Nestled in Mountain Brook, Alabama, bDot Architecture finished the Arundel Drive Residence in 2019. Designed for a couple of empty nesters, it combines southern architecture with a modern aesthetic influenced by cultural traditions. The home’s design is uniquely tailored for large family gatherings, fusing contemporary elements with inviting textures and creating a hospitable atmosphere filled with natural light.
Designed by Daniel Joseph Chenin in 2023, Buckrail is a house in Harrison, Idaho, United States. Nestled on the rugged hillsides of Lake Coeur d’Alene, the lakeside retreat seamlessly blends rustic charm with modern luxury.
The 2022-designed Pavillion House by Rusafova Markulis Architects is a single-storey dwelling located in Asheville, North Carolina. Envisioned as a contemporary structure, it consists of two pavilions: one for social spaces and another for bedrooms.
Stewart-Schafer blended Scandinavian minimalism with mid-century influences for this residence in Easton, United States. Designed in 2022, the expansive house is an architectural gem, featuring contemporary glass walls and an indoor pool. The interiors highlight a tonal palette and a mix of custom-made furniture, from a Japanese-inspired table to a Scandinavian-inspired guest house in the woods.
Rusafova-Markulis architects designed a house titled Cabin House on a wooded suburban lot in Asheville, NC, USA. Completed in 2020, the retreat has a dark facade to help camouflage it within the forest, which the owner specifies will grow closer to the house in time. The design references traditional cabin interiors with stripped-back touches including exposed wooden frames, rough-sawn pine plywood ceilings, and warm pine floors.
EAG Studio has designed the Contemporary View home in Glen Ellen, California. Completed in 2021, this resort-style, off-the-grid house captures panoramic views of Sonoma Valley and features state-of-the-art sustainable features across its three-acre lot.
Ideal for both small and large-scale entertainment, the home emphasizes self-sufficiency and durability with systems for producing its own water, food, and energy, using smart home technologies and noble materials. Thoughtfully designed gathering spaces and tiered gardens complement the dynamic landscape, enhancing indoor-outdoor living.
Elmo Studios has completed the interior for the Furniture.com headquarters in New York City. Featuring several custom furnishings, the project aims to balance the warmth of residential design with the functionality of a tech office. The design incorporates elements like oversized table lamps, aluminum-framed glass partitions, and original artworks.
The Three-Courtyard House by Habanero Architecture in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, showcases a Vastu Shastra-inspired design, blending contemporary aesthetics with traditional harmony. The house’s leveled plane creates three courtyards, enclosed by a U-shaped retaining concrete wall. This structure not only aligns with nature but ensures energy efficiency with concrete masonry units and stucco, adding insulation internally.