Despite its diminutive appearance, the iQ seats four and is especially roomy up front.

Inside, a suspended staircase rises up past the couple’s bookcase over a well-lit seating nook. Aalto stools by Artek join Eames molded plywood dining chairs by Herman Miller to give an especially modern touch to the kitchen.

Mosaic tiles are classic without feeling staid, especially when styled with the right finishes.

Marine plywood dominates the interior and is especially striking in the compact kitchen and its island's geometric design.

The 82-foot-long pool gets quite a lot of use by Jeff and Millie, and especially by the kids, who are both on the local swim team.

The nearby lake makes for a pretty setting, especially when framed by Villa Van Vijven's orange facade.

The hot tub is a highlight of the home. “It was worth the investment,” says Kara. “Especially late at night when you can see the stars.”

The house’s uncluttered and airy feel make it a playground par excellence, especially in the cheery upstairs sitting room.

The Majamaja Cabin by Littow Architectes was constructed on-site from prefab wood panels and without the use of heavy machinery. The self-contained unit makes for a perfect eco-retreat, especially when positioned at water’s edge in Finland.

Glass folding doors from Panoramic Doors reach nine-and-a-half feet high to open the kitchen to the courtyard. “It's such a unique feature, especially in Brooklyn,” says Slocum. “You rarely ever see that type of thing.”

When Nook Architects set out to renovate a 720-square-foot apartment in Barcelona's Poble Sec district, they knew they wanted to retain the space's characteristic elements—especially the original barrel-vaulted ceilings. Here, the track lighting accentuates the rhythmic curves.

Pros: Concrete countertops are durable, resistant to heat, and can be less expensive than natural stone, especially when completed as a DIY project. Cons: Concrete must be sealed before being used; otherwise, its porous nature means that it will stain very easily.

Casa Rumeu was designed by Correa Milá Arquitectes in 1963 for the Rumeu family. While it is within walking distance of the center of Cadaqués, it feels separate, surrounded by olive groves. Part of the remodel entailed creating more garden spaces, "especially within the olive tree plantations, which are an important component of the estate’s overall charm,

Telecommuting can take both a physical and mental toll—especially when you’re suddenly working in tight quarters with partners, roommates, children, or other family members. Tip: Invest in high-quality, noise-cancelling headphones, and keep shared live/work spaces clutter-free.

Kristal especially likes Alice Tully Hall in New York City by Diller Scofidio + Renfro. Photo by Iwan Baan.

Bestor was especially excited to show off the Avenel Apartments on Avenel Street, a so-called "socialist housing project" by Gregory Ain.

The renovation takes advantage of the home’s hillside views, which are especially spectacular in the dining area, where the couple’s French bulldog, Bruno, likes to get some sun. The space also features a Mori pendant from RBW, Prouvé Standard SP chairs from Vitra, and a table by And And And Studio.

With an interior clad in wood and outfitted with a CLT bench and desk that laterally brace the small structure, this mobile writing shed is simple but effective. We love the idea of using a few pieces of carefully chosen furniture, especially for a she shed, where space is precious, but the use of the space might be a bit more focused.

The architectural relationship between the bunkroom and porch, and the bunkhouse and the surrounding forest, is especially apparent at dusk, when the building reads as a kind of illuminated lantern.

The cabin, comprised of just wood and glass, feels especially cozy when the stove is lit.

The paint process, share the Poiriers, was especially grueling.

“In the beginning I really wanted the container to be off the grid but solar is still very expensive in San Antonio, especially for small spaces,” says Hill. “The green roof was an element that I had not thought of at the beginning, but as it turns out saves me more money on air-conditioning than the solar would have, and is a lot prettier.”

Large for a tiny house RV, but still small - especially in the western landscape.

I especially enjoyed the smaller tiles with the colorful, gasoline in water look to them, I'm sure they'd look beautiful in the sun.

For something that has the feel of an illustration, and a good does of color, try this map of Beijing from 1890. The Forbidden City at the heart of the image is especially evocative.

The lofted study is an idyllic addition to the floor plan, especially since the husband regularly works from home.

The “white, gray, and walnut” palette balances the owners' desire for bold shades. It's especially apparent in the upstairs hallway.

Dining rooms don't have to be overly formal and stuffy. We especially love the custom credenza and the Sarus Mobile

Use black as an accent shade in a kitchen that gets lots of natural light, especially when it can highlight architectural details.

An expansive outdoor terrace—especially one with a wood-burning fireplace is a rare find in a downtown Manhattan full-service building.

The kitchen's blue cabinetry act as a pop of color visible from the dining room, especially thanks to the enlarged opening between the two spaces.

The home also extends into outdoor panoramas, even—and especially—from the ground floor, where a westward-facing deck cantilevers out into the lush landscape.

I especially loved this classic art deco structure on Hyperion Avenue, known as "the Boat." It's owned and used as a recording studio by the Dust Brothers.

Especially adept at fitting into almost any imaginable parking spot, the 2012 Scion iQ takes up about half the space of a regular-size car.

The structural slab on the ground floor has simply been polished as a cost effective, practical, and durable flooring solution, especially to the sand and salt.