Dream pro­perties @NZZ Bel­levue

The planning of the Recharge House, which is located around 600 metres from the sea, was significantly influenced by its location close to a small lake. The ensemble consists of a main house and an outbuilding.

Zalig in Antwerpen are two holiday home in the historic part of the Belgian city on the Scheldt river. The old townhouses combine old and new to create a special living experience.

Windows onto the courtyard: Volta do Pátio, in the vibrant Bonfim district, is like a personal invitation to discover Porto off the beaten track – a colourful hideaway where life revolves around two inner courtyards.

Situated on a former tobacco field on the Melz estate is the Friedrichshof – a newly built retreat and conference centre for small groups, nestled in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District.

What could be more tempting on a hot day than a jump into cool water? Whether a former irrigation tank or a perfectly crafted design statement: these pools and water basins are every bit as varied as the holiday homes themselves.

Yatzer tells the story of a Catalan house and its careful reinterpretation – striking a balance between tradition and modernity.