Studio Bergtraun together with 20|20 Builders oversaw the complete transformation of a three-story 1957 midcentury modern home on a hillside property in Berkeley, California. From its hillside perch, this midcentury gem boasts sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay. Originally designed by Walter Ratcliff, the dwelling had fallen into disrepair and needed to be fully […]
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Historic 1900s church gets converted to serene forest retreat in Sonoma County
Today, we are doing some real estate stalking with this incredible reimagined home that was once a church dating back to the early 1900s in Camp Meeker, a community in Sonoma County, California. Encompassing just 1,875 square feet of living space with one bedroom and two full bathrooms, this home was thoughtfully transformed to honor […]
This historic Lake Washington house gets a timeless and elegant renovation
This Lake Washington house has been family-owned since it was built near the turn of the last century but needed a major overhaul, commissioning Hoedemaker Pfeiffer to give it an elegant renovation. Nestled in the Seattle area, the family had renovated the house 20 years ago and then raised their young family there until the […]
This idyllic New England cottage offers stunning Damariscotta River views
A dilapidated New England cottage was completely transformed by Whitten Architects, situated on a beautiful property with sweeping views over the Damariscotta River in Boothbay, Maine. This region is known for its quaint seaside village of Boothbay Harbor, rocky coastline, and working shipyards. The New York-based owners were enchanted by this property, whose eastern river […]
Converted barn home offers a peaceful retreat in the Cascade Mountains
This stunning converted barn house is by MW|Works Architecture+Design, nestled in the eastern foothills of the Cascades, Washington. The project’s scope entailed converting a turn-of-the-century working barn into a spacious 3,875 square-foot, three-bedroom retreat from the city. The building was restored to create a comfortable home while retaining much of its original form, character, and […]
1930s Colonial Revival house gets remarkable restoration in rural Connecticut
This 1930s Colonial Revival house, nested in the hills of a 300-acre property in Northwestern Connecticut, was beautifully transformed by Schafer Buccellato Architects. This residence was initially intended to be just a brief stopping point for the homeowners. They purchased the large farm adjacent to the property and planned to live here only while constructing […]
A midcentury modern home in Austin gets restored to its former glory
Matt Fajkus Architecture renovated this home in Central Austin, Texas, in the spirit of the original midcentury modern house. It has an open plan, natural materials, and a direct connection to nature. A balance of natural light, simple materials, and functional flows is integrated with controlled views and atmospheric variation in this 1,567-square-foot, two-bedroom, and […]
Inside a sophisticated modern home with serene Lake Washington views
Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture, in partnership with Pulp Design Studios, crafted this sophisticated modern home in Seattle, Washington. The homeowners are medical professionals with three children who contracted the designers to infuse their lifestyle and personality into the interiors. Step inside this understated and classic home to find fabulous and unexpected details throughout — including […]
This Spanish style house in California gets a fresh and chic makeover
This traditional Spanish-style house in San Clemente, California, was beautifully renovated by Denise Xagorarakis Designs in collaboration with Morrison Interiors. Transformed from a 1990s Mediterranean style, this 3,642 square-foot oceanside residence embodies the quintessence of Spanish architectural aesthetics. Featuring rich wood tones, lively tile patterns, and meticulous detailing inside and out, it seamlessly blends traditional […]
A 1958 Midcentury modern home gets serene update in woods of Washington
Ueda Design Studio has beautifully restored this midcentury modern home for a family of four in the peaceful Wedgewood neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. The Alden Mason House, crafted for the renowned Seattle artist Alden Mason in 1958 by architect Charles A. Marsh Jr. and builder Tom Paulsen, stands as a true Northwest mid-century modern retreat, […]