Portland-based Kaplan Thompson Architects has designed the Crow’s Nest, a net zero energy house located in Mount Desert Island, Maine. The owners of this dwelling had visited the cliffs and coast of Bar Harbor for years with their family. When their kids left the nest, they wanted a more permanent retreat for the place that […]
Rustic meets modern in this beautiful Colorado mountain sanctuary
This stunning modern-rustic mountain sanctuary designed by Vertical Arts Architecture is perched on a hillside in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. While many custom homeowners fall in love with beautiful views, the owners of this property took it to another level. Prior to building, they regularly hiked to the hilltop, set up a bench, and enjoyed picnics to […]
A delightful contemporary home boasts vineyard views in North Carolina
This gorgeous contemporary home was designed by Timberlake Custom Homes, located in a peaceful valley, next to a vineyard in Hayesville, western North Carolina. The exterior facade features board and batten painted in Iron Ore SW 7069 – Sherwin-Williams. The front door is painted in Tricorn Black SW 6258 – Sherwin-Williams, which perfectly complements the […]
Dream Home Tour: An updated European style farmhouse in Minnesota
This gorgeous European-style farmhouse home was renovated by Highmark Builders, nestled among century-old trees outside of Shakopee, Minnesota. The architects transformed this dwelling into a timeless home that can be enjoyed for generations to come. Guests are welcomed up to the home via a large white oak front door that opens into a stunning new foyer that features […]
A modern renovation of a townhouse for empty nesters in Washington, DC
Fowlkes Studio is responsible for the modern renovation of a 1909 townhouse in the Kalorama neighborhood of Washington, D.C., which is known for its historic, millionaire mansions on tree-lined lanes overlooking Rock Creek Park. Text description provided by the architects: “Empty nesters Tabandeh Farahbaksh and Bahram Pourmand wanted to be closer to the action — […]
Tour this charming modern farmhouse with rustic elements in Minnesota
Aspect Design Build mixes rustic farmhouse elements with modern finishes to create a stunning, functional, and livable home in the coveted Cottagewood, Minnesota. This masterpiece boasts six bedrooms and five bathrooms, spanning across 4,981 square feet. This home was sited to ensure the breathtaking views of Lake Independence are present from every room. The house […]
Step inside this warm and inviting mountain dream home in Steamboat Springs
The owners of this inviting mountain dream home in Steamboat Springs fell in love with close-up views of Thunderhead ski lift and a prime location next to Steamboat Ski Resort. They wanted their home to not only have picturesque vistas, but to also feel connected to the mountain. Vertical Arts Architecture was brought on to craft […]
26 Creative And Inspiring Console Table Decor Ideas For Spring
Decorating a console table for spring is a great way to freshen up your home for the season. Adding a few simple touches of spring can transform any room into a bright and cheery oasis. Console tables are the ideal decorative accent for almost any living space and can provide a great focal point for […]
See an absolutely stunning ranch house revival in La Cañada, California
This ranch house revival is the personal family home of designer Courtney Thomas of Courtney Thomas Design, located in La Cañada., California. The original 1500-square-foot ranch house sheltered six people (two adults, four kids, and a dog). There were tight living quarters, even for prior New York City dwellers. The original home was devoid of architectural […]
Step into this stunning lake house with rustic details in South Carolina
This beautiful rustic lake house was designed by Campbell’s Design Service together with Alair Homes, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and along the shores of Lake Hartwell in Clemson, South Carolina. This dwelling features an open concept floor plan, with expansive windows that truly capture the 180-degree lake views. The classic design elements, […]










