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How Iglehart Design Turned a Basement Into an Elegant Bourbon Lounge

July 2, 2026

This speakeasy-inspired home whiskey lounge features rich green cabinetry, South African marble, brass accents, velvet seating, and vintage-inspired details.

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This Capsule-Shaped Office Building Is Designed for Extreme Heat

July 2, 2026

This office building combines capsule-shaped architecture, flexible workspaces, rooftop gardens, planter terraces, natural ventilation, and passive cooling strategies to create a greener, more comfortable workplace in one of India's hottest climates.

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This Small Woodland Lodge Was Designed to Protect Nature While Framing Tree Views

July 1, 2026

Hidden among the protected woodland of East Sussex, Looking Glass Lodge by Michael Kendrick Architects blends modern architecture with beautiful forest views. Take a tour inside this unique cedar-clad holiday home.

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This Modern Interior Blends Japandi Style with Australian Influence

July 1, 2026

Tour this stunning Edmonton home by NAKO Design, where Japandi style meets Australian influence through warm wood, bold black accents, and beautifully balanced modern interiors.

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This Blue-Tiled Home Changes Color as the Light Moves Across It

June 30, 2026

This striking home in Schoorl, Netherlands, designed by Mecanoo, is wrapped entirely in glossy ceramic tiles that shift between shades of blue, green, and grey. Combined with its twisting roof, Villa BW is a standout example of contemporary residential architecture.

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This Monochrome Home Blends Traditional Farm Forms With Modern Design

June 30, 2026

See how DKA divided this Quebec family home into three simple volumes that maximise natural light, improve circulation, and create varied interior spaces.

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