This historic stone dwelling was built in 1889, rehabilitated by architect Gloria Duran Torrellas in the medieval town of Pals, in the Catalonian province of Girona, Spain. Spread out over three levels, the dwelling consists of 2,271 square feet (211 square meters) with a 40 square meters terrace. The entrance space is formed by a diaphanous room in which […]
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Dramatic loft for live/work and entertaining in historic SOMA building
Boor Bridges Architecture along with contractor Jeff King & Co. designed a live/work loft in an historic brick building in the SOMA (South of Market) neighborhood of San Francisco, California. Called “Heron Studio” the 8,000 square foot property is spread out over two levels. The clients wished to renovate the structure to be used for […]
Traditional Edwardian home gets rehabbed in San Francisco Bay Area
Designed by Jeff King & Company, this Edwardian style home in San Francisco was remodeled to meet the contemporary lifestyle needs of a family of four. The residence is located in the Richmond District, a neighborhood in the northwest corner of San Francisco, California. The homeowners goal for the redesign of this 1907 home was to […]
Seaside cottage with stylish details in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
This radiant seaside cottage designed by Geoff Chick & Associates is nestled on the sugar-white sands of Santa Rosa Beach, an idyllic town along the Florida panhandle. The design of this renovation project takes full advantage of its stunning natural surroundings and maximizes the outdoor living spaces. Careful design planning led to the successful integration of a fourth level, as […]
Charming attic gets transformed into an urban treasure in Madrid
Spanish architecture studio Espacio Acorde was responsible for the renovation of this charming attic space located in the heart of Madrid, Spain. This urban treasure revealed several wonderful surprises while working on restoring it to its former glory. This included a charming terrace, a wood beamed ceiling and an area with a sloping roof. The original terrace had been covered […]
Stone clad retreat with breathtaking views of Lake Garda, Italy
This amazing vacation retreat was designed by Titus Bernhard Architekten, nestled on a cliffside some 300 meters above the western shores of Lake Garda, Italy. The German architects created this home with a park-like outdoor atmosphere, enjoying an infinity edge pool and breathtaking lake views. The original property is an old rustic Guest quarters and “limonaia” (a lemon […]
Loft-like modern treehouse features luminous interiors in LA
The home of a Hollywood writer and his family, this mid-century inspired dwelling was designed by Abramson Teiger Architects, located in Los Angeles, California. Consisting of 6,000 square feet, this pad serves as both a place for the writer to be creatively inspired and as a playful refuge for his wife and children. The site of this […]
Woodland retreat on Martha’s Vineyard with ultimate indoor-outdoor living
This woodland retreat is a renovation project carried out by Sullivan + Associates Architects in collaboration with Rentschler & Company Interiors. The home is located in Edgartown, a town on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. This incredible property is characterized by compact, independent living spaces that are connected by a breezeway and expansive patio. The pair of pagoda-like […]
Chic Boston Brownstone gets a remarkable transformation
Tanya Capaldo Designs was responsible for the complete gut renovation of this Boston Brownstone, transforming it into her own personal living quarters. The home was originally constructed in 1885, described by the designer as appearing like a mid-70’s Brady Bunch. The home encompasses 2,000 square feet of living space, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The flooring […]
1940s Mission-style house gets brilliant transformation in San Francisco
This stunning contemporary renovation project was designed by Feldman Architecture, located in Forest Hill, a neighborhood in San Francisco, California. This 1940s Mission-style house was reinvented to showcase a brilliant new design for family living. From the exterior facade, a glass firebox can be seen from the backyard. The preserved stucco on the first two levels adds character to the […]