Video: Prefab Japanese Joinery
In our September 2011 Japan Style issue (now on newsstands!) we showcase a plethora of Japanese-influenced houses as well as...
A Tiny Apartment in Hong Kong Uses Adaptable Joinery to Expand the Space
Sim-Plex Design Studio transforms a 504-square-foot flat for a young family with cleverly concealed storage and a private, lofted...
Interlocking Trees Support the Roof of This South Korean Home
The House of Three Trees showcases the power of traditional wooden joinery.
8 Japanese-Inspired Spaces We Love
The small archipelago in the Pacific Ocean has had a big influence on architects and designers across the globe, from São Paulo...
This Japanese-Inspired Platform Bed Starts at $795—and Can Be Assembled in Five Minutes
Japanese-style joinery means that The Bed by Thuma can be set up in a flash.
Renovation Opens Up a London Apartment
In Clerkenwell, an architect re-imagines a space to bring out the "dramatic geometry" of its concrete ceiling.
An Old Post Office Becomes an Idyllic Beach Retreat in Victoria
A budget renovation relies on simple solutions to transform the building into a relaxing oasis.
A Stone Farmhouse Hides an Exquisite Japanese-Inspired Interior
Bespoke joinery, elegant minimalism, and space-saving design imbue a contemporary country retreat with Japanese sensibilities.
A Cramped Melbourne Victorian Gets an Earthy Refresh Inspired by the Australian Bush
Designer Kim Kneipp revamps a dark, 1890s home with clever storage solutions and custom joinery made of recycled wood.
A Restored Arts and Crafts Treasure Asks $1.4M in New Jersey
Built in 1911, the Gustav Stickley–designed Craftsman bungalow still has its original fieldstone fireplace and distinctive...
A Modern Home in Queensland Promoting Indoor-Outdoor Living Seeks $1.8M
On a tropical lot in Port Douglas, the meandering three-bedroom features 9-foot-tall ceilings and a 22-foot-long pool.
A London Townhouse Has Glass Circles in Its Floors to Filter in Ample Natural Light
After gutting the interior of a dark, five-story townhouse, a bright and open space is born.
This Renovated Victorian in Melbourne Literally Says “Hello” to Passersby
Revamped and expanded to accommodate a home and artist’s studio, Hello House is a true conversation starter.
Feast Your Eyes on Designer Dries Otten’s Punchy Kitchens
These spaces’ colorful cabinetry and playful joinery are more than just flashy additions—they’re meant to tell a kitchen’s design...
A Remote Cabin in New Zealand Celebrates Affordable Materials and Life’s Simple Pleasures
Located on a windswept site, this one-bedroom retreat is built to withstand the rigors of rural life, and it can sleep up to six...
A Streamlined Addition Serves a Family of Four in Australia
Thomas + Williams Architects sow simplicity with an artful combination of concrete, oak, steel, and prefabricated panels in Port...
This Gorgeous Houseboat in London Could Be Yours For $378K
This stunning one-bedroom houseboat can run 100% off the grid—and it's currently up for grabs.
Formerly a Farm Workers' Cottage, This Cool Norfolk Home Costs Just Over $1 Million
Once a cottage for farm workers, this house—which overlooks the Salthouse Marshes on the north coast of Norfolk—has been...
An Edgy Slatted Facade Conceals a Striking Indoor/Outdoor Home in Brisbane
From the street view, an angular slatted facade conceals a home from the outside world while also carefully hinting at what's...
A Reinvented Terrace House in London Is Chock-Full of Clever Storage
A modular, adjustable, floor-to-ceiling storage wall is just one of the renovated home’s solutions.
Haysom Ward Miller’s Off-Grid Lochside House Is RIBA House of the Year 2018
Clad in charred larch and built with prefabricated, structurally insulated panels, this lakeside home perches lightly on the land.
Getting Technical: 5 Types of Wood Joints You Should Know
No matter if a piece of furniture is big or small, plywood or solid, the type of joint used in production can make or break the...
An Architect Transforms His Tiny Apartment Into a Minimalist Masterpiece
There’s a place for everything in Tsai Design director Jack Chen’s one-bedroom flat in Melbourne.
This Renovated Sydney Home Feels Like a Superhero’s Secret Lair
An award-winning renovation and addition offer a pair of introverted homeowners the sanctuary they crave.
A Flowing Hong Kong Apartment Mimics the City’s Cascading Hills
A winding form slices through the center of this home to add dimension, privacy, and storage.
Find Out How Light and Precious Outdoor Space Were Introduced to an Old Australian Cottage
A series of interlocking masonry volumes are placed behind an existing cottage in New South Wales, Australia, to maximize...
An Australian Vacation Villa Gets a Sophisticated New Look
On the peninsula of Palm Beach, a northern Sydney suburb, a holiday home is treated to a restrained, yet luxe, renovation.
John Pawson Turns an Old Hospital and Convent Into a Luxe Hotel in Israel
After an extensive renovation, the doors to Israel's beautifully designed Jaffa Hotel are officially open.
A Melbourne Midcentury Gets a Palm Springs-Inspired Revival
Built in 1964 and originally designed by architect Harry Ernest, a worn-down home undergoes an overhaul that embraces the spirit...
Grab This Newly Renovated, Green-Hued Abode For $4.2M
Chan and Eayrs has completely reimagined a former factory into a luminous live/work space in London.
Get Your Glamp On in This Retro Teardrop Trailer
Keep the elements at bay with these hand-built, fully customizable teardrops from Denver-based manufacturer Timberleaf Trailers.
A Concrete and Glass Pavilion Opens This 1930s Home to a Tiered Garden
The exterior, made of prim brick and stucco, hides a show-stopping addition at this suburban home outside of Melbourne, Australia.
This Revamped Cottage Is a Modern Take on Traditional Japanese Townhouses
Located on a corner lot, this two-bedroom cottage blends old with new in Sydney, Australia.
Blink and You Might Miss the Subtle Beauty of Alessia Mosci’s Upcycled London Flat
The creative director and co-owner of MWAI repurposed as many materials as she could to turn an old apartment building into her...
Stay in a Riverside Vacation Home That Embraces the Australian Bush
Perched atop a steep slope overlooking the Hawkesbury River on Dangar Island—just an hour north of Sydney—this tranquil, modern...
A Lakeside Retreat in Quebec Looks Sharp With a Blade-Like Roof
Anchored to a rocky site on the shores of Lake Memphremagog, a granite home sports a long, sleek roof.

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