In this video, we look at modern house ideas that stand out in 2023. The designers of these modern houses do a great job at ...

Modern architecture is the architectural style that dominated the Western world between the 1930s and the 1960s and was characterized by an analytical and functional approach to building design.

Some would say it's the fresh air, peace and quiet, and some the constant closeness to nature; nonetheless, we all agree there’s something unique about the countryside. As you step inside a farmhouse, ...

Humans are psychologically wired to prefer curved, soft forms, which our brains associate with safety, calm, and nature. In contrast, sharp, angular (or rectilinear) designs can trigger a mild, ...

Besides providing external protection, natural ventilation, insulation and energy efficiency, the presence of façades enhances the building’s personality and character. Among the different types of ...

In a remarkable convergence of creative genius and technological advancement, some of the world’s most acclaimed works of architecture were built in a period of just 20 years. This period, from ...

In the Czech Republic, Na Kukačkách is an elegant upgrade of the region's traditional chalet typology ...

The Aluminaire House drew crowds, and ridicule, in 1931. After several moves and a brush with demolition, it has found a home in Southern California. By Jori Finkel Reporting from Palm Springs, Calif.

This Mid-century modern house features Brazilian oak vaulted ceilings, a sunken living room and a backyard pool courtyard. Mid-century modern works best where the air is hot. It doesn't matter if the ...

Designer Chandler Prewitt blends natural materials and earthy hues together for a sophisticated take on Southwestern style. With offices in Santa Fe and Denver, the firm crafts personalized and ...

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Architecture, Media, and Climate -- Part I: The Globalization of the International Style -- Obstacles -- Risks ...