Winkelman Architecture has designed this year-round lakefront retreat on Stockbridge Bowl, a lake in the southern Berkshires, Massachusetts. The distinguishing attribute is the unique asset the tight lakefront building zone offered to the ultimate building design — a pedestrian bridge linking two separate building forms. This five-bedroom scheme features an owner’s bedroom suite, living, […]
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A Texas farmhouse getaway with refined rustic design in the countryside
This new ‘old’ farmhouse getaway was designed by David Weekley Homes in collaboration with Lindsey Herod Interiors, situated in the picturesque countryside of Brenham, Texas. The residence was purchased by a Houston couple whose family once owned the property from 1968 to 1999. The couple, who were high school sweethearts had so many fond memories going […]
This Naples house gets a breezy makeover with indoor-outdoor living
This four-bedroom house has undergone a serene and inviting makeover by Bria Hammel Interiors, situated in Naples, a city on the Gulf of Mexico in southwest Florida. The owners of this home reside in Minnesota and sought a retreat to escape the long, harsh winters. They envisioned a place that was spacious enough to entertain […]
Off-the-grid island camp surrounded by breathtaking woods in Maine
This off-the-grid island camp was designed with plenty of creature comforts by Winkelman Architecture, located on a woodsy property in Oxford County, Maine. The camp is situated on a secluded 3.2-acre private island on the serene, less-developed end of an Oxford County pond. The island is heavily wooded with majestic old-growth oak trees and boasts […]
Impressive Colorado mountain retreat surrounded by an evergreen forest
This gorgeous rustic modern mountain retreat was designed by Method ProDesign in collaboration with Veritas Fine Homes, nestled along the banks of the Florida River in Durango, Colorado. The strongest feature of this design is the passage of natural sunlight through every space in the home. The grand hall with clerestory windows and the glazed […]
A Northwest contemporary cabin with Japanese influences on Lopez Island
CTA Design Builders created this contemporary cabin retreat which sits on a lovely rural property with a low-bank waterfront on Lopez Island, the third largest of the San Juan Islands, Washington. This home was sited on the property to maximize its waterfront views. Access to this home is through the trees, where guests are greeted […]
Step inside this Wisconsin lake house with serene and inviting interiors
This inviting lake house was completely reimagined as a family summer retreat by O’Hara Interiors, located in Hayward, a city in northern Wisconsin. A few years ago, a newly retired couple had decided to tear down their old family cabin and usher in a new era of memories in a custom-built retreat that would be […]
Charming cedar shake cabin gets inviting makeover on Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho
This cedar shake “cabin style” lake house was reimagined by Ashley Campbell Interior Design, nestled on Lake Pend Oreille in Sandpoint, Idaho. Following an extensive years-long search for the ideal retreat, this cozy cabin now offers a family the perfect sanctuary, providing both a summer haven to bask in the warm sun and a winter […]
Tour this spectacular dream retreat on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee
This stunning lake house retreat was designed by Marcus Gleysteen Architects together with LDa Architecture and Interiors, located on Governors Island, one of six bridged islands on Lake Winnipesaukee. The house occupies two connected properties that span a peninsula on Lake Winnipesaukee, which is part of the town of Gilford, New Hampshire. At the foothills […]
This beautifully renovated Aspen home has outstanding Rocky Mountain views
Charles Cunniffe Architects has completely transformed a home into a spectacular family getaway situated in Aspen, a ski resort town in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. The renovation of this outdated home was inspired by the surrounding landscape and spectacular views. The main level floors were raised to eliminate the antiquated “sunken” living room and […]