With a novel use for an ultra-lightweight material, two academics build their ideal home—then ship it overseas for assembly.

For some people, living by a body of water is an important priority—and when it comes time to building or renovating their dream...

Eco-friendly features like solar panels and rainwater catchments keep this retreat's environmental footprint small.

Seeking a respite from the city, a Portland couple create a beachfront getaway on Oregon’s rugged coast.

Solar power and a self-sufficient water system keep a family relaxed in Chile.

A new house at Sea Ranch, a half-century-old enclave of rugged residences on the Northern California coast, captures the spirit...

Overlooking a surf haven on the coast of North Cornwall, this angular abode embraces light and views.

When Kate and Grant, the owners of Dorman House—an old shack near the beach in Lorne, Victoria, Australia—decided to renovate,...

Designed and remodeled by 56.02, B8 House features glass-cube bedrooms that privilege the wild landscape.

Surrounded by state parkland, the five-bedroom home also comes with a detached guest house and 780-square-foot garage.

This airy home makes the most of its beachside location with sustainable design, careful siting, and an expansive glazed facade.

Behind a subdued exterior, a San Francisco townhouse designed by OPA expresses its wild side.

Sited on the island of O‘ahu, the hillside home also features a picturesque stone patio and pool.

Paying homage to the ancient port city of Jaffa, this residence is not only marked by beautiful architecture, but is equipped...

Designed with minimal maintenance in mind, these coastal summer cabins are totally self-sufficient.

The Ocean Cleanup is headed out to sea—again—to remove plastic and debris amassing in the Pacific.

When selecting his secondary residence in Palm Beach, Fernando Wong’s priorities were simple: it had to be within walking...

Following a stroke of inspiration, Rebecca Atwood translated an offhand painting exercise into a new line of fabrics.

A beachfront home in California is always going to come at a price.

Immerse yourself in the SoCal lifestyle with this coastal gem.

A coastal home designed by Australian architect John Wardle is uniquely tuned in to its residents and to its epic surroundings.

The hilltop property sits on over 10 acres, and it comes with a guesthouse, a sauna, and an outdoor bathtub for soaking up the...

This hillside home with a primitive profile and dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean is for sale.

This home boasts equal parts forest and beautiful beach.

Today, architecture and design in Australia is more vibrant and exciting than ever.

With little time to waste, an Australian firm erects an efficient prefab overlooking the ocean.

The posthumously completed beachfront property is now listed at a slightly reduced price after seeking $25 million earlier this...

In essence, wabi-sabi is the Japanese art of finding beauty in imperfection, profoundness in nature and valuing authenticity...

A three-ton hangar door lifts to invite ocean breezes into this resilient, beachfront home.

Oriented towards the landscape, this modern home in Ecuador embraces stunning ocean and forest views.

The communal spaces on the top floor of this three-story residence open up to ocean views.

For $10,000,000, the new owner will receive the historic midcentury home, along with architectural plans for a separate structure...

An owner/builder remodels a unique 1970s home while prioritizing ocean views and natural materials.

This clifftop residence, designed to nestle into the environment, boasts a wall of windows that showcases spectacular ocean views.

Nestled in a lush landscape, the solar-powered retreat cantilevers toward the ocean like a ship’s bow.

Levy Art & Architecture transforms a disjointed Marina-style house into a laidback lookout on Ocean Beach.