This fabulous fieldhouse is part of a secluded family retreat designed by Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, nestled in a meadow on Whidbey Island, Washington. Constructed for family and friends, this structure is used for gathering, entertaining and enjoying outdoor activities. The family wanted a secondary structure on their property for their loved ones to celebrate and relax […]
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This gorgeous rustic sanctuary in Tennessee appears to float on water
JLF & Associates in collaboration with Big-D Signature designed this beautiful rustic sanctuary located in Santa Fe, a community in Maury County, Tennessee. This 3,400 square foot home offers the perfect escape from everyday life. Secluded by nature in in the heart of Tennessee, the home consists of four distinct living areas connected by a footbridge; including one space built […]
Lake house sanctuary boasts picturesque views of the Adirondack Mountains
This rustic lake house sanctuary was designed by Phinney Design Group in collaboration with A Perfect Placement, located on Lake George in Upstate New York. Desiring a unique and family oriented vacation home, this house incorporates recycled features and characteristics, including reused timber members. This 5,551 square foot lake house represents the perfect simplicity of warm, contemporary design. […]
Inside a striking summer home retreat nestled on Lake Huron, Ontario
This fabulous summer home retreat was designed by Matter Architectural Studio Inc. in collaboration with SAOTA Architects, set on the banks of Lake Huron, in Ontario, Canada. This home is Cape Town-based architecture firm SAOTA’s first completed project in Canada, extending the possibilities of the traditional lakeside family retreat through a contemporary architectural approach. SAOTA has taken […]
Lakeside cabin getaway boasts breathtaking views on Lake Chelan
This beautiful lakeside cabin house was designed as a family retreat by architects Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, nestled on Lake Chelan in Washington. The project team was commissioned to create a 2,200 square foot home for a couple of siblings, to be shared between their two families. The property was originally purchased by their parents and has been a […]
Tour a charming cottage home nestled on the Washington shoreline
Seattle-based design studio Hoedemaker Pfeiffer is responsible for the design of this charming cottage home, located on Bainbridge Island, Washington. When a family lost their historic 100-year-old residence due to a tragic fire, they lost all of their beloved memories with it. The architects were tasked with restoring the timeless charm of the previous home, which […]
Breathtaking waterfront cabin provides family escape on Lake Arrowhead
This breathtaking waterfront cabin is a remodel project by Mindy Gayer Design in collaboration with the homeowner, McEachron Construction & Design, located on Lake Arrowhead, California. Lake Arrowhead is an unincorporated community in the San Bernardino Mountains of San Bernardino County. The owners, a husband and wife, wanted a home away from home. Their kids are now grown […]
Dream house retreat boasts unforgettable views of the Teton Range
This contemporary dream house retreat is a collaborative effort between Cushing Terrell and Hoyt Architects, located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Perched high on a steeply sloping site, this fascinating dwelling showcases breathtaking views of the Teton Range. The residence boasts a range of playful and whimsical details, making it the ultimate family retreat. Moss rock, rustic […]
Rustic mountain getaway boasts idyllic views of Yellowstone National Park
Miller Roodell Architects has designed this rustic mountain getaway nestled on a property in the Yellowstone Club, a residential community located in Madison County, just west of Big Sky, Montana. This home was created to be a relaxing getaway for a family of five to escape urban living and their busy work schedules. There were several notable features that […]
Amazing gable cabin retreat boasts indoor-outdoor living in New Zealand
CAAHT Studio Architects created this vacation retreat consisting of two simple gable cabin forms, located in Matarangi, a small modern tourist town on the Coromandel Peninsula of New Zealand. The cabin is nestled within an existing clearing amongst the pine trees, near the beach to provide various degrees of shelter. Two gabled structures are connected by a central […]










