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An Accessory Dwelling Unit Becomes a Writer's Retreat in Austin
Designing a modern garage apartment within the wooded hillside yard of this Austin home presented the design team with challenges and rewards
Custom Builder
On the Boards: Modern Organic Spec Home With All the Bells and Whistles
A spec home with a trendy design is perfect for a multitude of homeowners
Custom Builder
A 90-Year-Old Remodel Creates a Beyond Net Zero Home
A complete remodel of a 90-year-old house exceeds net zero energy use by following stringent passive building standards
Design
Valspar Names 2025 Color of the Year
Encore, a deep shade of blue, was selected for its ‘new-stalgic’ feel
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Design
Hidden Touch: How to Hide Audio and Video Elements in a Custom Home
There are plenty of solutions to make home tech devices unobtrusive in a custom home
Editorial/Topical
Art of Remodeling
I once interviewed a young architect who lamented that the bulk of her design commissions were for remodeling work. Hungry and ambitious, she was on…
Case Studies
Rural Retreat: A Minimalist Getaway in Nova Scotia Relies On the Strength and Beauty of Wood
Wood is always the standard for residential construction in the Maritimes
Design
Expansive Windows Give Suburban Home an Indoor/Outdoor Connection
This home's indoor-outdoor integration plays a role in an illinois family’s quality of life.
Design
Passive House Principles
A seaside retreat follows the Passive House standard to maximize energy efficiency
Design Spotlight
Design Spotlight: Powder Rooms by Janet Brooks
For Janet Brooks designing powder rooms is the icing on the cake, providing an opportunity to be a little outrageous.
Design
Q&A: Form and Feng Shui
Joanna Lily Wong’s feng shui principles and designs embrace luxury, without sacrificing practicality or creativity
Design Spotlight
Design Spotlight: Powder Rooms by Renata Buenrostro, AIA
The powder room can be the jewel box and the most unexpected space in a home
Architecture
Q&A: Embracing the Creativity and Authenticity of Classic Architecture
Architect Andrew B. Cogar on tradition, teamwork, and sustainability in classical/historical architecture.
Projects
Traditional Architecture With A Twist
Historic house shapes merged with modern features satisfy a variety of client wish lists while making neighbors happy