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A Historic Craftsman Expands with Smart, Family-First Design

March 25, 2026

A compact backyard transforms into a layered outdoor retreat with a firepit, built-in seating, and a playful corner window connection.

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A 1940s Austin House Becomes a Creative Haven With Modern Additions

March 25, 2026

In the library, custom wood shelving and steel-framed windows create a calm, light-filled workspace connected to the garden.

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How One Islington House Balances Heritage Style With Open-Plan Living

March 24, 2026

Arched doors and soft curves introduce a subtle architectural detail that references Georgian style while improving flow between spaces.

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Wooden Louvers Define the Upper Floor of a Modern Brazilian Home

March 24, 2026

Discover a São Paulo home by mf+arquitetos where wood, black stone, and concrete create warmth, privacy, and modern elegance.

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A Portuguese Home Defined by Wood Slats and Dark Tiles

March 23, 2026

Wood slats wraps sections of the exterior of this home, creating a clean facade that shifts between solid and open as you move around it.

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An Artist’s Cabin With Clear Views of Water and Trees

March 23, 2026

A one room cabin interior designed as a flexible studio or guesthouse with an open layout and minimal structure

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