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Homestead: Birdseye’s Vision of Lakefront Living in South Hero

Homestead: Birdseye’s Vision of Lakefront Living in South Hero

Discover Homestead, a Birdseye-designed house located in the pastoral setting of South Hero, Vermont, USA. Crafted in 2021, this single-story house blends seamlessly with its landscape, offering a unique connection to Lake Champlain. Delve into its design that mirrors the agrarian typology, optimized for lake views and integrated with sustainable features for enhanced living comfort.

Wildflower House: Integrating Modern Design with Nature

Sleek single-story house with large windows nestled among tall pine trees at dusk

Step into Wildflower, a bespoke house designed by Prentiss + Balance + Wickline Architects in 2023, nestled in the serene landscape of Winthrop, WA, USA. This real estate marvel, a blend of modern design and environmental stewardship, showcases a family home perfectly integrated with the Methow Valley’s native flora and fauna. Utilizing fire-resistive materials and a layout that respects the natural terrain, Wildflower sets a benchmark for sustainable living while offering a warm, inviting space for a family of four.

Arboreal House: A Modern Retreat in the Tahoe Sierras

Modern house with large windows surrounded by pine trees.

Discover the Arboreal House, designed by MacCracken Robinson Architects in 2023, nestled in the United States’ picturesque Tahoe region. This house stands as a masterpiece of modern architecture, harmoniously blending with its forest surroundings. The design emphasizes a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, employing natural materials like cedar and oak to enhance its tranquil, luxurious ambiance. Perfect for nature lovers seeking a serene retreat, the Arboreal House elevates sustainable living to new heights.

Two Gables: A Modern Home Designed as a Love Letter

FeaturedContemporary twin-gabled houses with muted wood siding and large windows amidst greenery

Two Gables, designed by Wheeler Kearns Architects in 2022, is a contemporary house located in Chicago, United States. This project is a testament to a couple’s new life phase, desiring a light-filled dwelling with distinct areas for living, working, and entertaining. Moving from a dense 19th-century Victorian home, they aspired for a minimalist design using warm grays to highlight personal art and furnishings. Two Gables seamlessly integrates with its one-acre, wooded surroundings, offering privacy and picturesque views.

citizenM Menlo Park: Innovations in Modular Hotel Construction

Modern lounge with colorful furniture and hanging white lamps.

Opening its doors in 2023, the citizenM Menlo Park hotel is the latest addition to the San Francisco Bay Area’s hospitality scene. Designed by Concrete Architectural Associates, this high-tech hotel caters to modern travelers with its sustainable modular construction, contemporary art, and designer furniture. Located next to the iconic Meta Campus, its unique architecture and “inside out” design philosophy make it a standout in the region.

Sunshine Canyon: The Architectural Beauty of Resilience and Sustainability

FeaturedContemporary hillside house with expansive windows at twilight.

Sunshine Canyon House, designed by Hacker in Boulder, Colorado, represents a remarkable blend of sustainability, modern design, and resilience against wildfires. This two-bedroom home, set at 7,300 feet, leverages its dramatic location with a simple, elegant form and cutting-edge environmental technologies. It’s a testament to starting anew amidst nature’s power, blending historic materials with innovative, energy-efficient design.