This contemporary mountain home designed by Peter Nelson Architecture is nestled into the mountainside to maximize views of the breathtaking continental divide. Located at the historic C Lazy U Ranch in Grand County, Colorado, this 3,500-square-foot dwelling features custom elements at nearly every turn. The layout of the house was organized around the views. 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.
Angular house features breathtaking views over the Los Angeles skyline
Cape Town’s SAOTA, alongside US architect developer David Maman and Belgian interior designer Dieter Vander Velpen, designed this angular house in Bel Air, California. Perched on a steep, triangular site this dwelling boasts striking canyon views extending from Century City to the ocean. Inspired by the site’s geometry and orientation, the exterior has a robust […]
Dreamy mountain hideaway with stunning modern details in Steamboat Springs
Vertical Arts Architecture crafted this Colorado mountain hideaway that blends casual and modern elements, nestled into the hillside of one of Steamboat Springs’ most beautiful valleys. This custom dwelling sits in a private enclave in the woods surrounded by an aspen grove with sweeping views over a nature preserve. The homeowners were seeking a light, […]
A ranch style home in Virginia gets an incredibly inspiring transformation
Moore Architects together with Liz Mearns | Imagine Design has renovated this ranch-style home nestled into a hillside of Arlington, Virginia. Many homes in the region are torn down to make a home livable for the modern family. “This hillside house is the perfect example of what a homeowner can do with their simple ranch-style […]
Beautiful country farmhouse in Northern Michigan with charming interior spaces
Three Barn Farm is a charming and sophisticated farmhouse with interiors by Elizabeth Drake Design, located in Northern Michigan. This dream getaway was designed for an investment banker husband and professional painter wife who desired a family gathering spot for themselves and their grown children. The property includes several acres with apple orchards and sublime […]
Tour this stunning Italianate bungalow designed for empty nesters in Virginia
Moore Architects has designed this stunning Italianate bungalow for a pair of empty-nesters who are recently retired, located in Alexandria, Virginia. The goal of this project was to create an age-in-place home for this retired couple. The program for the house places all of the primary functions for daily living on the main level, with […]
Living in harmony in absolutely stunning multigenerational home in Texas
This spectacular multigenerational home was designed by M Gooden Design for a family to live harmoniously together in Preston Hollow, a neighborhood in north Dallas, Texas. Entitled “Taula” House, the name is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning “Balance.” Guided by the Hindu architecture principles of Vastu shastra, this modern residence expresses a balance between […]
Step inside this Lake Tahoe mountain house with warm rustic vibes
This rustic mountain house retreat showcases cozy wintery vibes thanks to the complete transformation by Aspen Leaf Interior, located in Lake Tahoe, California. The homeowners sought to have a family lodge-style getaway with all of the modern amenities to fit their lifestyle needs. Their main objective was to add a garage and increase the living […]
Warm and cozy rustic chalet in the snowy mountains of the French Alps
Dorothée Simon Architecture transformed an old farm building into a warm and welcoming family chalet nestled in the snow-covered mountains of the Savoy Alps in southeastern France. Initially, the owners of this house planned to repair only the annex — a small structure composed of stone and wood, which was behind the main chalet and […]
Stunning midcentury modern home with Scandinavian twist on Lake Minnewashta
Murphy & Co Design together with Martha Dayton Design designed this 4,500 square foot Scandinavian midcentury-modern inspired home, nestled along Lake Minnewashta, Minnesota. The scope of this project was to create a casually elegant lake house with a simple palette of raw materials and richly textured furnishings. With a material palette of stone, concrete, steel, […]