San Francisco’s most extraordinary contemporary conversion penthouse loft tucked in the heart of the bustling Rincon Hill. Built in 1928 with a 20th century industrial facade, the former Smitty Knitting Factory was converted in 1998 by renowned Bay Area architects Abrams & Milliken. The upper level features a captivating grand salon with 20 foot exposed […]
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Modern rustic Spanish home
The fusion of traditional architecture in the North of Spain and a comprehensive restoration created an interior with warm and open spaces. Respecting the traditional features of this cottage was a priority for Joaquin Diaz, who took full charge of his transformation. His vision conceived spacious and bright rooms spread over two floors. The first […]
Modern warehouse conversion in Dusseldorf
Bruno Erpicum was the architect entrusted with designing this warehouse conversion. It is now the home of a couple with a passion for architecture who were keen to make one of Dusseldorf’s rare ruins their own. The reconversion was closely overseen by the administrative authorities, since this old factory in the city center miraculously avoided […]
Medieval 16th century restoration in Spain
Barcelona architect Anna Noguera has converted a sixteenth-century house in Girona, Spain into two contemporary holiday apartments. Located in the core part of Girona’s medieval quarter, within the scope of the first wall and overlooking the Plaça de Sant Domènec, is the property Alemanys 5. The refurbishment has been undertaken with very few materials: iron, […]
Tour this gorgeous modern rustic barn in rural Connecticut
Marrying old with a modern aesthetic, a barn that previous owners had bought and deconstructed, has been moved from Canada to Connecticut, and then converted into this modern rustic barn house. This picturesque historic barn is located on an expansive estate in rural Connecticut, receiving a top to bottom renovation by New York-based architecture firm […]
Gorgeous old barn gets new life
Maxwan Architects renovated an old 1,300 square foot barn into a beautiful two level home site bordering the river Linge in Geldermalsen, the Netherlands. Here is the project description: “We were asked to help realize their dream of a large kitchen living room where they could relax, entertain friends and organize wine tasting sessions for […]
Fabulous rustic retreat in the French countryside
Presumably the workplace of an artist and the home of a creative soul, this beautiful French country house is a treat for those with a keen eye. Or those who enjoy the revitalizing mix of nature and the human mind. Cocooned in natural surroundings, this house has a rustic, pristine and a raw feel to […]










