This gorgeous contemporary home, called “Nature’s Edge,” was designed by James McNeal Architecture and overlooks the St. Croix River in Hudson, Wisconsin. The residence was crafted for clients who desired a large, sprawling home that didn’t look large and sprawling. The entryway is subdued because the owners did not want visitors to feel they were […]
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A net-zero home surrounded by gardens in the Colorado Rocky Mountains
Known as the Mariposa Garden House, this award-winning indoor-outdoor residence in Boulder, Colorado, was designed by Renée del Gaudio Architecture for a family of three living in the Lower Chautauqua neighborhood at the foot of the Boulder Flatirons. A decade ago, interior designer Stephanie Waddell moved with her husband and young son into an aging […]
This charred barn house harmonizes with its Pennsylvania country setting
This visually striking charred barn house, designed by MaMo Architects, is nestled on a 10-acre countryside property in West Chester, a borough and the county seat of Chester County, Pennsylvania. Contrasting heavy timber with concrete and steel, this barn combines modern and traditional construction methods. An honest, simple interior tells the story of how the […]
This minimalist off-grid cabin is the ultimate Virginia Wine Country escape
Tucked into a 50-acre property along the Appalachian Trail in Delaplane, Virginia, this stunning off-grid cabin retreat designed and built by GreenSpur is the ultimate minimalist family getaway. Located approximately 50 miles due west of Washington, D.C., this compact off-grid escape offers unparalleled views of Virginia’s Wine Country while delivering on its core promise — […]
A stunning mountain home built for indoor outdoor living in Lake Tahoe
Walton Architecture + Engineering envisioned this spectacular modern mountain home in Martis Camp, a private Lake Tahoe community in Northern California. The residence exudes sleek, contemporary lines reminiscent of an art gallery while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. It welcomes the sun, the forests and views, and the comfort of gathering. Step inside this wonderful 8,473-square-foot, six-bedroom, […]
This cantilevered Colorado home takes in the peaceful Rocky Mountain views
CGModern Architecture has designed this spectacular modern mountain home that celebrates its natural surroundings, located in the Blue Mountain Estates, Golden, Colorado. Perched at the far edge of the property, this compact live-work home in the Colorado mountains frames life against the rugged beauty of its surroundings. The two-story structure separates work from home, with […]
Inside a beautiful Amagansett seaside home filled with natural light
Robert Young Architects has crafted this fascinating seaside dwelling in Amagansett, a charming community in Suffolk County, New York. Water’s Edge House is a single-family private residence that features soaring ceilings and expansive windows that create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The contemporary home was designed to maximize the tranquil seaside views and the lovely surroundings. […]
This midcentury modern-inspired home celebrates nature in New Zealand
Parsonson Architects has designed this midcentury modern inspired home, nestled on an expansive site along the gentle lower slopes of Te Mata Peak, overlooking the serene Tukituki River near Hastings, New Zealand. It sits on old river terraces, where the rich, fertile soil was a key attraction. The owners, passionate gardeners, wanted a family home […]
This glass-walled home frames dramatic views of the Grand Teton Mountains
Carney Logan Burke Architects has created this impressive home as a modern art piece, situated on the banks of the Snake River in Jackson, Wyoming. The 6,250-square-foot dwelling is nestled on a 20-acre property, but it presented the architects with several challenges. An Army Corps of Engineers-built berm on the site created a visual barrier […]
Step inside this split-level Venice Beach house with amazing curb appeal
This striking split-level house was designed by M Royce Architecture, in collaboration with Interior Particulier, and tucked into a tight lot near the ocean in Venice Beach, California. Boasting 1,600 square feet of living space with two bedrooms and three bathrooms, the design is reminiscent of sculptural driftwood that has washed ashore. Sustainable features include […]










