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House of Light and Shadow: Captivating San Francisco Residential Transformation

Sleek modern living room with high ceiling, gray sectional, and wood accents. Minimalist design.

San Francisco’s House of Light and Shadow, designed by acclaimed architects William Duff Architects, is a captivating transformation that seamlessly blends traditional and modern elements. This 3,758-square-foot residential gem showcases a harmonious interplay of light, shadow, and meticulous attention to detail, creating a truly exceptional living experience.

Riversdale Kyneton: A Thoughtful Renovation Embracing its Roots

A modern open-concept kitchen with wooden panels, pendant lights, and a sleek island.

Riversdale Kyneton, a heritage-listed Victorian cottage in Kyneton, Australia, has undergone a thoughtful renovation by Jost Architects.

This cohesive family home seamlessly blends contemporary design with sustainable principles, respecting the property’s rich history and rural setting. The project’s ambition was to create architecture that responds directly to its context, achieved through the application of original site materials.

Mississippi Loft: Integrating Victorian Style in Modern Living

FeaturedA modern and stylish industrial-inspired living space with glass walls, minimalist furnishings, and botanical accents.

Explore the Mississippi Loft in Minneapolis, an apartment transformed by PKA Architecture in 2022. This stunning space, inside a former 1879 flour mill, seamlessly melds industrial chic with Victorian elegance. Enjoy breathtaking Mississippi River views framed by brick, timber, and glass, all enhanced by modern design touches, reflecting both historical integrity and contemporary luxury.

Queen’s Park House: A Modern Take on Victorian Elegance

A modern kitchen with sleek black and wood cabinetry, concrete floors, and an arched entryway.

The Queen’s Park House in London, a masterful creation by RISE Design Studio in 2022, reimagines Victorian elegance through contemporary design. This unique house seamlessly integrates a glass extension with the original structure, offering a space that is both chic and practical, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The design blurs the lines between past and present, marrying traditional charm with modern sophistication in a bustling urban setting.

Corrugated House: Transforming London’s Victorian Town-House

Modern kitchen with island, teal cabinets, and skylight.

Discover the Corrugated House in Leyton, London, a stunning creation by Mike Tuck Studio. This four-bedroom Victorian terrace underwent extensive remodeling to meet the needs of a modern family, featuring a spacious kitchen/dining area, bespoke interior design, innovative materials, and a garden transformation.

Set in the UK in 2021, this house is an architectural testament to blending tradition with contemporary flair.

The Maker’s House: Loader Monteith’s Victorian Revival in Glasgow

The Maker’s House: Loader Monteith’s Victorian Revival in Glasgow

In Glasgow’s Lenzie Conservation Area, Loader Monteith has masterfully transformed a Victorian merchant’s house. Named The Maker’s House, this traditional-style property boasts a modern black timber-clad extension, complete with a dedicated pottery studio. Blending the old with the new, the house showcases an artful balance between Victorian charm and modern living, all while prioritizing sustainability and the future needs of its inhabitants.

Glimmer House: Merging Victorian and Nautical Aesthetics in Toronto

Glimmer House: Merging Victorian and Nautical Aesthetics in Toronto

Introducing the Glimmer House, an innovatively redesigned residence by Kilogram Studio located in the heart of Toronto, Canada. Serving a modern family, this home accommodates a couple, their large dog, and frequent long-term guests in a seamlessly adaptable space.

Drawing inspiration from Toronto’s signature Victorian red brick houses, the property showcases a red-clad rear addition with a unique right triangle roof. Within the house, you will find echoes of the couple’s love for sailing and hints of submersion, as depicted in the deep window and skylight cavities filled with indirect light, glossy cabinetry reflecting brick and stucco views, and the sensory calm of the dark bathing area.

Welcome to a residence that fuses Toronto’s architectural heritage with a fluid, marine-inspired design.

Buchanan Street Residence: A Historic Victorian Home Reimagined

Buchanan Street Residence: A Historic Victorian Home Reimagined

Experience the rejuvenation of history with the Buchanan Street Residence in San Francisco, California. Masterfully redesigned by Richard Beard Architects in 2022, this storied Victorian era property has been meticulously transformed to cater to the dynamics of a large family while paying homage to its heritage.

The resplendent exterior, painted in a contrasting two-tone palette, effortlessly harmonizes with the minimalist, contemporary interiors, designed to elevate spatial aesthetics and enhance natural light. The absence of traditional Victorian elements in the interior marks a deliberate, artful contrast, creating a unique confluence of history and modernity.