Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, in collaboration with Amy Baker Design, has designed this LEED Platinum home in Seattle, Washington, which exemplifies the perfect fusion of sustainability and exceptional design. The homeowners envisioned an urban lodge that blends wood, stone, and a seamless connection to nature. A core goal was to create a net-zero energy home that produces […]
Puzzle Prefab is a prototype of modern architecture and sustainable living, designed by Wittman Estes in partnership with Sparrow Woodworks on Whidbey Island, Washington. It is energy-efficient and utilizes various sustainable materials, innovative systems, and building practices to reduce its environmental footprint. Defined by flexibility, Puzzle Prefab took on the challenge of building dwellings that […]
Architectural studio Ward + Blake created this spectacular rammed-earth home with a green roof nestled on a sprawling property in Squirrel, Fremont County, Idaho. The 5,994-square-foot house has a vegetated roof to enhance insulation, reduce stormwater runoff, and blend seamlessly with the natural landscape. It was built using the architects’ patented EarthWall construction system, which uses […]
Award-winning architectural studio Morgante Wilson Architects has created this impressive net-zero energy vacation cottage nestled in Harbert, Michigan. The architects designed this passive house with maintenance-free Hardie panel siding. Upon entering this dwelling, you will notice a stunning interior layout that seems to flow effortlessly from one space to the next. Soaring ceilings and tall […]
This modern weekend retreat with a facade of wood and steel shipping containers is located in Union Pier, Michigan, designed by Fredman Design Group. The retreat is the designer’s own personal home that she shares with her partner. A blending of traditional and industrial elements, the designer felt inspired to get creative. The architect noted that […]
Living Stone Design + Build created this dreamy modern farmhouse home with one-of-a-kind design details, nestled on a serene 2.87-acre property surrounded by mountains in the Beaverdam Valley neighborhood of Ashville, North Carolina. This green-built and certified luxury house offers an open and airy floor plan of 4,652 square feet with five bedrooms and four […]
Altura Architects has crafted this striking mountain home that is ideally perched over a lake, situated in Bryson City, a quaint North Carolina town and gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This impressive home has achieved LEED Gold status, designed to integrate harmoniously with its surrounding Appalachian mountain setting. The understated exterior and […]
Whitten Architects completely refreshed this dilapidated cottage and created an energy-efficient collection of buildings for living, gathering, and connecting with the small island community in Casco Bay, Maine. This home is nestled on a peninsula along Casco Bay in the town of Harpswell, a picturesque fishing town made up of small islands renowned for its […]
Design-build studio Black Rabbit has beautifully renovated this 1963 midcentury modern home that embraces eco-friendly design features in the quiet Sherwood Oaks neighborhood of Austin, Texas. The 2,294-square-foot, four-bedroom, three-bathroom dwelling harmoniously blends indoor and outdoor living spaces to enhance its wooded surroundings. Concealed from the street by a Texas limestone privacy wall, the inviting […]
Nestled in the hills of Los Angeles, the Viewpoint Vista residence is a striking example of modern architecture that embraces both luxury and sustainability. Designed by Coates Design, this custom home offers panoramic views of the city and beyond, blending contemporary design with eco-friendly design practices. The dwelling is designed to maximize its stunning setting, […]
