Distinguished Goods For The Savvy Individual
Nestled in a Norwegian forest just a 20-minute walk from Odda, the Woodnest Cabin offers the unique experience to dwell in the canopies. The timber treehouse, designed by Helen & Hard Architects, is anchored to the trunk of a living pine almost 20 feet off the ground. A small bridge […]
Anchored to a hillside in Virginia, the Lost Whiskey Cabin is designed for slowing down. The weekend retreat blends Scandinavian design and the rugged countryside with a sleek, all-concrete construction. Internally, the exposed cement walls and floors create a minimalist atmosphere while steel-frame windows highlight views of the rural landscape. […]
Indiana Frank Lloyd Wright fans have reason to celebrate. One of the architect’s designs is on the market in the lakefront Ogden Dunes community. Built in 1939, the 3,669-square-foot dwelling follows the Usonian principals and features some of Wright’s signatures including wide angels and finger-jointed brick corners. Its two-story interior […]
Located on China’s Mount Tai, the Jiunvfeng Bubble Pool aims to draw urban dwelling to the rural village and renew the area. The complex consists of three curved buildings — a changing room, pool, and fitness center — with their sculpted forms contrasting the wooded hillside with a metallic white […]
Designed by architect Henrik Bull in 1956, the Belvedere Island House embraces its topography and takes advantage of the views. The timber-clad dwelling is suspended on a hillside on California’s Belvedere Island. Fully renovated, the mid-century modern shell envelopes a tasteful selection of sleek, contemporary finishes and modern amenities. West-facing […]
Built in the 1800s and decommissioned around the ’50s, Spitbank Fort is a unique piece of military history turned boutique retreat. It was purchased in 2009 and fully renovated, transforming the spartan outpost into a property with nine guest suites, a bar, a restaurant, a wine cave, a rooftop terrace […]
After their residence was destroyed by the Fourmile Canyon Fire in 2010, the homeowners decided to rebuild again on the charred landscape. The Sunshine Canyon House is situated on a steep slope, once occupied by a mining company. Drawing inspiration from the site’s heritage, the dwelling features a rusty corrugated […]
Situated on 23 acres of rocky coastline, the Timber Cove resort revives a 1960’s getaway for the modern Sonoma hippie. The 46-room hotel retains its rustic charm and mid-century vibes throughout the common areas with warm timber interiors, vintage-inspired furniture, and the original stone fireplace. Along with an on-site restaurant, […]
Designed by Swatt / Miers Architects, this contemporary California house is situated on 3.7 rural acres in Portola Valley. The concrete, glass, and wood volume is laid out in an L-shape, forming a private central courtyard with a 75-foot infinity pool and sculptural sunshade. The sprawling 7,965 square-foot interior features […]
Merging modern materials with traditional construction, the Heritage 9.9 from Castagnola Yacht works as both a short-range cruiser and a tender for larger vessels. At the heart of the design is a traditional wooden deep-V hull that’s coated in a thin layer of epoxy-infused carbon fiber that makes it both […]