As we continue our roundups of the best of 2025, we are now moving on to the most popular living rooms we have showcased here on One Kindesign. The living room is a central gathering space that should feel stylish and comfortable, serving as a hub for relaxation, entertainment, and socializing. A well-decorated living room […]
A striking Colorado mountain house with scenic views of Grand Lake
This contemporary mountain lake house, custom-designed by MA Studios, is tucked along Jericho Road on the south shore of Grand Lake, Colorado, where Rocky Mountain National Park meets the Arapaho National Forest. The owner spent his boyhood summers sailing on this mountain lake, then, as an adult, dreamed of building a home where he and […]
A serene seaside retreat embraces indoor–outdoor living in Stinson Beach
This calming seaside retreat was crafted by Butler Armsden Architects for a family of six on an unusual two-lot property in Stinson Beach, Marin County, California. A dramatic horizontal architectural composition, the home is subtle from the street but opens to view-filled pavilions facing the lagoon and the coastal range. Painterly strokes of Shou Sugi […]
See this rustic mountainside home with amazing Sierra Nevada views
Loverde Builders has beautifully crafted this rustic mountainside home situated in Truckee, a town nestled in the Sierra Nevada, California. When designing this project, the challenge was to create the perfect balance between contemporary, fresh, and clean design with natural materials that blend with the mountain landscape. This home not only accomplishes that balance but […]
Modern rustic house in Tennessee with spectacular Smoky Mountain views
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Walland, Tennessee, this breathtaking rustic modern mountain house was designed by C.S. Harrop Architects in collaboration with Hickory Construction. The Blackberry Mountain residence features a dramatic two story wall of glass, complemented by intricate European oil finished flooring and a sleek glass railing staircase. The […]
A mountain dream home in South Carolina surrounded by a glorious forest
This rustic modern mountain dream home was designed with care, down to every delicate detail, by Wright Design in collaboration with Ridgeline Design Studio, located in The Reserve at Lake Keowee, in Sunset, South Carolina. The homeowners are a couple and their two miniature dachshunds, who embarked on their home-building journey with a clear vision […]
Inside a contemporary Maine farmhouse filled with inspiring design ideas
This gorgeous contemporary farmhouse, designed by Winkelman Architecture and built by Thomas & Lord, sits on 4.9 acres in the heart of Kennebunkport, Maine. Nestled along the Kennebunk River, the 5,567-square-foot property features four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half-bathrooms, offering breathtaking views of the renowned Cape Arundel Golf Course and spectacular sunsets. The exterior […]
This Wyoming mountain house has majestic views over the Snake River Valley
This modern mountain house is a collaboration between Reid Smith Architects and Reverence Architects, perched above the Snake River Valley and set within the Snake River Sporting Club in Jackson, Wyoming. At first glance, this home reveals itself quietly—its silhouette modest, a study in restraint. But approach the prow-shaped ridge on which it rests, and […]
Step into this stunning South Carolina lakefront home overlooking Lake Keowee
This gorgeous lakefront home was designed by Johnston Design Group and is situated within the privacy of an oak and hickory forest setting in The Reserve at Lake Keowee, Sunset, South Carolina. This lake house expresses its time and place with a forward-looking aesthetic that respects the traditional design of neighboring homes. Spread over two levels, this dwelling encompasses […]
A 1930s Victorian bungalow gets an amazing modern addition in Austin
Austin couple Holly Beth and Matt Potter purchased a historic, rundown Victorian bungalow, circa 1935, nestled in one of Austin, Texas’s most historic and established neighborhoods. They loved the historic nature of the home abound with character and incredible millwork. The Potters had plans to restore and add an addition, as the home is situated […]










