In The Dunes House

US firm Caleb Johnson Studio have transformed a traditional coastal home in Maine into a modern sanctuary. Occuping a beachfront site overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the airy cedar-clad coastal dwelling sits atop timber stilts, allowing the landscape to flow under the house. The home has two simple gabled structures that connect via a central stairway, and the open area at ground level serves as a carport. A neutral color palette was used throughout the dwelling, these include white oak cabinetry and flooring, marble countertops, blue and cream bathroom tiles, black granite stairway landings, and lots of wood. It still stays true to its beachy vibe, with natural colors, light walls, and plenty of windows to look out onto the glassy ocean.

HOOD CANAL BOATHOUSE

Located along the Hood Canal, a scenic waterway in northern Washington, this stunning retreat is the reimagination of an existing boathouse that had no windows, one door, and no charm. It was transformed into a cozy space by the Hoedemaker Pfeiffer architecture studio, whom aimed to create a building that engaged the landscape and provided a warm and comfortable atmosphere indoors. The beautiful cabin features a loft space accessed by a retractable ladder so the bui...
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JUPE PORTABLE SHELTER

Developed by former Testa and SpaceX designers, these tiny urban escape pods are now available to preorder. Glamp wherever you want this summer with the Jupe Portable Shelter, a 111 square feet dwelling with enough room for a queen-size bed, a desk, chair, and ottoman. The sides are made of fire-resistant canvas, while the floor is wood tiling. The front window can open into a large panorama to take in views. Each unit comes with solar panels, a 200 Ah battery syste...
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This Cabin Opens Completely to the River

Set along the Sazava River, in the Czech Republic, the Riverside Cabin by Mimosa Architekti is a compact retreat shaped as much by what remains as by what was rebuilt. After a fire reduced the original structure to its stone base, the new design builds directly on that plinth, using it as both foundation and protection against flooding. The contrast between old and new defines the project. A lightweight timber structure sits above the heavy stone base, creati...
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