A global tour of remarkable residences designed around nature-filled, light-filtering outdoor retreats.

Courtyards form the heart of the home—private, tranquil spaces that connect architecture with the sky and earth. Courtyard Homes showcases 20 extraordinary contemporary residences that seamlessly integrate the natural environment into everyday living.

Featuring more than 150 stunning color photographs, this richly illustrated book highlights the work of acclaimed architects and designers from around the world, including Craig Steely Architecture, mwworks, Mary English and Xavier Vendrell Architects, Leckie Studio, Práctica Arquitectura, Shieh Arquitetos Associados, Fria Folket + Hanna Michelson, Matharoo Associates, Ted’A Arquitectes, Pham Huu Son Architects, Eliza Blair Architecture and Studio MKN, and Breakspear Architects.

From a triangular courtyard in an off-grid home to urban sanctuaries that blur the line between indoors and out, this captivating collection celebrates the enduring beauty of homes built in harmony with nature.