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These Eclectic Pods Nestled in a Chinese Pine Forest Imitate Their Natural Surroundings

Designed by ZJJZ Atelier, the shingle-clad pods—known as The Seeds—provide an off-grid retreat in a lush area in Jiangxi, China.

By Kathryn M.

This May Be the Most Ecologically Ambitious Home Renovation on the Planet

On Bainbridge Island, off the Washington coast, Charlie Hellstern Interior Design and The Miller Hull Partnership create the first residential remodel to achieve Living Building Challenge certification.

Slow Down Time at This Dreamy New Eco Hotel in Oaxaca, Mexico

Set on the shores of Puerto Escondido, Casona Sforza is a restorative escape inspired by ancient traditions.

A Family of Five Adds a Whimsical Tree House to Their Slice of Paradise in Northern California

A rope bridge slung across a ravine leads to an imaginative retreat by San Francisco–based artist and designer Jay Nelson.

An Architect’s Weekend Home Along the French Riviera Borrows Stones From Ancient Ruins

Inside an old restaurant erected using pieces of the Trophy of Augustus, architect Jeremy Biermann layers in more locally sourced materials to create a family retreat.

The Best Outdoor Accessories for Every Kind of Summer Shindig

From backyard campouts to intimate weddings, here’s everything you need to host the perfect warm-weather event.

A Posh Tudor-Style Home in L.A. Seeks $7M

Built in 1925, the updated residence and guesthouse in Hancock Park mix modern pizzazz with historic charm.

Budget Breakdown: An Interior Designer Livens Up Her Dated Kitchen for $57K

Leonora Mahle gives her midcentury kitchen a fresh new look with a pool-inspired color palette.

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Estudio JI Arquitectos transforms a dilapidated shed in southeastern Spain into a weekend retreat and horse haven.

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