Shawn Gottschalk, principal and partner of StudioMET Architects, designed this midcentury home situated in the Garden Oaks/Oak Forest neighborhood of Houston, Texas. The main objective of the architect’s personal family home was its connection to the outdoors. Unlike other brand-new houses in their neighborhood, this dwelling embraced a simple, functional pavilion. In an age of real […]
Laura U Design Collective has reimagined a 1920s ranch-style house nestled in the quiet tree-lined community of Hedwig Village, just outside of Houston, Texas. The homeowners loved their house but it did not quite meet their lifestyle needs. A full-scale renovation included a brand-new mudroom, an upgraded kitchen, and a completely refreshed owner’s bedroom suite. […]
The Ranch Mine together with Identity Construction has designed and built this modern courtyard home situated on a spacious property in central Phoenix, Arizona. The design of this home is inspired by the ancient art of pottery — one of the homeowners is a ceramic artist. The front elevation consists of three primary materials, board-formed […]
With a focus on the heavily treed surroundings and creating diverse indoor and outdoor living areas, Cornerstone Architects opted for a Texas Hill Country Contemporary style to highlight the home’s unique features and maximize living spaces. The home experience of this Austin, Texas dwelling starts with a breezy Lanai that opens up to the courtyard, […]
McLeod Bovell Modern Houses in collaboration with JBannisterHomes has designed this minimalist waterfront home located in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Nestled on a steep waterfront property, this two-story, 6,600-square-foot dwelling is surrounded by a suburban context. The Four & Four House seamlessly blends the homeowner’s love for mid-century, post-and-beam construction with contemporary adaptations. The […]
Located in Beverly Hills, California, this impressive modern home, boasting luxurious details, was designed for a family of five by McClean Design. From its perch, this dwelling captures magnificent views looking east towards the San Gabriel mountains with a unique view of the Hollywood sign and the Griffith Observatory. Because the usable area of the […]
Portland, Oregon-based Skylab Architecture is teaming up with kit home manufacturer Steel Hut to design innovative, budget-friendly options for Quonset-style living that provide increased fire resistance and durability for harsh climates. Quonset-style hut homes are considered lightweight structures comprised of corrugated galvanized steel that don’t require interior wall supports. “It’s an incredible opportunity to work with Steel […]
ARRCC and SAOTA Architects have designed the Winelands Villa, a contemporary country house located in Gentleman’s Estate at Val de Vie in the Paarl-Franschhoek Valley, a luxury smallholding concept along the banks of the Berg River in Cape Town, South Africa. This fabulous dwelling boasts views of the Drakenstein, Simonsberg, and Paarl Rock Mountains within […]
The Ranch Mine has designed this spectacular low-slung courtyard style house nestled in Paradise Valley, an Arizona town embraced by desert landscapes and mountains. The project team created this house to elevate the spirit of its surroundings while blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living, crafting a home where the arid beauty of the […]
The impressive minimalist refuge was designed by MMW Architects, located in the peaceful landscape of Rattlesnake Valley, Missoula, Montana. Entitled “Las Palmas Residence”, this dwelling draws inspiration from the mid-century modern homes of Palm Springs, seamlessly integrating local materials to establish a profound connection with its surroundings. Initially presenting a modest and secluded facade to […]
