First built in 1959 as acclaimed architect Jim Olson's first project, this modest bunkhouse in the woods grew into an extraordinary family retreat.

The acclaimed Italian designers Ludovica + Roberto Palomba carved a serene retreat out of a 17th-century oil mill in Salento.

David Hertz shows how he used a pre-fabricated panels typically used for walk-in refrigeration buildings for the Panel House (above) and a 747 wing to build the 747 Wing House in Malibu.

Acclaimed for being sustainable, affordable, and adorable, tiny homes are also superb teachers when it comes to organization and design.

A late-1960s spiral stair designed by an aeronautical engineer to lead passengers to the bar inside a 747. From Off the Wall Antiques.

Built in 1925, this Spanish Mediterranean–style home has been modernized by acclaimed fashion designer and current owner Johnson Hartig, who bought the property in 2005.

Masterfully styled by acclaimed interior designers Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent, this one-bedroom apartment is located in a classic 19th-century brownstone and blends historic architecture with chic, contemporary design.

Formerly an aging dive bar, this acclaimed restaurant in Montecito, California, was transformed by AB Design Studio into an inviting and high-end eatery with a 20-foot-long custom accordion-style door system.

This Mallorcan villa was Pawson's firm's first full architectural project. It was originally built for German art dealers, who Pawson had met by chance on an Italian beach. Acclaimed for his minimalism, this beautiful abode is no different.

You would be hard pressed to find an issue of Dwell without a Bertoia barstool or chair in it. Launched in 1952, the industrial-strength steel seat is a modern classic without drawing too much attention to itself. $747

This space was originally outfitted by acclaimed Parisian industrial designer Raymond Loewy, the mind behind the 1955 Coca-Cola contour bottle, the 1959 TWA twin globes logo, the 1963 Studebaker Avanti, and the 1962 Air Force One livery.

Set on a tree-lined corner lot in San Francisco's Forest Hill neighborhood, the Erlanger House was built in 1916 by Bernard Maybeck. A leader of the American Arts and Crafts movement, the acclaimed architect designed the home to celebrate nature and various cultural influences.

Here, a look at the main entrance of the property, a long-time residence of William Rubin and his wife, Phyllis Hattis. Rubin is best known for curating some of MoMA's most interesting pieces and helping to elevate the museum to international acclaim during his tenure in the 1970s and 80s.

This Mallorcan villa was the firm’s first full architectural project. It was originally built for German art dealers whom Pawson had met by chance on an Italian beach. Acclaimed for his moody minimalism, the architect lends his signature touch to this five-bedroom home. To obtain a rosy hue, pigments from the local red soil were mixed with plaster.

Acclaimed for their five uniquely designed co-working spaces across Manhattan and Brooklyn, Bond Collective has recently opened the doors to their first location outside of New York City. Located on the top floor of one of Philadelphia’s most historic landmark buildings, Bond Station House is conveniently located in the heart of center city.

San Francisco couple Jim and Noriko would be the first to admit they never thought much about architecture—that is, until late 2013, when they took possession of one of the city’s many worn-out Victorians. By hiring acclaimed architect Anne Fougeron, they hoped to compensate for their lack of knowledge and create something extraordinary for themselves and their young daughter. The facade’s historical details were preserved and painted Gunmetal by Benjamin Moore.

AIA architect David Hertz, known for 747 Wing House, looked to the structure of a butterfly wing when designing this Venice home. The inverted roof of Silver Triangle House (or Butterfly House) captures water that collects in a sump and is used for subsurface irrigation. The roof is just one of the home's sustainable features, which, Hertz says, "are not compromises to the design; they're part of the design." Photo by Laura Doss.

Designed by acclaimed Bay Area architect Joseph Esherick, this magnificent midcentury modern in Oakland, California, communes with its wooded setting. Situated in Oakland's secluded Montclair Hills, the home was designed in 1963 and was carefully designed to take advantage of the views of the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges. Although the home retains the majority of its original character, spaces like the kitchen have been modernized, and includes plenty of well-designed storage space.

Next up, the Parisian apartment of Didier and Cleménce Krzentowski. Didier is an art collector and the founder of the acclaimed design gallery Galerie Kreo, which commissions limited-edition pieces from contemporary designers.

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In addition to the main structure, the garage has doubled as a studio that has hosted acclaimed aritists including Bill Reid and Frank Perry.

Designed by acclaimed architect Doug Rucker, the post-and-beam dwelling was the pilot house for the Roy Rogers Estates enclave in Los Angeles.

The back of the home overlooks the 13th hole of the acclaimed Tamarisk Country Club.

This geometric L.A. residence was the last project to be completed during acclaimed architect Pierre Koenig’s lifetime.

Asa relaxes in a vintage Eames chair in the sitting area. Next to him is a Lane Acclaim table shaped like a guitar pick.

The Menil Collection building by acclaimed architect Renzo Piano. Visit the Menil Collection online at menil.org.

In addition to receiving international acclaim and awards, this summer, Sejima (pictured here with Nishizawa) was chosen as the first female director of the International Architecture Exhibition in Venice, which opened in August. Photo by Hisao Suzuki. Courtesy Sanaa.

This serene retreat by acclaimed Italian designers Ludovica+Roberto Palomba, carved out of a 17th-century oil mill in Salento, demonstrates the charm of historic Italy.

This renowned home was designed by Richard Neutra, one of history’s most acclaimed mid-century architects.

Architects Mary and Joseph Merz designed the multilevel home in 1965 for acclaimed graphic designer Ron Clyne and his wife, Hortense.

The dining room at Alder reflects elements of the the wood-fired hearth grilling menu helmed by acclaimed Chef Patrick Kriss.

The single-family residence at 2010 Las Tunas Road in Santa Barbara, California, was built in 1957 by acclaimed local architect Peter Edwards.

Knock a few back with Leslie Cofresí, the man responsible for elevating Puerto Rico’s craft cocktail scene to international acclaim.

Lego artist Allyson Gail has gained acclaim online for her plastic brick–based food models.

Designed by the acclaimed Brigette Romanek and steeped in Hollywood history, this three-bedroom, four-bath home is perfectly appointed.

A rare find designed by acclaimed architecture firm Crites and McConnell in 1965, the Kitzman House features floor-to-ceiling windows and a warm, cedar-paneled interior.