Moore Park Residence is an infill house designed by Drew Mandel Architects, situated in the neighborhood of Moore Park, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This sensational 2,880 square foot home was one of 15 recipients of the 2014 Design Excellence Awards from the Ontario Association of Architects. It represents the first tear-down replacement on an established street […]
Sustainably Designed Cascading Creek House in Austin
Cascading Creek House is a contemporary single family residence that has been designed by Bercy Chen Studio, located in Austin, Texas. The property was conceived less as a house and more as an extension and outgrowth of the limestone and aquifers of Central Texas. Just recently completed, this 11,796 square foot home incorporates plenty of […]
Escape to the luxury resort of Kandolhu Island, Maldives
Kandolhu Island is an exquisite luxury resort in the Maldives, a tiny private island showcasing a beautiful white sand beach and pristine coral reef. The resort features just 30 villas in five different styles, each style distinct in design. All of these villas perfectly combine natural elements of the Maldives with local architecture, modern interiors […]
Beautiful residence surrounded by a wooded landscape
Designed by Robert M. Gurney Architect, this gorgeous residence has been organized into two volumes that are connected by glass bridges, situated in Glen Echo, Maryland, just outside of Washington, DC. This newly developed property is nestled on a sloping, wooded lot offering views of the Potomac River in the distance. The home was designed on the lot so that the architects […]
Toronto home integrated into nature: Ravine Residence
Ravine Residence was designed to accommodate the integration of life with nature by Hariri Pontarini Architects, located in an area of North Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The 12,000 square foot (1,115 square meters ) contemporary home was completed in 2006, situated within a large ravine system. This private residence not only takes advantage of the surrounding […]
Sustainable glass dwelling in Sonoma County: Marra Road
Marra Road House project was designed by Dowling Studios as a weekend home for a family who live in San Francisco, located in Sonoma County, California. The house is located on an 8 acre site, nestled in a unique surrounding of redwood groves, a seasonal creek, grassy meadows and rolling vineyards. The indoor/outdoor living experience […]
Impressive modern beach cottage on Shelter Island, NY
Shelter Island House is a waterfront property that has been designed by Michael Haverland Architect, located on almost four acres on the highest point on Shelter Island, New York. After careful analysis, the existing beach cottage was retained to be “green” and not wasteful. The 3,400 square foot addition is modern yet contextual, composed of […]
Mid-Century Modern Westlake Ranch House in Austin
With a luminous and airy modern layout, this mesmerizing ranch house was designed by Mark Ashby Design in collaboration with Schiflet Group Architects in Austin, Texas. The home was originally constructed in 1961 and was in need to a major overhaul, reconfiguring the interior layout and updating finishes and materials. The new design features an open floor plan with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows […]
Miner’s cottage restoration in Australia: Vintage House Daylesford
Vintage House Daylesford is an 1860s miner’s cottage that has been completely restored and re-designed by interior designer Kali Cavanagh, located on the border of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, Victoria, Australia. Surrounded by various established trees, Vintage House Daylesford sits high on almost an acre of land with views over Wombat State Forest and Doctors […]
47 Absolutely brilliant subway tile kitchen ideas
When it comes to a beautiful classic backsplash, nothing beats decorating with a traditional subway tile, a staple for any kitchen design. Subway tiles can make cleaning up kitchen messes an effortless task, plus there is a such a wide variety to select from, turning an ordinary kitchen and into an extraordinary kitchen. One thing […]










