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This Contemporary Home Was Designed to Feel Both Grand and Effortlessly Relaxed

December 25, 2025

A marble tiled pool courtyard uses greenery and an all white palette to create a private inner city oasis.

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This Backyard Reading Shed Includes a Loft Bed and a Wallpapered Ceiling

December 25, 2025

This backyard reading shed by Board & Vellum blends quiet comfort with smart design, featuring a loft bed, skylights, built-in seating, a bathroom, and a wallpapered ceiling that hides integrated speakers.

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A Small Colombian House That Transforms Rural Building Traditions

December 24, 2025

This Colombian home reimagines rural architecture with a butterfly roof that collects rainwater, bamboo-and-steel structural details, and an open interior where the bedroom, kitchenette, and a hidden curved-wall bathroom blend seamlessly, creating a sustainable, modern, and deeply connected living experience.

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This Forest Home Took Years to Begin and Just Months to Complete

December 23, 2025

A modern forest home built from CLT and concrete, defined by a sculptural chimney and large glass openings.

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A Home That Blends Lodge Warmth With Japanese Precision

December 23, 2025

Set on a river-meandering site in the Methow Valley, this home blends classic lodge architecture with refined Japanese detailing, shaped by light, landscape, and sun-conscious design.

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The Tiny Finnish Cabin Designed to Leave No Trace on the Landscape

December 23, 2025

A tiny Finnish cabin near Helsinki shows how zero emission living can work, combining renewable energy, minimal interiors, and a design that leaves no trace on the landscape.

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