Lake|Flato Architects have designed this extraordinary rammed earth house that acts as insulation against the harsh climate of the desert in Marfa, Texas. The dwelling’s two-foot-thick walls were constructed into a courtyard design to passively provide both cooling and heating effects. Nestled between the formidable Chihuahuan Desert and the grandeur of the Davis Mountains, Marfa, […]
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Tour this spectacular modern ranch house in the Willamette Valley
This modern ranch house, nestled on 80 acres just outside Dallas, Oregon, was designed for a newly retired couple by Anderson Shirley Architects in collaboration with Kraft Custom Construction. Perched on a gently sloping terrain in the Willamette Valley, this home boasts built-in skylights, floor-to-ceiling windows, and vaulted ceilings to maximize the natural light. Spanning a […]
Before & After: A 1960s ranch house in Colorado gets a fabulous update
This 1960s ranch-style house that was once full of small, dark rooms has been completely transformed by KGA Studio Architects, situated on a spacious lot in Cherry Hills Village, a suburb of Denver, Colorado. The homeowners, a family of four, loved the property’s mature landscaping but knew that the original 4,000 square home needed to […]
Before & After: Step into an amazing ranch style house in South Carolina
This classic ranch-style house was renovated by Julia Martin Architects together with Melissa Lenox Design, located in the sophisticated Crescent neighborhood of Charleston, South Carolina. The residence was gutted and completely renovated to meet family needs and a modern coastal lifestyle. The revitalization comes from a mix of old and new materials along with a fresh color palette […]
Step into this modern ranch home with serene prairie views in Minnesota
This stunning modern ranch home designed by Highmark Builders is located in the serene neighborhood of The Ranch of Credit River, Minnesota. Tucked away in the peaceful town of Credit River, this luxury development is surrounded by the natural beauty of rolling hills, wetlands, and woods. Nestled on 2.5 acres, this gorgeous dwelling features a […]
A Wyoming ranch house boasts unforgettable views of the Teton Mountains
CLB Architects designed this striking ranch house with a barn and stables on a sprawling 35-acre property in Jackson, a town in Teton County, Wyoming. Positioned along a grove of cottonwood and aspen trees that occupy the former riverbed of the Snake River. The design of this home was inspired by the site’s history as a […]
Dream Home Tour: An updated European style farmhouse in Minnesota
This gorgeous European-style farmhouse home was renovated by Highmark Builders, nestled among century-old trees outside of Shakopee, Minnesota. The architects transformed this dwelling into a timeless home that can be enjoyed for generations to come. Guests are welcomed up to the home via a large white oak front door that opens into a stunning new foyer that features […]
See an absolutely stunning ranch house revival in La Cañada, California
This ranch house revival is the personal family home of designer Courtney Thomas of Courtney Thomas Design, located in La Cañada., California. The original 1500-square-foot ranch house sheltered six people (two adults, four kids, and a dog). There were tight living quarters, even for prior New York City dwellers. The original home was devoid of architectural […]
A stunning ranch house merges with the rugged terrain of remote West Texas
Sanders Architecture in collaboration with Britt Design Group has designed Rockin’ 8 Ranch, a modern ranch house located on a remote 300,000-acre ranch in Brown County, Texas. The home was designed around stunning vistas and rock formations- including the homeowner’s favorite “Zen Rock.” Royce and Judy Mitchell spent years scouting their secluded property looking for the […]
A Bauhaus-inspired desert lake house with indoor-outdoor living in Arizona
This modern desert lake house was designed by The Ranch Mine, nestled along a waterski community that borders the Gila River in Arlington, Arizona. The community was developed before the Great Recession and sat vacant for over 15 years, aside from a few uninhabited boat houses. A pioneering couple decided to be the first to […]