Konstant Architecture Planning in collaboration with Colby-Construction has custom-designed this cottage-style lake house situated in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This dwelling was created as a place where the owners could escape the city and relax with family and friends. It has all the amenities one could desire to get away from it all and unwind. From cozy […]
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Inside this modern lakeview retreat with inviting warmth in Minnesota
This stunning lakeview retreat home, crafted by Aspect Design Build, is nestled in Tonka Bay, a quaint suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The team was tasked with creating a modern cutting-edge design that feels warm, inviting, natural, and intriguing. This modern retreat is a contrast of clean lines and crisp sun-filled rooms against the warmth and […]
A gorgeous lakeside cabin retreat with privileged views over Balsam Lake
David Charlez Designs, in collaboration with Highmark Builders, has renovated this stunning lakeside cabin retreat, nestled in the natural beauty of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. This remodel project began with an existing cabin on the property that was too small and outdated for the family’s lifestyle needs. They needed more space for hosting and entertaining. The […]
Rustic timber frame house offers an inviting getaway in the Vermont mountains
Teaselwood Design has designed this rustic timber frame house that offers the ultimate in rustic elegance, situated on a popular southern Vermont ski resort. The designers complimented this home’s neutral aesthetic with muted furnishings, soft color schemes, and careful dashes of brighter hues. Granite stone, a reclaimed wood floating staircase, and a delicate glass fixture […]
This Lake Arrowhead cabin offers a cozy retreat designed for entertaining
Norman Design Group has reimagined this cozy cabin retreat that is located in Lake Arrowhead, a majestic mountain paradise in Southern California. Recreating a home inherited from the previous generation presented a unique challenge for designers: how can they preserve the fantastic childhood memories held by the original design, while also improving its capacity for […]
A retreat with rustic warmth on Northern Minnesota’s Upper Whitefish Lake
This relaxing family lake retreat created by Charlie & Co. Design together with L. Cramer Builders is situated on Northern Minnesota’s Upper Whitefish Lake. This dwelling was designed to accommodate large gatherings of friends and family and take advantage of expansive views while pursuing both a rustic and elegant coastal style. With a desire for a lakeside […]
This calming waterfront retreat nestles into the forest of Bainbridge Island
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 […]
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 […]