SALA Architects together with Lucy Interior Design have completely transformed a 1990s cabin into a midcentury modern home nestled on a small lake near Avon, Minnesota. This whole-house renovation was the third perennial design iteration for the owner in three decades. The first was a modest cabin. The second added a main-level bedroom suite. The […]
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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.
A magnificent glass house designed for a retired couple in the Berkshires
Specht Novak Architects crafted this glass house for a retired couple seeking simplicity, nestled on a sprawling 9.75-acre grass field in the Berkshires, Massachusetts. Designed and built as a glass framed minimalist dwelling, a complete 180 from their previous ornate and fanciful cluttered home — a historic mansion. The couple decided to furnish the new […]
100-year-old cottage gets a beautiful vintage modern makeover in Texas
Urbanology Designs has reimagined this historic cottage into a beautiful modern-vintage vacation retreat situated in the heart of the quaint town of Weatherford, Texas. Constructed in the early 1900s, this enchanting cottage was completely transformed to showcase unique design elements. This 1,755 square foot, three-bedroom, and two-bathroom cottage offers a uniquely elevated vacation rental experience […]
A modern farmhouse retreat gets a magnificent renovation on Orcas Island
Heliotrope Architects recently renovated this modern waterfront farmhouse retreat, tucked away on a remote property on Orcas Island, off the coast of Washington State. In updating the interior and exterior, the design firm opened up the home to scenic water and mountain views, which had been previously closed off. The owners did not need more […]
This modern California home gets a playful renovation with pops of color
Levy Art + Architecture together with Sayde Mark Designs have renovated this modern family home situated in Potrero Hill, San Francisco, California. Initially envisioning a monochromatic grey exterior, the homeowners instead decided to let their personality shine through by adding accents of yellow to highlight the double-canted roof. Additionally, the base of the structure features […]
Innovative Quonset-style steel hut homes designed for modern living
Portland, Oregon-based Skylab Architecture is teaming up with kit home manufacturer Steel Hut to design innovative, budget-friendly options for Quonset-style living that provide increased fire resistance and durability for harsh climates. Quonset-style hut homes are considered lightweight structures comprised of corrugated galvanized steel that don’t require interior wall supports. “It’s an incredible opportunity to work with Steel […]
A chic contemporary home boasts unforgettable views over Santa Barbara
Harrison Design together with Giffin & Crane has crafted this stunning contemporary home nestled in Santa Barbara, a coastal city in Santa Barbara County, California. From the imposing exterior street facade, the curved structure invites you up to the front entryway, courtesy of a concrete staircase flanked by terraced gardens. Expansive walls of curved glass […]
Indoor/outdoor living finds perfect balance in this midcentury Texas house
Webber + Studio, Architects, in collaboration with custom builder Risinger Homes, revitalized this midcentury modern house situated in Austin, Texas. This 5,000-square-foot home is nestled in the scenic Mount Bonnell area, which is a prominent point alongside the Lake Austin portion of the Colorado River. The scope of this project entails the remodeling and addition […]
Shelter Island beach house is designed as idyllic escape from everyday life
This serene beach house, crafted by Wettling Architects, provides an idyllic family vacation retreat nestled on Shelter Island, an island town in Suffolk County, New York. This seaside property is nestled on the far eastern edge of Shelter Island, across the bay from the Mashomack Nature Preserve, offering a relaxing escape from the bustle of […]
Old world charm meets contemporary luxury in this gorgeous Calgary house
THAD INC and Lighthouse Custom Homes collaborated to create this beautiful house that blends old-world European charm with contemporary sophistication, nestled in the Watermark at Bearspaw community in Calgary, Alberta. This 3,982-square-foot residence boasts refined luxury from the moment you step inside. Drawing inspiration from the timeless elegance of traditional architecture, the design of this […]