Winkelman Architecture has designed this Net-Zero artist’s residence that is situated on the site of a 15-acre former homestead in Downeast, Maine. It is beachfront on a bay with sweeping southerly views to Petit Manan Lighthouse. It feels very Downeast with spruce woods and lichen-covered ledge outcroppings. An orchard and a field roll down to the […]
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This lakeside refuge in Maine cantilevers over a peaceful forest setting
Winkelman Architecture has designed this spectacular lakeside refuge, featuring cantilever decks and an abundance of glass, located in the charming town of Standish, Maine. When the owner’s house had burned down, he wanted to get started quickly on design work for a new home in the footprint of the old cottage, using the opportunity created by […]
Inside this impressive Bainbridge Island home overlooking the Puget Sound
Designed by BC&J Architecture for a client who desired a modern farmhouse style home, this beautiful interpretation borrows from classic forms and focuses on the exceptional view in Bainbridge Island, Washington. Perfectly perched on a bluff overlooking Puget Sound, the house and site design work together to support multiple areas to enjoy the property. From […]
A serene cabin getaway nestled on the rocky shores of Flathead Lake
Andersson-Wise Architects has created this rustic cabin getaway as an all-season family escape nestled along Flathead Lake in Big Fork, Montana. This camp-like property was created for a couple to enjoy with their kids and grandkids. Designing this private compound getaway in northern Montana was an exercise in bringing natural light into buildings and their […]
Shou Sugi Ban house in Minnesota blends in with its lakeside surroundings
This gorgeous sculptural home, reimagined by SALA Architects, is tucked deep into the hillside of a 4.3-acre property in the countryside of Stillwater, Minnesota. Encompassing 7,033 square feet with six bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms, this architectural masterpiece features charred wood siding (shou sugi ban), cantilevered roof overhangs, and a glass bridge that visually delineates the […]
Stunning contemporary house with majestic views over the Colorado Rockies
Architectural studio Shepherd Resources has designed this contemporary mountain house, nestled on a spectacular 60-acre property bordering Rocky Mountain National Park in Estes Park, Colorado. This incredible dwelling boasts unparalleled views of Long’s Peak, the Twin Sisters, and Estes Cone. The central fireplace is suspended from the primary living space’s ceiling, accompanied by a fabulous […]
Idyllic modern shelter for family getaways on wind-swept Orcas Island
Heliotrope Architects designed this modern jewel-box home in collaboration with Ore Studios, nestled on Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands, Washington. Nestled carefully on a rocky, wind-swept shoreline, this 1,600-square-foot family retreat harmonizes with the surrounding landscape while minimizing weather exposure. The main living spaces connect to the landscape through retractable screens […]
See this brilliant Scandinavian-inspired addition to a historic Seattle home
Heliotrope Architects was commissioned to renovate this historic landmark-designated home that was constructed in 1993 in Seattle, Washington. The scope of this project includes a new 500-square-foot addition and landscape update. Dubbed “Loyal Captain,” this home was constructed by ship captain Ole E. Nelson as a replica of his childhood residence in Bergen, Norway. The […]
This modern beach camp offers a relaxing getaway on Martha’s Vineyard
Hutker Architects, in collaboration with Kathleen Walsh Interiors, has designed this beautiful modern family getaway home situated in Chilmark, a town located on Martha’s Vineyard in Dukes County, Massachusetts. Overlooking a saltwater pond and barrier beach with the Atlantic Ocean beyond, the property was once used as an old fishing and hunting camp. The owners […]
An impressive modern-rustic getaway nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains
This spectacular modern rustic getaway was designed by Dennis E. Zirbel, Architect in Lahontan, a community nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, a secluded valley just moments from North Lake Tahoe, California. The homeowner and builder NSM Construction were largely responsible for creating the rustic alpine ambiance, with the help of JJH nterior Design. The […]










