Merging Ancient Construction With Modern Living

This vacation home pushes the boundaries of traditional log construction techniques and incorporates elegant details elevating this typically rustic building method



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Making a Home Among the Redwoods

Designing a not-cramped-feeling, three-bedroom home on a tight lot surrounded by protected redwoods was no easy task. But through high ceilings, abundant glazing, and thoughtful spatial detailing, architect Heidi Richardson achieved the improbable. 


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Building 'Living Architecture'

Master builder Jeff DuBro's novel approach to design and architecture embraces not only how clients intend to live in the home, but also how they intend to live in the surrounding community

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Guest Columnist: Evaluating Risks and Cost Before Buying Land

Finding the right building site with no issues can be trick; that's where scrubbing the lot could help

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New Ravenna Mosaic

Part of New Ravenna’s Sea Glass collection, Delft includes 12 mosaic designs that draw inspiration from 17th century Dutch porcelain. Each piece of…

Design Spotlight

Design Spotlight: Outdoor Kitchens by 9th Avenue Designs, Cleveland

Pat Beam of 9th Avenue Designs designs outdoor kitchens pere whether clients want a functional  workspace for barbecue or a party space

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Lavatory faucet

Union is an industrial-inspired bath fittings collection from the UK-based brand Crosswater London

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Luxe Vanity

Offered in a single- or double-basin configuration

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Kitchen Corner

The average American home has grown over the years, and the kitchen has followed in lockstep. New homes have ballooned from around 1,500 square feet…

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Louis Poulsen Pendant Light

Designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen, this special-edition PH Artichoke pendant is being relaunched in its original materials and finishes. The…

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Design Spotlight: Outdoor Kitchens From Chicago Roof Decks + Gardens

   VANESSA SLIVINSKI AND JAKE GAZLAY, CHICAGO ROOF DECKS + GARDENS , CHICAGO These three roof-deck projects make the most of their elevated…

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The Secret to Successful Showpiece Kitchens

Two custom builders and a designer share their secrets for protecting profit margins when creating luxury kitchens

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Liquid Reserves: A San Francisco Home Focuses on Water Conservation

Located near the crest of San Francisco’s exclusive Russian Hill neighborhood, the 9,500-square-foot, five-bedroom house has plenty of luxury…