Nils Koenning

John Christensen

The house and its guest house are a composition of iconic shed volumes sited between Highway 1 to the East and the end of a cul-de-sac to the West. The Eastern façade lends a sense of privacy and protection from the highway, with a smaller entrance, high windows, and thickened wall. The exposed framing of the thickened wall creates a floor to ceiling feature for books in the living room. The Western façade, with large glass barn doors and generous windows, opens the house to the garden, The Sea Ranch, and the ocean beyond. Connecting the two façades, an enclosed central porch serves as a dual entrance and favorite gathering space. With its pizza oven and easy indoor/outdoor connections, the porch becomes an outdoor kitchen, an extension of the main living space, and the heart of the house.

Peter Zimmerman Architects // Peace Design // Audrey Hall Photography

This Dallas loft features exposed wooden ceiling beams, black railing, and dramatic clerestory windows. Surrounded by vibrant, acid green walls, the eclectic atmosphere is a marvel to behold. From the white sectional sofa and extravagant lighting, to the bright yellow ottomans, it's energetic and bold. The red area rug and chocolate couch pillows contrast with the bright shades of turquoise and green. Adorned with contemporary artwork, medallion print drapery panels and a gorgeous round mirror, this colorful creation has a little bit of everything. Photo Credit: Samantha Day

David Franck Photographie, Ostfildern

Todd Mason