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21 Mid Century Modern Ranches That Define Retro Cool

September 22, 2025

Mid century modern ranch, clean linear facade with horizontal wood paneling and large glass panels, natural tones in warm browns and neutral grays, low elongated rectangular structure, exterior composed of vertical and horizontal wood slats, subtle metal elements, wide low-pitched hip roof with deep overhangs, large fixed pane and clerestory windows, seamless glass sliding doors, integrated covered patio structure with open air seating area, concrete walkway leading to the entrance, ornamental boulders and native drought-tolerant landscaping with succulents and grasses, manicured green lawn bordering the concrete driveway, mature trees and shrubs in the lush background, foothill scenery and silhouettes of tall evergreens, tranquil suburban setting at dawn or dusk with dramatic sky coloration.

Check out our mid-century modern ranch designs, where sleek design meets the laid-back vibe of yesteryears, all while making your inner décor enthusiast do a …

21 Mid Century Modern Houses Bursting with Colorful Charm

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025

Colorful mid century modern house, flat and angled rooflines, geometric boxy structure, mixed materials of horizontal wood slats and smooth stucco, vibrant exterior colors such as teal, mustard yellow, olive green, burnt orange, black, and creamy white, large horizontal picture windows with slim black or white frames, wide glass-panel garage door, simple rectangular entry door in accent color, integrated concrete walkway, minimal front porch, neat landscaping with manicured green lawn, sculptural shrubs, and accent plant beds, mature trees in the background, clean paved driveway, picture-worthy suburban setting on a sunny day.

Check out a kaleidoscope of iconic mid-century modern houses, where clean lines meet audacious colors in a timeless dance of style and whimsy! Imagine stepping …

24 Modern Buildings With Carved Rock Facades That Will Rock Your World

September 21, 2025

A contemporary building with a carved rock facade displays a bold, vertical pattern reminiscent of basalt formations, each section of stone deeply incised to cast dramatic shadows throughout the day. Earthy ochre, rust, and gray hues dominate the surface, providing warmth against the cool blue sky. The building shapes into a series of staggered rectangular volumes, stepped both horizontally and vertically for depth and interest. Facade materials include rough-hewn sandstone panels combined with smooth, sandblasted granite accents. The slightly sloped roof features a living sedum mat that stretches to the edges, gently softening the silhouette. Operable clerestory windows are set into thick stone surrounds, allowing shards of light into the interior. The primary door is a custom-cast bronze slab with etched lines echoing the rock’s pattern. Around the entrance, a sculptural wooden pergola blends with a flagstone terrace, bordered by wild lavender and ferns. Gravel walkways wind past boulders embedded in thyme, leading visitors toward the entrance. Tall coniferous trees and a shimmering river border the property, providing natural seclusion in an alpine valley.

Check out the mind-bending artistry of modern buildings that transform solid rock facades into jaw-dropping masterpieces. Imagine walking past a building that looks like it’s …

25 A-frame House Facades That Rock Stone and Glass Elegance

September 21, 2025

A-frame house facade with stone and glass projects a crisp triangle against a backdrop of misty woods, combining stacked ledgestone cladding with ultra-clear glass curtain walls. The tones are subtly variegated, shifting from charcoal to steel blue. Its gable roof in dark graphite metal is interrupted only by small, flush skylights. The windows extend from ground to eve, with blackened aluminum mullions. The door, integrated into the glass, features a brushed aluminum pull. A short, straight flagstone path is lined with low evergreens, and the view includes a quiet, rocky creek below amidst bundles of fog-shrouded wildflowers.

Check out our A-frame house facade designs, where sleek glass meets rugged stone in a stunning architectural dance-off that’s sure to leave you googly-eyed and …

24 Red Modern Houses That Will Paint Your Imagination

September 20, 2025

Red modern house employing vertical slab geometry, its front clad in deep carmine brick alternating with glossy, flood-painted steel panels. Metric grid window placements create a graphic layout, featuring tall, thin panes edged in dark graphite. The door is a flat, oversized pivot in matching red with integral steel handle. The gable roof projects slightly past the facade, covered in dark standing seam metal. The approach is a poured concrete drive, its path inset with light granite tile borders. The small front garden features clipped evergreen hedges and a lone sculptural boulder, with glimpses of a peaceful city park in the background.

We step beyond the cookie-cutter and into bold style with red modern house designs that redefine home sweet home. If you’ve ever spotted a red …

22 Full Glass Modern House Facades Surrounded by Nature’s Embrace

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025

Full glass modern house facade in lush greenery, large floor-to-ceiling transparent glass panels, rectilinear geometric structure, steel and glass materials, flat roof, seamless glass windows with minimal frames, frameless glass doors, open paved patio area with straight stepping stones, dense green climbing vines covering upper facade and roof edges, lush manicured shrubs and bushes around the house, surrounded by tall mature trees and vibrant vegetation, natural daylight creating a serene and picturesque forested setting.

We’ve married full glass modern house facades with lush greeneries and the result is stunning. Check it out. Sipping your morning coffee, surrounded by a …

22 White Suburban Houses That Radiate Classic Charm

September 20, 2025

White suburban house, two-story facade with prominent front-facing gables and decorative trim, light gray horizontal siding with white trim, symmetrical rectangular shape with multiple bay windows, stonework base, steep dark gray shingled gable roof with dormer windows, large black-framed windows in grid pattern, white paneled front door under covered porch, classic white columns and balustrades, front steps leading to porch, minimal front landscaping with manicured shrubs and leafless winter garden beds, snow-covered lawn, concrete driveway and path, backdrop of bare trees and neighboring houses, soft sunset sky.

Check out our white suburban house designs, where the charm is timeless, the porches are endlessly inviting, and each mailbox harbors secrets waiting to be …

25 Mid Century Modern Farmhouses That Will Knock Your Socks Off

September 19, 2025

Mid-century modern farmhouse, clean white and soft beige facade, warm wood accents, rectangular single-story structure with strong horizontal lines, traditional lap siding mixed with vertical wood paneling, low-pitched gable roof in matte charcoal gray metal, expansive black-framed floor-to-ceiling windows, natural wood front door with glass panels, integrated wide front porch with wood decking, minimalist wooden posts. Pathways of geometric concrete pavers lead to the entrance, ornamental grasses, native shrubs, and structured flowerbeds surround the perimeter. The home sits in an open pastoral setting with mature trees and rolling green lawn, scenic countryside visible in the background, creating a picturesque, serene environment.

Rekindle your love for beams, simplicity, and the unmistakable fusion of back-to-the-land charm with sleek modern flair in our spotlight on mid century modern farmhouse …

23 Rich Suburban Houses That Will Make You Double-Check Your Mailbox Number

September 19, 2025

Rich suburban house, traditional multi-gabled facade with a blend of natural stone and beige siding, dark gray architectural shingle roof with multiple peaks, large double-hung and arched windows with black frames, prominent wooden double entry door with side lights, covered entry porch with stone columns, wide stone front steps, manicured green lawn, neatly mulched flower beds with trimmed shrubs and small trees, circular landscaping feature near the walkway, forested tree line in the background, clear blue sky with scattered clouds, overall secluded and picturesque suburban setting.

We’ve designed electrifying rich suburban houses where elegance dances with extravagance right at the doorstep! I’ve always wondered if rich suburban houses have a secret …

25 Cozy Suburban Houses That Scream Welcome Home

September 19, 2025

Cozy suburban house, Craftsman style facade, white painted wood siding with dark gray shingle accents, gabled roof with dark slate shingles and prominent dormers, rectangular structure with extended covered porch, white railings and classic columns, large multi-pane windows with white trim, dark wood front door with glass insert, wide porch steps, landscaped front yard with curved walkway, manicured shrubs, symmetrical flower beds, mature trees with vivid autumn foliage, dense grass lawn, picturesque suburban street setting.

Check out the coziest suburban nests we have designed to blend comfort, character, and a sprinkle of whimsy. When you think of cozy suburban houses, …

20 Japanese Beach Houses That Will Make You Want to Sell Everything and Move

September 19, 2025

japanese beach house exterior, minimalist wooden facade, natural warm wood tones with light beige plaster, rectangular structure with simple clean lines, exterior walls of timber and smooth plaster, traditional gabled roof with exposed wooden rafters, large sliding shoji-style windows with wooden frames, simple wooden sliding entry door, spacious covered wooden veranda facing the ocean, wooden deck with minimal railings, potted greenery and small shrubs at the entrance, sand and gravel landscaping, coastal vegetation with low grasses, background shows serene sandy beach meeting calm blue sea, clear sky, tranquil and inviting seaside setting.

Check out our unique Japanese beach houses, where minimalist design meets the mighty ocean in the most serene fashion. Ah, Japan—a land where the past …

25 Lakeside Cottages That Will Make You Want to Move

September 18, 2025

Cottage on the lake, rustic facade, dark natural wood and stone materials, deep brown and slate gray colors, steep A-frame structure with cross-gabled roof, large floor-to-ceiling vertical windows with black trim, river stone chimney, wooden entry door with glass panels, spacious wooden deck extending over the water, wide steps leading to the lake's edge, boulder-bordered shoreline, dense forest background, serene lake reflection, misty and lush natural setting.

Check out our lakeside cottages, where enchantment, tranquility, and perhaps a splash of duck drama await your attention. Sometimes, the best way to deal with …

25 Modern Houses Built Onto Hill Slopes for Hideaway Courtyards

September 18, 2025September 18, 2025

The facade features a bold mix of horizontal cedar cladding and charcoal-hued brickwork, the U-shaped house folding elegantly into the downward slope. The overall palette is a triad of warm browns, deep blacks, and frosty whites. The structure’s wings envelop a courtyard filled with mossy stones and river pebbles, shielded by a canopy of ancient oaks. A low-slung, slightly pitched zinc roof completes the look, while generous punched windows in asymmetrical placement capture dappled sunlight. Weathered steel doors, accented by minimalist linear handles, create striking geometric shapes. A path of concrete pavers floats above a shallow reflecting pool at the entry. The environment is lush, with terraced native plant beds rolling into the valley floor, framed by distant peaks and a carpet of green meadow.

Our modern home designs gracefully perch on slopes to make secret garden sanctuaries. These modern structures have traded the traditional picket fence for sprawling arms …

27 Black Suburban Houses That Redefine Cool

September 18, 2025

Black suburban house, modern-traditional facade with gabled rooflines and dormer windows, deep matte black exterior with dark charcoal stone accents, symmetrical two-story structure with prominent central entrance, smooth vertical siding combined with natural stone, dark asphalt shingle roofing, large rectangular paned windows with black frames, double front doors with glass inserts and sidelights, three-car garage with matching black doors, wide front steps and stone pathway, minimalistic landscaping with manicured shrubs and accent lighting, gravel driveway flanked by trimmed grass, surrounded by mature trees, dramatic clouded sky for a moody, picturesque suburban setting.

Check out our black suburban house designs, where shadows meet sophistication in a quirky design adventure! What inspired us? Imagine strolling through a suburban neighborhood, …

24 Traditional Suburban Houses That Wow and Woo

September 17, 2025

Traditional suburban house, two-story facade with gable roof, combination of tan horizontal siding and stone veneer on lower level, white trim accents, dark asphalt shingles, large double-hung grid windows with white frames, dark-colored front door with side panels, covered entry porch, concrete walkway leading to entrance, manicured lawn, colorful flower beds along foundation, neatly trimmed shrubs, background features white fence, distant evergreen trees, mountains, and blue sky.

Check out our charming traditional suburban house designs where we try to turn ordinary dwellings into timeless homes with a dollop of personality. When you …

23 Cottage Porch Designs to Cozy Up Your Life

September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

Cottage porch with a classic country aesthetic, punctuated by soft creams and gentle sage green tones, invites relaxation beneath a whitewashed wooden overhang. Weathered clapboard walls frame the space, complemented by a white picket fence wrapped in climbing roses. Underfoot, natural flagstone flooring anchors the design, lending a rustic yet polished appearance. Wicker armchairs with deep beige cushions are paired with a reclaimed wood coffee table. Enameled metal lanterns and terracotta potted lavender line the perimeter, while trailing ivy cascades from hanging baskets. A vintage wrought iron side table holds a porcelain pitcher brimming with wildflowers. Flanking the entrance, tall planters spill over with lush ferns. The porch opens onto a cottage garden bordered by boxwood hedges and dotted with hollyhocks and daisies, exuding timeless charm.

Check out our cottage porch designs, with cozy nooks, quaint swings, and enough rustic charm to twirl your tweeds await you! If there’s one thing …

24 Cottages In The Woods You Will Want To Call Home

September 17, 2025

Cottage in the woods, rustic log facade, natural wood and river stone materials, dark brown logs with pale green window trim and accents. Compact rectangular structure with a partial upper floor and gable roof. Exterior walls built from stacked horizontal logs, stone base foundation, and a prominent river-rock chimney. Gable roof covered with wooden shingles. Multiple rectangular windows with traditional grilles and mint-green frames. Simple wooden door under covered porch with log supports and timber railing. Front timber porch with natural log columns extends to a spacious wooden deck furnished with wooden chairs and small tables. Landscaping includes stone pathway, vibrant potted and bedded flowers, lush lawn, and decorative shrubs. Surrounding environment is dense green forest with tall trees, filtered light, and rich foliage, providing a serene woodland setting.

Our designs cottages in the woods transform the ordinary into something straight out of a fairy tale. I once tried to book a cottage in …

22 Beach Cottage Houses That Will Sand You to Paradise

September 16, 2025September 16, 2025

Beach cottage house, white horizontal wood siding facade, crisp white colors, compact single-story structure with a rectangular layout, simple gable roof covered in white shingles, multiple white-framed windows with divided lights, single white front door with glass panel, low white picket fence in front, concrete path leading to entrance, native dune landscaping with sandy soil, coastal shrubs and dry grasses, immediate beach setting with sand extending to the house, tall palm trees in the background, bright blue sky with scattered clouds, scenic oceanfront neighborhood.

We seas the day with our collection of cozy beach cottage gems that will make you feel like you’ve got sand between your toes but …

24 Brick Cottage Houses That Speak Volumes

September 16, 2025

Brick cottage house, steeply pitched gable roof, traditional storybook style facade, red and brown brick exterior with white trim accents, compact rectangular structure with a front gable projection, asphalt shingle roofing in dark grey, arched doorway with blue painted wood door and transom window, multi-paned casement windows with white muntins, prominent bay window under a small metal roof, short front steps with metal railing, dense foundation planting of shrubs and perennials, cottage garden in front yard, mature trees surrounding house with autumn foliage, leafy ground cover, picturesque forested suburban setting with filtered golden sunlight.

Check out our brick cottage designs that will charm your socks off and invite you into enjoy hearty architecture. If you’ve ever found yourself charmed …

19 Forest Cottage Houses That Whisper Wooden Wonders

September 16, 2025

Forest cottage house, gabled facade with exposed timber beams and light natural stone accents, soft white horizontal wood siding, asymmetrical L-shaped structure, materials include wood, stone, and glass, steep gray shingle roof, large rectangular black-framed windows, arched wooden front door with glass inset, covered entrance porch with timber posts and stone bases, wood railings leading to the entrance, simple landscaping with low bushes and rounded stones, surrounded by dense stylized pine forest, set beside a reflective pond under a clear sky.

Check out our forest cottage house designs that just might inspire your next cozy escape. I once read that living in a forest cottage house …

18 Whimsical Cottage Houses That Inspire Fairytale Dreams

September 15, 2025

Whimsical cottage house, Tudor-style facade with half-timbering and cream plaster, base of gray faux stone, lavender and pale blue accents, asymmetrical structure with tall pointy gable and round turret tower, natural wood trim, blue-green shingle roofing with steep slopes and cone-shaped turret cap, arched black wrought iron and wood front door, arched grid windows with black frames and lavender shutters featuring star cutouts, turret supported by faux sculpted tree trunk, gravel walkway leading to front, rustic log stools encircling a black firepit, naturalistic mulch and boulders in landscaped area, dense forest backdrop, sunlight filtering through tall trees, storybook woodland setting.

Whimsy meets architecture in our cottages house designs transforming ordinary homes into fairy tale wonderlands. Step off the beaten path and stumble upon a house …

23 Cozy Cottage Houses Brimming with Charm

September 15, 2025

Cozy cottage house, traditional facade, light blue horizontal wooden siding, white trim, steep gable roof in gray shingles, symmetrically placed white-framed windows with grid muntins and flower boxes, pink paneled front door with glass inserts, white wooden latticework arch over entrance, small brick porch with steps, garden path leading to door, lush landscaping with dense flower beds, vibrant green lawn, blooming shrubs with white and pink flowers, tall bushes and mature trees surrounding, picturesque cottage setting nestled in abundant greenery.

Check out our cozy fairy-tale cottage designs that’ll make your heart sing with charm! Let me confess something right off the bat: I have always …

25 Floating Tiny Houses Making Waves in Style

September 14, 2025

Floating tiny house, rustic wooden facade, weathered gray and blue tones, rectangular structure with a steeply pitched gabled metal roof, corrugated metal roofing, large windows with simple wooden frames, single wooden door with a glass inset, small covered porch with open supports, flower pots and hanging plants around the porch, exterior decking surrounds the entrance, house floats on a simple rectangular platform, dock-like deck extends around main entrance, surrounded by calm water, dense evergreen forest in the background, clear blue sky.

Say goodbye to typical apartment living and embrace a buoyant lifestyle with floating tiny houses that redefine being “anchored” forever! I never thought I’d live …

25 Modern Houses With Pond-Friendly Courtyards

September 14, 2025

Modern house built around a pond in courtyard, facade combines teal-finished zinc siding and triple-glazed curtain wall, T-form plan paralleling an elongated pond, mix of zinc, glass, and concrete for exteriors, inverted monopitch roof for maximal rainwater harvesting, frameless and oversized glazing facing the pond, custom pivot glass-and-metal doors at the threshold, polished stone patios, timber sun decks wrapping the water, waterwise landscaping with sedges and lilies, perimeter of ancient oaks, elevated plateau setting.

We’re going for the chill vibes with our house designs wrapping around courtyard ponds like grand architectural hugs. Imagine hosting a backyard BBQ, but instead …

18 Concrete Cottage Villas Crafting Modern Magic

September 14, 2025

Modern single-story house with flat and sloped roof, large windows, wooden and concrete exterior, attached garage with blue car, landscaped front yard with green grasses, bushes, and palm tree in the background, clear sky.

Enjoy our delightful concrete cottage villa designs and see how we managed to marry coziness with sleek modern lines. Concrete cottages and modern villas: two …

25 Black Barndominiums in New England’s Fall Foliage Beauty

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025

Black barndominium in New England autumn scenery aerial view, notable for its barnhouse shape finished in luminous black-painted larch boards arranged horizontally. The silhouette is a two-story gable with a protruding side wing wrapped in glass. The material mix includes matte black vertical panels and glass curtain wall. The roof is a steeply pitched black metal roof, with a single oversized dormer. Windows are expansive and arranged asymmetrically, with black-finished frames. The front entry is a modern slab door in black glass. The outdoor area features a large stone terrace partly covered by trelliswork. Landscaping offers dense banks of switching burnt-orange grasses, pale yellow sedges, and a circle of trees in various shades of red and orange. Overhead, the perspective reveals rolling hills, stone fences, and fiery tree canopies.

Experience the enchanting charm of New England’s fall canvas as black barndominiums stand boldly against a kaleidoscope of vibrant fall foliage, creating a visual symphony …

25 Stunning Farmhouses in New England Fall Foliage Colors

September 13, 2025

Farmhouse in New England autumn scenery aerial view, classic colonial revival facade with crisp white clapboard siding, accented by pristine black shutters, rectangular footprint with symmetrical elevations, structure built of traditional wooden framing and timber, steeply pitched gabled black slate roof with a single brick chimney, six-over-six double-hung windows evenly spaced, bold red front door with white pilasters and transom, wide wraparound porch with white balustrades, stone pathway leading through an expanse of manicured lawn, perimeter outlined by stacked fieldstone walls interspersed with golden-leafed maples, surrounding environment a patchwork of blazing red and orange foliage with distant rolling hills under a clear blue sky.

Feast your eyes on the breathtaking marriage of New England style farmhouses and fall’s foliage palette. If you’ve ever wondered what a pumpkin spice latte …

25 Modern Cabins in the Woods For Ultimate Autumn Bliss

September 13, 2025

Modern cabin in the woods with autumn foliage, natural wood facade with vertical planks, rich brown and warm wood tones, rectangular structure with steep gable roof, exterior in wood siding and stone, dark gray shingle roofing, large floor-to-ceiling windows with black frames, glass double door, elevated wooden deck with railing and Adirondack chairs, stone foundation and path, sparse landscaping with large rocks, dense deciduous trees with vibrant orange and yellow leaves, cabin set beside a lake with fallen leaves covering the ground, tranquil forest and water background.

We’ve created charming modern cabin designs where sleek architecture serenades the whispering woods, and every golden leaf falls into place. Ah, the great outdoors—where Wi-Fi …

24 Modern Cottages With Yellow Front Doors for Sunshine Vibes

September 12, 2025

Modern cottage with yellow front door and yellow flowers, displays crisp white clapboard siding and contrasting dark slate stone details, yellow door stands at the center, slender rectangular form, wood and natural stone combine with high performance glass, standing seam metal roof in deep green, series of symmetrical tall windows with gridded lights, the yellow front door is paneled and centered under deep overhang, perennials including yellow sunflowers and black-eyed Susans dominate borders, bluestone walkway, edged by low evergreens, setting is a lakeside clearing framed by tall willow trees.

Check out our modern cottage designs with cheery yellow front doors that create a sunny welcome like no other! Once upon a time, there was …

23 Winter Getaway Houses to Melt Your Frosty Blues

September 12, 2025September 12, 2025

Winter getaway house, minimalist rectangular facade, dark matte wood siding, black trim, compact linear shape elevated slightly from ground, large rectangular window on side, flat black metal roof, small rectangular windows on front and sides, single black framed door with frosted glass, simple front steps with black metal railings, outdoor wooden picnic table, Adirondack chairs, fire pit, moderate snow cover on ground, surrounded by tall pine and deciduous trees, dense forest setting, soft winter sunlight filtering through trees.

Check out our winter getaway house designs that promise both unmatched charm and the chance to practice your marshmallow-roasting skills in style. As the temperatures …

24 Getaway Cabins That Promise Perfect Escapes

September 12, 2025September 12, 2025

A hillside getaway cabin references mid-century design with a fieldstone and vertical fir siding facade in oatmeal and espresso hues. The rectangular layout is tiered, following the hill contour. A butterfly roof, clad in deep brown metal, soars upward. Fixed plate glass windows in walnut-stained frames supply broad views. The main door is walnut with a narrow vertical sidelight. Exterior steps of poured aggregate concrete zigzag to a cantilevered deck. Landscaping is terraced with succulents and sage. The background falls away to reveal a dramatic valley panorama.

Our charming getaway cabin designs will have you daydreaming of escaping city noise and hugging trees instead. I once thought “off the grid” meant my …

18 Winter Getaway Cabins for Cozy Escapes

September 12, 2025September 11, 2025

A lakeside winter cabin shows a facade of tawny natural stone, its irregular blocks bound with thick, visible mortar, and interspersed with inset cedar panels. The compact rectangular volume stands beneath a low gable roof of dark, ribbed metal, bent under the weight of snow. Windows are simple, double-hung, painted matte dark green, while the substantial front door is a plank of pale unstained wood, iron ring handle set dead center. A broad, stone-flagged terrace fills the lake-facing side, steps crusted with snow, and a timber dock juts out toward the white-frozen water nearby. Landscaping includes river stones ringing the foundation, visible through shallow snow, and wild grasses brown and bent around the structure. The cabin surveys a mirrored stretch of ice, distant forested bluffs setting the scene behind.

If you’re tired of winter’s relentless chill and dream of snuggling up in a toasty log cabin, check out these cabin designs. I don’t know …

25 Modern Dream Cottages With Gardens

September 11, 2025September 11, 2025

Modern dream cottage with garden, silver-gray natural stone with soft taupe horizontal wood infills, split-mass design with central void, fieldstone set beside sanded larch cladding, mono-pitch aluminum roof, large two-story glass curtain walls facing the garden, side entry panel in frosted glass, stone-paved path with wild grass tufts, beds of ornamental sage and echinacea, surrounded by rolling highland pasture with distant forest.

We’re designing dream homes where a humble abode whispers relaxation, with every corner turning heads thanks to serene gardens and genius modern architecture. Let me …

22 Luxury Cottages To Dream In

September 11, 2025

Luxury cottage, aerial view, grand log cabin facade, combination of deep red stained wood and natural stone, warm earthy tones, expansive rectangular structure with multiple gabled roofs and prominent central peak, rustic timber and stone construction, multi-level composite shingle roofing in taupe, large floor-to-ceiling windows and framed glass doors, numerous balconies with wooden railings, covered porches supported by timber columns, gazebo connected by covered walkway, broad stone patio, in-ground rectangular swimming pool, poolside loungers and umbrellas, circular hot tub, landscaped garden with decorative stone mulch, manicured lawn, mature trees surrounding property, set in a forest clearing with open field in the background, serene natural environment.

Check out the charm and opulence of our luxury cottage designs, where rustic beauty meets high-end living and offers you dreamlike spaces that could make …

23 Fairytale Inspired Modern Cottages for Happily Ever After

September 11, 2025

Fairytale inspired modern cottage in stunning scenery, irregular organic facade with natural wood beams and twisted tree-like supports, weathered timber and stone materials, warm earthy browns and deep forest greens, asymmetrical shape with curved lines and whimsical contours, large arched windows with wooden mullions, steeply pitched shingle roof blending into natural canopy, rustic wooden door with wrought iron accents, wrap-around wooden porch with hand-carved railings, snow-dusted landscaping with boulders and lush moss, dense snowy pine forest setting, soft evening light filtering through trees, enchanting secluded atmosphere.

Check out some of our whimsical designs in fairytale-inspired modern cottages. Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about living in a cottage straight out of …

23 Modern Houses With Timber Slat Cladding And Stone That Rock

September 10, 2025

Modern house showcasing a balanced facade of vertical timber slat cladding interspersed with robust stone walls in cool gray tones, the overall exterior style reflecting minimalist contemporary lines with a flat roof and sharp rectangular forms. Muted natural wood and charcoal stone provide complementary contrasts, with the timber’s golden brown hues set against pale, almost silver stone panels. The structure is distinctly L-shaped, utilizing overhanging upper stories to create sheltered patio zones beneath. The facade combines smooth timber slats running from ground to roofline, broken by large expanses of smooth-cut stonework around entry points. The roofing is a seamless expanse of dark matte metal with hidden guttering, extending slightly beyond the walls for subtle eaves. Floor-to-ceiling windows with thin black aluminum frames and one prominent glass corner section blur the boundary between interior and exterior. The main door is a flush panel of dark-stained wood with a minimalist vertical handle, set into a deep stone surround. An extended timber decking pathway leads to the entry, framed by low stone planters. Landscaping is simple and geometric, with large pavers, manicured boxwoods, and grasses along the facade. The setting is a quiet residential street, lined with young birches; the overall scene is calm, with dappled light on the house front.

Check out the rustic elegance and chic modernity of homes that brilliantly marry timber slat cladding with timeless stone. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t …

25 Front Porches With Posts That Boast Serious Curb Appeal

September 10, 2025September 10, 2025

Front porch with posts, traditional farmhouse style facade, white horizontal siding, rectangular structure, natural wood posts and beams, stone porch floor with raised stone edging, gable roof with metal sheeting and exposed rafters, double-hung white trimmed windows with grilles, white paneled door not visible but implied, black metal lantern light fixtures suspended from the porch ceiling, wooden rocking chairs, potted plants, porch leads to manicured lawn and stone pathway, landscaped with low shrubs and mulch, open yard with mature trees, rural setting, dense tree line in the background, soft natural daylight illuminating the porch.

Check out our front porch designs with posts that promise to tickle your architecture-loving fancy! Let’s talk about front porches with posts—the unsung heroes of …

25 Charming Modern Houses with Vertical Timber Slat Cladding

September 9, 2025

Modern house with vertical timber slat cladding, characterized by a curved, wave-like facade where the slats flow seamlessly around corners, stained in pale honey tones, and broken up with charcoal-gray stucco elements. The structure takes on a dynamic, elliptical form, and features a gently arched green roof. Slim, horizontal ribbon windows are integrated behind battens, and a concealed sliding glass door creates a seamless entry. A wooden boardwalk encircles the home, transitioning into a flower-dotted wild grass lawn. The environment is a coastal bluff with distant ocean views, enhanced by native dune vegetation and sculptural boulders.

See how vertical timber slat cladded facades make modern house design naturally charming. Bricks just aren’t cutting it anymore. Enter vertical timber slat cladding: the …

24 Stunning Modern Houses Built Around Trees

September 9, 2025

Modern house built around a tree in courtyard, defined by a white render facade punctuated by pale blue vertical slats that provide shade and visual rhythm. The architecture features a split-level design, visually enclosing the courtyard where a mature jacaranda blooms in vibrant lilac. Main materials are smooth stucco, powder-coated steel, and translucent glass. The roofline is a collection of staggered butterfly forms, each wing tipped with skylights. Large bi-fold doors fully open the living space to the courtyard. Oversized windows have blue-tinted glass, echoing the facade details. Outdoor space includes interconnecting terrazzo platforms circling the tree. Landscaping incorporates succulents and blue fescue, contrasting with the jacaranda’s purple hues. The setting is coastal suburban, with sea breezes visible in the movement of nearby tall grasses, and this is depicted in the bright light of midday.

We invite you to immerse yourself in the green embrace of modern architecture that not only hugs trees but showcases how our leafy friends elevate …

18 Small Houses with Front Porches That Radiate Charm

September 9, 2025September 9, 2025

Small house front porch, modern farmhouse style facade, white vertical board and batten siding, rectangular shape, smooth painted wood exterior, gable roof with dark gray asphalt shingles, black-framed rectangular windows, black single front door with glass panel flanked by a matching fixed window, covered porch with white wood posts and exposed beams, concrete porch floor, minimal railing, outdoor seating with wooden bench and chairs, small grill, gravel walkway, neatly trimmed boxwood hedges, flowering shrubs, potted topiary, manicured lawn, backyard fenced with horizontal wooden panels, surrounded by tall green trees, suburban setting, clear sky.

We argue that even a small house needs a roomy front porch. These designs change everything. Does your house suffer from Napoleon syndrome? Tiny but …

24 Cozy Scandinavian Modern Eco Cabins

November 14, 2025September 8, 2025

Scandinavian modern eco cabin, clean horizontal wood slat facade in light natural tones, minimalist rectangular structure, large floor-to-ceiling windows in black frames, low-pitched green roof with wide overhangs, simple glass front door with wood accent, spacious wood deck entrance, integrated planter boxes with native grasses and small evergreens, gravel pathway leading to cabin, surrounded by natural landscaping with moss, ferns, and birch trees, set in bright open woodland clearing, calm and modern scene.

Sleek simplicity, woodsy charm, and eco-friendly quirks join forces in the magnetic allure of our Scandinavian modern eco cabin designs! So, you want to escape …

19 Tool Sheds That Will Make You Want To Grab A Hammer

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

Tool shed, rustic facade, natural light wood vertical planks, golden brown tone, symmetrical rectangular shape with central gabled roof and two side shed dormers, construction in solid timber, prominent black metal hardware and hinges, galvanized metal roof panels sloping down, two square divided-light windows with wooden grids on either side of the central double wooden door, door with decorative metal dragonfly ornament and iron latch, two vintage red gooseneck wall lamps above windows, small wooden porch with step, potted plants on each side of entry, gravel ground cover, metal planter on left, surrounded by dense green foliage and trees in natural forest setting.

Check out how we’ve redesigned the humble tool shed and transformed it into the Swiss Army knife of your backyard paradise! Ah, the tool shed—a …

22 Japanese Porches That Will Make You Rethink Your Backyard

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

japanese porch, traditional wooden facade with exposed beams, natural wood and white plaster colors, rectangular structure with open sides, wooden posts and railings, shoji sliding windows with paper panels, gabled roof with ceramic tiles and extended eaves, sliding wooden-framed glass doors, engawa-style veranda elevated above the ground, stone step leading up, lush landscaped garden with rocks and dense green foliage, shallow stream surrounding the porch, meticulously pruned trees and bushes, tranquil garden setting.

Check out the gentle beauty and tranquility of our Japanese porch designs—where architecture meets Zen and peace finds a place to sit. I once tried …

24 Farmhouses With Front Porches That Will Make You Swoon

September 7, 2025

Farmhouse with front porch, white wood siding facade, simple rectangular shape, traditional horizontal planks, gabled roof with asphalt shingles in gray, double-hung windows with white trim, central single door painted black, covered porch supported by square columns, white railings, wide wooden steps, porch floor in natural wood tone, hanging potted ferns, lantern-style porch light, bench with cushions, limited garden beds with low greenery and potted plants, gravel walkway, neatly mowed lawn, bushes flanking porch, open rural setting with distant fields and trees, bright and natural daylight scene.

Imagine sipping lemonade under the open sky while your dog plays in an endless field—yep, front porches on farmhouses aren’t just for old rockers and …

24 Potting Sheds That Will Sprout Your Imagination

September 6, 2025September 6, 2025

Potting shed, cottage-style facade with dark gray painted shingle siding, rectangular compact structure, wood construction, steep gabled roof with dark shingles, multiple grid-style wood framed windows, single wood door with windows, decorative trim over the entrance, metal flower buckets mounted under windows, trellised vines climbing up the side, dense landscaping with flowering plants and shrubs, lush green garden setting surrounded by trees and foliage.

Check out our potting shed designs and find out how these humble hideaways can transform your gardening game and sanity with delightful results. So, let’s …

20 Men Shed Bars As the Ultimate Backyard Escapes

September 6, 2025September 6, 2025

Man shed bar, rustic industrial facade, dark corrugated metal siding, warm natural wood accents, rectangular compact structure, materials of corrugated steel and distressed timber, peaked gabled roof with exposed trusses and unfinished wood, narrow horizontal windows with metal trim, single solid industrial-style door, covered front entry with wood and metal detailing, steel bar counter out front, minimal hardscaped seating area with metal stools, concrete or patterned tile walkway, sparse landscaping with gravel or wood chips, rural or suburban setting with open surroundings, casual relaxed scene.

Check our our designs of man caves with backyard shed bars, where lawnmowers are out and lagers are in. Imagine a place where the lost …

24 Modern Front Porches That Wow Neighbors and Deliver Curb Appeal

September 5, 2025

Modern front porch, white shiplap facade, crisp white color palette, rectangular entryway, wood siding, dark gray framed glass door, transom window above door, large side window with white trim, black porch flooring in wide planks, beadboard porch ceiling, two black metal lantern sconces flanking the door, white classical columns, black rattan hanging chair with rope, striped and white cushions, galvanized metal planters with green foliage, minimal railing, clean lines, simple landscaping, neat urban or suburban setting.

A home’s first impression with our stylish modern porch designs will make even the most aloof squirrels stop and stare. My front porch is where …

22 Coastal Cottage Houses That Make You Want to Trade Your Suit for Sandals

September 6, 2025September 5, 2025

Coastal cottage house, symmetrical facade, classic coastal style, horizontal light blue siding with white trim, wide rectangular structure, concrete and wood materials, low-pitched hip roof with gray shingles and a central dormer, standing seam metal accent roof above porch, large grid windows with white frames, double front door with glass panels, covered front porch with square white columns, two large potted plants flanking entrance, dense coastal landscaping with green shrubs and succulents, paved walkway, palm trees and sparse coastal vegetation, distant ocean visible, bright clear sky.

Check out our coastal cottage house designs and see how their quaint, sea-weathered beauty can magically transport you to a sun-kissed shoreline right from your …

24 Cozy Modern Cabins In Autumn’s Embrace

September 5, 2025

Cozy modern cabin in autumn scenery, with a facade rendered in split-faced stone on the lower story and natural larch timber above, highlighted with matte copper seams. Earthy gray, honey, and subtle russet dominate. The form is a shallow U, embracing a courtyard. Materials include split stone, larch, and copper. The roofline is flat with deep eaves. Glass wall panels and pivoting larch doors open onto the courtyard. Terraced stone paths wind toward the entry, cutting through beds of fiery ornamental grasses and golden hostas. The setting is ringed by sugar maples and wide-limbed hickories, the ground blanketed in fallen leaves beneath.

Embrace the charm of fall as we whisk you away to delightful modern cabins nestled within a kaleidoscope of autumn’s finest scenery. Fall is upon …

22 Cottagecore Houses That Will Make You Want to Become a Forest Dweller

September 5, 2025

Cottagecore house, symmetrical facade, rustic timber columns and white plaster walls, natural wood and cream color palette, rectangular two-story structure with a steep gabled roof, wooden shingles, large multi-pane windows with window boxes full of bright flowers, white double doors with glass panes, wraparound wooden porch with stairs on the left, climbing vines and floral arrangements adorning railings and roofline, lush landscaping with shrubs, grass, and scattered blooms, set in a clearing surrounded by dense green forest under clear daylight.

Check out our cottagecore house designs, where cozy meets quirky and we show you how to capture that magic! You, me, and a cozy cottage …