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A stainless steel spiral staircase leads to the roof deck where the homeowners can reminisce about the Cloud Forests of Ecuador.
A stainless steel spiral staircase leads to the roof deck where the homeowners can reminisce about the Cloud Forests of Ecuador.
Full-length windows wrap around the renovated home, complementing its brick exterior.
Full-length windows wrap around the renovated home, complementing its brick exterior.
A large sculpture made of weathered metal stands in the home’s central yard.
A large sculpture made of weathered metal stands in the home’s central yard.
The ceiling and built-in storage wall in the bedroom are fabricated from American white oak, while the opposite wall and floor has the same grayish-white tone found in the rest of the apartment.
The ceiling and built-in storage wall in the bedroom are fabricated from American white oak, while the opposite wall and floor has the same grayish-white tone found in the rest of the apartment.
The sprawling 5,200-square-foot residence by The Up Studio is sited in a fairly secluded and densely-wooded area of Old Westbury, New York, surrounded by mature oak and maple trees. The home’s front facade—with undulating gables and long, winding entry—is undeniably cinematic. In contrast to the traditionally-influenced front, the rear of the home embraces a more modern design sensibility. Rotated perpendicularly, the L-shaped configuration and wall of windows from Marvin maximizes natural light flowing into the home, and encourages unobstructed sightlines from the interior to the lush landscape outside.
The sprawling 5,200-square-foot residence by The Up Studio is sited in a fairly secluded and densely-wooded area of Old Westbury, New York, surrounded by mature oak and maple trees. The home’s front facade—with undulating gables and long, winding entry—is undeniably cinematic. In contrast to the traditionally-influenced front, the rear of the home embraces a more modern design sensibility. Rotated perpendicularly, the L-shaped configuration and wall of windows from Marvin maximizes natural light flowing into the home, and encourages unobstructed sightlines from the interior to the lush landscape outside.
The second storey patio is accessed from the master bedroom via an internal corridor or from the common areas via an external bridge. Each route lets occupants engage with the first storey via the void.
The second storey patio is accessed from the master bedroom via an internal corridor or from the common areas via an external bridge. Each route lets occupants engage with the first storey via the void.
Strategic openings and operable panels facilitate air flow.
Strategic openings and operable panels facilitate air flow.
1901 S Comus Street in Portland, Oregon, is currently listed for $3,550,000 by Tracy Hasson of Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty.
1901 S Comus Street in Portland, Oregon, is currently listed for $3,550,000 by Tracy Hasson of Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty.
The renovated kitchen is open, airy, and connected to the rest of the main level. Plum Projects used Bedrosians Magnifica Luxe polished white porcelain for the island, countertops, and backsplash. The black upper cabinets are made from Richlite: a durable, sustainable material made from recycled paper.
The renovated kitchen is open, airy, and connected to the rest of the main level. Plum Projects used Bedrosians Magnifica Luxe polished white porcelain for the island, countertops, and backsplash. The black upper cabinets are made from Richlite: a durable, sustainable material made from recycled paper.
Designed by Michel Rojkind and featured in Dwell’s July/August 2022 issue, Casa Pasiddhi encircles a sun-kissed garden with brutalist volumes.
Designed by Michel Rojkind and featured in Dwell’s July/August 2022 issue, Casa Pasiddhi encircles a sun-kissed garden with brutalist volumes.
In addition to presenting a striking blend of wood, glass, and metal, the property also offers a private, fenced-in lot, complete with mature trees, a lush lawn, and raised garden beds.
In addition to presenting a striking blend of wood, glass, and metal, the property also offers a private, fenced-in lot, complete with mature trees, a lush lawn, and raised garden beds.
Approaching the home from above, guests encounter a green roof that feels united with the landscape beyond. The entry sequence presents purposefully framed views that hide and reveal the lake.
Approaching the home from above, guests encounter a green roof that feels united with the landscape beyond. The entry sequence presents purposefully framed views that hide and reveal the lake.
View through the ground floor to the Pacific Ocean beyond
View through the ground floor to the Pacific Ocean beyond
In Marin County, just north of San Francisco, the Woerner House is a dynamic theater of light and views.
In Marin County, just north of San Francisco, the Woerner House is a dynamic theater of light and views.
In the main residence, a black fireplace set inside a floor-to-ceiling slab of concrete anchors the light-filled living room.
In the main residence, a black fireplace set inside a floor-to-ceiling slab of concrete anchors the light-filled living room.
The renovation introduced a new deck, and opened up the living and kitchen areas. “The home is ‘so Warrandyte,’” says builder Hamish White. “It has a great connection with the outdoors, views of trees from most windows, and a homely and familiar feel which makes it really comfortable to be in.”
The renovation introduced a new deck, and opened up the living and kitchen areas. “The home is ‘so Warrandyte,’” says builder Hamish White. “It has a great connection with the outdoors, views of trees from most windows, and a homely and familiar feel which makes it really comfortable to be in.”
Completed in fall 2020, the modern residence balances its delicate location with near energy independence—powered by solar panels and a clever design.
Completed in fall 2020, the modern residence balances its delicate location with near energy independence—powered by solar panels and a clever design.
After buying an Echo Park bungalow, the homeowners, who originally intended to renovate the small home, realized the potential of building an entirely new dwelling in place of the existing garage. It offered better views of the neighborhood and the opportunity to design exactly what they wanted.
After buying an Echo Park bungalow, the homeowners, who originally intended to renovate the small home, realized the potential of building an entirely new dwelling in place of the existing garage. It offered better views of the neighborhood and the opportunity to design exactly what they wanted.
Sliding glass doors allow both sides of the bridge to be closed off as needed.
Sliding glass doors allow both sides of the bridge to be closed off as needed.
A view of the front facade shows off the landscaping by Sage Design Studios.
A view of the front facade shows off the landscaping by Sage Design Studios.
“Our mechanical fastening system allows components to be shipped economically and put into place quickly with a minimum of hassle using common tools,” says Morris. In addition to offering a variety of finishes for the posts and stringer, the company also provides wood selections such as Ash, Hickory, and Oak in various finishes, along with the option of glass, cable, or rod railings.
“Our mechanical fastening system allows components to be shipped economically and put into place quickly with a minimum of hassle using common tools,” says Morris. In addition to offering a variety of finishes for the posts and stringer, the company also provides wood selections such as Ash, Hickory, and Oak in various finishes, along with the option of glass, cable, or rod railings.
With a minimalist and airy design, floating stair designs like this one are supported by a central steel stringer to which each tread is mounted. The FLIGHT Floating Stairs System by Viewrail is a made-to-order solution that arrives at the job site as a prefabricated kit—including pre-drilled, ready-to-assemble components for both the stairway and railings.
With a minimalist and airy design, floating stair designs like this one are supported by a central steel stringer to which each tread is mounted. The FLIGHT Floating Stairs System by Viewrail is a made-to-order solution that arrives at the job site as a prefabricated kit—including pre-drilled, ready-to-assemble components for both the stairway and railings.

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