This Cape Cod inspired transitional custom home was designed by Brandon Architects and built by Spinnaker Development, located on the Balboa Peninsula, a neighborhood of Newport Beach, Orange County, California. This beautifully designed home features both street and harbor appeal. Set on a unique triangular shaped property, there is plenty of street frontage. Yet towards the […]
Contemporary home in Austin offers perfect indoor-outdoor lifestyle
Cornerstone Architects designed this contemporary home for a couple who have a love of entertaining and wished to take full advantage of their property in Austin, Texas. The views, topography, and trees all lead to a terraced design nestled into the landscape. The main living space opens to an outdoor living space, which has the […]
Beautifully designed cottage style home nestled above the St. Croix river
This stunning four bedroom, four-and-a-half bathroom cottage style home was designed by Divine Custom Homes, nestled on the ridge above the St. Croix river in Minnesota. This home was designed to be a timeless classic that feels comfortable, yet still elegant. Sea-side charm and character is created with a white washed color palette using wood and […]
35 Brilliant and inspiring patio ideas for outdoor living and entertaining
If you are looking to create a stylish and comfortable patio for outdoor living and entertaining, we have some fantastic ideas to help you get inspired. However, before you get started, you should survey your property and decide what your needs are. You will need to figure out what available space you have and select […]
Adorable beach cottage in North Carolina features playful pops of color
This 2,300 square foot, seven-bedroom beach cottage, is the summer home of interior designer Janie Molster, located in Nags Head, a beach town on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. The designer wanted a place that she could spend with her family, casual and relaxed yet brimming with colorful details. The design challenge presented itself with needing to […]
Vintage chic farmhouse in Illinois gets refreshed with charming details
Originally built in 1915, this vintage chic farmhouse was completely remodeled and restored by Designstorms LLC, located in Glen Ellyn, a suburban village in DuPage County, Illinois. Taking two years to complete, the designers took on one room at a time. An addition to the home enabled the homeowners to have a new mudroom, dining room […]
Mountain modern lake house nested in the Great Smoky Mountains
This mountain modern lake house was designed by Samsel Architects, located in Bryson City, a small town in North Carolina, which is a gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This impressive home has achieved LEED Gold status, designed to integrate harmoniously with its surrounding Appalachian mountain setting. The understated exterior and carefully selected palette […]
Traditional meets contemporary in this refreshing family home in Indiana
This stunning transitional style family home was designed by Whittney Parkinson Design, located in the suburbs of Indianapolis, Indiana. This fabulous 11,000 square foot home is characterized by traditional architectural details blended with contemporary to create a cohesive home for the modern family. The design team blended a neutral foundation with pops of color to […]
Shingle-styled coastal retreat gets a dreamy makeover in New York
This shingle-styled home has been completely renovated by Nicholas A. Vero Architects in collaboration with Willey Design, located in Quogue, a seaside village in Long Island, New York. What began as a Spanish Colonial home was transformed into a classic shingle-style residence for a large family who enjoys frequent entertaining. The original home featured an unsightly Mediterranean […]
Industrial modern house boasts a serene lakeside setting in Minnesota
This industrial modern house was designed for a family of eight by ALTUS Architecture + Design, located on the Southwest shore of Lake Waconia, Minnesota. The dwelling is set next to a grove of 200-year-old oak trees, which inspired the architectural design—a bold, sculptural response to both the trees and lake. The goal was to […]