This net-zero cabin was designed by Olson Kundig Architects in collaboration with Dovetail General Contractors, located in Seattle, Washington. This dwelling provides the owner’s desire for a private urban retreat that would connect her to nature. A staggered footprint on the lot allows for dense landscaping, and extensive glazing throughout the house increases solar gains and […]
Architecture
Architecture projects offering anywhere from modern and contemporary houses infused with a “wow” effect to Mediterranean, Tuscan and Asian influence homes from across the globe. Ranging from exterior and interior inspiration, live-work buildings to incredible commercial and hospitality projects and projects with an emphasis on sustainability are just a few of the highlights in this category. Learn how to maximize the potential of all spaces in your home by viewing incredible projects from world-class architects and designers, collated on a single source.
Tour this spectacular modern condo in a rehabbed school in Seattle
E. Cobb Architects in collaboration with RD Interiors has reimagined the former gym and auditorium of an iconic school into a spectacular industrial modern condo. The West Queen Anne School is one of Seattle, Washington’s most iconic abodes. Formerly a public elementary school from 1896 to 1981, the adaptive reuse structure is now high-end condominiums. The […]
Astoundingly beautiful Romanesque villa perched above the Pacific Ocean
This gorgeous romanesque villa boasting 270-degree ocean views was designed by Oatman Architects, located at The Strand, Dana Point, California. A sanctuary of comfort and a triumph of lifestyle, this opulent dwelling is a reimagined medieval cloister, built with a collection of sculptured stone as a celebration of grand Roman architecture. A carved limestone pediment marks the entry […]
An elegant family home in New York is treated to a thoughtful revamp
Smiros & Smiros Architects is responsible for the architecture and interior design of this elegant family home that was reimaged for family living. The residence is nestled in Sands Point, a village located at the northernmost tip of the Cow Neck Peninsula on the North Shore of Long Island in Nassau County, New York. A well-functioning […]
Peaceful lakeside cabin getaway in New Hampshire invites nature inside
This modern lakeside cabin getaway was designed by Massachusetts-based Murdough Design, located on a forested shoreline of Squam Lake, New Hampshire. The lake house provides a peaceful gathering place to escape their city-based and plugged-in lifestyle. The design architecturally frames and amplifies the natural site. The design exudes a modern interpretation of a traditional cabin: […]
Inside a delightful home in Mill Valley with a heavenly backyard retreat
Dreamlife Design was commissioned to transform a spec home from ordinary to extraordinary — including an incredible backyard retreat, located in the Horse Hill neighborhood of Mill Valley, California. The owners of this stunning 4,000 square foot, four-bedroom, five-bath home entered into this project during the construction phase of what was originally a small bungalow. […]
Breathtaking Mallorca country house in the middle of a majestic oak grove
This beautiful country house was designed by LF91 Architecture, located in the middle of an oak grove surrounded by vegetation and forest in Mallorca, Spain. An interior and exterior remodeling project where elegance and sophistication prevail as always, in a completely renovated home, reconverting the different spaces. The interior distribution was completely changed, giving a […]
A treehouse-inspired home in California promoting indoor-outdoor living
This modern treehouse-inspired home was renovated by architecture studio Assembledge+, nestled in the hills of the Laurel Canyon, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. The dwelling is positioned within an enclave of mid-century homes from which it draws its inspiration. Originally a ranch house constructed in 1956, the scope of the project involves a second-story addition […]
Modern Spanish revival home with dreamy interiors in Northern California
SDG Architecture along with Amanda Teal Design collaborated to create this warm and inviting modern Spanish revival home located in Orinda, a city in Contra Costa County, California. Simplistic in nature, the dwelling offers the casual ambiance of a Spanish Revival with a contemporary theme throughout. This Spanish Transitional style is characterized by a warm aesthetic and this […]
Serene lakeside ranch house is perched high above Lake Austin, Texas
LaRue Architects in collaboration with Britt Design Group transformed this 1950’s lakeside cabin with a quirky hexagon shape into a serene lakeside ranch. This 4,100 square foot, one-story ‘Hill Country contemporary’ residence sits on a 1.2-acre site on the west bank of Austin, Texas. Lou Ann and Don McLean purchased the lot in 2012 and reached […]