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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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…

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Design Spotlight: Outbuildings by LDa Architecture & Interiors

Tudor-style home with central stone fireplace in the pool house

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Design Details: Float On

Hidden tension rods float this terrazzo staircase

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Design Spotlight: Outbuildings by Charles Hilton

Pyramids, Doric columns, and a dialogue framing the pool and its terrace

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Design Spotlight: Outbuildings by Rotelle Studio

See the creative results from the ultimate battle of backyard sheds

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Light Touch

Understanding these basics will help you create better lighting transitions

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Design Spotlight: Storage Solutions by John Cronin

A place for books, wine, and paperweights

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Design Details: Hidden Secret

A hidden library door gives this new custom-built house the quirkiness of an old home.

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Design Spotlight: Storage Solutions by Rodger Owen

Creating a home where children and adults can feel comfortable in all spaces