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The established trees and layering of wood/stone/landscape materials leading to the front door creates a brief but gentle transition between public and private. Multiple access points lead to a range of indoor/outdoor living spaces which all feel connected through wrap around exterior walkways.
The established trees and layering of wood/stone/landscape materials leading to the front door creates a brief but gentle transition between public and private. Multiple access points lead to a range of indoor/outdoor living spaces which all feel connected through wrap around exterior walkways.
This stately beach home in Newport Beach outfitted by Noori Xander Design features a mix of classic Italianate influences and Californian beach vibes.
This stately beach home in Newport Beach outfitted by Noori Xander Design features a mix of classic Italianate influences and Californian beach vibes.
Alcoves for books and art are woven throughout the house.
Alcoves for books and art are woven throughout the house.
A fixed window at the end of a hallway frames an outdoor sculpture. The acoustics throughout the home are comfortable, says Kurth, thanks to a high-level of insulation and tight envelope. “There's no echo-y sound,” says Kurth.
A fixed window at the end of a hallway frames an outdoor sculpture. The acoustics throughout the home are comfortable, says Kurth, thanks to a high-level of insulation and tight envelope. “There's no echo-y sound,” says Kurth.
As with many previous projects, Kappe designed the home to honor the topography of the site. Steel components frame the residence, allowing parts of the abode to cantilever over the natural terrain with minimal disturbance.
As with many previous projects, Kappe designed the home to honor the topography of the site. Steel components frame the residence, allowing parts of the abode to cantilever over the natural terrain with minimal disturbance.
An undulating glass wall encases the living areas and offers direct views of the backyard oasis.
An undulating glass wall encases the living areas and offers direct views of the backyard oasis.
Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston helped craft his LEED-certified residence, which is situated for uninterrupted views of the Southern California coast.
Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston helped craft his LEED-certified residence, which is situated for uninterrupted views of the Southern California coast.
Robert explores the new Genesis GV80 with his dog, Tony. Preproduction model with optional features shown.
Robert explores the new Genesis GV80 with his dog, Tony. Preproduction model with optional features shown.
A large island grounds the kitchen in the middle of the space.
A large island grounds the kitchen in the middle of the space.
Preproduction model with optional features shown.
Preproduction model with optional features shown.
The O-asis house is set on an elongated 1.7-acre site on a horse property area of Phoenix, north of Piestewa Peak within the Phoenix Mountain Preserve.
The O-asis house is set on an elongated 1.7-acre site on a horse property area of Phoenix, north of Piestewa Peak within the Phoenix Mountain Preserve.
The ability to open the living and dining area to the pool and terrace makes the home ideal for entertaining.
The ability to open the living and dining area to the pool and terrace makes the home ideal for entertaining.
A look back at the atrium on the left and the foyer on the right—sleek, built-in storage lines the entry on one side, opposite a two-sided fireplace.
A look back at the atrium on the left and the foyer on the right—sleek, built-in storage lines the entry on one side, opposite a two-sided fireplace.
Nicole Hollis selected dark walnut flooring and marble accents contrasted with warm hues of gray, navy, and cream. In the formal living room, a Barnaby Barford mirror is perched above a custom fireplace surround.
Nicole Hollis selected dark walnut flooring and marble accents contrasted with warm hues of gray, navy, and cream. In the formal living room, a Barnaby Barford mirror is perched above a custom fireplace surround.
Geometric lines and shapes create visual depth at this home's front entrance with Zen-like cascading water features.
Geometric lines and shapes create visual depth at this home's front entrance with Zen-like cascading water features.
A view from the pool looking toward the back of the house. Multi-level terraces hug the exterior facade, connecting the home’s many public and private spaces.
A view from the pool looking toward the back of the house. Multi-level terraces hug the exterior facade, connecting the home’s many public and private spaces.
The west-facing outdoor patio is protected by deep roof overhangs lined with southern yellow pine.
The west-facing outdoor patio is protected by deep roof overhangs lined with southern yellow pine.
The Coles and their children love hitting the beach, just four blocks away.
The Coles and their children love hitting the beach, just four blocks away.
A street view of Troon Modern by Brent Kendle of Kendle Design Collaborative.
A street view of Troon Modern by Brent Kendle of Kendle Design Collaborative.
This warehouse conversion by Ian Moore Architects also features an equine genetics laboratory and an enormous garage filled with classic cars.
This warehouse conversion by Ian Moore Architects also features an equine genetics laboratory and an enormous garage filled with classic cars.
The exterior features thermally broken windows, a pivot white oak front door and Walden 12-inch LED wall lights in Textured Black Finish from Kichler Lighting.
The exterior features thermally broken windows, a pivot white oak front door and Walden 12-inch LED wall lights in Textured Black Finish from Kichler Lighting.
The foyer opens to reveal a first glimpse of the elegant post-and-beam interior. The stone flooring in the entryway was hand-laid during the home's renovation.
The foyer opens to reveal a first glimpse of the elegant post-and-beam interior. The stone flooring in the entryway was hand-laid during the home's renovation.
The home's orientation is planned around its surroundings. Nestled gently into the hillside, outdoor and indoor spaces spill over providing plenty of space for gathering with friends and family while enjoying the tropical setting.
The home's orientation is planned around its surroundings. Nestled gently into the hillside, outdoor and indoor spaces spill over providing plenty of space for gathering with friends and family while enjoying the tropical setting.
Once the sun sets, the Clocktower Penthouse glows like a beautiful beacon of light.
Once the sun sets, the Clocktower Penthouse glows like a beautiful beacon of light.
Black granite counters top fir cabinets, and are accented by walnut open shelving in the new kitchen. The pendants are by Visual Comfort.
Black granite counters top fir cabinets, and are accented by walnut open shelving in the new kitchen. The pendants are by Visual Comfort.
The open living room is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides. The corner location also looks out onto the wrap-around terrace and views of the Jersey City and downtown Manhattan skylines.
The open living room is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides. The corner location also looks out onto the wrap-around terrace and views of the Jersey City and downtown Manhattan skylines.
Wall-length windows and 18-to-32-foot-high ceilings effortlessly capture views of the city's skyline, while also ushering in an abundance of natural light.
Wall-length windows and 18-to-32-foot-high ceilings effortlessly capture views of the city's skyline, while also ushering in an abundance of natural light.
The grounds contain large, open areas for gathering and entertaining, surrounded by a grove of live oak trees for privacy and seclusion.
The grounds contain large, open areas for gathering and entertaining, surrounded by a grove of live oak trees for privacy and seclusion.
Collector's Retreat by Heliotrope Architects is situated at the top of a steep hill, with southwest views and a forest on the opposite side. Outside, a carport doubles as a dining terrace in inclement weather, while the lower terrace with the fire pit serves as the primary focus for summer leisure.
Collector's Retreat by Heliotrope Architects is situated at the top of a steep hill, with southwest views and a forest on the opposite side. Outside, a carport doubles as a dining terrace in inclement weather, while the lower terrace with the fire pit serves as the primary focus for summer leisure.
The U-shaped plan of Music Box Residence by Scott Edwards Architecture has large volumes on both sides with a glassy two-story entry space in the middle. A long bridge, with a bamboo forest below, leads from the sidewalk to the main entry. The exterior is clad in black stained siding reminiscent of sho-sugi ban in order to pay homage to the family's Japanese ancestry.
The U-shaped plan of Music Box Residence by Scott Edwards Architecture has large volumes on both sides with a glassy two-story entry space in the middle. A long bridge, with a bamboo forest below, leads from the sidewalk to the main entry. The exterior is clad in black stained siding reminiscent of sho-sugi ban in order to pay homage to the family's Japanese ancestry.
The expansive backyard features a raised swimming pool and large lawn. A covered patio off of the living room and another one around the pool provide space for relaxing or entertaining.
The expansive backyard features a raised swimming pool and large lawn. A covered patio off of the living room and another one around the pool provide space for relaxing or entertaining.

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