This dramatic renovation in Sydney, Australia designed by Bruce Stafford Architects centers around a spacious internal courtyard defined by a natural rock face and lush vegetation. Large sliding glass doors in the main living area enable a seamless flow between inside and outside. The living areas of the K3 House also have the added benefit […]
renovation
Gorgeous old barn gets new life
Maxwan Architects renovated an old 1,300 square foot barn into a beautiful two level home site bordering the river Linge in Geldermalsen, the Netherlands. Here is the project description: “We were asked to help realize their dream of a large kitchen living room where they could relax, entertain friends and organize wine tasting sessions for […]
Mill keeper’s cottage has modern twist
Hunsett Mill is a remote water pumping mill located in the historic Norfolk Broads National Park, situated beside the river and upstream from the Sutton Broads on Chapel Field Road, Stalham, Norfolk, England. The house was a residence for the keeper of the mill until 1900 when the advent of electricity rendered wind powered pumps […]
Captivating sanctuary found at the Lookout House
The clients of this incredible home chose to retain the eccentric 1979 structure of the Fairfield County, Connecticut property. They commissioned Ike Kligerman Barkley Architects to do a gut renovation and extension. The original pyramid form of the house, which is centered on an open-plan double-height living space surrounding an indoor pool, was lightened and […]
Beachside cottage in Kangaroo Valley
The resident of this cozy beachside cottage is artist, stylist and online retailer Lisa Madigan, plus one husband and two devoted Dalmatians. Four years ago Lisa discovered this perfect little cottage in Kangaroo Valley on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia and completely fell in love. She was so taken with this special place; […]
A medieval villa in Perigord Nord
In this medieval farmhouse in the French village of Perigord Nord, France, it feels like being outside the world, on an island where time does not exist. It is a beautiful haven where desires, sorrows and trivialities do not belong. Armand and Greet created a home where time seems to have evaporated. They renovated the […]
Inspiring apartment interiors in an ancient city
This incredible apartment is situated in an old mansion in the ancient city of Ghent, Belgium. When the owner wanted to rent the apartment, the proprietor was busy renovating. The owner was fortunate enough to decide with him what the space would look like. For instance, he detests doors, so there were none used inside […]
Abandoned steampunk house on the waterfront
This incredible 20,000 square foot building is located on the waterfront of Selma, Alabama. What used to be the Harmony Club, a men’s club that had been abandoned for the past 40 years, was purchased by David Hurlbut, and industrial designer and architectural consultant. Built in 1909, the building did not have any plumbing and […]
Zen house sheds a new light on design in Singapore
Architects ONG & ONG designed a 3,100 square-foot, contemporary interior renovation of a Heritage Art Deco Style terrace home in Singapore. The project was called 55 Blair Road, completed in 2009. The concept was to create an open floorplan that promotes harmony between the interior and exterior spaces. The wall-less design of the interior of […]
An industrial loft in Belgium
An old movie theatre has been transformed into an incredible loft space, situated in the old city of Ghent, Belgium. The owners created their very own ‘Dollywood’. The interiors feature concrete flooring, dramatic high ceilings and clerestory windows with ample daylight. The home has been designed to be very open and airy, with furniture delineating […]








