Construction Diary: An Artist Plays Architect to Design a Brutalist-Inspired Family Home in TurkeyHakan Topal translated a few basics from his training—commit to choices, and don’t make too many—into a broad two-level residence...
A Globetrotting Architect Takes Her Tiny Warsaw Flat to the Next LevelKarolina Howorko breaks through the ceiling to playfully reimagine her pocket-sized pad.
A Striking Mixed-Use Building Near San Diego’s Historic Balboa Park Seeks $6.5MDesigned by Safdie Rabines Architects and decked out with luxe amenities, the 4-unit contemporary structure in Bankers Hill...
Before & After: A Brooklyn Couple’s Dim, Sequestered Kitchen Becomes a Luminous Gathering SpaceAfter 20 years in their Fort Greene townhouse, the homeowners call on Behin Ha Design Studio and Suzumori Architecture to...
An 18th-Century Portuguese Home Morphs Into a Series of Colorful ApartmentsEach unit is layered with a mix of eye-catching details, including patterned mosaics and a moody mermaid painting on the bathroom...
A Series of Interlocking Gables Create a Light-Filled Family Home in DenmarkC.F. Møller Architects implements an abundance of brick in an homage to another of their projects, the elegant Aarhus University.
A Low-Slung, Glass-Walled Home Is Tucked Into Malibu’s Verdant LandscapeHidden from the dense oceanfront in Malibu, California, this restoration by Brininstool + Lynch promises solitude and garden...
This Enigmatic Home in Vancouver Has a Hidden EntranceAlthough it’s “veiled” from the street, the light-filled hideaway amplifies its connection to the outdoors.
Clean, Precise Interiors Complement the 17th-Century Shell of an Italian Seafarer’s ApartmentWith a fluid, meandering plan, House for a Sea Dog is the perfect antidote to the homeowner’s cramped quarters on water.
A Minimalist, Wood-and-Glass Cabin Nestles Into a Patagonian ForestThe light-filled Impluvium Refuge embraces its remote setting in Southern Chile.
16 Dreamy Ski Cabins We Wish We Were Holed Up In This WinterWhile you’re hunkered down at home, fix yourself a hot toddy and enjoy a virtual tour of these snowbound chalets.
A Black Gable Villa in Copenhagen Stands Out From Its Stately NeighborsThe modern dwelling incorporates its woodsy-yet-urban surrounds through copious glazing.
For a Cool $25 Million, You Can Buy Richard Neutra’s Most Famous Palm Springs HomeThe Kaufmann Desert House was meticulously restored by Marmol Radziner in the 1990s—and now it’s up for grabs.
17 Dreamy and Rentable Retreats for a Pacific Northwest EscapeBetween infinite outdoor happenings and quaint urban charms, Oregon and Washington are just the places to hightail it to for a...
An Artisanal Mezcal Maker Opens an Intoxicatingly Muted Hotel in OaxacaConverted from a 17th-century residence, Hotel Sin Nombre eschews branding and embellishments for a down-to-earth experience.
16 Essential Design Events to Catch This FallAvailable to view virtually or at a safe social distance, these fairs, exhibitions, talks, and tours should be on your calendar.
14 Upstate New York Retreats Perfect for Beating the City HeatFrom converted barns to modern cabins, each offers a different take on a scenic country escape.
A Famed Florida Midcentury With a Zigzag Roof Gets a Careful RevampThe 1959 dwelling designed by architect Ralph Twitchell receives an award-winning renovation by local practice Seibert Architects.
An Architect Couple Fuse California Cool and Japanese Simplicity in This Blacked Out BungalowA soothing landscaped garden acts as the centerpiece at this Los Angeles residence that shuns all unnecessary elements.
Budget Breakdown: A Lakeside Retreat Goes From Groovy to Gorgeous for $450KDupont Blouin updates a family getaway in Québec while preserving its ’60s flair.
A Soulful Renovation in Santa Barbara Brings the Mountains Front and CenterA restrained revamp by Anacapa and Bailey Peace Design emphasizes the rolling landscape.
Take a Peek at These 30 Architects’ Private HomesBeing your own client comes with its own challenges and rewards.
This Mallorcan Hotel Blends Medieval Architecture With Contemporary LuxuryA quartet of spacious new villa suites and a revamped spa honor the hotel’s rugged landscape
and historic setting.
Take in Panoramic Desert Views in This Off-Grid CabinAn entrepreneur-turned-DIY builder expands his eco-friendly Yucca Valley property with this translucent desert structure.
10 Sarasota Modern Homes That Embrace Balmy ShoresThe Sarasota School of Architecture’s open, economical homes were fine-tuned for the Gulf Coast climate.
This Secluded, 19th-Century Spanish Estate Is the Perfect Escape From Winter BluesFrench architects Atelier du Pont gave this historic finca in Menorca a modern update befitting its posh amenities while staying...
Escape to the Woods in These Sustainable, Community-Focused Canadian CabinsOn a private island in Ontario, MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects are in the midst of creating an energy-efficient and convivial...
An Adventurous Florida Couple Revitalize a 1970s Airstream for Just $15KA 1970s camper gets a DIY gut renovation that smartly maximizes its 200 square feet of living space.
At Lasvit’s New Czech Headquarters, the Past and Present Are in Conversation at Every TurnPrague architects OV-A won the competition for the glass manufacturer’s unconventional, four-building work hub situated in a...
11 Homes That Embrace Wabi-Sabi DesignThese one-of-a-kind abodes value the well worn and the beautifully flawed above homogeneity.
14 Best Tropical Modern Homes That Upgrade the Island StyleBuilt for warm climes and lush surroundings, these tropical modern homes take a sophisticated approach to being laid-back.
Actor Janina Gavankar’s Revamped Home Is an Art-Filled PlaygroundThe film, television, and video game actor worked hand in hand with designer Mandy Cheng to create a dreamy L.A. house that...
In True California Style, This Venice Beach Home Hovers Above a PoolAn eager-to-downsize couple with a knack for entertaining fall in love with a tree-surrounded property for their next chapter.
Say “Cześć!” to the Baltic Sea at This Minimalist Polish ResortCamppinus Park looks to both the past and the present, blending smart tech and historical aesthetics together in eight restrained...
It Feels Like You’re Sleeping in the Jungle at This Yoga-Centric Hotel in TulumJaque Studio’s eco-friendly "village" sits in the midst of a verdant tropical landscape.
A Popular Portland Hotel Spawns a Rustic Sibling in the Columbia River GorgeSociety Hotel Bingen blends historic preservation and contemporary aesthetics into a striking new way to experience the Pacific...