The talented Seattle-based multidisciplinary studio of Hoedemaker Pfeiffer recently completed this contemporary waterfront retreat on Bainbridge Island in Washington State. After spending years enjoying Bainbridge Island, the homeowners decided to explore the idea of renovating the existing home on the property, but eventually, through various trials, the project evolved into a new construction. Hoedemaker Pfeiffer […]
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Step inside this beautiful weekend retreat on the shores of Lake Simcoe
This gorgeous cottage was designed as a weekend retreat by LVZ Design, nestled on the shores of Lake Simcoe, a lake in southern Ontario, Canada. Created for a couple and their extended family, it offers the perfect setting to enjoy lake life. The designer played a key role in both the construction phase along with […]
Cape Cod beach house gets updated with clever small space design ideas
b Architecture Studio has completely transformed this compact 850-square-foot beach house to live larger than its footprint, beautifully situated in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. This project began with the owner’s vision of desiring a waterfront cottage for summer retreats spent with family and visiting guests. Capturing waterfront views, this cozy and inviting home is composed of […]
Stunning modern hideaway cantilevers over a bluff overlooking the Salish Sea
DeForest Architects has designed this striking modern hideaway nestled into lush plantings on a bluff, boasting sweeping views of the ocean in Seattle, Washington. Tucked below the main house, this guest house encompasses 3,502 square feet, with three bedrooms and five bathrooms. Built at the convergence of several environmentally sensitive areas, it therefore required a […]
A dated New England waterfront home gets a fresh coastal makeover
Woodmeister Master Builders in collaboration with JN Interior Spaces has transformed a 1940s waterfront home into a serene, breezy, modern retreat in Marion, a quaint coastal town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. The design for this revitalized home was inspired by the endless waterfront views. After a full-scale gut renovation, this home is now idyllic for […]
Take a peek inside this beautifully transformed Cape Cod vacation house
This residence was transformed into an incredibly stunning family vacation house by Visnick & Caulfield together with ST Studio Inc. in Osterville, a great little village on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. This 2,300-square-foot summer getaway home is owned by the interior designer of this project, whose family spotted this home during the pandemic, taking weekend drives […]
See this Massachusetts beach house makeover with breezy coastal vibes
Ironwood Studio Co. has reimagined this family beach house in Westport, Massachusetts, transforming it into a classic yet whimsical and fun vacation home. The goal of this project was to turn an outdated property into a highly functional, welcoming, and relaxing retreat that meets the lifestyle needs of a family of five. This three-bedroom and […]
Inside a lakefront dream house with picturesque views of Mount Saint Helens
This stunning lakefront dream house was designed for entertaining by Studio Garrison, nestled along Yale Lake, in Cougar, Washington. Created as a vacation home for a couple with busy and successful careers on the East Coast, the dwelling offers an idyllic retreat. The homeowners were looking for a place where they could go to relax […]
Stunning lakeside getaway in Wisconsin designed to feel like a summer camp
This amazing multi-generational lakeside getaway was designed by Racinowski Design Studio together with Amy Carman Design on Beaver Lake, Chenequa, Wisconsin. The property had been in the family for three generations. The original home was a small 1950s ranch, which was well-loved but in disrepair, and was torn down. The owners wanted to build a new […]
This minimalist beach house offers a fabulous getaway on Nantucket Island
Workshop APD has designed this minimalist beach house retreat that is situated in Nantucket, a tiny, isolated island off Cape Cod, Massachusetts. This ground-up holiday home is rooted in texture, tonality, and material shifts. Composed of a main house, pool, garage studio, and wellness wing, the space easily accommodates guests and promotes family gatherings. Outside, […]










