Architecture | CONTEMPORIST

This Scottish Cottage Extension Uses a Wrap-Around Window Seat to Frame the Garden

June 1, 2026

The standout feature of Origami House is its custom Douglas fir window seat. Wrapping around the extension in a generous U-shape, the built-in bench frames garden views, extends into the dining area, and continues toward the kitchen cabinetry.

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Outward-Leaning Windows Emphasize The Mountain Views At This Utah House

May 31, 2026

Quarry House by RKD Architects in Park City, Utah, is made up of three connected pods, each featuring a curved, outward-leaning glass wall that frames sweeping views of the Wasatch Mountains. Limestone walls, steel structure, and bold architectural forms give the home a striking presence within the landscape.

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This Portland Bathhouse Was Built on the Footprint of a 100-Year-Old Carriage House

May 30, 2026

This cedar-clad bathhouse in Portland, Oregon transforms the footprint of a 100-year-old carriage house into a striking modern backyard spa. Designed by Ment Architecture with landscape design by Planterra Design, the project combines custom cedar siding, black steel details, lush layered planting, bluestone patios, and moody garden spaces inspired by Portland’s rainy winters.

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This Austin Home Hides a Light-Filled World Behind A Black Exterior

May 30, 2026

Tour the bold exterior of Tarrytown Residence, where black brick, ebony-stained cedar, custom steel detailing, and expansive glass walls create a contemporary architectural statement in Austin, Texas.

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The Oversized Window That Changed Everything in This French Chalet

May 29, 2026

This Chamonix renovation features a massive black framed picture window that perfectly captures mountain views while flooding the home with natural light.

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Inside a Sydney Home With a Gravity-Defying Kitchen Island

May 29, 2026

The minimalist kitchen in this Sydney home features a dramatic cantilevered island, black cabinetry, concrete walls, limestone floors, and travertine finishes that create a bold yet refined modern aesthetic.

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