Wildlife are frequent visitors here, but the area’s active woodpeckers aren’t very welcome, so the house is clad in corrugated metal siding by Recla Metals.

For modern chefs on-the-go, Bosch appliances are expedient and efficient. The speed convection microwave marries the power of a convection oven with the convenience of a microwave, and the European-style steam convection oven cooks and reheats food in a way that retains its texture, taste, freshness, and nutrients. Their wall ovens have the option of a SideOpening door, a feature that provides better access to the oven cavity.

The Rock Out 2 portable speaker by Goal Zero, a pioneer in mobile solar technology, has a photovoltaic panel on the back that is designed to power the device without the use of electricity (though it is equipped with a built-in USB jack for a quick charge from the grid). It is housed in a weatherproof shell designed to protect it from the elements. Suggested retail price: $129.99. Photo courtesy of Goal Zero.

The artist said that the goal of his work is to “allow nature to have its say.”

Part of the goal of the take-out window is to get people talking about political and social issues.

Arcadia windows and doors with bronze finishes help achieve the homeowners' goal of indoor/outdoor living.

The goal with the Lodge was to simplify the original structure to focus the experience on the natural setting and framing the coastline's exceptional views.

Christie Schoepp's main goals for building a cabin on her family's land in Alberta, Canada, were to maximize the views and make the project as cheap as possible.

"We did our best to tuck the buildings into the site—the goal was to get up high on a perch. It was a matter of setting that elevation and working back down with the topography," says architectural designer Riley Pratt.

The goal was to be able to squeeze a full bathroom, kitchen, living room, storage, as well as a sleeping space that would accommodate a king-sized bed into the cabin's original tiny footprint.

Nina’s goal in the bedroom was to create a "simple, soothing" space with a focus on light. Handmade indigo pillows from Mali and a tranquil beachscape photograph taken in Iceland embody the nature-inspired connection between African and Scandinavian design.

London based photographer, Ed Reeve used dark cedar to achieve his lifelong goal: to build his own house on a perfect plot of land located in De Beauvoir Town. Photos by: Ed Reeve

Masahiro and Mao Harada of Mount Fuji Architects Studio wanted to break with the traditional definition of a house when they designed this small Tokyo home. They achieved their goal by using the same material for the ceiling, the walls, and the floor, creating a space that flows beautifully. Photo by Ryota Atarashi.

“The overarching goal was to preserve the rustic character of the original building without making any compromises in terms of modern comfort,” says La Firme. The team hid modern appliances (like the refrigerator) below eye level and worked with the original, century-old structure of The Barn.

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One of the project's goals is to revitalize the community.

Hero's designs are also wearable. Mark and Beth don't yet screen the shirts themselves but have made that one of their next goals.

The office had previously housed an architecture firm that had implemented a high-contrast palette of white brick walls and black-painted trim and flooring. "Aesthetically, our two goals with the interior were to bring a little warmth to the black and white space with materials like wood and leather, and to keep the palette neutral in every way," says LaValle.

Masi's main goal was to better connect the home with its private yard.

Clad in salvaged wood and adorned with moss, this tiny hexagonal home is #cabinlife goals.

One of architect Eric Logan's goals was to make better use of the site.

The goal of the remodel was to preserve the home's classic look, while also updating it.

Though the Skyline kitchen was designed specifically for use by individuals in wheelchairs, the idea was to create a kitchen that can be used by everyone, highlighting the goal of universal design.

Lesser known but equally stunning is Pierre Koenig’s Bailey House, Case Study House #21. A simple one-story box with a flat roof, built mostly of steel and glass, Koenig achieved his goal of designing a home which was both affordable and beautiful. The Bailey House currently houses Seomi International Gallery which offers visits by appointment.

“Having a family house, with everyone together, was always Lena’s goal,” says Broden.

Bjerre-Poulsen's personal goals were to create a space that was highly functional as well as exceedingly beautiful.

One of the key goals of the renovation was to create more natural light in the living space and kitchen.

In addition to the home’s interior goals, the exterior was transformed with a modern facade.

The firm’s goal was not to erase the existing home, but to "strengthen the initial intent of the architecture," says StudioFour director Sarah Henry. "The existing external brick language was identified as a strength to the original design. We wanted to build on this strength and let the architectural language bleed inside to inform the interiors." The external brickwork has been rendered with a tinted sand render, color-matched to Porter’s Paints ‘River Stone.’

The goal for the first floor was to embrace the shade provided by the mature trees, create a rich material moment, and incorporate all of the storage that the family would need.

"My goal was to carry on the client’s family legacy by creating a very special place that took inspiration from the landscape,” explains architect Tom Kundig.

One of his main goals was to respect the original structure of the building and renovate it in a sustainable way with eco-friendly, recyclable materials.

The designers' goal was to create living spaces that look as spacious and comfortable as the ones you see in larger homes.

1. "Why is buying a home important to me?" Marie Hoffman, co-owner of The Hoffman Murphy Real Estate Team in Los Angeles, explains: "You should have two reasons for why it will support your happiness and two reasons for how it will support your short and long-term goals. This will help you navigate challenges later on. When things get tough, it's good to check in on the 'big why' of buying.”

Easy living was one of the homeowners' main goals, and thanks to the work of A. Gruppo, they now have a home they can be happy in for a long time to come.

“Many of the houses in the development aren’t too different from the city or suburbs,” says Kilpatrick. “One of our goals was for this project to have a rural feel.”