Bonin Architects & Associates has designed this spectacular lake house, surrounded by a lush forest and overlooking beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire. The values exemplified in this home reflect the mindful clients who commissioned the design. Environmental sensitivity was a guiding principle in the project; everyone enjoyed a collaborative approach to materials research, resulting in […]
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North Rim Reverie: A modern sanctuary in Oregon with stunning mountain views
Designed by Lightfoot Architecture, The North Rim Reverie is a modern sanctuary bathed in light, where glass, wood, and stone flow effortlessly between indoors and out. Perched above Bend, Oregon, with distant mountain views, this 3,000-square-foot home captures the quiet magic of natural materials, timeless design, and the healing rhythm of nature. If a home […]
Step into a luminous Austin home that beautifully embraces its urban setting
This modern new home, by Specht Novak Architects, is set within one of Austin’s most authentic, charming neighborhood’s, Zilker Park. The Zilker Park House reframes the urban single-family home with modern clarity, measured scale, and careful attention to context. In an older, eclectic neighborhood made up of historic bungalows and cottages — now besieged by […]
1770 Saltbox farmhouse gets remarkable renovation in Connecticut countryside
This 1770 Saltbox farmhouse, beautifully restored by Haver & Skolnick Architects, is located in the northwestern hills of Connecticut on a large working farm. It sits on approximately 150 acres of rural land, offering complete privacy and seclusion as well as natural beauty. This distinctive home was greatly expanded to meet the lifestyle needs of […]
A Lake Tahoe mountain home getaway nestled among towering pine trees
This year-round mountain home getaway was crafted for a young family for year-round enjoyment by designer Matthew O’Dorisio, situated in Martis Camp, a private community near Lake Tahoe, California. Surrounded by a pine forest, this home was designed to avoid log cabin stereotypes. Instead, the designer opted to restrain rustic elements, contrasting reclaimed-wood ceilings and beams […]
A magnificent New Hampshire home nestled in the serene Rye countryside
This inviting New Hampshire home was crafted by TMS Architects in collaboration with CM Ragusa Builders, nestled in the peaceful countryside of Rye. The region is home to numerous historic communities, making it a desirable place to live. When the homeowners purchased the property, it included an 1881 school house. This raised concerns in the […]
A heritage farm on Orcas Island inspires the design of this modern farmhouse
This modern farmhouse was designed by Syndicate Smith together with WestCorp Construction, located on 120 acres of forest and farmland in Orcas Island, Washington. With a storied past, the farm was purchased during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic. The family of five (he is a builder and owner of WestCorp, while she is a painter) decided to […]
Historic log cabin barns get transformed into a charming Santa Fe home
A rare blend of history and modern living, this residence reimagines log-cabin barns with the authenticity of Santa Fe-style architecture and adobe architecture. Thoughtfully restored by Gayla Bechtol Architect, it honors Historic Preservation Santa Fe while embracing Sustainable Architecture New Mexico. This home captures the timeless character of Santa Fe adobe houses with refined comfort […]
100-year-old barn home gets restored to its former glory in Dutchess County
This 100-year-old barn was transformed into a rustic modern barn house for accomodating overnight guests by Daniel Contelmo Architects, located in Salt Point, a hamlet in the Town of Pleasant Valley, Dutchess County, New York. The entire exterior of this barn received new board and batten wood siding, with a seamed metal roof. The center […]
A beautiful New Hampshire lakefront home with scenic views of Lake Sunapee
This lakefront home, designed by Bonin Architects & Associates, offers dynamic spaces for family gatherings and intimate daily life, nestled along Lake Sunapee in New Hampshire. The home, called ‘Aerie Bluff,’ prioritizes lake views and outdoor integration while respecting the natural environment, shaping the home’s overall design. The gently sloping site offered a unique opportunity […]










