This spectacular compact home was designed by Shed Architects, perched on a high bank waterfront property on Whidbey Island, Washington. Created with both views and privacy, this home also has a flex space for a couple who is slowly transitioning into their retirement years. A shed roof provides refuge to 915 square feet of living […]
This spectacular river house was designed by Finne Architects, located on a narrow site facing the Deschutes River in Bend, Oregon. The 2,950 square foot, three bedroom and three-and-a-half bath dwelling was sited to preserve a beautiful stone ledge close to the water, with the main wood deck hovering a few inches above the stone. […]
This urban farmhouse cottage was designed for family living by Swan Architecture, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Called the “Red Door Retreat”, the exterior facade of this home has a black and white palette with an inviting red door. On the outside, crisp yet graceful modern farmhouse touches, while the interiors offer more moody, classic attention […]
Christopher Strom Architects has designed this modern prairie style home for family living, located in Stillwater, Minnesota. This 5,200 square foot dwelling has five bedrooms and three bathrooms and a wonderful indoor/outdoor connection that frames expansive views of rolling hills and ancient heritage trees. The site posed unique design challenges for the project team. The dwelling […]
CLB Architects are responsible for the interior design of this family retreat set amidst the grandeur of the mountains of Park City Utah. The owners are based in New York City, wishing for a warm and comfortable home as a part-time escape, and a pursuit that proved increasingly worthwhile following the onset of the COVID-19 […]
Aidlin Darling Design is responsible for the design of this modern desert retreat nestled on a rocky desert plateau outside of Palm Desert, California. This 3,100 square foot dwelling is tightly nestled within a constellation of boulders, overlooking the Coachella Valley and the San Jacinto Mountain Range beyond. The diagram of the home is a triptych of […]
This spectacular mountainside retreat was built by OakBridge Timber Framing, nestled on an 8-acre property near Sapphire, North Carolina. This unique dwelling graces a hillside, designed so that every room overlooks a majestic naturally occurring waterfall. The property features incredible views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, acres of forestland, and twin 70-foot waterfalls that descend over […]
This net-zero family retreat was designed by Olson Kundig Architects, located in the Tehachapi Mountains of Southern California. Set into the tough, scrubby landscape, Sawmill harnesses the challenges and opportunities of its remote site. This dwelling emphasizes sustainable strategies and reclaimed materials. Demonstrating that high design can also be high performance, this home functions completely off […]
Welcome your guests with these cozy and inviting Christmas front porch decor ideas for a wonderful holiday season. We have gathered together a collection of festive inspiration to help you deck out your porch. Each one of the ideas is easy to DIY, just have a look below each of the images for more source […]
This mountain craftsman-style home was designed by The Architectural Studio in collaboration with Morgan-Keefe Builders, located in Balsam Mountain Preserve, North Carolina. A custom build called “Cliff Haven” offering luxury mountain living with woodsy surroundings and jaw-dropping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Balsam Mountain Preserve is a private, gated, mountain, golf, and equestrian community […]
