Nestled high in the mountains with Mont Blanc in the horizon is this restored alpine cabin clad almost entirely in wood, situated in the French Alps, near the town of Megève. It is not a mere cottage, it is a construction in idyllic balance with the environment and equipped with a unique interior design. With roof carports, chimneys […]
Modern-rustic mountain retreat showcases sweeping views of Lake Tahoe
This modern-rustic mountain retreat was designed by PHX Architecture in collaboration with The Refined Group, located in Washoe County, Nevada on the north shore of Lake Tahoe. The residence is set on a forested slope, maximizing its views of Lake Tahoe. The original design of this home did very little to take advantage of its site or incredible views. […]
Courtyard home offers a fresh and contemporary aesthetic in California
A striking contemporary courtyard home was designed by Butler Armsden Architects, located on a gently sloping 1.75 acre property in Atherton, California. This home is spread out over two levels, maximizing views of the rolling hills surrounding the site. From the exterior facade you will find a visually pleasant, varied massing and simple wood siding. This […]
Modern ski chalet nestled in snowy slopes of the Laurentian Mountains
This modern ski chalet was designed as a weekend retreat for a family with children by architectural studio Robitaille Curtis, located on a steep slope in Quebec, Canada. The property is nestled on what was originally a ski hill, Mont-Jasper, located near the charming village of Saint-Donat. This spectacular home is set amongst some of […]
30 Most amazing Christmas decorated trees for some holiday sparkle
Christmas is rapidly approaching and if you have not yet decorated your Christmas tree, we have plenty of inspiration here to share with you. The tree is a big part of your holiday decorating and can be placed pretty much anywhere in your home. Traditionally, most of us place our trees in the living room […]
Chic and stylish coastal style home in Newport Beach, California
This coastal style home was designed by Patterson Custom Homes along with Stacia Dunnam Design, located in the Bayshores community of Newport Beach, California. This newly built custom home of 6,500 square feet features exquisite design details, loaded with warmth and personality. We begin with the front entryway, where a stone walkway in the color shadow gray was sourced from Cougar […]
Striking transparency defining a contemporary family home in Brentwood
McClean Design was responsible for designing this contemporary family home to respond to a busy street in Brentwood, a city in Contra Costa County, California. To give this family with three young girls some much needed privacy, the architects devised a sequence of entry spaces to help with sound attenuation. The drive court features expansive gates […]
Charming Mediterranean style home with heritage in Northern California
This Mediterranean style home was designed by Jute Interior Design, located in Hillsborough, a town in San Mateo County, California, in the San Francisco Bay Area. Modernizing a home with a distinctive traditional mediterranean style can be a challenge, but when a young couple purchased this 1920s home that needed an overhaul, they knew Jute would […]
Beautiful contemporary home in Potrero Hill boasts sophisticated interiors
This beautiful contemporary home was designed by Jute Interior Design, located in Potrero Hill, a residential neighborhood in San Francisco, California. The interiors of this residence are infused with clean lines, no-fuss spaces, plenty of natural light and a very inviting feel. The living room (pictured above) offers a very cozy atmosphere, with a gas-burning fireplace […]
Renovated rustic barnwood farmhouse in Texas gets modern facelift
Olsen Studios was responsible for the transformation of this rustic barnwood farmhouse, located in White Rock Lake area of north-east Dallas, Texas. The architects seamlessly integrated this home into the “country” atmosphere of neighborhood, which features beautiful 100-year-old trees. The goal of this project was to create a seamless connection with the outdoors—with the idyllic lake/park […]