Inspiration

Heating and cooling are essential for Yosemite's snowy winters and broiling summers. Glass walls along all sides of the clubhouse fold away to let air in—or slide shut to insulate the space from the temperature outside.

Sitting on a plateau over the rolling landscape of rural Quebec, the residence comprises three joined, gable roof structures, each oriented differently. It takes inspiration from the local farmhouses and barns of the area, whose steep rooflines help shed snow in the winter, and whose wood-clad facades traditionally used lumber from local trees.

A kidney-shaped pool, along with a spa, outdoor fireplace, and built-in barbecue, in the backyard of a Los Angeles home.

Kranbuehl landscaped the previously forested backyard with a “grass terrace” and masonry walls, so that the exterior felt of a piece with the interiors. Trees and hedges still stand on the perimeter to create natural screening from the neighbors.

Located on the Imingfjell mountainside in Norway, this minimalist, 785-square-foot cabin features a "hood" in response to the climate and the region’s strict building regulations.

The three-level residence—the basement includes a wine cellar and media room—is joined by a petite, companion carriage house.

A connected camera, like the Netatmo Welcome, can be unobtrusively placed in your home for security and family communication.

Set on a gently slope hillside, the home lies parallel with the landscape, ideally situated to take advantage of panoramic views and solar gains.

The 5,200-square-foot retreat is designed to look like a cluster of old barns upon first glance.

Iniö has a high-ceilinged terrace, and is fitted with generous floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room and dining area that bring in plenty of natural light.

Tech CEO and billionaire Elon Musk just listed the smallest of his four L.A. homes—and it's larger than life.

Artworks from James Makin Gallery in Collingwood, Victoria help create impactful interiors.

From a different perspective, the home appears more transparent and open to the water.

The oversized entry door and hardware are by Arcadia.