John Lum Architecture has reimagined this gorgeous midcentury modern home perched atop Golden Gate Heights, a neighborhood in San Francisco, California. The existing dwelling needed a major overhaul with its compartmentalized floor plan and fixtures and finishes that were original to the home. The architects combined the owner’s love for Eastern European modernism with a […]
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Inside the stunning remodel of a midcentury deck house in New Hampshire
Smith & Vansant Architects have undertaken a full-scale remodel of this midcentury modern deck house, situated in Lebanon, New Hampshire. Popularized in the 1950s through the 1970s these prefabricated homes are a midcentury interpretation of the earlier Sears kit houses. Panelized components and post and beam construction typically allow these dwellings to feature vast expanses […]
Before & After: Postwar log cabin in Wisconsin gets a remarkable update
David Heide Design Studio has reimagined a postwar “log cabin” in Long Lake, a freshwater lake located in Washburn County, Wisconsin. In the 1990s, a large addition in the form of an entire house was added onto a modest 1950s cabin, preserving much of the original structure. The architect reimagined the addition with minor adjustments to […]
See this beautifully reimagined split-level contemporary house in Massachusetts
ZeroEnergy Design is responsible for reimagining a 1960s split-level into a beautiful contemporary house located in Belmont, Massachusetts. When a family first moved into their eccentric mid-century modern abode, they knew this would not be their forever home. They opted to rebuild in phases, retaining the essence of the midcentury style while crafting a composition better […]
Modern tropical house gets a stunning update on the Big Island of Hawaii
This gorgeous modern-tropical house was completely transformed by Wendi Young Design, situated on a 1.33-acre lot within the private residential community of Kukio on the Big Island of Hawaii. The vision for this beautifully crafted dwelling was one of subtle sophistication while maintaining the Polynesian aesthetic that the homeowners had fallen in love with. This […]
Inside a wine country mountain home with tranquil views over Napa Valley
This spectacular wine country home was reimagined by Holder Parlette Architecture and is situated atop Howell Mountain above Napa Valley, California. This 5.5-acre promontory site uniquely blends mountain surroundings and far-off valley views. The owners of this 3,000-square-foot, 1960s ranch house wanted to take advantage of the breathtaking surroundings. While maintaining most of the house’s […]
1970s upside down house in Massachusetts gets a remarkable renovation
Jill Neubauer Architects is responsible for the full-scale renovation of a rundown 1970s contemporary upside down house situated in Wings Neck, Massachusetts. Wings Neck is a peninsula that juts out into Buzzards Bay on the south side of the Cape Cod Canal. This home’s location was ideal, steeped in a family history of joyful summers […]
Oddly shaped home gets fascinating remodel in Washington: The Dog’s Breakfast
The Dog’s Breakfast is a fascinating modern home remodel project by Paul Michael Davis Architects situated in Redmond, a city in King County, Washington. Homeowners James Lin and Owen Liu reached out to the architects to help with reimagining the home they had resided in for about a year. The house was odd. In 1933, when […]
Inside a midcentury California home with an insanely gorgeous renovation
Nestled in the Trousdale Estates, a neighborhood of Beverly Hills, California, this midcentury home has undergone a stunning renovation by designer Jamie Bush together with Dennis Gibbens Architects. This sprawling 5,500-square-foot home was originally constructed in the early 1960s. When the new homeowners purchased it, they were looking to create an open, airy, and contemporary […]
This Orcas Island beach cabin gets an incredibly cozy makeover
Stephen Sullivan Designs along with Rocky Rochon Design has reimagined a 1920s beach cabin nestled on beautiful Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands in northwestern Washington. The project includes a complete demolition of the interiors of the home, preserving the stone fireplace in the living room and the blue-tiled bathroom. The cabin […]