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This two story Chestnut Hill, MA home is a graphic contemporary representation complete with a striking wood exterior and jagged geometric roof. Black and white accents on the roof’s angular shape really help the facade to stand out, and the black framed windows add an extra element of bold outlining to it all. Steel is one…

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Desert regions might not seem like the most idyllic settings for giant mansions and sprawling estates. But when you’ve got 22,000 square feet to spare and you’re Bob Hope– Palm Springs might be the perfect spot to call home. The late entertainer’s John Lautner 70s built ‘home’ is on the market, and it’s going for $50…

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Classic Baccarat crystal is coveted in many high end homes, restaurants and hotels around the world. So imagine this company scaled to a high class tower on 5th Avenue in New York that boasts both residences and hotel suites for the ultra wealthy. With a planned 50 story building featuring 61 residences and 114 hotel rooms, the amenities,…

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A home that is nestled up against a river bank in England might not expect rising water. But after being built in 2008 by John Pardey Architects, it somehow experienced some elevated levels and the entrance to the Hind House became accessible by trodding through the unavoidable flooded water heights. Beyond the water discrepancies, the home…

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The California Wine Country is an unprecedented location, and if there’s one thing to take advantage of in these vast valleys– it’s the views. Gorgeous surroundings and mountainous views abound are plentiful in this Kenwood region, and Edmonds + Lee certainly took advantage of it all with their Summerhill Residence design. Situated as two mimicking buildings…

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Andersson-Wise Architects designed the Cabin on Flathead Lake for a quiet retreat above the water’s edge. This Montana residence is a small one, that sits partly on the “Matterhorn” cliff among the monstrous trees and natural vegetation. The interior and exterior walls happen to be clad in a beautiful rich wood, with much of the design…

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Floating structures are a great accomplishment, but what about a building that has withstood not only intense Serbian weather but 45 years perched upon a natural rock in a river? This Drina River Home was built in 1968 and is still perfectly situated, minus the exterior wear and tear. Located in the small town of Bajina…

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A gorgeous non-traditional place of worship by Gijs Van Vaarenbergh in Belgium, the “Read Between The Lines” Church is a gorgeous structure no matter the purpose. The entire building appears to be completely transparent, almost a figment of the imagination. Though it may not look like it, the structure is comprised of more than 30 tons…

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Focal points are crucial to design. Whether or not you’re interested in the methods and proper ways of creating a focal point in your home, it’s nice to have all of the right mixed elements to make a mood just right, or for a personal experience in your home. Mix and match to your heart’s desire…

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Reminiscent of a barn, the Lotheringen House in South Africa is a cool contemporary space that exudes a dynamic sensibility unlike any other. Designed by Emilio Eftychis, this South African home was crafted with the interplay of spaces in mind. It’s multifaceted and multi-storied with a great transition between indoors and out. Built in a type…