New Zealand architect Davor Popadich invoked nautical sheds in his unconventional design for his family’s home on Auckland’s...

Every traveler is different—some want the comforts that come with staying in a conventional hotel, while others crave adventure...

If you've been looking for a chance to experience what it'd be like to live in a tiny house, these escapes could give you that...

In an unlikely mountaintop locale, Anderson Anderson Architecture crafted a home out of a complex composition of off-the-shelf...

The islands of Indonesia are a dream come true for anyone hankering for some sun, the sea, vibrant marine life, delicious food,...

It was no exodus, of course, but when Kathleen Triem quit her job at a Manhattan design firm in July 1996, her associates were...

If you love nature and the great outdoors, but aren’t keen on roughing it up in a tent, then consider renting one of these...

Located just 100 miles north of New York City, the Catskills has long been a go-to destination for city dwellers.

This dark Yucca Valley home tricks the eye through clever use of light and shadow.

As the perceptions of what a travel shelter should look and feel like has continued to adapt, Collective Retreats has been...

Structures built into the sides of cliffs and mountains have existed since the prehistoric days.

Located against the beautiful and mysterious backdrop of Easter Island in Chile, the Morerava Cabins boast a sleek,...

If Tarzan and Jane happened to be design-loving folks, they'd be right at home at any of these vacation destinations.

Built for an affordable $3,000, the Forest House is a 129-square-foot refuge outside Hanoi.

Perched on pink granite cliffs, a series of prefab pavilions offer a luxe, back-to-nature experience in one of Tasmania’s oldest...

In a quiet corner of the famed Spanish party island, rug designer Nani Marquina and photographer Albert Font have carved out a...

Wood and masonry come together in this Minnesotan refuge that balances the built environment with the natural setting.

About an hour’s drive outside Austin, a dreamy treehouse awaits guests seeking respite in nature.

The island of Bali in Indonesia has long been a popular destination for travelers seeking a vibrant tropical getaway.

A couple ask Olson Kundig to build on a family legacy in Vermont.

Stay in a midcentury modern hotel built and inspired by the iconic style of American architect John Lautner.

Modernist beach homes offer more than just close proximity to the ocean—their clean, bold designs and abundance of natural light...

Between infinite outdoor happenings and quaint urban charms, Oregon and Washington are just the places to hightail it to for a...

On a private island in Ontario, MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects are in the midst of creating an energy-efficient and convivial...

Seeking an escape from bustling city life, a Manhattan couple embarks on a renovation in the verdant Hudson Valley.

Could the modern, minimalist villa known as Casa Luum be your next vacation spot? We think so.

Despite its dark facade to visually recede into the bush, this countryside home boasts bright, light, and cozy interiors.

Inspired by a picture of a lunar lander, a naval architect perches a tiny house in the shrub-steppe landscape of Eastern...

Sustainable design, prefab construction, and warm hospitality combine at this winter retreat in a cinematic Alpine setting.

Designed in the 1950s, the home’s timber-clad interior has expansive windows that frame views of a picturesque garden.

Miami is a city where tropical living meets retro style and colors like peach, yellow, pink, and aqua pay homage to a relaxed,...

This home channels indoor/outdoor living with a myriad of amenities.

Three small pavilions connected by a deck form a summer retreat that balances privacy with a panoramic view—all in less than 900...

Once a homestead cabin with no bedroom or bath, this revamped retreat now has all the essentials—plus a whole lot of charm.

Sitting across from a deserted beach on a private plot surrounded by a pine forest is a large modernist vacation home that's...

Stepping into the holiday home of interior designer Denise Portmans is like visiting her Los Angeles design shop—a revelation in...