CONTEMPORIST | Page 49 of 1180 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

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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This Miami Home Lifts Daily Life Above the Garden

December 20, 2025

Two interlocking volumes define this Coconut Grove home, with wood panels, overhanging plants, and louvers creating warmth, shade, and a subtle connection to the surrounding greenery.

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This Island Home was Built to Bring Everyone Together

December 19, 2025

A concrete coastal compound designed to withstand the elements, softened with native woods, palm fronds, and handmade details that connect the home to its island setting.

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This Simple Island Home Looks Modest Until You Step Inside

December 18, 2025

A minimalist gabled home on Orcas Island finished in dark weathered wood, set among old growth trees with layered views in every direction.

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