Dennis E. Zirbel, Architect is responsible for the design of this beautiful rustic modern home located in the Lahontan Community in Truckee, California. Homeowner and builder NSM Construction were largely responsible for creating the rustic alpine ambiance, with the help of JJH nterior Design. The exterior facade of this home is clad in heavily textured […]
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Magnificent rustic cabin hideaway on the rocky shores of Flathead Lake
This rustic cabin hideaway was designed by Andersson-Wise Architects as an all-season family retreat, located on 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 surrounding […]
Off-the-grid guest house beckons on the Santa Barbara coast
This minimalist, modern guest house was designed by Anacapa Architecture in collaboration with Jessica Helgerson Interior Design. The home is nestled into an isolated hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, just north of Santa Barbara. The homeowner’s objective was to preserve and protect the natural environment of their property. To do so required that the home fit discretely […]
Compact family home on Sauvie Island features a clever layout
Interior designer Jessica Helgerson has created this highly functional and compact family home as her personal haven, located on Sauvie Island, just outside of Portland, Oregon. The agricultural island is positioned along the Columbia River, with the property itself encompassing five acres of sprawling land. The home is comprised of only 540 square feet of living space, an […]
Rustic eco-friendly home perched on the picturesque Elkins Meadow
This stunning 4,000 square foot eco-friendly home is perched quietly on Elkins Meadow in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Designed with sustainability at the core of the project this mountain dwelling was designed by Robert Hawkins Architects in collaboration with Gerber Berend Design Build. The homeowners are a family of four, wishing to construct a home with a sustainable […]
Mountain modern retreat in Montana is embedded into hillside
This mountain modern retreat was designed as a family vacation home by Studio H Design, located in Manhattan, a town in Gallatin County, Montana. The homeowner spotted this 300-acre property with waterfront terrain and felt inspired to purchase and build his family dream home. This was a peaceful place to spend time with his three adult […]
Modern sanctuary nestled on the rugged San Juan Islands
Designed by Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects, this intimate yet dynamic family home reflects the beauty of the site and the lifestyle of the San Juan Islands, Washington. Consisting of 2,800 square feet of living space, this modern dwelling is nestled on a breathtaking site overlooking Griffin Bay. Built by Ravenhill Construction, this home caters to […]
Traditional Edwardian home gets rehabbed in San Francisco Bay Area
Designed by Jeff King & Company, this Edwardian style home in San Francisco was remodeled to meet the contemporary lifestyle needs of a family of four. The residence is located in the Richmond District, a neighborhood in the northwest corner of San Francisco, California. The homeowners goal for the redesign of this 1907 home was to […]
Architecturally striking contemporary alpine residence in Colorado
This two-story contemporary alpine residence was designed by Treeline Homes, featuring breathtaking mountain vistas in Boulder, Colorado. This stone, metal, wood and glass structure features great curb appeal and a nice indoor-outdoor connection. The architects designed the home to maximize views of the surrounding rugged mountain landscape. From the moment you step inside this stylish home, you […]
Compact mountain home in Montana boasts sustainable features
This compact mountain home features clean lines with added warmth, designed by Cushing Terrell, along with Hunter and Company Interior Design. Located in Whitefish, Montana, it was important for the dwelling to meld into its sloped site. The forested property offers enviable views of Whitefish Lake and a ski mountain. The design of the architecture, therefore, needed […]