"So this is one of the only porches on building two that has remained open air for its entire history. And as a result, it needed a lot of work," Thompson said. "In particular, these spindles, which we had hand turned, by a local craftsman. And we actually found some of the original spindles elsewhere in the building. So we had those restored and then the columns themselves."
The original A-frame, with its steeply pitched roof and cozy woodland vibe, had all the charm of 1980s vacation architecture. But it needed more space for a young family looking to escape city life and reconnect with nature on weekends. Rather than fighting against the distinctive character of the original structure, Kumiki's design team embraced it. The extension follows the same A-frame logic, repeating the rhythm of those dramatic triangular forms across two stories.
Bindloss Dawes Architects has completed a unique zero-carbon eco house created from the adaptive reuse of a former tractor shed on the edge of the idyllic village of Nether Compton in Somerset. The project embodies qualities central to Bindloss Dawes' approach: agricultural architecture, contemporary design, and exemplary environmental performance. The result is a home that feels both spacious and intimate.
Deciding to renovate a listed building adds in a whole other level of skill and determination, not just from you, but from your professional team too. Whether it's the mysteries you uncover, the damage you find, or the planning constraints that can make design and purchasing more time consuming and costly, it's not a journey to take without gaining some understanding of just what's involved.
Every meal deserves to be cooked with love, which is why pink is the perfect shade for a kitchen - a colour that evokes joy, fun and passion. This pretty shade is having a major revival, but this time, it's stylish, considered and grown-up, as seen in these pink bathroom ideas.
Triangle House, shortlisted by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), reimagines a once-awkward Surrey plot with a geometric, terracotta-clad extension that folds and angles to make the most of its unusual shape. The design draws heavily on Caribbean aesthetics: bright tones, breezy transitions between spaces, and a garden the homeowners lovingly describe as "Club Tropicana." Aqua-blue stone columns form the structural rhythm of the extension, giving the house its instantly recognisable look.
One thing about me: I love a feature that fills a home with character. Wood-paneled ceilings? Yes! Sunken living rooms? Sign me up! Crown molding? Please, please, please! The house my parents moved into after I graduated college is a split-level ranch meets mid-century modern home in Texas that isn't overwhelmed with this level of character but does have some very fun quirks - including a pocket door that leads to one guest bathroom.
Bergen's former "weird corner" sat within the large, open room in her 1920s Edwardian San Francisco apartment that serves as both her dining and living areas. "What I didn't like was how impractical it felt; it was wasted space," she says. "What I did like was the potential - the corner was tucked, naturally cozy, and I could imagine it becoming a perfect little nook with the right design ... I wanted to honor [my home's] charm while giving it a modern, folk-inspired twist."
And so Kohler's Black Friday sale likewise thinks big, offering discounts on life-changing bathroom and kitchen installations. Enter the promo code BFCM25, and you'll get 5 percent off bath and kitchen orders above $800, and 10 percent off orders bigger than $1,600. Depending on the size of the kitchen or bathroom renovation you're gifting yourself for the holiday season, this can add up to a discount of hundreds of dollars.
A staircase isn't just a way of getting from one floor to another. It's often one of the first things you'll see when you walk through the door, and in many homes, it's an architectural feature. Changing its position can completely alter how a house feels, but as with all major alterations, before you grab the sledgehammer or call in a carpenter, it's worth understanding what's really involved.
Choosing the right tiles is essential in transforming a bathroom. They can enhance a space with style and substance, foster a calming atmosphere, and make a bold design statement. However, it's all about personal taste. What works for one person won't be the perfect choice for someone else. That's why we've selected seven different retailers to broaden your options. Choosing tiles to match your bathroom design ideas will be easier, and you can browse from the comfort of your own home.
Architectural space has long been framed by permanence: rooms for fixed functions, facades that clearly define where exterior ends and interior begins. Yet contemporary life is defined by overlap and transition: between work and living, interior and exterior, privacy and community. Spatial needs evolve continually, demanding architecture that can respond, adapt, and remain relevant over time. In this context, adaptability has emerged not only as a design ambition but as a sustainable necessity.
Mountain House, which is home to the new accommodations, unveils four room categories: Forest King Rooms come with a view of the pines; Mountain King Rooms face tree-framed slopes; and Mountain Studio Suites have loft-style layouts and wide views over Windham Mountain. The Pine Suite links a Forest King and a Mountain King to form a spacious accommodation that works well for families or groups. Guests also have access to a new wood-barrel sauna.
Or at least that's what's supposed to happen, as the end result is not really what was suggested in the early concept image sent to other publications. The impression would be of a simmering, partially translucent screen that would be lit from behind. To show off the church through a veil. In fact, it's a painted fabric hung over scaffolding and lit from the outside by a handful of spotlights at the bottom.
If you're wondering what a block print is, it's a pattern with a repeating image usually staggered across a single sheet. Traditionally, these types of papers were printed by hand using hand-carved block prints, but now they're usually digitally printed. In fact, block print was the first wallpaper produced, back in the 17th century, which gives its modern counterpart a historic charm.
