ODS Architecture has given this spectacular modern house a makeover, perched on a hillside in Kentfield, Marin County, California. When the architects first approached this project, they were surprised at how nondescript the front yard of the residence was, versus the all-glass backyard with awe-inspiring views of the San Francisco Bay. The scope of this […]
Cathy Schwabe Architecture in collaboration with John Lum Architecture has designed this GreenPoint Rated house located in downtown Palo Alto, California. The cutting-edge design merges seamlessly with comfort and efficiency in this 5,500-square-foot innovative healthy home. With more than 35 green building strategies, highlights include a Hydronic cooling system integrated into the ceilings, refreshing planted living […]
ODS Architecture designed this impressive modern contemporary house that boasts San Francisco Bay views, situated in The Highlands neighborhood of San Mateo, California. This single-story dwelling encompasses 3,000 square feet of living space, created to capture the fabulous views from the backyard. The homeowners wanted an outdoor courtyard that would provide shelter from the occasional […]
This modern house created by the architectural studio Citizen Design graces the central coast of California in San Luis Obispo. Nestled into the landscape, “Pipers Place” is organized around an interior courtyard that allows the family to enjoy the outdoors year-round. The main volume of this 3,500-square-foot home is flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows that allow […]
Kennebunk River Architects have designed this breathtaking shingle-style beach cottage located amidst the coastal sand dunes of Biddeford, Maine. Envisioned as a vacation home, this property presented the project team with a myriad of challenges, including navigating Shore Land Zoning and the Maine Department of Environmental Protection regulations. To add to the complexity, the property […]
Amy Carman Design has beautifully renovated this vacation home for a family who is deeply connected to Elkhart Lake, a village in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. Passionate racing enthusiasts and car collectors, they have been visiting the famed Road America raceway for generations. Looking to put down permanent roots in the area, they invested in a […]
This modern farmhouse retreat was renovated by Kimmel Studio Architects together with Lynbrook of Annapolis, nestled within a serene 14-acre property in Queensland, Maryland. Highlights in this waterfront refuge include beautiful surroundings, minimal architectural features, and folding glass doors that seamlessly connect the interior with the exterior. When a Baltimore family of four went searching […]
Nestled on a woodsy property in Douglas, Michigan, this modern farmhouse home was built as a dream home for interior designer Beth Howley and her extended family. The association design guidelines give a nod to the farmhouses that sit on the sprawling apple orchards of Douglas and Saugatuck. The dwelling features a large atrium that […]
SANDBOX Studio in collaboration with Mark Tanner Construction has designed this stunning mountain contemporary-style home located in Truckee, California. This five-bedroom and five-and-a-half bathroom dwelling was created to take maximize its incredible surroundings and provide the ultimate entertainment space with unrivaled indoor-outdoor living. Constructed on a spacious property at the edge of Martis Camp and […]
Crisp Architects has designed this delightful gambrel-style country home, situated on a property with peaceful views of rolling fields and mountains of foliage in Milan, a town in Dutchess County, New York. The gambrel roof stands out as a striking focal point for the front elevation, seamlessly harmonizing with the modern country aesthetic that defines […]
