This urban farmhouse cottage was designed for family living by Swan Architecture, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Called the “Red Door Retreat”, the exterior facade of this home has a black and white palette with an inviting red door. On the outside, crisp yet graceful modern farmhouse touches, while the interiors offer more moody, classic attention […]
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A warm yet inviting modern lake cottage in Canada used for entertaining
This beautiful modern lake cottage was designed by Altius Architecture, located in North Kawartha, a township in northern Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada. Situated on the original Chandos Estates property, this cottage replaced an old single-storey cottage that was hidden from view by a large perimeter hedge. The hedge was removed to reveal wonderful views of the […]
Tour a remarkable cottage style home that overlooks Lake Minnetonka
This beautifully crafted cottage style lake home by Charlie & Co. Design showcases elegant details with modern conveniences, located in Excelsior, Minnesota. Impeccable architecture and thoughtful details make this five-bedroom, five-bathroom home a true masterpiece. Step inside to find open and inviting living spaces that offer a mixture of enchanting details and high-end finishes. The charming, shingle-style […]
A shingle style colonial cottage in East Hampton gets a breezy makeover
This shingle-style Colonial cottage was beautifully renovated by designer Thom Filicia, located in East Hampton, a village in Suffolk County, New York. This historic home was given a fresh and playful makeover for a young couple with two children. At the request of the homeowners, this home needed to have a relaxed vibe, durable materials, and […]
Inside a fairytale stone cottage in the beautiful Colorado Rockies
This fairytale stone cottage was designed by TKP Architects in collaboration with Old Greenwich Builders, located in Genesee, Jefferson County, Colorado. This award-winning and intimate cottage was rebuilt on the site of a deteriorating outbuilding. A tiny guest cottage of just 500 square feet, the timeless design was inspired by old National Parks rough-stone shelters that the […]
A lake cottage renovation in perfect harmony with Quebec’s serene forest
This beautiful lake cottage renovation project is by Paul Bernier Architecte, located on a woodsy property in Lanaudière, a region in Quebec, Canada. Anchored on the rocky edge of a lake, this astonishing 2,700 square foot cottage is the meeting point between a classic log cabin and a contemporary haven of peace. The cottage has been […]
A craftsman style home with beautiful modern rustic details in Kansas
This refined craftsman-style cottage was designed for a family of five by NSPJ Architects, located in Prairie Village, a city in Johnson County, Kansas. An existing structure was on the property, however, to meet the lifestyle needs of this family, they required a larger living footprint. They decided to tear down the existing structure […]
A delightful seaside cottage retreat in Cornwall: The Oyster Catcher
“The Oyster Catcher” is a weather-beaten seaside cottage retreat located in Mousehole, a village and fishing port in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. Nestled on the harbor’s edge, this luxury coastal holiday home has foundations dating back to the early 1600s, with much of its history shared with the Cornish fishing industry. The structure’s former functions […]
Dreamy coastal cottage enjoys a tranquil lakeside setting in the Midwest
Liv4 Architecture has designed this dreamy coastal cottage retreat that is located on Cross Lake, a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. This house and adjacent carriage house offer plenty of opportunity for lounging after a long day on the lake. Truly coastal in nature, whitewashed wood and reclaimed timber beams accent the interior, throughout. […]
Quaint shingle style cottage in New York receives a stunning makeover
This quaint shingle-style cottage was completely renovated by Smiros & Smiros Architects, located in Sea Cliff, a village located within the Town of Oyster Bay in Nassau County, New York. “Life experiences teach us, and we mature to the mold of a new lifestyle,” states the architects. A longstanding relationship with the clients had offered […]