Distinguished Goods For The Savvy Individual
After nearly 30 years, Tom Cruise is parting ways with his Colorado estate. The Hollywood icon bought the property in 1994 and custom-built the 10,000 square foot main house at the base of a mountain. Tucked in a grove of aspen trees at the end of a mile-long driveway, the […]
Situated on the shore of the Isle of Skye, the Black H House is designed to connect guests with Scotland’s rugged coastline. The contemporary retreat doesn’t compete with the dramatic landscapes and opts for a clean, simple design and dark exterior that settles into the scenery. Its interior mirrors the […]
Converted from a former garage, this loft in Lyon, France is a worthy abode for both design and car enthusiasts. The 2,163-square-foot residence showcases its industrial roots with exposed brick walls and wood beam ceilings. Floor-to-ceiling steel frame windows add to the aesthetic while flooding the opening living space with […]
With a monochrome exterior, the Federal House sits like a void in the Byron Bay hinterland of Australia. The two-story residence is dressed in black from head to toe, casting a geometric shadow on the verdant landscape. Its timber slat upper level rests on a concrete pedestal partially submerged in […]
Tucked in the trees at the edge of a Czech forest, the Ore Mountain Chalet is an angular weekend retreat inspired by its surroundings. The exterior’s abstract silhouette is formed as a lookout tower with a classic steep roof to support the snow load during winter months, while a cutout […]
Occupying a former landscape nursery in Southampton, the Windmill Lane House is a tribute to the East End’s agricultural heritage. Designed by Jack Ceglic, the 3,660-square-foot home references the area’s farming communities with a shed-like exterior clad in dark standing-seam steel. In contrast, the inside boasts a bright, white palette […]
Organized around a rice patty field 800 meters above sea level, the Dianjiang Bagu·Suji Hotel offers guests a unique stay with unparalleled views. The property consists of a cluster of buildings situated in a U-shape, preserving the natural paddy field while maximizing the views. Its 25 rooms are contained in […]
When planning a project for Qatar, ordinary won’t do. That’s why Hayri Atak Architectural Design Studio pulled out all of the stops when they envisioned the Eco-Floating Hotel. The ambitious project extends from the shore of the Arab country and rests on the surface of the Persian Gulf. Its circular […]
Nested between 115 trees, the Truckee Forest House is a direct response to its rugged Northern California surroundings. The dwelling uses a simple rectangular footprint to reduce the impact to the site, allowing the neighboring Jeffrey and sugar pine to seclude the home with their towering trunks. A three-inch thick […]
Planned by a group of vacation rental vets and situated just 25 minutes from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, Nomad’s Pad is an Indiegogo campaign promising a unique clamping experience. The 20-acre property will be home to 10 off-grid, temperature-controlled glass pyramids offering unfettered views of the night […]