This net-zero energy home with clean and contemporary details was designed for a family of four by Atmosphere Design Build, located in Nevada City, California. With handcrafted details found throughout this home’s 1,600 square feet, the family was thoroughly committed to keeping the carbon footprint small. For the design of this two-bedroom, two bath dwelling, inspiration […]
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Modern minimalist house provides refreshing oasis in the Arizona desert
This modern minimalist house, the vision of The Ranch Mine in collaboration with Boxwell Homes is located on a 2-acre site in North Phoenix, Arizona. The 4,090-square-foot house encircles a central courtyard, forming it’s “O” shape. Intricate details can be found throughout, including slat-walnut paneling, polished concrete floors, and expansive glazing sourced from Western Windows. ‘O-asis’ is […]
Serene ranch house in Colorado delivering exceptional mountain views
This serene ranch house designed by Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects is nestled on a 100 acre site in a remote area of southwest Colorado. The property is in the region known as the Four Corners (where Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah converge). In order to enjoy the distant spot while on vacation there, […]
Retreat to this fabulous mountain lake house in Colorado’s high desert
Dominick Architects were responsible for the design of this spectacular mountain lake house nestled in the high desert town of Fruita, Colorado. The region is known for its dry temperatures that can sit at over 100 degrees for weeks at a time. This played a major impact on the design, materials and layout to keep the home […]
Sophisticated modern cabin in the Midwest captures serene lake views
This sophisticated modern cabin was designed by Peterssen Keller Architecture, nestled just off the shore of Pelican Lake in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Flanked by traditional cabins, this striking lake house brings architectural diversity to this lakeshore community. The structure features a standing seam metal and flat top roof with a rock ballast. Throughout the year, the […]
Striking modern refuge surrounded by ancient cedars on Bainbridge Island
This striking modern refuge was designed by Coates Design Seattle Architects, located on Bainbridge Island, Washington. An honest expression of materials and structure defines this 1,500 square foot house both indoors and out. Concrete-block bearing walls, exposed beams, roof decking, and a stained concrete floor are all revealed in the home’s open interior. Generous window openings, along with […]
Concrete seaside retreat embraces indoor-outdoor living in Baja, Mexico
Walker Warner Architects are responsible for the design of this amazing concrete seaside retreat, nestled along the coast of Baja, Mexico. Created to be in harmony with its coastal environment, this fabulous retreat embraces beauty along with durability. Custom concrete walls were fabricated to match to the color of local sand, poured in lifts to […]
Tour this tranquil retreat in California Wine Country: Sonoma Farmhaus
SkB Architects has designed the Sonoma Farmhaus project for a cycling enthusiast with a globally demanding professional career, located in Graton, a town in west Sonoma County, California. The owner desired a place that could be used as both a retreat of solitude and a gathering spot to share with friends and family. This modern farmhouse encompasses 2,057 […]
Minimally designed home showcases tranquil views over Big Sky Country
This spectacular minimally designed home was created by Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects, nestled on 35 acres outside of Whitefish, Montana. Sitting at the edge of a field, this 3,500 square foot home was sited along the Stillwater River to take advantage of this property’s tranquil setting. Views and access to the water were desired, along […]
Glass and concrete home in Texas offers fabulous indoor-outdoor connectivity
This spectacular concrete home was designed by Specht Architects, located in Preston Hollow, a neighborhood in north Dallas, Texas. The design of this 8,000 square foot house was driven by the desire to blur the lines between inside and outside while providing a sense of privacy and seclusion from the street and surrounding neighborhood, at the […]