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This Tiny Scottish Cottage Emphasizes Two Simple Materials
This Tiny Scottish Cottage Emphasizes Two Simple Materials
The 409-square-foot Highlands retreat combines clay with locally felled Douglas fir, which was used for everything from structural elements down to kitchen cabinets.
By Grace Bernard
This Australian Home Is Wrapped Entirely in Zinc
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In Portland, a Dusty-Blue Midcentury With a Spruced-Up Interior Seeks $1.7M
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Before & After: In Spain, an Architect Restores an Iconic Home Built by His Grandparents
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If Your Monochromic Room Feels Flat, Here’s How to Fix It
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Budget Breakdown: A $1.1M Prefab Gives a Divorcée a Fresh Start in Midcoast Maine
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