Take Four: International Builders' Show Edition
There was a lot to see at the International Builders’ Show last week. Here are four things that caught my eye.
It Takes a Village
On Washington's lush Bainbridge Island, one community strives for quality of life as a sustainable initiative.
The 2009 International Builders' Show
Green themes and cost-effective credentials might not be new to the spotlight, but they are certainly ubiquitous at the 2009...
Take Me Home
A “tree house” of clean lines, ample glass, and thoughtful ingenuity lets a Washington, DC–area family and a stream of weekend...
Our Favorite Outdoor Products for a Breezy Beach Retreat
The picks include a chartreuse-yellow woven bench swing by Paola Lenti and an outdoor pouffe by Maria Vinka.
An Australian Builder’s Cramped Family Cottage Gets an Industrial-Inspired Extension
In Melbourne’s Newport suburb, OOF! Architecture leads a skillful remodel packed with playful surprises like exposed trusses, a...
Modern Take on a Texas Farmhouse
A modern, gabled home in Austin is designed to feel like a "leftover railroad house that had been repurposed."
A Modern Take on the Pitched-Roof
A family’s house outside the hustle of Amsterdam makes the most of local materials and forms.
Four Floors of Gadgets and Gardens in Chicago
A strategic rewire enhances a spec house’s gut renovation.
The Muji Hut is a Masterful Take on Minimalism
A very special little place, all your own...
Take a Plunge Into These Enticing Modern Pools
Summer is coming, and we are more than ready.
These Four Colors Will Dominate Our Homes in 2021
Industry experts predict the paint shades that will soothe and invigorate us after a volatile year.
We’ll Take One of Everything From Parachute and A.L.C.’s New, Limited-Edition Collection
Sweet dreams are made of this chic set of sleepwear and accessories.
Four Generations and Counting, This House is a Family Affair
With Alvar Aalto in mind, a renowned Swedish architect crafts a serene home on a long-held family plot.
A Streamlined Addition Serves a Family of Four in Australia
Thomas + Williams Architects sow simplicity with an artful combination of concrete, oak, steel, and prefabricated panels in Port...
Four Courtyards Form This Modern Waterfront Home
Set on a sandy bluff overlooking the shores of Lake Michigan, a modern home has been inspired by its magical setting.
RM-3 Episode Four: Logs Revisited
We chat with the founder and CEO of Spinnova, a Finnish company turning wood pulp into cellulose fibers that can then be used in...
A Prefab Passive House Takes Root in the Catskills
Assembled in just two weeks, the idyllic retreat near Woodstock, New York, realizes a couple’s dream of rural living.
A Design Duo Takes Over A Whole Factory
We can only imagine all the fun these designers must be having at home.
Take a Peek at These 30 Architects’ Private Homes
Being your own client comes with its own challenges and rewards.
An Internationally Celebrated Home in the Australian Backcountry Asks $9M
Tucked under a ridgeline in the Blue Mountains, Invisible House opens to spectacular valley views while protected from the...
This Cantilevered Home in Austria Takes In All the Views
Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the second level, providing a panoramic perspective over rolling green hills.
Mattress Companies That Will Take You to Cloud Nine
It can be a challenge to sift through the trendy mattress companies popping up today—luckily for you, we’ve looked into the most...
This Serene Cabin in Slovakia Takes the Shape of a Yurt
A weekend getaway for a creative couple outside Bratislava is inspired by the nomadic structure.
This Hollywood Hideout Takes Cues From the Mediterranean
For this West Hollywood abode, designer Mandy Cheng was directed to create the “luxe version of Leonard Cohen in Greece.”
Take A Rare Glimpse Into This Ultramodern Balearic Villa
Stretched along a grassy plateau in Ibiza, Spain, this island home displays Belgian architect Bruno Erpicum’s characteristically...
Prefab Builder Blu Homes to Disrupt the Construction Industry
Prefab builder Blu Homes, helmed by CEO Bill Haney, aims to disrupt the construction industry supply chain by interacting...
These Designs Take Bamboo Infrastructure to a New Level
Flexible, durable, and fast-growing—it's no wonder bamboo has been nick-named "the green steel of the 21st century."
A Strong Builder Bond Results in a Sophisticated Australian Home
Nestled near Melbourne, Huntingtower is a three-story bespoke mansion boasting a careful selection of high-quality materials.
These 8 Unusual Windows Will Take You by Surprise
These unexpected windows featuring unconventional shapes and surprising locations will have you rethinking the possibilities of...
These Four Harmonious Homes Are a Lesson in How to Design With Roommates
Having roommates is no longer solely reserved for younger generations.
A New Study Shows the Power of Natural Light
How does daylight affect happiness and well-being? Marvin decided to find out.
How a Family of Four Thrives in a 1985 Volkswagen Van
The Sellmeyer family embraces #vanlife as an opportunity to live, learn, and love while exploring the great outdoors.
An International Style Midcentury Masterpiece in Denver Gets a Meticulous Update
A couple brings the wow factor back to a 20th-century home in Denver.
Take a Trip to This Photographer-Designed Concrete Home in Thailand
Architecture and interior photographer Marc Gerritsen went back to basics when he designed this minimalist concrete house that...
A Couple Takes an Unassuming Plot of Land and Calls it Home
After a long day at the office together, this pair relaxes in upstate New York.

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