Mim Design is responsible for the complete rehabilitation of a 1980s holiday home located in Noosa, an Australian resort area on southern Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. This idyllic rainforest retreat is nestled within the lush foliage, on the edge of Noosa National Park. The existing property was expanded and completely refaced to sit beautifully within this […]
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A glorious ski cabin retreat etched in the mountains of the Sierra Nevadas
This incredible ski cabin retreat was designed by Studio Bergtraun Architects, located in Alpine Meadows, a ski resort town in North Lake Tahoe, California. Nestled on an extremely steep mountainside, coupled with one of the highest snow loads in the Sierras, the design required sensitive integration. This required a building structure of high strength while retaining […]
Astounding tropical modern retreat perched over Mexico’s Pacific Coast
Designed as a holiday home by Zozaya Arquitectos, this tropical modern retreat is located in Zihuatanejo, a resort city on Mexico’s Pacific Coast. Perched high above a picturesque tourist town of white sandy beaches with a laid-back vibe. Stepping down the steeply sloping site, this home was designed to capitalize on the views. The main […]
An idyllic waterfront retreat in Maryland is in perfect harmony with nature
Martins Grehl Architects is responsible for the design of this striking modern family retreat located on a two-acre waterfront property in Easton, Maryland. The home was created for a couple of empty nesters from Florida as a vacation home and rendezvous with their three grown kids who reside in New York. This 3,700 square foot dwelling […]
Peaceful lakeside cabin getaway in New Hampshire invites nature inside
This modern lakeside cabin getaway was designed by Massachusetts-based Murdough Design, located on a forested shoreline of Squam Lake, New Hampshire. The lake house provides a peaceful gathering place to escape their city-based and plugged-in lifestyle. The design architecturally frames and amplifies the natural site. The design exudes a modern interpretation of a traditional cabin: […]
Serene cabin retreat tucked in the forest next to Washington’s Hood Canal
This serene cabin retreat designed for family getaways by Wittman Estes Architecture overlooks the Hood Canal of the Olympic Peninsula, Washington. The design of this home is inspired by the native killdeer bird. The retreat is essentially an expression of ‘tactile modernism’, connecting the family to the sensation and physical experiences of the Puget Sound ecosystem. The new cabin […]
Modern interpretation of the farmhouse in the beautiful Berkshire woods
Crisp Architects is responsible for the design of this inviting farmhouse nestled on a wooded property in Berkshire, a town in Tioga County, New York. As you drive onto this sprawling woodsy site, the trees part and you begin to see your destination. Whatever worries you may have brought with you melt away as you approach […]
Eco-friendly retreat embraces nature in Carmel’s Santa Lucia Preserve
Feldman Architecture has designed this eco-friendly retreat for a couple of empty nesters in the Santa Lucia Preserve, a 20,000-acre nature preserve nestled in the coastal foothills just minutes from Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. The homeowners spent two years looking for their idyllic piece of land — flat enough to accommodate single-level living while also being surrounded by […]
Serene lake cottage in Minnesota offers sophisticated style and warmth
This serene lake cottage was designed by JAL Architects in collaboration with Mary Rossi Designs, located in Excelsior, a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. Every detail was thoughtfully considered when building this beautiful new home. The homeowner desired a mix of contemporary with cottage style while integrating treasured family heirlooms into the decor. To personalize this […]
Relaxing lake cottage offers a nature-inspired oasis on Lake Rosseau
Tamarack North has custom built this relaxing lake cottage retreat with modern-rustic details, nestled on Lake Rosseau, a popular recreation lake in the Muskokas, Ontario, Canada. Designed as a weekend retreat, this wonderful oasis is meant to leave its occupants feeling relaxed and refreshed. Throughout the exterior and interior of this home are a great use of textures […]