01 Portugal：exotic，quirky in a good way02 Switzerland：low-key，shows prosperous，try to blend-in with the nature03 Japan：innovative，filled with details04 U.S.A：extravagant，seem like bragging about the wealth05 Spain：daring，challenging，singular06 India：indigenous，antique07 Norway：raw，tranquil，bold，rugged and frosty08 Israel：modern，striking，religiousMost houses were built to give a hide-away from city hustle and bustle. People yearn for wilderness，solitude，meditation and a quite bit sense of belonging in the meanwhile. They need to be attached to the houses yet still admire the design philosophy and hold Mother Nature in awe.How to find balance between minimalist and richness，confidence and humbleness，fundamental and luxury，adventure and coziness，sense of design and sense of home？Given the freedom，economic support and proper institutional environment，the sky is the limit.The houses in Switzerland and Norway are really appeal to me.。

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