Bevan + Associates has designed this breathtaking house and entertainment barn/guest house for a newly retired couple, nestled on a 2-acre property in Sonoma, California. During the construction phase, the home was almost lost to the wildfires in the area during 2017. The owner was inspired to take a new approach with this home, commissioning […]
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Dramatic modern farmhouse provides ultimate Wine Country getaway
This dramatic modern farmhouse was designed by A.D.D. Concept + Design, located in St. Helena, a city in Napa County, in California’s Wine Country. A personal home for the designer and his partner, they constructed this modern take on a farmhouse from the ground up. The dwelling encompasses 2,900 square feet of living space with three […]
Guest barn conversion provides heavenly escape in Sun Valley, Idaho
Miller-Roodell Architects is responsible for the creation of this stunning guest barn conversion situated on two-acres on the East Fork River of Sun Valley, Idaho. Spruce and aspen trees, cottage gardens and native wildflowers surround the Barn, which boasts mesmerizing vistas of the snow-capped Pioneer Mountains. With a large swimming pond occupied by water lilies, […]
Charming stone cottage is an idyllic escape overlooking Lake Minnetonka
This charming stone cottage was designed by Murphy & Co Design, remotely set on a discreet spoke of Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota. The owner’s had a wish for a gardener’s cottage with plenty of charm and warmth. This idyllic escape offers 1,545 square feet of living space, nestled on a site neighboring the main residence. It […]
Compact wooden shelter captures views over Seattle shoreline
SHED Architects are responsible for the creation of this small wooden shelter that complements a larger home on the site, located in Seattle, Washington. To create harmony between the guest cabin and the main house, the architects focused on a design solution informed by restraint, material relationship, and attention to detail. This small black pine […]
Magnificent nature-inspired modern retreat in the Flathead Valley
This magnificent modern retreat designed by Cushing Terrell is sited on a remote property in the Flathead Valley, high on a bluff at the confluence of two rivers near Whitefish, Montana. Nestled on ten acres, the Confluence House is a fly fisherman’s dream. Efficient design (no hallways) and thoughtful siting make this a seamless addition to the […]
This gorgeous rustic sanctuary in Tennessee appears to float on water
JLF & Associates in collaboration with Big-D Signature designed this beautiful rustic sanctuary located in Santa Fe, a community in Maury County, Tennessee. This 3,400 square foot home offers the perfect escape from everyday life. Secluded by nature in in the heart of Tennessee, the home consists of four distinct living areas connected by a footbridge; including one space built […]
Beautiful barn converted into micro-winery/guest house in the Hudson Valley
This stunning barn converted into a guest house by Crisp Architects is located in Millbrook, a village in Dutchess County, New York. Millbrook is located in the Hudson Valley, on the east side of the Hudson River, 90 miles north of New York City. Planting and maintaining the grapevines is the first step of winemaking. […]
Rustic ranch retreat in Montana features a dramatic mountain backdrop
Miller | Roodell Architects worked in collaboration with Yellowstone Traditions to preserve the historic integrity of this Livingston, Montana property and its seven structures. This beautiful rustic ranch retreat is nestled in the Shields River valley, a scenic setting known for quintessential “Big Sky” vistas and a dramatic backdrop. The collection of structures was constructed […]
Idyllic contemporary guest house overlooking Lake Morey, Vermont
This contemporary guest house was designed by Smith & Vansant Architects, located on the precipitous wooded banks of Lake Morey, a classic summer resort area nestled in eastern Vermont. Due to zoning restrictions, the footprint was limited to 24′ x 36′ and allowed only two bedrooms. The entry side of the house, located just a few feet […]










