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This 1961 Mid-Century Modern Home Was Updated For A Growing Family

August 20, 2026

Explore the open living and dining spaces of this West Vancouver mid-century home, featuring an original brick wood-burning fireplace, upgraded windows, forest and ocean views, and large glass doors opening onto the deck.

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This Canadian Lake House Balances Open Views With Sheltered Spaces

August 19, 2026

Desert Lake House by BLA Design Group sits on the shores of Osoyoos Lake, using layered volumes, sheltered spaces and lake views to shape its interiors.

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Inside A Warm Australian Home Inspired By Palm Springs And Bali

August 18, 2026

Discover Smoke Bush House by ELC Architecture and Interiors, an Australian home inspired by Palm Springs warmth and Balinese simplicity, with natural materials, soft light and expansive landscape views.

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A Montreal Home Gets A Bright New Kitchen And An 18-Foot Bathroom Vanity

August 17, 2026

Catlin Stothers updates a 25-year-old Montreal home with a bright new kitchen, redesigned master suite, white oak details and an 18-foot bathroom vanity.

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Top 20 A’ Design Award Winners From Past Years

August 17, 2026

A Design & Awards Competition

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Inside the Sausalito Restaurant Housed in a Former Ferry Terminal

August 16, 2026

See how a former Sausalito ferry terminal was transformed into Barrel House Tavern while retaining historic features including expansive windows, cement plaster arches, and a reclaimed maple ceiling.

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