Reinventing a Traditional Edwardian near Lake OntarioWhen a family couldn’t part with a traditional Edwardian, their architect introduced a world of design inspiration instead.
A LEED Gold Weekend Home Embraces the Ontario LandscapeThis all-white LEED Gold home is undoubtedly modern, but takes cues from the historic precedent of the longhouse to bring the...
Glass Walls Wrap a Prefab Boathouse on a Remote Ontario LakeBuilding Arts Architects transported materials by barge to the rocky shore of Kawagama Lake, and erected the spectacular...
Dream/Dive Platform Encourages Playful Summer LivingSummer is all about experiencing simple pleasures.
This Loon Lake Getaway Is a Wabi-Sabi Twist on the Traditional CabinDrawing on Japanese, Scandinavian, and Shaker influences, Whitten Architects designs a decidedly non-rustic lakeside retreat in...
Two Architects Build a Chalet-Style Getaway Near Lake TahoeSherry Scott and John Kosich create a weather-ready retreat in the mountains of California.
Artist Reinvents the Contemporary Art ExperienceSargam Griffin, a contemporary artist located in Healdsburg, California, is reinventing the art experience.
Reflections on a LakeUnobtrusively distinct from its neighbors, a weekend house in Mexico assimilates the colors of the surrounding landscape on...
A Modern Lakeside Boathouse in OntarioA Toronto firm crafts a serene waterfront structure for a family in Georgian Bay.
A Glass-Encased Home in a Forest Near Salt Lake City Asks $2MNestled within a thicket of trees just minutes from the city, the renovated 1970s home has several solariums and monolithic...
2 New Gable Roofs Brighten Up an Edwardian Cottage in MelbourneThe Melbourne beachside suburb of Sandringham is filled with period houses such as this Edwardian timber home—but this one has...
A Sustainably Built Home in Rural OntarioFor this rural Ontario home, building sustainably was less about high-tech gizmos than learning to truly love the land.
An Earthy Makeover Warms an Edwardian Home in MelbourneRobust materials, including red brick and concrete, come together to create a durable and modern home.
Before & After: Jenni Kayne’s Renovated Lakeside Kitchen Reimagines the “Rustic” LookDesigner Jenni Kayne updates a Lake Arrowhead kitchen while prioritizing natural light, neutral tones, and quality materials.
An Elegant Edwardian Home Is Treated to a Thoughtful RevampToronto’s Paul Raff Studio takes an avant-garde approach to the restoration of this historic home.
BioLite Is Reinventing Outdoor Tech—From Backyard to BasecampFrom a smokeless fire pit to a headlamp that’s actually chic, BioLite has spent years upping the standard for outdoor gear.
Top 5 Homes of the Week That Are Strongly Connected to Bodies of WaterFor some people, living by a body of water is an important priority—and when it comes time to building or renovating their dream...
A Modern Tiny House Reinvents the Finnish Barbecue HutSt.
Listed for $2.65M, This Bavarian-Style “Snow Haus” Near Lake Tahoe Is the Perfect Alpine EscapeOverlooking the Truckee River, the chalet gets its name from a white stucco facade that blends into the snowy winter landscape.
Floating House, Lake HuronOn the edge of a tiny island accessible only by boat, this buoyant summer home lives the life aquatic.
J Geiger Reinvents Luxury Home Shading for a New AudienceLuxury shading pioneer J Geiger launches a new line of sleek, simplified window shades that are designed and built for homes...
Traditional Farmhouse Meets Contemporary LivingInspired by hilltop views and traditional New England farm and barn structures, Marvin Architect's Challenge-winner Michael...
Traditional Churches Become Modern HomesSometimes church congregations move on, perhaps because the building itself is falling apart or it becomes too small.
15 Modern Additions to Traditional HomesWe believe that building a new addition (or many) to your home is exciting.
An Oxford Edwardian With a Cantilevered Glass Addition Lists for £4MOnce the residence of Charles Darwin’s great granddaughter, the 1912 structure has a mullet-style design with a surprising rear...
Acclaimed Architect Risa Boyer Reinvents Indoor/Outdoor LivingHaving recently celebrated her firm’s 10th anniversary in Portland, Oregon, Risa Boyer is wholly invested in her local AIA...
7 Crafty Alternatives to the Traditional HeadboardThese unusual takes on the classic headboard are sure to shake up your bedroom decor.
A Pair of Filmmakers Give Their San Francisco Edwardian a Sensuous EditReturning to the Presidio after two decades in New York, an auteur couple and their young daughters work with Geremia Design to...
A $437K Retrofit Turns a Dilapidated Edwardian Into a High-Design HavenA first-time owner-builder masterfully crafts a home for a family of six in Melbourne, Australia.
Old Meets New in This Modern Extension to an Edwardian House in MelbourneNinety-nine years after this 1915 Edwardian-era house was built, Australian firm Preston Lane transformed the interior via a...
Now’s Your Chance to Run Your Own Farmhouse Inn in Ontario’s Prince Edward CountyListed for $1,500,000, The Ferg is an 1840s residence offering three lovingly restored suites.
Bright Bauhaus Colors Fill This Brick Edwardian House in LondonBold Bauhaus colors including blue, red, and yellow come together to invigorate this brick Edwardian house in West London.
An Edwardian Home Gets a New Life Complete With a Sparkling PoolWellard Architects gives a Melbourne family home a refreshing remodel that celebrates the past while embracing the future.
Near Montreal, a House Connects With Its SurroundingsIn Boucherville, Quebec, Blouin Tardif Architecture-Environnement designs a single-family house that opens onto a veranda.
A Serene Indoor/Outdoor Oasis Rises on a Lakeshore in OntarioA family wanted to prioritize outdoor living and easy social gatherings in their new home—so Toronto firm MJMA delivered a...
A Hybrid Prefab in Ontario Drinks In its Lakeside LocaleA prefab core cuts down on construction time while site-built additions (like a screened porch) fine-tune the cottage for...