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Zen Meets Mid-Century Cool in This Effortlessly Elegant Montecito Home

November 3, 2025

A serene Montecito courtyard with water, stone, and greenery creates a tranquil welcome to this modern home.

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The Modern Family Home That Turns Nature Into Its Fourth Room

November 3, 2025

Bridge House by Höweler+Yoon Architecture is a striking composition of glass and geometric volumes that seem to float among the trees. Designed to let the landscape flow through it, the home turns the space between structures into an “outdoor room,” making nature an essential part of its architecture.

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A Hilltop Home That Brings Together Family, Friends, and Panoramic Beauty

November 2, 2025

A Brazilian hilltop home rich in natural materials and personal touches, celebrating family life and connection to the landscape.

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A Woodland Wonder: The Vermont Guest House That Reflects Its Surroundings

November 2, 2025

A secluded modern guest house in Vermont by Birdseye Design, featuring a razor-edged black roof and cedar soffits that blend effortlessly with the forest.

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This Mid-Century Modern Home Got the Perfect Update, and It’s Still True to Its Roots

November 1, 2025

A beautifully updated Eichler home in San Mateo blends mid-century charm with fresh modern details and family-friendly warmth.

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From 1960s Shell to Shou Sugi Ban Stunner: Inside Villa S

November 1, 2025

Discover how RAU Architects used charred larch wood to create a cohesive, sculptural home that blends seamlessly into the forest.

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