This refined lake house was designed by Samsel Architects, located on Lake James, a large reservoir in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Constructed over a challenging site, the architects devised this house to be bridged over three rocky ravines. They took their design inspiration from old wooden bridges to create a home rooted in the […]
contemporary
A gorgeous post and beam home has serene views over coastal Maine
This wonderful post and beam home was designed by Acorn Deck House Company, located on Penobscot Bay, an inlet of the Gulf of Maine and the Atlantic Ocean in south central Maine. Called “NextHouse”, this home was devised to maximize the site’s panoramic ocean vistas while still allowing for complete privacy from the neighboring property. […]
An irresistible Minnesota lake house that encourages indoor/outdoor living
PLAAD Architects is responsible for the design of this impressive contemporary lake house located on White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The exterior facade of this home presents a curated and restrained single-level view from the street, while completely opening up to sweeping views of the lake at the back of the property. Three vertical concrete massing elements […]
Visually striking lake house with a casual modern aesthetic in Minnesota
This beautiful modern lake house was designed by Swan Architecture in collaboration with Streeter & Associates, nestled on White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Filled with small-town charm and big-city attractions, the community is ideally located just outside of downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. This project so beautifully demonstrates the confluence of the owners’ admiration for many styles of […]
A delightful Hawaiian home designed for multi-generational family living
Kelly & Stone Architects is responsible for the design of this multi-generational family home that features a traditional Tahoe lodge design with modern elements, located in Koloa on the south shore of Kauai, Hawaii. Entering into this home, the main level has a spacious gabled great room with heavy timber trusses that functions as a gathering […]
Inside a ski-in and ski-out retreat amidst the glorious Yellowstone Club
Locati Architects in collaboration with Champalimaud Design has designed this luxury mountain retreat nestled atop the Rocky Mountains in The Yellowstone Club community of Big Sky, Montana. This residence is a ski-in and ski-out retreat set amidst one of the most scenic landscapes in the United States. Spacious and luxurious, this spacious mountain chalet is an […]
A beautifully reimagined lake house boasts idyllic views over Lake Austin
Ryan Street Architects in collaboration with Studio Seiders reimagined this inviting contemporary lake house nestled on the shores of Lake Austin, Texas. Constructed in the 1970s, this home was positioned in an idyllic setting yet was completely outdated. The owners, a young family of four, commissioned the design team to update their home and gave […]
Tour this contemporary ranch house in Georgia with inspiring design ideas
Brad Dassler-Bethel Architect in collaboration with Hall Design Build has imagined this contemporary ranch-style house, located in Mableton, Georgia. This award winning, luxurious home reinvents the ranch-style house to suit the lifestyle and taste of today’s modern family. Featuring vaulted ceilings, large windows and a screened porch, this home embraces the open floor plan concept and […]
Tour this warm and contemporary house that overlooks Lake Washington
This contemporary lake house was designed by Stuart Silk Architects, nestled on a quiet bay on the western shore of Lake Washington in Seattle. The principal goal when designing this home was to capitalize on the spectacular lake views that makes this property special. Inside, you will find that the entire dwelling is focused on […]
Tour this beautifully inspiring beach house getaway in Santa Rosa Beach
Geoff Chick and Associates is responsible for the design of this stunning beach house getaway located in Santa Rosa Beach, a community in Walton County, Florida. Warm and dramatic lighting guides the way through the layered entry sequence to the second-level living area. A layered exterior facade blends pristine stucco, horizontal wood siding, and cedar shake […]








