Houses By Design

Greek Revival-Inspired Renovation
This two-unit home renovation with added dormers preserves the past while creating a modern interior.
High-Performance Wall of Windows
The functional areas of this lakeside home all have an unobstructed lake view while still maintaining excellent energy efficiency.
1912 Craftsman Renovation
The renovation team figured out how to maintain historical details while updating this home to meet current needs.
Small But Versatile Second-Floor Addition
With this renovation, the goal was to take the space occupied by a little-used second-floor deck adjacent to an art studio and incorporate it into the rest of the postmodern shingle-style house built in 1995.
Solar Shingles in Austin
A Tesla roof powers this five-bedroom Texas home and then transfers extra energy to the power grid.
Balancing Density and Privacy in Los Angeles
Four 2200-sq.-ft. detached homes provide flexible open-plan housing on this Los Angeles block.
Combining Design Aesthetics for an Island Home
This home on Whidbey Island, Wash., marries an old farmhouse feel with more modern elements.
Modern and Geometric Home in New England
Comprised of three simple, triangular forms, this minimalist Vermont house is infused with character and culture.
Innovative Design in Affordable Housing
A barbell layout comfortably organizes this small, single-family home into its extremely narrow footprint.
Sustainable Home in the Twin Cities
This net-zero home achieves a low carbon footprint with recycled, inexpensive, and energy-efficient details.

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