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"There aren’t many row houses that treat vertical circulation and the relationship between public and private spaces the same way as [this house]," Shane says. White oak treads and a painted steel handrail make up the home's signature staircase.
"There aren’t many row houses that treat vertical circulation and the relationship between public and private spaces the same way as [this house]," Shane says. White oak treads and a painted steel handrail make up the home's signature staircase.
"The forest outside our windows brings us joy from the moment we wake up in the morning," says Jonah, "while we watch the hawks and birds and drink our coffee to the period of dusk when the deer pass through on their evening foraging and the fox come out of hiding."
"The forest outside our windows brings us joy from the moment we wake up in the morning," says Jonah, "while we watch the hawks and birds and drink our coffee to the period of dusk when the deer pass through on their evening foraging and the fox come out of hiding."
“The land has a lot of variety and geology,” so nature had to be the main attraction, says Braithwaite. Lofty clerestory windows are positioned to capture light in the morning and evening and also help regulate the temperature.
“The land has a lot of variety and geology,” so nature had to be the main attraction, says Braithwaite. Lofty clerestory windows are positioned to capture light in the morning and evening and also help regulate the temperature.
Floor Plan of Saltbox Cabin by Jeff Waldman & Molly Fiffer of Elevated Spaces
Floor Plan of Saltbox Cabin by Jeff Waldman & Molly Fiffer of Elevated Spaces
Greg Knapp and Robyn Traynor worked with architect Peter Braithwaite to design a nature retreat for their family on a slice of Canadian wilderness. It has two shed-roofed structures joined by a boardwalk elevated above a preexisting walking path on the couple’s land.
Greg Knapp and Robyn Traynor worked with architect Peter Braithwaite to design a nature retreat for their family on a slice of Canadian wilderness. It has two shed-roofed structures joined by a boardwalk elevated above a preexisting walking path on the couple’s land.
In warmer weather, the family can leave the doors wide open, connecting the deck with the living space. “In the afternoons, the soft light floods into the living pavilion,” Greg says. “The place captures light in a special way, whether reflecting off the hemlock fascia or streaming in through the floor-to-ceiling windows.”
In warmer weather, the family can leave the doors wide open, connecting the deck with the living space. “In the afternoons, the soft light floods into the living pavilion,” Greg says. “The place captures light in a special way, whether reflecting off the hemlock fascia or streaming in through the floor-to-ceiling windows.”
Steele and Evan designed the Pod for a range of environments including on rural properties, eco resorts, and in suburban backyards.
Steele and Evan designed the Pod for a range of environments including on rural properties, eco resorts, and in suburban backyards.
Simple life simple house
Simple life simple house
Getting the hammock installed posed a bit of a challenge. Adair and Kopp found it tough to find a company to help with executing their idea. “It’s interesting to know that if you want to do something with a little bit of risk, it really takes some convincing,” says Adair. With the help of a U.S.-based company that dealt with large-scale net facilities, they got a group together and lashed the whole perimeter to create a safe, sturdy, supportive weaving.
Getting the hammock installed posed a bit of a challenge. Adair and Kopp found it tough to find a company to help with executing their idea. “It’s interesting to know that if you want to do something with a little bit of risk, it really takes some convincing,” says Adair. With the help of a U.S.-based company that dealt with large-scale net facilities, they got a group together and lashed the whole perimeter to create a safe, sturdy, supportive weaving.
In the Los Ríos region, Hebra Arquitectos perched this H-shaped house on pillars to make its interior feel like a tree house.
In the Los Ríos region, Hebra Arquitectos perched this H-shaped house on pillars to make its interior feel like a tree house.
Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP used 87 translucent bricks to reframe a family’s connection to nature and the city.
Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP used 87 translucent bricks to reframe a family’s connection to nature and the city.
The outdoor dining nook echoes the interior curves in the back corner of the garden. "Built-in seats just generally give you more space, basically,
The outdoor dining nook echoes the interior curves in the back corner of the garden. "Built-in seats just generally give you more space, basically,
Pale blue tones and peekaboo elements built into the joinery meet reeded glass to imbue the kids' room with a calm atmosphere.
Pale blue tones and peekaboo elements built into the joinery meet reeded glass to imbue the kids' room with a calm atmosphere.
The terrace is a favorite gathering place. The house is positioned facing south to get the most sun exposure.
The terrace is a favorite gathering place. The house is positioned facing south to get the most sun exposure.
Previously a disused vestibule, now the heart of the home: the refreshed dining booth now serves as the "visual crossroads
Previously a disused vestibule, now the heart of the home: the refreshed dining booth now serves as the "visual crossroads
A large wooden deck presents an idyllic space for entertaining, with a sparkling pool and outdoor dining area located just steps away in the private backyard.
A large wooden deck presents an idyllic space for entertaining, with a sparkling pool and outdoor dining area located just steps away in the private backyard.
Originally designed by A.D. Stenger, this revamped dwelling pairs midcentury charm with a daring extension.
Originally designed by A.D. Stenger, this revamped dwelling pairs midcentury charm with a daring extension.
6630 Heartwood Dr. in Oakland, California, is currently listed for $3,000,000 by Emma Morris of Red Oak Realty.
6630 Heartwood Dr. in Oakland, California, is currently listed for $3,000,000 by Emma Morris of Red Oak Realty.
The getaway protrudes like a sculpture from the hillside.
The getaway protrudes like a sculpture from the hillside.
Extra-wide concrete pillars help to support the studio at its core.
Extra-wide concrete pillars help to support the studio at its core.
Cabinets hang from the ceiling around the kitchen, helping defining the area without obstructing the natural light that flows throughout the building.
Cabinets hang from the ceiling around the kitchen, helping defining the area without obstructing the natural light that flows throughout the building.
The en suite bathroom in the Mountain View cabin has a full-ceiling skylight and a glass wall.
The en suite bathroom in the Mountain View cabin has a full-ceiling skylight and a glass wall.
The bathroom is located on an exterior deck but isn’t exposed to the wind or rain thanks to the exterior metal cladding that runs into the bathroom and wraps around the shower. "It keeps the experience of staying there in touch with the elements but not uncomfortable,
The bathroom is located on an exterior deck but isn’t exposed to the wind or rain thanks to the exterior metal cladding that runs into the bathroom and wraps around the shower. "It keeps the experience of staying there in touch with the elements but not uncomfortable,
Kanuka Valley House by WireDog Architecture
Kanuka Valley House by WireDog Architecture

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