This three-story contemporary home was designed for family living by Studio 9 One 9, located on a hilltop elevation in Manhattan Beach, California. The project involved creating a home for a young family on a compact walk street lot that would give them a sense of peace and privacy, while at the same time not […]
Modernized historic farmhouse in Virginia: Snowy Owl Farm
Originally constructed in 1730, this modernized historic farmhouse property was renovated by architect Mark Turner and designer Cortney Bishop, located in Round Hill, Virginia. Entitled “Snowy Owl Farm”, the Russell family purchased the property back in 2013. There was a perk that came with the purchase of the land, George Washington’s fathers original gravestone! The new homeowners requested […]
Colorful waterfront home with retro-inspired design in Mallorca
This colorful waterfront home is the work of the owner, the architect and interior designer Christine Leja of Bconnected, located in Mallorca, Spain. Leja has been described as a visionary, who pursued a very specific idea when it came to designing her own home. At first glance, the house evoked a mid-century Californian style home. The […]
Idyllic contemporary residence with privileged views of Lake Calhoun
This beautiful contemporary residence was designed and built by John Kraemer & Sons, located on Lake Calhoun, the largest lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Fully integrated into its elevated site, this abode offers a unique combination of privacy from adjacent homes and magnificent lake views. Encompassing 2,800 square feet of living space, the home offers three bedrooms and three bathrooms, […]
Sustainably designed modern farmhouse near the California coast
A gorgeous modern farmhouse was designed by Gast Architects for a retired couple and is located on acres of rolling hills near the coast, just outside of Arroyo Grande, in San Luis Obispo County, California. The new homeowners requested a contemporary-style farmhouse that resembles the vernacular architectural buildings of the surrounding vicinity. The 3,277 square-foot […]
Beach house flooded with light and freshness on the Mediterranean Sea
Built in the 1950s, this beautiful Mediterranean style beach house is located in Jávea, a coastal town in the province of Alicante, Valencia, Spain, by the Mediterranean Sea. When the home was originally constructed, there was no road in the area. Fisherman took several trips to bring materials in by boat. There was no architect […]
Modern Hollywood Hills dream home with rooftop entertainment deck
This stunning contemporary residence with a spacious open floor plan was designed by NE Designs, located in West Hollywood, Los Angeles County, California. There are two levels encompassing 4,189 square feet of living space with five bedrooms and seven bathrooms. There are plenty of luxurious features throughout this residence including four fireplaces, two of which are […]
Timeless elegance on display in this transitional style home in Australia
The Montauk is a transitional style home designed as a display home by building company Webb & Brown-Neaves, located in Waterford, Western Australia, Australia. The residence is comprised of 3,229 square feet (300 square meters) with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. With crisp, clean lines and classic elegance throughout the interiors, this display home will make you […]
Modern-rustic lake house in Georgia: Lake Bluff Lodge
Lake Bluff Lodge is a breathtaking modern-rustic home designed and built by Modern Rustic Homes, located on the Blue Ridge Lake in Georgia. The homeowners requested their home to be built with craftsman touches, designed for entertaining and comfortable living. The 4,049 square foot dwelling is located on a deeply sloped site, presenting its own challenges. […]
Bookshelf rehab: 33 Amazing ways to add color coordinated books
An ordinary bookcase can be completely transformed into a rainbow of color when you have coordinated books arranged by hue, creating a magnetic appeal. Have a look through your collection in a new light, see what you might be able to do to re-work it to make it more attractive. Your bookshelves can be the […]










