Nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Champlain, Vermont, this newly built, eco-friendly house was created by Battle Associates Architects. Perched on a bluff, the property features spectacular views of the Adirondack Mountains. A celebration of timber construction, this modernized version of a Victorian-era stick-style-inspired home features a copper-clad chimney and copper roof. Views of […]
Green Homes
Environmental sustainability has always been a unique topic, especially with so many homes and commercial properties aiming to be LEED certified. We delve into some really fun designs that showcase beautiful materials and clever use of sustainable elements culminating into functionality and great architecture that we can all be fascinated with. Have a look at some satisfying environmentally friendly properties that will leave you inspired to want to emulate some of the ideas featured here into your own home design, whether it be a new-build or a renovation project.
Step into this outstanding Connecticut farmhouse with a contemporary edge
Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects created this modern house, a contemporary interpretation of the traditional farmhouse style, nestled on 100 acres in northwestern Connecticut. The homeowners were interested in a house that fit in with the landscape while offering ample natural light with views of the surrounding property. The design of this 3,800-square-foot dwelling uses […]
Modern prairie house in Minnesota has stunning Asian-inspired elements
The modern prairie house was crafted with attention to detail by James McNeal Architecture together with City Homes situated in Medina, Minnesota. This two-bed and two-and-a-half-bath architectural masterpiece seamlessly blends the sleek, clean lines of a modern home with subtle nods to the serenity of Asian-inspired design elements. Central to the design philosophy of Modern […]
Beautifully updated timber frame house in Nantucket goes LEED gold
This historic timber frame house was beautifully reimagined by Rosenberg Kolb Architects, nestled on Nantucket, a small island just off Cape Cod, Massachusetts. This 1,747-square-foot dwelling is the first historic renovation project in Nantucket to achieve LEED Gold status. The project was given a Grand Award by Eco Home Magazine. Highlights of this project include: […]
Inside a striking passive solar house nestled in the woods of Pennsylvania
Wyant Architecture in collaboration with Hanson Fine Building has designed this passive solar house nestled on a wooded 1.5-acre property in Wallingford, Pennsylvania. Composed of a cluster of volumes, marked prominently by a gabled roof form, this dwelling combines contemporary architecture, environmental responsibility, and a flexible open floor plan that fosters ample opportunities for a […]
This compact Toronto house gets a stunning modern makeover
Altius Architecture is responsible for the renovation and addition of a post-war home into a striking modern house located in Etobicoke, a suburb of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In doing so, one of the main challenges was to take what was a very awkward existing facade to the street edge, and without major renovation work, strengthen […]
LEED Gold contemporary mountain house showcases Rocky Mountain views
Krueger Architecture together with RA Nelson Construction crafted this environmentally conscious, LEED Gold mountain house nestled in Lake Creek, Colorado. The home was positioned on the property to take advantage of the rugged mountain views and the meandering river. The interior living spaces have been designed to extend to the outdoor spaces drawing nature in, as […]
Inside a stunning modern timber frame house in the woods of Pennsylvania
Gaskill Architecture designed this modern timber frame house that terraces into the moraine landscaping, nestled into the woods sitting on eighteen acres in Portersville, Pennsylvania. Large rocks, ferns, and a diverse mixture of deciduous trees make up the landscape. The house was designed as a true blend of landscape and architecture. As you approach the […]
Inside a peaceful modern refuge perched on a mountainside in North Carolina
This peaceful refuge with clean lines and modern warmth was designed by Altura Architects to maximize the surrounding beauty of Lake Toxaway, North Carolina. This home belongs to a family of five who found this property after evacuating their coastal South Carolina home during a hurricane. Consequently, a sense of shelter and protection was fundamental to […]
Step into this amazing California ranch house designed for sustainable living
ORR Design Office is responsible for the design of this unique contemporary-styled ranch house that is located in a mature neighborhood near the heart of Downtown Danville, California. This 4,030 square foot LEED Platinum certified home is nestled upon a sloping hillside redeveloped property, which had an existing older home that the family resided in […]