But what happens when renowned architects scale down and take on a more personal challenge designing their own homes?

Here are a few clues about what the curator, Francesca Molteni, has discovered so far.

Another common theme among many of the featured architects is a passionate love for books.

House designed by Frank Lloyd Wright

Extensive home libraries are not uncommon.

Zaha Hadid’s London studio is peppered with drawings and works that reflect different points in her life.

open-air walkway