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This Austin Home Uses Clerestory Windows To Block The Road And Capture Light

May 8, 2026

Board-formed concrete walls, grasses, and warm wood details shape the entrance to this modern Austin home.

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A Modern Garden Room Extension Inspired By Summers Spent Under A Tree

May 8, 2026

This London extension by Turner Architects uses wood-framed windows and a sculptural roofline to bring more light and garden views into the family home.

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Inside a Former Sydney Warehouse Transformed Into a Black-Tiled Urban Home

May 7, 2026

A bold glazed black tile facade wraps this Sydney warehouse conversion by Carter Williamson Architects, extending across the front and sides of the home. The reflective surface shifts with light and surrounding greenery, turning the former industrial building into a striking urban presence.

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This Home Uses A Custom Shelf Divider To Split Two Open Living Areas

May 7, 2026

A custom wood and steel divider creates two connected living spaces, blending openness with structure and adding built-in shelving with a TV feature.

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The Living Room That Doubles as a Workspace

May 6, 2026

A living room in Taiwan that doubles as a home office, featuring a hidden desk, wood-lined bookshelves, and a sleek floating TV wall.

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A Compact Off-Grid Home With Panoramic Views Over Rural Australia

May 6, 2026

An off-grid home designed to produce its own energy, water, and waste systems in a rural setting. Spotted Gum timber cladding creates a durable, fire-resistant exterior that weathers naturally.

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