Cabin in a Cabin, designed by Syndicate Smith, is set along the forest shore of Lake Wenatchee, Washington, and takes an unusual approach to renovation. When the architects came to the site, a log cabin from 1915 was already standing there, weathered but intact. Instead of tearing it down, they left it exactly where it […]

Along the banks of the Jefferson River near Three Forks, Montana, sits a stunning ranch house, designed by Faure Halvorsen Architects and built by Yellowstone Traditions, on an 1,800-acre property. It lies near the confluence of the Jefferson, Madison, and Gallatin rivers, a stretch of water long regarded as one of the West’s premier fly-fishing […]

For generations, the owners’ family gathered at Clearwater Lake, Maine, swimming, fishing, and boating, honoring the bonds among cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. After years of searching, they found their own lakefront site to carry that spirit forward, where the dinner bell might again draw relatives to share evenings by the water. The home was […]

This gorgeous modern farmhouse was newly built by Durden Architecture in collaboration with Forte Building Group, tucked into the rolling hills of Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee. Crisp white siding, a standing seam metal roof, and a charming cupola-topped barn garage set the tone for a home that gives this home its timeless Southern architecture. Inside, […]

DAJ Design has created this minimalist house that is centered around art and mountain views, situated in Boulder, Colorado. Called the ‘View House’, this home was originally planned as an extensive renovation. As demolition revealed major structural and code issues with the original home, the owners agreed that starting fresh with a new build was […]

Haven Design and Construction designed and furnished this beautiful mountain home, which is nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Littleton, Colorado. After seeing another home that they had designed in the neighborhood, this family hired them to specify all interior materials, plumbing, lighting fixtures, tile, countertops, hardware, appliances, and wallpaper. They also […]

Making your backyard patio design a place where guests want to linger is a combination of factors. This includes comfortable seating where your guests can lounge, as well as mood-setting touches such as overhead string lights. You also need a well-designed layout with a few distinct spots for hanging out, so the space works just […]

On the shores of Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota, a mountain-modern home was beautifully built by City Homes, making the most of a compact lot. The 5,100-square-foot lakefront residence encompasses four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a striking 16-foot-tall sport court, all within a surprisingly small footprint. Every detail, inside and out, reflects City Homes’ signature mountain-modern […]

Overlooking Eel Pond and the harbor in Edgartown, this gambrel shingle-style home on Martha’s Vineyard was designed by Patrick Ahearn Architect to capture sweeping water views while echoing the grand shingle-style manors of the late nineteenth century. The house’s implied symmetry frames long sightlines toward the pond, and a spacious courtyard, anchored by the main […]

Tucked into a Southwest Portland neighborhood in Oregon, this spectacular Northwest contemporary home was brought to life by Mountainwood Homes. After years of searching for a lot that matched their ideal location and budget, the couple finally found the perfect site for their custom home in a neighborhood they had grown to love. Spread out […]