This modern stone dwelling features an open and airy layout, designed by Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro Architects, located in Preston Hollow, a neighborhood in north Dallas, Texas. The dwelling is sited far back on its lot for privacy, appearing to hover above the ground. “It is at once light, even ethereal, while also being unquestionably natural, solid, and unmovable,” states […]
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Remote Colorado mountain home blends modern and comfortable
Vertical Arts Architecture, completed this contemporary mountain home in the Fall of 2015, located in the unique community of Perry Park Ranch, in Larkspur, Colorado. This spectacular residence features the Pike National Forest as its backdrop, offering a relaxed atmosphere in a remote Colorado mountain setting. Here you will find Ponderosa pines, Douglas fir and Cottonwoods, a […]
Sleek and sexy modern hillside home above Sunset Plaza, LA
Architecture studio McClean Design has completed this modern hillside home nestled in a desirable area overlooking Sunset plaza in Los Angeles, California. Clean lines and modern architecture characterizes this fascinating 9,000 square foot property located on a tight lot hovering above the LA skyline. The architects goal for this project was to maximize the views while at the […]
An Italian farmhouse in Texas with brilliant contemporary details
Architectural firm Vanguard Studio in collaboration with custom home builder John Siemering Homes, completed this interpretation of an Italian farmhouse. Constructed in 2015 in Austin, Texas, the residence showcases a rustic styling with steel elements. The interior of this two-story home is characterized by a contemporary influence within an Italian traditional structure. It is just as visually […]
Dream home in the Arizona desert merges indoor/outdoor living
This contemporary desert dream home was designed by Tate Studio Architects, along with Full Circle Custom Homes, located in Scottsdale, Arizona. A beautiful front entryway greets you, with basalt columns and a pivoting art glass door (Source: Meltdown Glass) that allows you to see straight through to the rear of the property. With expansive walls of glass […]
Minimalist beach home with dramatic views over the Atlantic Ocean
Designer Kelly Behun helped create this modern weekend retreat, a seaside escape for her family in Southampton, on the South Fork of Long Island, New York. The Hamptons is best known as a string of seaside communities that the affluent NYC residents visit for their summer holidays. This exceptional home nestled along the coast features a series of glass […]
The ultimate waterfront dream home in North Carolina
This tranquil weekend retreat is a waterfront dream home for its owners, designed by Heather Garrett Design in the countryside of Lake Gaston, North Carolina. This well crafted vacation home is the perfect place for entertaining with a sumptuous swimming pool and fabulous lakefront views. The family main residence is in Chapel Hill, but they enjoy spending their […]
Inviting modern farmhouse with vineyard views in Napa Valley
The design of this stunning modern farmhouse was inspired by the region’s agricultural heritage. Designed by Stephen Willrich Architecture, the residence is sited to perfectly capture the views of the surrounding vineyards and ridgelines of Napa Valley, California. The dwelling was built is the tradition of the farm house vernacular by Total Concepts, with board and batten siding. The structures are lined […]
Light-flooded contemporary style residence in West Vancouver
This beautiful two-story contemporary style residence was designed in 2015, located in West Vancouver, a district municipality in the province of British Columbia, Canada. The home has been professionally photographed by the talented Darren Sutherland, co-owner and photographer for SnowChimp Creative. This family home offers main living spaces on the first level, while the private, bedroom spaces are […]
Vancouver Island residence is completely surrounded by water
Canadian architectural studio Mckinley Burkart Architects designed this stunning contemporary residence on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. This particular home is one of the architects most aesthetically traditional projects, encompassing 15,000 square feet of sumptuous living space. The dwelling is comprised of pavilions and low bridges and is completely surrounded by water. The architects worked closely with […]








