Although Canada is a highly urbanized country, there are also plenty of cabins, retreats and beautiful houses that take advantage of the wild landscape. There are a lot of forests, mountains and tundra regions which have inspired architects to create amazing structures that adapt to their surroundings and bring the outdoors in. Let’s check out…
Somehow, the idea of living in a concrete house doesn’t sound that appealing and that’s because of the cold nature of this material. Concrete is not warm or soft or pleasant to the touch like wood is for example and that gives it a bad reputation in a certain sense. But what we don’t take…
Not everything goes according to plan, especially when taking on a big project. However, sometimes that works out for the better, like in the case of the project done by studio Porto Quadrado in 2018. Originally, the plan was to build a vacation home which was to be shared by three families. However, the beautiful…
This is a set of seven residences located in the Guimarães region of Portugal. The entire development was designed and built by architecture studio Grupo Zegnea. You can check out the amazing photos taken by João Morgado below, depicting the wonderful relationship between the houses and their natural surroundings as well as between each other….
Glass front doors are controversial with many people being concerned about privacy and security and yet we see them everywhere. They’re very popular on contemporary houses and that mostly has to do with the looks. Glass front doors definitely have a lot of style and add curb appeal to houses. They look very clean and…
A pergola is a garden feature which is used to created a shaded sitting area or walkway and which can either be a standalone structure is an extension of a building. A lot of contemporary homes have pergolas and we’re very curious to see how the designs have been adapted to suit the style and…
The front door says a lot about your home even if you don’t realize it. By being aware of that you can use it in your favor. A farmhouse-style front door, for example, can make your house look more inviting and welcoming, more like the cozy home that it really is. If you like the…
What does a typical Nordic house look like? We can all guess that it would most certainly have a simple aesthetic, with a modern yet also timeless look. However, when it comes to specifics, it’s best to have a look at some actual houses and see what makes them stand out. With that in mind,…
This beautiful beachfront property in Costa Rica features not just one but two amazing houses. They were designed and built in 2018 by studio LSD Architects and they’re surrounded by trees and lush vegetation. One of the houses called Casa Sare has a V-shaped floor plan and sits on the flattest section of the site…
Dogs are extraordinary pets which many take into account to be a part of the household. Their loyalty and pleasure are wonderful and contagious they usually deserve our respect and in addition their very own little home the place they’ll chill and really feel protected and comfy. A DIY canine home generally is a enjoyable…
When looking for the best color to paint the exterior of your house, it’s not likely that anyone is going to suggest black. For accent trim, sure, but for the whole house? Yes! Black can be an amazing color for the outside of a home, especially on modern and contemporary styles. Often the exterior of…
A house with a black exterior is like a little black cocktail dress: Suitable for any occasion or location. Seaside, tucked away in the mountains or elsewhere, a home with black cladding will never shrink into the background. It stands out against the landscape, almost as an extension of the dark earth. Infused with drama…