House

A fireplace creates a cozy setting for the master bedroom, which offers 180-degree views of Los Angeles.

The airy great room features a double-height ceiling. The dining room includes a wet bar, and sliding glass doors lead to the deck.

The main entrance greets guests with a koi pond.

The Franks House is a well-preserved midcentury time capsule nestled on a tree-filled lot in prime Crestwood Hills. Designed by Raúl Garduno in 1966, the two-bedroom home boasts floor-to-ceiling glass walls that effortlessly frame 180-degree views of the skyline and the Pacific Ocean.

Designed to comfortably accommodate three to five employees, the 1,000-square-foot home office that Matt Fajkus Architecture has recently built beautifully complements an existing midcentury abode in Austin, Texas.

The original building is set around an L-shaped courtyard. The main entrance is next to the carport on the street side, with a second entry toward the back of the house.

The black, steel-framed residence has a Western red cedar skin brought in from Canada, chosen for its ability to withstand tumultuous environments.

Constructed from all-natural, sustainable building materials, this home fades into its background and provides protection from the weather.

The peaceful master bedroom feels secluded, but stays connected with the tree canopy.

The most important aspect of designing this home was capturing the views from every angle. By placing the home on stilts, Herbst was able to make the best use of the surroundings.

To combat the environmental impact of a shortage of green spaces in Ho Chi Minh City, local firm VTN Architecture designs homes with lush interiors. Stepping Park House exudes a greenhouse vibe with a plethora of trees and foliage spanning all three levels of the 5,081-square-foot abode.

Tree House at Jalan Elok in Singapore holds a lush sanctuary within its concrete walls. Trees permeate the living area, ground floor terrace, and kitchen, while internal green walls extend to the full height of the three-story building. Find ferns, trees, and even a man-made pond and waterfall in the atriums on the ground level of the house.

The 5,000-square-foot midcentury home sits on 2.24 acres of woodland in Armonk, New York.

Even the master bath fully embraces the Bondi Beach location. A large picture window and skylight create the feeling of being outdoors in this marble oasis.

White subway tiles and a large window over the sink brighten the kitchen.

Potted greenery is abundant throughout the house.

The teak dining table is by IB Koford-Larsen for G-Plan and the chairs are by Victor Bramwell Wilkins for G-Plan.

The rug in the sunken living room is from West Elm.

The guest house kitchen faces a wall of windows.