about leaving home and living on one of the most famous islands in the world? Built from scratch in 2006, the 445 m² (4,790 sqft) home has been listed on the American real estate market - and has attracted the attention of millionaires from all over the world.

For the first time in 17 years, this home with access to a private beach is for sale in Makena, Hawaii. In addition to its beauty, the residence is also in the spotlight for another reason: it is the second most expensive property on the entire island.

Disney Resort Mansion Has Themed Rooms - Finding Nemo, Frozen and Star Wars, Orlando, Florida

Location features a game room inspired by 'Star Wars' and bedrooms with characters from 'Frozen' and 'Finding Nemo'.


7 bedrooms
10 bathrooms
9,200 sqft
$19 million
Orlando, Florida


Have you ever thought about living in a mansion with a bedroom decorated with characters from "Frozen", another with "Finding Nemo" and a game room inspired by Star Wars? The property exists, is located in a private residential club within the Walt Disney World Resort, in Orlando, and is for sale for US$19 million.