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A Collection of Off-Grid Cabins with a Fire-Led Events Space

May 2, 2026

Compact off-grid cabins in Mudgee designed with rammed earth, timber, and a folded roof that reimagines camping through architecture.

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A Book Pavilion That Opens Like a Shell

May 2, 2026

A shell-inspired pavilion in Beijing by LUO Studio opens and closes to create a flexible public space for reading, gathering, and events, bringing movement and interaction into the heart of a busy plaza.

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A Mid-Century Cabin Transformed Into a Contemporary Home

May 1, 2026

This Lake Austin home started as a simple 1950s cabin before a redesign removed later additions and revealed its unique hexagon form.

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A Closer Look at a Home With Curved Wood Slat Wall

May 1, 2026

A curved wood slat wall transforms this open-plan living space, blending function with sculptural design.

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Sliding Glass Doors Open This Cabin to Coastal Views

April 30, 2026

A modern cedar cabin in Halfmoon Bay designed to preserve every existing tree, blending architecture with untouched forest surroundings.

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A Sculptural Roofline Defines This Hamptons Residence

April 30, 2026

A striking modular home in Bridgehampton made up of six gabled volumes, creating a bold architectural identity with a clear geometric layout.

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