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February 4, 2025

Mediterranean Modern in Austin: A Masterclass in Effortless Luxury – ADC

Some homes don’t just exist; they command. They don’t whisper for attention—they take it. This Spanish-inspired sanctuary in Austin does exactly that, blending old-world Mediterranean romance with a modernity so seamless, it feels like it was always meant to be. Designed with an acute understanding of space, light, and restraint, this home is a rare […]

January 28, 2025

This Horizontal Home Has Its Structure On Display

January 28, 2025 Brengues Le Pavec architectes has shared photos of a home they completed in Herault, France, that overlooks the valley. The home has floor-to-ceiling windows to take advantage of the views, while a rectangular swimming pool embellishes the house to the south. A large covered terrace allows wraps around the house, expanding the […]

January 21, 2025

A New Restaurant Design Inspired By The Food It Sells – The Waffle

Multidisciplinary design studio Masquespacio has shared photos of their latest project, Novu Waffle, an innovative gastronomic space in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a focus on fun and immersion, Masquespacio has created a dynamic and cheerful environment where the waffle is the undisputed star. Waffles inspired the design of the restaurant, which can be seen on […]

January 11, 2025

A Stone-Covered Home That Surrounds a Central Courtyard With Sunken Seating

YDR estudio, led by architect Yolanda De Rueda, has completed a contemporary stone house in Mexico, set between the beach and the mountains. The home is organised around a central circular courtyard with sunken outdoor seating. The studio is at ydrestudio.com. Arrival through a cactus wall A cactus wall marks the entrance and introduces two […]

January 9, 2025

An Intentionally Muted Yet Refined Palette Of Natural Materials For A Home In Lake Tahoe

MacCracken Robinson Architects has shared photos of a modern home they completed in Lake Tahoe, California with an intentionally muted yet refined palette of natural materials including cedar, oak, fir, and steel, allowing the house to harmoniously blend with the surroundings. The site of the home is located near the historic 1960 Olympic Nordic track […]

January 7, 2025

Plants Cascade Down The Exterior Of This New Home

Architecture firm NAQI & Partners, has shared photos of a villa they completed in the heart of the coastal city of Nha Trang, Vietnam, that integrates plants and an indoor swimming pool into its design. The Nha Trang Pool Villa is the living space for a young family, balancing modern living with the desire for […]

January 4, 2025

A Warm Wood Interior Contrasts With The Black Charred Cedar Exterior At This Ranch Lodge In Oregon

Architecture and Interior Design firm Hacker, has shared photos of Black Butte Ranch Lodge that they completed in Sisters, Oregon. Originally planned and built in the early 1970s, Black Butte Ranch sits the base of The Three Sisters mountains, it received a comprehensive redevelopment plan in 2013, and after working with Hacker on the new […]

January 1, 2025

A Dark Brick Exterior For A Home Surrounded By Trees

Scott Posno Design has shared photos of a modern home they completed in Vancouver, Canada, that showcases a dark brick exterior. The house presents a series of stacked, dark brick volumes that create a strong geometric presence, evoking strength and privacy. The home also features overlapping forms, giving it a modern, sculptural feel. At the […]

December 23, 2024

Exposed Wood Posts & Beams Add A Warm Rustic Touch To This Small Cabin

Still Architects has shared photos of a small contemporary cabin they completed in the Muskoka region of Ontario, Canada, where the Rosseau River flows into the lake. The 800-square-foot (74-sqm) cabin has a wood exterior with black accents. Its wood deck, with steps down to the gravel, expands its living space. The heavy Douglas fir […]

December 21, 2024

Before + After – A Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Renovation

Blaine Architects together with Marshall Interiors, have completed the renovation of a mid-century modern home in San Mateo, California, for a young couple who wanted to update the kitchen, living room, dining room, and family room. Here’s a glimpse of the original kitchen and entryway… The renovated home includes a pivoting glass front door that […]

December 12, 2024

Lofty Timber Vaulted Ceilings And Sandstone Details For This Sydney Building

Photography by Brett Boardman Multidisciplinary architectural practice fjcstudio, has completed a building in Sydney, Australia, that includes colonial stone masonry, lofty geometric forms, and a layered tapestry of handcrafted materials. Photography by Brett Boardman Photography by Brett Boardman Nestled within Sydney’s heritage-listed legal precinct, the lower facade of the King & Phillip residences showcase panels […]

December 11, 2024

Before & After – A Mid-Century Modern Renovation In Oregon

Originally designed by prominent Pacific Northwest architect Saul Zaik, this 1963 mid-century modern house has been remodeled by SHED Architecture & Design for a young, minimalist family. The Mori House sits on a gently sloped, forested site off a quiet road in the west end of Portland, Oregon, and it has a detached garage/studio, elevated […]