E. Cobb Architects in collaboration with RD Interiors has reimagined the former gym and auditorium of an iconic school into a spectacular industrial modern condo. The West Queen Anne School is one of Seattle, Washington’s most iconic abodes. Formerly a public elementary school from 1896 to 1981, the adaptive reuse structure is now high-end condominiums. The […]

This contemporary urban refuge was designed by Olson Kundig Architects, perched on Queen Anne Hill overlooking downtown Seattle and Puget Sound, Washington. Nestled on a steeply sloping site, the structure features a massive retractable wall of glass that provides 180-degree views of the urban landscape below. A two-story “guillotine” window wall physically opens this dwelling to […]

This spectacular mountain industrial retreat was designed by Olson Kundig Architects, located in Sun Valley, a resort town in Idaho. The design of this dwelling draws inspiration from the surrounding high desert landscape, balancing the prospect of sweeping mountain views with a sense of refuge and intimacy. The 6,500-square-foot home’s two west-facing wings launch out of […]

This cozy writer’s cabin, called “Cornelia” designed by New Frontier Design offers an idyllic woodsy escape in the Tennessee countryside. This tiny cabin features a writing studio, library, and guesthouse commissioned by international bestselling author Cornelia Funke. The design is simple, enduring, rustic, and a touch of elegance. A living sculpture inside and out. Highlights in this […]

Vertical Arts Architecture is responsible for the design of this stunning modern industrial farmhouse located in downtown Steamboat Springs, Colorado. This home was designed for a family with four children and three fur children seeking closer connection to the great outdoors and ease of commuting in this spirited mountain town. The design melds the individual styles […]

Coates Design Architects are responsible for the design of this modern industrial home constructed for an accomplished musician and music teacher, located near Seattle, Washington. Nestled on a large site, there is plenty of sunshine and views for which this home was customized. The client requested that the architects provide a special place for her […]

Emerick Architects renovated this exceptional industrial loft that combines three structures from varying periods over the past century, located in Portland, Oregon. The building had once been a corner grocery store, a printing press, and a mechanic’s shop. The design was inspired by the homeowner’s prior New York apartment. This 8,000 square foot building had […]

Murdock Solon Architects completely transformed this Landmarked townhouse located in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. This project entailed a gut renovation of a 3,000 square foot, multi-unit structure, converting it into a single-family dwelling, all while maintaining an array of original elements through creative interventions. This includes the addition of four bedrooms, […]

This striking modern dwelling is designed by Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects in collaboration with Risinger Homes, located in Austin, Texas. The long, rectangular lot this home resides on was inspiration for it’s basic geometry. This home was the result of a long design process that began as a house for the architect and his family, then […]

Faure Halvorsen Architects designed this ski lodge hideaway featuring a beautiful balance between industrial and rustic design, located in Montana’s Yellowstone Club. Nestled atop a steep hillside property, the homeowner’s requested their 4,500 square foot vacation home to be not only rustic but unique. The architects worked to devise a design that took advantage of […]