This magnificent modern retreat designed by Cushing Terrell is sited on a remote property in the Flathead Valley, high on a bluff at the confluence of two rivers near Whitefish, Montana. Nestled on ten acres, the Confluence House is a fly fisherman’s dream. Efficient design (no hallways) and thoughtful siting make this a seamless addition to the […]
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Texas river house with modern-rustic details designed for family getaways
Low Design Office has designed this modern-rustic river house as a family getaway, located in New Braunfels, a city near San Antonio, Texas. Three siblings use this 2,900 square foot dwelling as a gathering hub for their families. They requested that the design provide a space that promotes and emphasizes connections between the families and the surrounding […]
Luxury mountain home provides dreamy escape in the Blue Ridge Mountains
VPC Builders is responsible for the design of this custom luxury mountain home located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, North Carolina. This mountain escape features indoor-outdoor living with three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms with a detached apartment over the two-car garage. Luxury living is encapsulated in this 8,000 square foot home. Each window showcases […]
Timber-frame cabin provides cozy refuge in the woods of Washington
This modest timber-frame cabin was designed by Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, nestled on the shores of Dabob Bay on Hood Canal, Washington. The original cabin on the property was built in 1979, anchored to the ground on one end while protruding over the descending slope at the other. Inspired by the vernacular architecture of the Pacific Northwest, the […]
Glass lake house provides ultimate getaway in the Adirondack Mountains
Phinney Group Design worked in close collaboration with the homeowner to devise this glass lake house retreat, located in Bolton Landing, New York. Nestled on Lake George in the Adirondack Mountains, this dwelling is comprised of 2,905 square feet of living space. The main living space was constructed on an existing camp footprint. This was […]
Charming rustic mountain cabin provides idyllic getaway in a pine forest
Design-build firm Red Rock Contractors has designed this charming rustic mountain cabin as a retreat for a growing family, located in Heber-Overgaard, Navajo County, Arizona. Open spaces and durable yet beautiful materials were key ingredients that went into the design of this cabin for a young, active family. To that end, bespoke elements featuring tough materials are […]
Dreamy Nordic log cabin retreat in the middle of a Spanish forest
This Nordic log cabin provides a cozy place to escape from the city, located in the rugged mountains of La Molina, an hour and a half from Barcelona, Spain. It is the work of the builder and carpenter Vicenç Torrent. This house brings together everything that the owner of the fashion brand Meisie (means ‘little […]
Modernized arts and crafts camp offers dreamy escape on Lake George
Phinney Design Group is responsible for the design of this modernized arts and crafts camp-like home, nestled on the rocky shoreline of Lake George, New York. The contemporary, open floor plan is characterized by extensive use of careful level changes to create distinct living zones within the space. Grey stained windows are reminiscent of natural […]
Cozy cabin getaway in Minnesota provides heavenly waterfront views
This cozy cabin getaway was designed by Charlie & Co. Design, nestled waterfront on Green Lake, in the community of Spicer, Minnesota. A couple desired a lake home with a strong connection to the land. The red exterior honors the old family cabin that previously occupied the site. The detached carriage house provides an additional guest […]
Warm modern vibe displayed in this New England woodland retreat
Flavin Architects have designed this warm and inviting New England woodland retreat, located in Weston, a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. This newly designed dwelling respectfully steps back from the adjacent wetland. The roofline slopes up to the south, allowing maximum natural light during the winter months. Deciduous trees to the south were preserved and provide summer […]








