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Woodhouse 2.0

We have featured some amazing retreats over the last couple of years, but none as special as this dreamy escape nestled amongst the dense pin oak forests of Long Island, New York. The circular den was envisioned by Marchi Architects, it is distributed over two levels, a ground and basement floor, and is constructed from natural materials such as vertical wood slat cladding and smooth concrete, respecting the essence of the landscape. The unique house is accessed from the driveway leading to the basement garage or from parking on the roof and descending into the house by one of the glass circular light wells. There is also a centralized courtyard space that is entirely glazed, obscuring the boundary between the interior living space and the hidden central space, plus a large swimming pool projecting towards the tree line, and accommodation for 3-5 bedrooms and multiple entertaining spaces.



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WENATCHEE RIVER CABIN

The Wenatchee River Cabin is a study in restraint done right. Designed by Wittman Estes, this compact one bedroom retreat sits quietly along the Wenatchee River at the edge of Washington’s Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest. Built from concrete and steel, the cabin balances durability with a deep respect for its surroundings, offering a basecamp for a life shaped by nature rather than possessions. Elevated ten feet above the ground on concrete columns, the stru...
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PLUS HUS

Whether you need a backyard office, a guest house, a gym or a kids playroom, the Plus Hus gives you 320 square feet to be customized almost any way you see fit. The low waste 320-square foot unit is pre-fabricated, flat-packed and can be delivered to anywhere in the States, and assembled on-site. The environmentally friendly dwellings are available in three different configurations that can include a bathroom and kitchenette. Included with each abo...
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SURREAL BEACH HOUSE IN DRAMATIC ENVIRONMENT - Image

SURREAL BEACH HOUSE IN DRAMATIC ENVIRONMENT

Knowned has the Slaughterhouse Beach House, its located close to a well-known surfing spot in Maui and was designed by Olson Kundig Architects. Three "huts” were combined in order to complete this residence, each with their well defined purpose: living space, guest rooms and a general sleeping area. The landscape looks amazing and at a first glance the pictures could give the impression that perhaps the construction is not real....
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