Johnston Design Group in collaboration with Linda McDougald Design designed this mountain home for green living, located in The Cliffs at Mountain Park, in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. Nestled at the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this elegant 5,127 square foot, four bedroom and four-and-a-half bathroom mountain home is deeply rooted in its natural surroundings. […]
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Breathtaking lake house with sustainable features nestled on Lake Keowee
This gorgeous lake house was designed with sustainable features by Johnston Design Group in collaboration with Linda McDougald Design, located in Keowee Springs, South Carolina. Thoughtfully positioned amongst old growth trees, this residence showcases spectacular views of Lake Keowee at every turn. Material selection and planning of this home was inspired by the English Arts […]
Eco-friendly desert retreat nestled into a hillside overlooking Santa Fe
Designed by Overland Partners, this desert retreat is buried into a hillside, with its low profile emphasized by a series of landscaped roofs, located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The design of the structure was inspired by the lands history of Anasazi settlers, known for their cliff dwellings. The residence is composed of 40,000 gross square feet, with the […]
Sustainable forest retreat in Washington with light-filled interiors
In the foothills above Snoqualmie is a beautiful house built for two mountain guides not far from their work in North Bend, Washington. The 2,100 square foot, three bedroom residence has been designed by Johnston Architects and built by Tall Tree Construction, accommodating both professional and practical demands, but also fulfilling a deep desire to do what […]
Beautiful modern dwelling designed for sustainable living in Minneapolis
This LEED-certified, modern family residence was designed by SALA Architects, located in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Nestled on a 42-foot by 128-foot urban lot, this 2,250 square foot dwelling features three bedrooms and a detached garage. The project was constructed with sustainability at the forefront, focusing on the green building criteria as outlined by the […]
Luminous oceanfront home in Rhode Island boasts energy-efficient design
This fabulous oceanfront home offers a casual, laid-back atmosphere and energy-efficient design, the work of George Penniman Architects, located in Weekapaug, Rhode Island. The home was designed to replace a worn-out beach house that had previously resided on the property. The architects were careful to design the architecture to match the rhythm of the line of homes […]
Impressive four-story home in San Francisco boasts LEED Platinum
This striking modern four-story home was designed by John Maniscalco Architecture, located in the Russian Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, California. The design of this home has established LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum status, the highest level that can be achieved. This means the design team has devised innovative solutions that supports […]
Eco-friendly weekend retreat with mesmerizing views over Sonoma Valley
This modern weekend retreat was designed for a family of four and their extended family by Butler Armsden Architects, located in Sonoma, California. Nestled high up on a hillside, this spectacular residence offers sweeping views over the Sonoma Valley. This area was famously christened the “Valley of the Moon” by renowned American novelist, Jack London. As […]
Rammed earth house hidden in the forested hills of Northern California
This modern family retreat was constructed of rammed earth, steel and concrete by Feldman Architecture, located in California’s Central Valley. The dwelling is positioned just east of Monterey Bay, nestled amidst the grazing livestock of a thriving 500-acre walnut farm. From the base of a prominent hill, the house opens up to east-facing views of rolling hills […]
A Noe Valley townhouse remodel features LEED Platinum certification
This contemporary townhouse remodel was designed by Feldman Architecture, located in the Noe Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, California. The project entails the addition of expansive outdoor living areas, along with more private and personalized spaces. Even though the property is the largest on its block, the original structure did not fully maximize the spacious site. The home […]










