Minimalist Christmas Decorating Ideas for a Clean, Modern Holiday If traditional, heavily ornamented decor feels overwhelming in your streamlined space, you’ll be pleased to know there are many minimalist holiday decorating options that respect clean lines and calm palettes. From subtle silhouettes and sculptural trees to pared-back DIY projects, the following ideas prove that understated … Read more

Finding the right home can feel impossible while house-hunting, something Kevin and Krista discovered when they began their search for a new family home. They started looking in 2018 and quickly concluded they wanted a turn-key property so they could focus on their children rather than tackle a major renovation. That plan changed when Kevin … Read more

Converted 1867 Church Becomes Luxurious Home in Brisbane Once a place of worship, this striking 1867 building in Brisbane has been transformed into a luxurious private residence that is currently on the market. Known as the Church of Palms, the heritage structure has undergone two major adaptive reuses: first converted into a theatre and later … Read more

Aging houses that need a makeover do not always benefit from a single rear extension into the backyard. Successful renovations require careful planning and precise execution: understanding the homeowner’s needs and the structural limits of the original house is essential. Tucked into a busy neighborhood of 1970s and 1980s houses in Coimbra, Portugal, the AA8 … Read more

Minimalist Black and White Apartment: A Modern-Classic Open Plan Renovation Finnish stylist Susanna Vento has transformed a previously uninspired flat into a striking and serene living space. This renovation embraces a minimalist black-and-white palette, blending modern and classic elements to create dramatic contrast while maintaining warmth and comfort. The images, credited to photographer Mirva Kakko, … Read more

How do you make an already beautiful alpine chalet in the heart of Donner Pass even better? Mork-Ulnes Architects answered that question with Trollhus, a striking family retreat that blends a traditional ski-cabin character with a protective concrete base more commonly seen in contemporary urban homes. The design responds directly to an extreme mountain climate—this … Read more

Life here feels relaxed and quietly sophisticated in this striking Australian home, where interior and exterior flow together effortlessly. Designed for a family who value connection to nature and a sense of privacy, the OCM House sits within a generous, leafy 500-square-meter lot. Set back toward the rear of the property, the compact 97-square-meter house … Read more

Balancing privacy and panoramic views is a common challenge for contemporary homes. One effective solution is a street-facing façade that shields the interior from prying eyes while the rear of the house opens fully to its natural surroundings. The 66 Heathdale Residence in Toronto achieves this balance with elegant restraint. Designed by TACT Design INC., … Read more

Invest in quality design. It’s advice you’ve likely heard before, but it bears repeating: choose craftsmanship, durability and usefulness. A well-made piece—handsome, meticulous and thoughtfully proportioned—settles naturally into any setting. Good design adapts to new homes and refreshed rooms, ages gracefully, and often becomes an heirloom that endures across generations. Below are examples of credenzas, … Read more

Balonne River House — Sustainable Five-Bedroom Residence in Saint George, Queensland This eco-conscious five-bedroom home sits on the banks of the Balonne River near Saint George, Queensland. Designed by Fulton Trotter Architects, the residence was conceived to respond to its remote riverside setting while prioritizing self-sufficiency and a strong indoor-outdoor connection. The plan separates living, … Read more