This calming seaside retreat was crafted by Butler Armsden Architects for a family of six on an unusual two-lot property in Stinson Beach, Marin County, California. A dramatic horizontal architectural composition, the home is subtle from the street but opens to view-filled pavilions facing the lagoon and the coastal range. Painterly strokes of Shou Sugi […]
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Inside a Pacific Northwest house with Thai-inspired design: Joyful Aerie
Joyful Aerie is a wonderful new house, designed by Rerucha Studio for the brother and sister-in-law of its founder, Jill Rerucha, situated in an urban neighborhood just a few blocks from downtown Kirkland, Washington. This 3,800-square-foot residence was designed for the architect’s brother and his wife, who shared a vision for a modern home infused with […]
This Seattle backyard home office proves small spaces can work beautifully
This wonderful backyard work-from-home shed, designed by Linework Architecture, is located in Seattle, Washington. WORK_shed provides a simple yet elegant space where two working parents can find space of their own while working from home and managing their children. The WORK_shed began as an email from a former client with the subject, “Tiny Project?” With […]
Camp like cabin in Maine nestles into the rugged North Haven coastline
McBride Architects designed a family summer camp for a couple and their two adult kids, along with family and friends, situated on six acres along the cliffs of Crabtree Point on the island of North Haven, Maine. This family summer home features three related structures set into a rocky precipice. The terrain informs the siting […]
1927 Stone house gets a beyond charming renovation in Washington, DC
Built in 1927, this charming stone residence was renovated by Barnes Vanze Architects in partnership with interior designer Susan Beimler, located on nearly an acre in Washington, D.C. The English-style house was once the estate of a former U.S. Senator, constructed from solid granite quarried from Rock Creek Park. The extensive renovation adds charm and […]
Step into a spectacular Australian house with a calm and contemporary vibe
CM Studio has reimagined Riverview House to capture the tranquility of the surrounding bushland and water that frame this property in Avalon Beach, a suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Pairing a stunning architectural design with panoramic views over Pittwater, this home embodies a calm, contemporary elegance from an exceptionally private property. Perched high […]
A modern desert oasis in Utah with peaceful Pine Valley Mountain views
Hebdon Studios, in collaboration with Adams & Company Construction, has crafted this architecturally stunning, ultra-modern desert oasis in St. George, Southern Utah. This one-of-a-kind home boasts elevated views of Pine Valley Mountain and the twinkling city lights below. Perched in the luxury Stone Cliff neighborhood, this home offers both indoor and outdoor living, scientifically proven to […]
See a stunning alpine home renovation in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains
This alpine modern home was completely reimagined by Kersting Architecture and is nestled on Grandfather Mountain (the highest peak on the eastern escarpment of the Blue Ridge Mountains) in Linville, North Carolina. Thoughtfully integrated into its rugged surroundings, this award-winning home embraces sweeping mountain vistas, natural materials, and a warm yet contemporary aesthetic. Every detail […]
This extraordinary waterfront home enjoys the serene beauty of the Ivory Coast
Lagoon Villa is an incredible modernist retreat designed by SAOTA with interior design by Claude Missir, located in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Situated at the point where Abidjan’s vibrant cityscape meets the tranquil waters of the Ébrié Lagoon, Lagoon Villa stands as an example of architecture in harmony with its environment. The villa pays homage to Abidjan’s […]
A unique house in Texas defined by its tower that rises above the tree canopy
The Falcon Ledge Residence, located in Austin, Texas, was designed by Alterstudio Architecture to reflect the character and aspirations of its occupants. The house presents an opportunity to live in an unusual circumstance, connected to the landscape while rising out of it, and an inspiration for a life lived with unanticipated pleasures. Newly married and planning […]










