There are many ways to give an older house a fresh, contemporary update. A common solution is a rear extension that opens to the backyard and blurs the boundary between indoors and out. The Naremburn Twin Peaks Cottage, designed by Benn & Penna Architecture, takes a different route: it preserves the original street façade while … Read more

We have long admired how modern home offices have evolved from rows of dull cubicles into energizing, creative spaces that feel more like contemporary living areas than traditional workplaces. The shift is especially apparent in companies that design their offices to foster collaboration, creativity and comfort. One standout example is the Patreon headquarters in San … Read more

Purunã Cabin by Bruno Zaitter arquiteto — A Private Elevated Retreat in Brazil Purunã Cabin, designed by Bruno Zaitter arquiteto in Brazil, is a compact, elegant retreat that blends comfort with verdant surroundings and expansive views. Elevated on stilts to minimize its impact on the site, the cabin preserves the existing terrain while offering elevated … Read more

The fall collections are arriving, and the new releases are worth a look. This season highlights familiar trends refreshed with unexpected twists. Below is our Fall Design Preview for 2019, featuring standout pieces and fresh arrivals from brands like CB2 and Zara Home. These selections are approachable and often budget-friendly, making this an ideal moment … Read more

NY Accord Passive House: An Affordable, Net-Zero Energy Home in New York Many homeowners assume that green homes require high-tech gadgets and large budgets. The NY Accord Passive House designed by North River Architecture & Planning proves otherwise. This modest, sustainably built home combines a vernacular exterior with a contemporary, light-filled interior while using locally … Read more

Modern comfort and traditional charm coexist beautifully in the Terracotta House, a London residence by Annabelle Tugby Architects. Situated well back from the street, the house balances a classic, earthy exterior with a bright, contemporary interior. Its setting and a winding driveway create a sense of privacy and seclusion while the custom terracotta façade gives … Read more

Extravagant mansions with every modern amenity can certainly impress, but smaller homes that maximize space, budget and resources are often more inspiring. Stonewood House by Breathe Architecture in Northcote, Melbourne, is a compact residence that demonstrates how thoughtful design can deliver privacy, flexibility and a strong connection to the outdoors without excess. The house balances … Read more

Some design elements cycle back into fashion and then become long-lasting trends that reshape interiors worldwide. As older homes receive modern makeovers and adaptive reuse grows in popularity, industrial, rustic and farmhouse accents are reappearing in force. One classic feature enjoying a strong revival is the wooden ceiling beam. Once a practical structural element in … Read more

The House Between Trees in Brazil, designed by Ateliê de Arquitetura Líquida, demonstrates how sensitive design can turn a difficult site into a striking and functional home. The architects responded to the lot’s irregular geometry with carefully angled volumes and two rotating blind blocks that create privacy without cutting the house off from its natural … Read more

Lindis Lodge: Sustainable Luxury in New Zealand’s Southern Alps The Southern Alps of New Zealand are a place of breathtaking scale and quiet drama. There, where mountain ridges meet wide glacial valleys, stands Lindis Lodge — a luxurious five-bedroom retreat conceived to sit gently within this remarkable landscape. Designed by Architecture Workshop, the lodge responds … Read more