Natural materials, energy-efficient design and a screened-in porch take in a stunning hillside

An architect gets carte blanche to design a sumptuous, contemporary summer home on the edge of the sea

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Nobody wanted to buy this stucco box in Los Angeles, despite the water view. But after 7 years of renovating, the owners are glad they did

Expanses of glass open up 180-degree coastal views in a sleek family home

No less stylish for all its modesty, barely there furniture for gardens, patios and decks is designed to offer a clear view of the landscape

See the big picture of how suburban developments are changing the country's landscape, with aerial photos and ideas for the future

This colorful artist’s space in Australia sits up high and opens up to inspiring views of the Queensland rainforest

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Adding an island and bumping out a bay window improve this kitchen’s layout and outdoor connection