Cape Cod style houses have etched an indelible mark in the world of architecture and design. Their timeless charm, steeped in history and a sense of nostalgia, continues to capture the hearts of homeowners and designers alike. In this detailed... -

A commune has different definitions depending on the period as well as geography. Some mean a kind of lifestyle in which a group of people, a commune share everything. The word also meant a kind of self-governing town in Western Europe during the... -

(Covers of some of the books discussed in this post)If your first reaction to the title of this post is something along the lines of, "Wait, isn\'t critical regionalism just 40 years old"," then everything you think know about critical... -

Experience the ultimate blend of traditional and contemporary design at OTRO Oaxaca, a hotel that redefines the accommodation experience in the heart of Oaxaca City, Mexico. Designed by RootStudio, this innovative project pays tribute to regional... -

Boa Vista Residence is a 4520 ft² dream home in Campinas, Brazil, designed by Padovani Arquitetos. With pure lines, mixed structure (metallic and concrete), simplicity in the coatings, and differentiated design. This residence stands out in a... -

Freudenberg is a town lying on a holiday road called the Orange Route, joining the areas associated with the House of Orange in North Rhine-Westphalia, t_r_a_v_e_l__w_i_t_h__m_e__ -

In the heart of Melbourne’s inner north, an 1800s Victorian house has undergone a transformation by FMD Architects. The architects, who took inspiration from the historic Edinburgh Gardens the home overlooks, embraced sentimentality and... -

Embarking on a small bathroom remodel can be an exciting venture, promising a fresh and functional space. However, success in this endeavor starts with a solid financial plan, but there are also things to avoid. Assessing your budget is the... -

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Designer Ana Dahlman has shared photos of a bathroom renovation she completed that included replacing the vanity with a floating L-shaped corner vanity. -

Explore the Dune House by KLG Architects, a 2022 coastal retreat in Betty’s Bay, South Africa. This cottage-style residence uniquely balances environmental sensitivity with modern living. Its design features a wind-protective roofscape and an... -

Aside from its natural beauties, there are some iconic lighthouses in Iceland that are worth seeing. There are lighthouses which are more than a century old and there are lighthouses from which you can see the northern lights. Each lighthouse has... -

Åstol is a small fishing town nestled among the rugged rocks rising from the sea in Bohuslän, Sweden. The town has an impressive atmosphere with its white wooden houses situated on the volcanic cliff. The bedrock of the island consists of eroded... -

A review of a new book released this week:The Japanese House Since 1945 by Naomi Pollock, published by Thames & Hudson, November 2023 (Amazon / Bookshop)What makes modern and contemporary Japanese houses so appealing" Much of it stems from the... -

Here are some of the most fascinating cliff-side towns in Greece. Oia in Santorini Oia is a municipality of Santorini that covers the whole of Therasia Island and the northwestern part of Santorini. The town is famous for its... -

Are you searching for ways to make your front yard more private" You’re not alone. Many homeowners want to create a personal sanctuary where they can escape from the world and enjoy a moment of tranquility. In this article, we’ll... -

The universe is vast, infinite, fascinating, and inspirational. It doesn’t come as a surprise that many children are completely in awe of outer space and like to daydream about flying to the moon in a rocket or meeting aliens on a spaceship. If... -

Villa Farnese is one of the most impressive medieval houses in Italy. It is located in the town of Caprarola, Lazio, just 50 kilometers away from Rome. Villa Farnese has been towering over Caprarola and its locals for more than 500 hundred years... -

Last week dose explored three "places in time": St. Louis in the early decades of the 20th century; Detroit between 1935 and 1985; and Chicago suburb Oak Park ca. 1906, when Frank Lloyd Wright completed Unity Temple. Those three US-centric books... -