Mint green-painted ironwork and tiles connect the indoors to the outside more fluidly.

The Max-A studio is also built with a pine frame, though it has pine panelling on the ceiling, while the main house ceiling is painted a warm white.

Huan draws from traditional meanings of gates as transitional pathways linking life and death. Image courtesy of Pace Gallery.

On San Juan island, Pole Pass is an intimate waterfront retreat built to serve as a gathering space that takes advantage of the temperate Pacific Northwest summers.

Wood decking extends out to the yard.

Amending Meeuwissen’s early request for an open bathroom space, the architects devised a more private chamber with an overhead skylight and walls in stone tile from Intercodam Tegels.

After - living room (Rubio monocoat floors, Chantilly lace walls, used fireplace)

99 by Von Tundra and Lydia Cambron $13,000 Oregon-based Von Tundra’s unit combines three different storage options—a rack, drawers, and boxes—into a multipurpose dresser.

Carreau du Temple Facade “It captures that feeling of being in Paris, the subtle light of Paris,” says architect Jean-François Milou. Photo Credit: Fernando Javier Urquijo/studioMilou architecture.

Carreau du Temple Exterior When the newly restored Marais marketplace opens to the public on April 25, the new design may create a formidable nexus for arts and culture in Paris. Photo Credit: Fernando Javier Urquijo/studioMilou architecture.

View from the Nave of Carreau du Temple “Because it’s one of the only remaining examples of this type of architecture, we have a responsibility to make the restoration ideal,” Milou says. “We wanted to make it even lighter than it was, even more free, to truly open up the roof and the envelope.” Photo Credit: Fernando Javier Urquijo/studioMilou architecture.

Carreau du Temple Main Hall With the addition of a bi-level basement containing all the working elements of the structure, the ground-level mezzanine remains unencumbered and adaptable to any number of events. (It’s set to be a leading site for runway shows in the city’s new fashion district.) Photo Credit: Fernando Javier Urquijo/studioMilou architecture.

The New Glass Facade in the Circulation Space In a back-to-basics move, Milou and his team exposed the roots, removing the exterior brick walls, decades worth of ducts and additional material to reveal the structure’s simple steel skeleton. The building’s glass curtain creates an interplay between the interior and exterior. Photo Credit: Fernando Javier Urquijo/studioMilou architecture.

The Front Desk of the Carreau du Temple in the Afternoon Sun Photo Credit: Fernando Javier Urquijo/studioMilou architecture.

View of Carreau du Temple from the Square The palette—blue-lacquered steel, chestnut wood and a gray-and-gold interior—was chosen to reflect the shades and gradients of Paris’ sky. Photo Credit: Fernando Javier Urquijo/studioMilou architecture.

The Armadillo is parked on a 1,000-square-foot lot that gives the couple ample outdoor space.

Dwell's Manhattan Home Tour, which showcased five modern homes from the Upper East Side to Chelsea, also took place today. @npzstudio shared a picture of their pass in anticipation.

A bird passes by the iconic building.

Hōsen-in (2011) - The absence of windows frames the gardens as a natural extension of the meditation space. The effect is an immersive indoor-outdoor experience.

Delhi, India-The second-largest metropolis in India, Delhi serves as a beautiful example of the juxtaposition of traditional Indian architectural styles with modern international styles. In Delhi, visitors may observe the zenith of Mughal creativity in the Red Fort. The fort’s Islamic domes and minarets are characteristic of traditional Indian architecture. Recently, the Akshardham Hindu temple complex was opened to the public, showcasing intricate, carved decoration reminiscent of the ancient stupas. The Lotus Temple, a house of worship stylistically anchored in modernity, provides a stunning visual complement to the Sydney Opera House. The Taj Majal is also just a quick train ride away. Photo by: jonrawlinson.

Temple Restaurant does European fine dining on the grounds of a 600-year-old temple that was used as a television factory during the Cultural Revolution. The beautiful lot is also home to a boutique hotel and gallery.

Temple Menorah by Mary Jurek This beautiful design by Mary Jurek is the last word in 2013 Hanukkah menorahs. It's gorgeous in its simplicity and modern charm, blending rosewood and stainless steel.

This outdoor chair from designer Damian Velasquez is both striking and strikingly comfortable—you might not believe you're sitting on metal. The mesh design is sturdy, but has just enough give to conform to your body. The heat-dispersing, wind-resistant powder-coated stainless steel construction makes it a smart addition to your yard.

O Table by Half 13 $2,800 This curvy powder-coated stainless steel outdoor table, fabricated by Damian Velasquez in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is available in nine vibrant colors.

Wooden decks can be added to heighten the indoor-outdoor living experience.

Landscape architect Kevin Campion went to great lengths to protect the poplar trees during construction. Delta Millworks charred the cedar gable fronts following the shou sugi ban technique.

A Rafa Kids swing hangs below the loft bed near the large desk designed for playing with Legos.

Shumaker Design + Build Associates honed in on natural light, rich tones, and earthy materials to update this Chicago kitchen. The renovated kitchen now boasts a ten-foot-long banquette paired with a West Elm table, offering seating for everything from quick breakfasts to grand dinners.

Light pine finishes make the interiors feel airy and spacious.

An opaque sliding glass door separates the bathroom from the dining area. White tile with pink-colored grout ties the two spaces together.