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This Faceted Cabin Was Designed as a Response to Fire and Landscape

February 7, 2026

This cabin mimics the surrounding rocks while its charred timber exterior highlights fire management in the mountains.

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A House Built for Quiet Living in the Forest

February 7, 2026

A courtyard-centered house layout that balances openness and privacy while keeping every main space connected to nature.

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This Lake House Blends Privacy and Panoramic Views

February 6, 2026

Sustainable Accoya wood, raw concrete, and painted steel combine to create an exterior that blends contemporary elegance with the natural ruggedness of Lake Michigan’s shoreline.

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A Century-Old Log Cabin Becomes the Living Room of a New Lake House

February 6, 2026

A modern lake house on Lake Wenatchee is built entirely around a preserved 1915 log cabin, turning history into the home’s centerpiece.

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Inside a Florida Keys Home Built to Withstand a Changing Coastline

February 5, 2026

This modern home features board-formed concrete, coral rock, and wood slats that define a durable material palette built for coastal conditions.

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A Historic Hutong Reinvented With Glass That Warps Light and Space

February 5, 2026

A historic hutong wrapped in a transparent glass skin that preserves the original building while introducing a contemporary architectural layer.

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