A Riverfront Retreat in Brazil Boasts a Communal PavilionOverlooking the Paranapanema River, Casa do Lago is a weekend home comprising two elevated, staggered volumes that separate...
A Family’s Retreat in Quebec Pulls Apart Cabin ConventionsNaturehumaine uses a pathway to split a cabin’s floor plan in two, but a unified material palette and gable roofline keep things...
Jens Risom's Block Island Family RetreatDesigner Jens Risom returns to his 1967 prefab off the coast of Rhode Island, readying it for his family's next generation.
This Energy-Efficient Prefab Is One Family’s Weekend Retreat by the BeachIn designing a getaway for her own family, architect Hannah Tribe created a sustainable kit home that’s as breezy as it looks.
A Family’s California Ski Retreat is Designed to Blend in With Its SiteIn Truckee, California, the charred cedar–clad Martis Camp 141 celebrates its mountainous surroundings.
A Brazilian Home With a Touch of Japanese ZenDesigned with two parallel wings separated by a shallow pool, this striking São Paulo residence is lined with rows of timber...
A Hotelier Riffs on a Traditional Barn for His Family’s Retreat in South AfricaIn the Elgin Valley, a simple rural form by Scott + Partners sets the foundation for an indoor/outdoor getaway.
A Family Retreat in the Hamptons Bridles Wind, Water, and LightAn East Hampton residence by Bates Masi is situated to harness the elements.
An Uplifting Family Retreat Boasts Breathtaking Views of the TetonsCompact, contemporary, and site-sensitive, this elevated retreat takes cues from the Tetons’ geology and the textured willow...
A Family in Poland Adds an Origami-Inspired Retreat to Their BackyardThe owners’ fascination with Zen rock gardens informed the design of this tiny ADU.
A Norwegian Family Retreat Balances Private and Communal SpacesStinessen Arkitektur designs a compound of clustered cabins that provides opportunities for family members to relax together or...
A Family Retreat in Quebec Gets a Striking White AdditionConnected to the main house by a glass bridge, the gabled addition affords family members both community and privacy.
Modern Homes in BrazilBrazil is a breath-taking country that has a perfect mix of nature and modern architecture.
One Family’s Cabin Retreat in Washington Takes Inspiration From a Native BirdDesigned for a family of avid birdwatchers, a series of cabins takes notes from the nest of the native killdeer.
Escape to a Light-Filled, Beach-Meets-Forest Retreat in PortugalSitting across from a deserted beach on a private plot surrounded by a pine forest is a large modernist vacation home that's...
One Family’s Weekend Retreat in East Texas Lets Them Practically Live OutsideMost of the living spaces in this home are outdoors—including the enviable open kitchen and dining room.
Before & After: A Ramshackle Barn in Northern California Becomes a Family’s Rural RetreatIn Sonoma County, Faulkner Architects transforms a neglected barn into a refined guest house with a screened sleeping porch.
An Incredible Brazilian Home That Celebrates Art, Travel, and NatureIn Franca, Brazil, mf+arquitetos designs a unique residence for their art-loving client in just five months.
A Modern Beachfront House in São Sebastião, BrazilStudio Arthur Casas were hired by a previous clients’ friends who wanted to build a house right next door on a narrow beachfront...
The Family TreeFor this San Diego family, the phrase "putting down roots" has taken on a whole new meaning.
6 New York Prefab Companies That Prize Modern DesignCheck out New York State’s offering of innovative modular homes.
Two Timber-Clad Pavilions Make Up This Australian Family RetreatNestled in the coastal Victoria region, this modern retreat caters to a three-generational family with members ranging from six...
Three Timber Cabins Form a New Zealand Architect's Family RetreatArchitect Cymon Allfrey takes a page from the traditional “bach,” or holiday home, to design this alpine getaway.
Retreat in the Aspen GroveStudio B, a Colorado based architecture and interior design practice with offices in Boulder and Aspen, first designed the...
This Cor-Ten House in Brazil Would Not Be Complete Without its Giant Home LibraryA modern dwelling by Brazilian design firm Atria cohesively embraces simplicity and abstraction.
A Cozy Weekend Retreat in South Korea Emphasizes Quality Family TimeSmart window placements and multifunctional rooms make this the perfect getaway to gather, socialize, and connect.
A Northern Californian Renovation Brings Warmth to the WildernessA former architect and practicing artist transforms a neglected property into a welcoming homestead for creative pursuits and...
10 Modern Vacation Homes in Mexico That Guarantee an Epic EscapeAny excuse is a good excuse for a vacation getaway to Mexico.
A Spruce-Clad Family Cabin in Norway Hugs Its Cinematic LandscapeThis 753-square-foot cabin by architect Jon Danielsen Aarhus is the getaway of our dreams.
A Mesmerizing Pool Dominates This Brazilian HomeA pool with panoramic glass walls becomes an alluring work of art in this Brazilian apartment.
A Sonoma Prefab That Celebrates a Family’s Passion for CookingNestled in an apple grove in Sebastopol, California, the Orchard House is a rural idyll for the modern cook.
The Ski Retreat for All SeasonsSan Francisco–based designer Maca Huneeus created her family’s weekend retreat near Lake Tahoe with a relaxed, sophisticated...
This Rural Retreat Brings a Family Together, Without Making Them Give Up Their GadgetsA smart vacation home fosters connectivity in every sense of the word.
A Timeworn Brownstone in Brooklyn Becomes a Growing Family’s SanctuaryAfter a top-to-bottom renovation and a two-story extension, garden views now fill this 19th-century home in Fort Greene.
A Steel-and-Glass Compound Is One Family’s Launchpad For AdventureThe four structures that form Studhorse in Northern Washington encourage family members and guests to interact with the...
A Family’s Forsaken Stone Farmhouse in Spain Is Delicately RestoredReturning to old stomping grounds, two siblings enlist Acabadomate to revive the 19th-century residence in Catalonia.