Designed by DeForest Architects to accommodate a family of five, this exquisite modern courtyard house finds its idyllic setting on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. A vision comes to life for its owners, this dwelling is the embodiment of their dream – a lakeside haven boasting panoramic Mount Rainier vistas and seamlessly integrated […]
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An organic modern house nestled on a picturesque Minnesota property
Nestled within the scenic landscape of Wayzata, Minnesota, you’ll find an award-winning organic modern house created through the collaborative efforts of Peterssen Keller Architecture and Elevation Homes. Seamlessly blending into the hilly, wooded terrain, this uniquely innovative design harmonizes beautifully with the lakeside neighborhood. Encompassing 3,650 square feet of living space, this modern minimalist-style home […]
Inside a spectacular Palo Alto house with a cool green roof deck
Cathy Schwabe Architecture in collaboration with John Lum Architecture has designed this GreenPoint Rated house located in downtown Palo Alto, California. The cutting-edge design merges seamlessly with comfort and efficiency in this 5,500-square-foot innovative healthy home. With more than 35 green building strategies, highlights include a Hydronic cooling system integrated into the ceilings, refreshing planted living […]
This modernist brick house in Chicago gets a remarkable renovation
dSPACE Studio is responsible for the complete overhaul of this modernist brick house that was constructed in 1979, located in Chicago, Illinois. The new owners had a lofty vision for their urban family home, which stands in striking contrast to its neighboring historic row homes. They desired a full-scale renovation with an open floor plan […]
Stunning concrete home in harmony with its Colorado surroundings
This cast concrete, steel, and charred cedar home designed by Surround Architects and built by Buildwell Builders sits perched on a hillside above downtown Boulder, Colorado. The architects did a fabulous job of balancing the formality and mass of the exterior architecture with softness and a light touch on the interior. This project is entitled, “Rabbit Ears”, […]
Tour a beautifully refined cottage in a Southern Maine beach community
This refined cottage was designed by Whitten Architects, located in a small seaside community of Portland in Southern Maine. Many aspects of the design were restricted by zoning guidelines in the village community. This entailed maximum and minimum dimensions, exterior materials, size of windows, porches, roof pitches, and character elements. At the edge of this coastal […]
A 570 square foot steel cabin immersed in a beautiful Maine forest
This 570-square-foot Cor-Ten steel cabin was designed by Winkelman Architecture, located on the coast of Bar Harbor, Maine. The dwelling embraces the surrounding natural beauty with delicate respect for the site. Weathering beams spring from the rising ledge, gently carrying the cabin over boulders and mossy terrain. The cabin was devised to capture natural light patterns […]
A multi-generational beach house in Australia with tranquil seaside views
Auhaus Architecture has designed this spectacular modern beach house located in Ocean Grove, a seaside town in Victoria, Australia. This newly constructed 4,700 square foot, four-bedroom dwelling boasts waterfront views stretching from Portsea through to Lorne. The design wraps around the site, enclosing an elevated, tiered central courtyard and pool area with views straight through the house […]
See this brilliant empty nester home with a rooftop retreat on Lake Harriet
This warm and inviting empty nester home designed by PKA Architecture is located near Lake Harriet, in the southwest part of Minneapolis, Minnesota. When the owner/builder Peter Crain of Trestle Homes and his wife’s three sons left the nest, it was time to switch up their lifestyle. They sold their family home in Edina and […]
A camp-inspired lakeside retreat in New Hampshire connects with nature
This four-season camp-inspired lakeside retreat was designed for a family of five by Murdough Design, located on just over 12-acres in Moultonborough, New Hampshire. Located down a winding road through a serene forest, the retreat boasts breathtaking views of Lake Winnipesaukee. The structure consists of a 2,733 square foot main residence along with a 382 square feet guest […]