‘American Gothic Country Retreat’ was envisioned by MossCreek as a countryside retreat for New York-based owners, nestled in Red Hook, New York, about 100 miles north of New York City, in the Hudson Valley. The property features a collection of buildings designed to meet the owner’s wish to use historical and antique structures. It serves […]
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1913 Alpine farmhouse gets charming update in Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Buchanan Construction is responsible for the whole house remodel of this historical 1913 alpine farmhouse, nestled in the quaint North Carolina mountain town of Little Switzerland, just an hour north of Asheville. The scope of this project included a kitchen and bath remodel, a whole-home remodel, and exterior renovations. This complete, meticulous reconstruction harmoniously blends […]
This charming craftsman-style home gets a new life in Westchester County
This historic craftsman-style home was beautifully renovated by Crisp Architects, located in Croton-on-Hudson, a village in Westchester County, New York. The owners loved their old home but were ready for some updates. Based on the foundation and other historical clues, the architects surmised that this home was built around 1890. The house was well-built and […]
This historic Pasadena home gets beautifully restored with Southern charm
Peck Architecture and Brooke Wagner Design have restored this stunning historical home, which honors the soul of its Southern-inspired architecture, nestled beneath a canopy of heritage oaks in the heart of Pasadena, California. Designed to celebrate the classic charm of the original structure, the landscape approach was rooted in restraint and reverence—highlighting the home’s storied character […]
This historic Vermont post and beam home gets a breathtaking renovation
This post-and-beam home, located in Hartland, Vermont, was sustainably redesigned by Ennis Construction in partnership with Elliott | Meyers Design. The original design of this home consists of two reclaimed post-and-beam barns and a two-story saltbox, encompassing 6,000 square feet of living space with four bedrooms. Inhabiting this home is a couple from California who […]
A historic seaside home perched above Laguna Beach gets captivating makeover
Morrison Interiors, together with Ultimo Development, have renovated this historic seaside home in Laguna Beach, California. It exudes elegance and comfort, blending historical charm with modern sophistication. Once owned by a Hollywood actress, this historic estate sits directly on the sand, offering unobstructed ocean views. Rich in decorative details from its storied past, it has […]
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 […]
Creekside retreat set in a redwood grove gets a stunning modern update
Richardson Pribuss Architects has beautifully reimagined this creekside retreat that was originally built in 1954, situated in Mill Valley, a picturesque town nestled in the foothills of Mount Tamalpais, California. The residence is nestled in a redwood grove, on a gently upsloping property that is bordered by a creek. The site features a distinctive old […]
A timeworn Rhode Island farmhouse gets a beautiful modern update
This shingle-style modern farmhouse was reimagined by Gale Goff Architects together with Kate Jackson Design, situated in Exeter a town in Washington County, Rhode Island. Originally constructed in 1916 by architect Peter Jackson, this secluded farmhouse boasts views of manicured pastures and babbling streams. The dwelling combines classic country character with modern-day amenities. The project team […]
A 1930s classic American home in Indiana gets a charming makeover
In Meridian Hills, a charming town within Washington Township, Marion County, Indiana, Whittney Parkinson Design and Emergent Construction collaborated to renovate a character-filled 1930s classic American home. The goal was to cater to the lifestyle needs of a contemporary family of five. After carefully studying the architectural elements and patterns from the 1930s, the designer […]










