Whitten Architects are responsible for the renovation of a dilapidated New England cottage on a stunning property overlooking the Damariscotta River in Boothbay, Maine. This region is known for its quaint seaside village of Boothbay Harbor, rocky coastline and working shipyards. The New York-based owners were enchanted by this property whose eastern river views capture […]
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.
This modern contemporary home offers inviting warmth in Oregon
The ‘Sandhill Crane’ is a modern contemporary home by luxury custom home builders Westlake Development Group, located in Lake Oswego, about 8 miles south of Portland, Oregon. This expansive two-story residence encompasses 4,822 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and four-and-one-half bathrooms. The interiors boast high vaulted ceilings, an extravagant gourmet double island kitchen […]
Timber frame barn house gets beautiful renovation in Maine countryside
This beautiful timber frame barn house is the work of Whitten Architects, nestled next to rich conservation land just outside of the downtown of Freeport, Maine. The homeowners were inspired by this property, one has an eye for landscape design, while the other saw plenty of potential in a two-story existing barn on the site. The […]
Modern countryside retreat nestled on idyllic landscape in the Berkshires
Olson Kundig Architects are responsible for the design of this striking modern countryside retreat nestled on three hundred acres of rolling landscape in the Berkshires, Massachusetts. The first challenge of this project was to select the optimal construction site to maximize the surroundings. “The choice was the ecotone—the border between two adjacent ecological systems,” states the […]
House Tour: Modern farmhouse model home in Utah with inspiring details
This modern farmhouse style model home is the work of Magleby Construction along with Simons Design Studio, located in Herriman, a city in southwestern Salt Lake County, Utah. Encompassing just over 3,700 square feet of living space, this bright and airy two-story home offers plenty of inspiring design ideas. Continue below for the full home tour… […]
Contemporary home with a rustic twist in a historic Texas neighborhood
Dado Group in collaboration with David Mills Custom Homes created this newly built contemporary rustic home in a historic neighborhood near the banks of the Guadalupe River, in San Antonio, Texas. Originally drawn to a more traditional aesthetic, the homeowner and design team collaborated extensively. Collectively the team produced a contextually sensitive residence without sacrificing the family’s […]
Tour this incredible four-story home overlooking the Rideau Canal, Ottawa
Christopher Simmonds Architect has designed this four-story contemporary home overlooking the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. An extreme change in grade across the home’s narrow property presented several design challenges. The architects devised a solution that was unconventional, locating the front door on the lower level of this 4,000 square foot dwelling. Normally this would be […]
Modern-rustic lakeside cottage boasts tranquil views in Eastern Ontario
This modern-rustic lakeside cottage was designed by Christopher Simmonds Architect, located in Tay Valley, a township in eastern Ontario, Canada. Perched on a steeply sloping site, this 1,900 square foot cottage was designed to enhance the magnificent views of the water while taking advantage of the spectacular sunsets. The homeowners wanted the new cottage to be modern […]
House Tour: Gorgeous modern English Tudor home in the Upper Midwest
Design-build firm Hendel Homes is responsible for the creation of this beautiful modern English Tudor home located in the city of Prior Lake, just southwest of Minneapolis, Minnesota. This inspiring project entails a modern twist on a country house mixed with luxurious details to create relaxed and elegant living spaces. This expansive home offers the ultimate in […]
Tour a dreamy Nantucket style home with a farmhouse twist in Minnesota
This gorgeous Nantucket style home designed by Hendel Homes is nestled on a private two-acre lakeshore setting in Woodland, Minnesota. A highly-detail historic home, interior living spaces reflect a refined elegance with casual beauty. Entering through the front door, you are greeted with a layering of architectural detailing in moldings, millwork, wainscoting, coffered and beam ceilings, fitted- […]