Reinventing a Traditional Edwardian near Lake Ontario
When a family couldn’t part with a traditional Edwardian, their architect introduced a world of design inspiration instead.
A LEED Gold Weekend Home Embraces the Ontario Landscape
This all-white LEED Gold home is undoubtedly modern, but takes cues from the historic precedent of the longhouse to bring the...
Glass Walls Wrap a Prefab Boathouse on a Remote Ontario Lake
Building Arts Architects transported materials by barge to the rocky shore of Kawagama Lake, and erected the spectacular...
This Loon Lake Getaway Is a Wabi-Sabi Twist on the Traditional Cabin
Drawing on Japanese, Scandinavian, and Shaker influences, Whitten Architects designs a decidedly non-rustic lakeside retreat in...
Dream/Dive Platform Encourages Playful Summer Living
Summer is all about experiencing simple pleasures.
Artist Reinvents the Contemporary Art Experience
Sargam Griffin, a contemporary artist located in Healdsburg, California, is reinventing the art experience.
Reflections on a Lake
Unobtrusively distinct from its neighbors, a weekend house in Mexico assimilates the colors of the surrounding landscape on...
Two Architects Build a Chalet-Style Getaway Near Lake Tahoe
Sherry Scott and John Kosich create a weather-ready retreat in the mountains of California.
A Modern Lakeside Boathouse in Ontario
A Toronto firm crafts a serene waterfront structure for a family in Georgian Bay.
A Glass-Encased Home in a Forest Near Salt Lake City Asks $2M
Nestled within a thicket of trees just minutes from the city, the renovated 1970s home has several solariums and monolithic...
2 New Gable Roofs Brighten Up an Edwardian Cottage in Melbourne
The Melbourne beachside suburb of Sandringham is filled with period houses such as this Edwardian timber home—but this one has...
A Sustainably Built Home in Rural Ontario
For this rural Ontario home, building sustainably was less about high-tech gizmos than learning to truly love the land.
An Earthy Makeover Warms an Edwardian Home in Melbourne
Robust materials, including red brick and concrete, come together to create a durable and modern home.
An Elegant Edwardian Home Is Treated to a Thoughtful Revamp
Toronto’s Paul Raff Studio takes an avant-garde approach to the restoration of this historic home.
BioLite Is Reinventing Outdoor Tech—From Backyard to Basecamp
From a smokeless fire pit to a headlamp that’s actually chic, BioLite has spent years upping the standard for outdoor gear.
A Modern Tiny House Reinvents the Finnish Barbecue Hut
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Listed for $2.65M, This Bavarian-Style “Snow Haus” Near Lake Tahoe Is the Perfect Alpine Escape
Overlooking the Truckee River, the chalet gets its name from a white stucco facade that blends into the snowy winter landscape.
Before & After: Jenni Kayne’s Renovated Lakeside Kitchen Reimagines the “Rustic” Look
Designer Jenni Kayne updates a Lake Arrowhead kitchen while prioritizing natural light, neutral tones, and quality materials.
Top 5 Homes of the Week That Are Strongly Connected to Bodies of Water
For some people, living by a body of water is an important priority—and when it comes time to building or renovating their dream...
Traditional Farmhouse Meets Contemporary Living
Inspired by hilltop views and traditional New England farm and barn structures, Marvin Architect's Challenge-winner Michael...
J Geiger Reinvents Luxury Home Shading for a New Audience
Luxury shading pioneer J Geiger launches a new line of sleek, simplified window shades that are designed and built for homes...
Traditional Churches Become Modern Homes
Sometimes church congregations move on, perhaps because the building itself is falling apart or it becomes too small.
Floating House, Lake Huron
On the edge of a tiny island accessible only by boat, this buoyant summer home lives the life aquatic.
15 Modern Additions to Traditional Homes
We believe that building a new addition (or many) to your home is exciting.
An Oxford Edwardian With a Cantilevered Glass Addition Lists for £4M
Once the residence of Charles Darwin’s great granddaughter, the 1912 structure has a mullet-style design with a surprising rear...
Acclaimed Architect Risa Boyer Reinvents Indoor/Outdoor Living
Having recently celebrated her firm’s 10th anniversary in Portland, Oregon, Risa Boyer is wholly invested in her local AIA...
7 Crafty Alternatives to the Traditional Headboard
These unusual takes on the classic headboard are sure to shake up your bedroom decor.
Now’s Your Chance to Run Your Own Farmhouse Inn in Ontario’s Prince Edward County
Listed for $1,500,000, The Ferg is an 1840s residence offering three lovingly restored suites.
A Pair of Filmmakers Give Their San Francisco Edwardian a Sensuous Edit
Returning to the Presidio after two decades in New York, an auteur couple and their young daughters work with Geremia Design to...
A $437K Retrofit Turns a Dilapidated Edwardian Into a High-Design Haven
A first-time owner-builder masterfully crafts a home for a family of six in Melbourne, Australia.
Old Meets New in This Modern Extension to an Edwardian House in Melbourne
Ninety-nine years after this 1915 Edwardian-era house was built, Australian firm Preston Lane transformed the interior via a...
Bright Bauhaus Colors Fill This Brick Edwardian House in London
Bold Bauhaus colors including blue, red, and yellow come together to invigorate this brick Edwardian house in West London.
An Edwardian Home Gets a New Life Complete With a Sparkling Pool
Wellard Architects gives a Melbourne family home a refreshing remodel that celebrates the past while embracing the future.
A Serene Indoor/Outdoor Oasis Rises on a Lakeshore in Ontario
A family wanted to prioritize outdoor living and easy social gatherings in their new home—so Toronto firm MJMA delivered a...
A Hybrid Prefab in Ontario Drinks In its Lakeside Locale
A prefab core cuts down on construction time while site-built additions (like a screened porch) fine-tune the cottage for...
Near Montreal, a House Connects With Its Surroundings
In Boucherville, Quebec, Blouin Tardif Architecture-Environnement designs a single-family house that opens onto a veranda.

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