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Michele Koh Morollo is a journalist who has been writing about design, lifestyle and travel for the last twenty years. She enjoys writing short fiction, yoga, meditation, hill towns and cliffside destinations, staying at beautifully-furnished homestays, eating well, and nesting with her iBooks library. www.michelekohmorollo.com; www.thefinickywanderer.com

13 Spiraling Platforms Increase Space and Connection in This One-Room Home
In Osaka, Japan, a family’s request for closeness is answered with this unique design of stacked, open zones.
Own This Award-Winning Riverside Home in Idaho For $650K
Perched above Idaho's calming Clearwater River, this striking property hits the market for $650,000.
Light and Shadow Help Shape This Modern Brick House in Vietnam
Drawing from traditional architecture, Long An House in Southern Vietnam allows natural elements like light, air, and water to...
These 8 Log Cabin Kit Homes Celebrate Nordic Minimalism
Inspired by Nordic nature, Honka offers prefabs and custom-built log home kits at an affordable price.
A Belgian Architect’s Courtyard House Offers Work/Life Balance
This square, wood-clad residence on the outskirts of Genk is arranged around a serene courtyard that bathes the interiors with...
Hit the Road With This Chic Camper on Sale For $28K
For $28,000, you can live out your mobile-living dreams in this surprisingly sleek, retro camper.
This Glass House and "Shiny Shed" Merge With Nature in Minnesota
Expansive glass walls and a reflective mirrored shed blissfully blend this home with its natural setting.
Two Connected Cabins Make Up This Spectacular Retreat in Colorado
A clever, grated metal deck serves as a "snow strainer" at this eco-conscious mountain home.
A Spanish Architect Transforms a Medieval Town House Into a Stunning Rental
In Girona, Catalonia, a Spanish architect saves a 16th-century structure by converting it into a five-bedroom rental.
Multifunctional Furniture Makes This Micro-Apartment Feel More Than Its 140 Square Feet
Carefully crafted, adaptable seating and storage create flexible zones in the tiny unit—what “might be London’s smallest house.”
Relax and Recharge at This Charming Norwegian "Hytte" Rental
Midcentury modern lines harmonize with earthy Scandinavian colors in this 1967 Norwegian rental designed by acclaimed architect...
This Slender Concrete Home in Brazil Feels Like an Urban Jungle
Cleverly placed apertures pierce this skinny residence in Maringá, granting the lush interior an airy feel.
Stretch Your Travel Budget With These Cool Rentals—All Around $100 or Less
The next time you embark on vacation, stretch your travel budget further by staying at one of these delightful and affordable...
Before & After: A Cramped Home in Mexico Gets a Drastic Makeover on a Tight Budget
Three companies donated materials to Mérida-based Dosa Studio to help create the bright, airy family home Casa Palmas on a...
7 Wallpaper Designs That Will Instantly Revamp Your Space
When it comes to decor, there are very few products that can alter the mood and ambience of a space as dramatically as wallpaper.
This Stacked Concrete Home Is Not Your Typical Golf Course Dwelling
Located in the seaside resort of Costa Esmeralda, a captivating concrete home overlooks a golf course in Buenos Aires.
A Mirrored Mexican Home Hides Among a Lush Forest
Covered in mirrored glass that’s transparent when viewed from within, the facade of this Mexican forest retreat reflects the...
A Dreamy Lakeside Cottage Embodies the Spirit of Simple Living
Thanks to its relaxed character and peaceful environment, this warm, simple wood dwelling captures the essence of cottage life.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Frontman Anthony Kiedis' Former L.A. Abode Asks $3.2M
Perched on a ridge, the renovated dwelling is full of clean lines and emphasizes indoor/outdoor living.
This Double-Decker Bus Offers an Eclectic Glamping Experience
Disconnect from reality and reconnect with nature in this converted city bus set in the breathtaking English countryside.
6 Insider Tips for Bathroom Design From the Experts
Equipped with 25 years of experience designing bathrooms, Melbourne–based GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens gives us the scoop on how to...
A 1920s Office Space Is Transformed Into a Polished Penthouse
Industrial elements are combined with vintage furniture and a minimalist color scheme to create a layered, atmospheric loft home...
This "Almost Cube" House Offers Mesmerizing Views of the Chilean Coast
Located in the coastal Chilean town of Punta de Lobos, a house with a pavilion-like shell made of slatted pinewood sits...
Live Large in These 10 Loft-Style Vacation Rentals
Open floor plans, high ceilings, expansive large windows—is there anything not to love about loft style properties?
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 19th-Century Dutch Workshop Is Now a Stunning, Spacious Loft
A former workshop in the Dutch city of Den Bosch is converted into a hip, Manhattan-inspired loft.
An Outdated Norwegian Prefab Gets a Modern Makeover
Located in the serene Snarøya peninsula of Norway, an old modular prefab receives news life, thanks to a stunning renovation.
A Curvaceous Home in Chile Cuts a Dramatic Figure
The semicircular residence on Chiloé Island features a dramatic, sloping roof that extends over an interior courtyard.
5 Design Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep
If you’re constantly feeling as if you’re waking up on the wrong side of the bed, it might be time to rethink your bedroom design.
A Vaulted Concrete Addition Protects This Sea Captain's Home
In China, concrete reinforcements and box windows waterproof a captain's home and cement its connection to the water.
This Stunning Suffolk County Home Brings a Modern Twist to a Historic Area
In the historic hamlet of Amagansett in Suffolk County, New York, is where you'll find the lovely “Lanes,” a set of...
A Net-Zero Home in Canada Boasts a Striking Saw-Toothed Roof
Comprised of two perpendicular forms that gently navigate a lakeside site, Sky House runs off of solar energy.
17 Kick-Ass Campers and Trailers You Can Rent From $45 a Night
From funky desert outposts to road-ready rentals, these camper vans and trailers are geared for adventure.
8 Stellar Rentals For Your Next Visit to Seattle
Travel in style to the Emerald City with one of these well designed accommodations.
A Bright Red Island Residence Embraces a Linden Tree
On the island of San Miguel in Portugal's Azores archipelago, a vibrant home wraps around a massive linden tree.
6 Integrated Appliances Sure to Make Your Kitchen Super Sleek
If your M.O. is making your kitchen more compact and streamlined, then look no further than these clean-lined options.
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