It’s becoming more common for home designs to be one with the land, and this Polish residence, dubbed 35:35 Slope House, is no exception. Designed by 77 Studio Architecture, this 3,330-square-foot home is built on an escarpment ( a long, steep slope) by the Vistula River. An Integrated House with Amazing Views The architects built […]
Located in the Netherlands, this three-story home is partially underground and camouflaged by a hill that acts as the home’s roof. Architects WillemsenU designed this underground house for a couple who wanted a home that acted as a retreat after a hard work day. A Private Design that Blends with the Landscape Responding to the […]
Sometimes, the best cure for stress and the busyness of daily life is a trip into the woods. Fortunately, this Kawagama Lake residence offers it all — lakeside views, fishing, hiking, and a beautiful home to relax in. Building Arts Development designed and built this unique residence in a picturesque sugar maple forest in Algonquin […]
If a two-story bookshelf sounds like something from your dream home, you’ll want to check out this Texas residence. Located in urban Austin, Murray Legge Architecture designed this house with the collaboration of an artist and an architectural historian. An Urbanized Exterior This home is a secondary dwelling in historic Austin. The primary house is […]
For most people, the thought of living underground induces one of two feelings: claustrophobia or adventure. If you picked the former, this home might change your mind. Designed by Architect Javier Senosiain and constructed in 1984, this underground dwelling is full of natural light and seamless integration with the surrounding land. A Design Inspired By […]
Space is limited in urban areas, which is a big reason skyscraper apartment buildings are prominent features. But the lack of personal residences isn’t the only issue in metropolitan areas —inner city schools also face spatial challenges. Architects Atelier FCJZ found innovative ways to create more indoor and outdoor space for children in Jing Long […]
This California home, designed by Fougeron Architects, takes theindoor/outdoor connection to a new level. Suspended on two hills, the 2,500-square-foot home is directly over a creek with a waterfall on its rear side. The homeowners can enjoy the view from their terrace each morning. A Two Story Home Right on the California Hills Rather than […]
If you grew up a fan of the hit cartoon The Jetsons, this home will make you nostalgic. Located in Long Island and designed by architect firm Diller Scofidio + Renfro, this 11,450 square foot home oozes futuristic appeal. A Look at the Unique Exterior The architects modeled this home off of East Hampton’s rolling […]
If you crave the freedom to move around and enjoy nature, this mobile home built by IAAC Architects is worth a look. Designed with sustainability in mind, it was part of a Master in Advanced Ecological Buildings & Biocities (MAEBB) project and features zero-kilometer wood and basic household comforts for two. A Look at the […]
Located in South Hero, Vermont, this 12-acre property is anything but your typical homestead. Architect Office Birdseye designed this house with the surrounding landscape in mind. The 5,430 square-foot home features three expanding rectangular sections joined by a long hall and peaked gable roofs. Exterior Materials — A Contemporary Twist on Country Rather than standard […]