Photo of a country exterior in Austin with wood siding.

This modern lake house is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The residence overlooks a mountain lake with expansive mountain views beyond. The design ties the home to its surroundings and enhances the ability to experience both home and nature together. The entry level serves as the primary living space and is situated into three groupings; the Great Room, the Guest Suite and the Master Suite. A glass connector links the Master Suite, providing privacy and the opportunity for terrace and garden areas. Won a 2013 AIANC Design Award. Featured in the Austrian magazine, More Than Design. Featured in Carolina Home and Garden, Summer 2015.

Linda McDougald, principal and lead designer of Linda McDougald Design l Postcard from Paris Home, re-designed and renovated her home, which now showcases an innovative mix of contemporary and antique furnishings set against a dramatic linen, white, and gray palette. The English country home features floors of dark-stained oak, white painted hardwood, and Lagos Azul limestone. Antique lighting marks most every room, each of which is filled with exquisite antiques from France. At the heart of the re-design was an extensive kitchen renovation, now featuring a La Cornue Chateau range, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, custom cabinetry, and Waterworks tile.

Country exterior in Charleston with wood siding.

Jeff Herr Photography
Photo of a beach style detached granny flat in Atlanta.

C&R Remodeling constructed this studio and home office for Linda Stewart, Interior Designer. Her carefully planned design artfully blends contemporary with Asian influences. Two sets of French doors open to the exquisitly landscaped back yard and patio area. The studio doubles as a family room and has become the couple's favorite living area. The main house connects to the studio via an open but covered breezeway. Photography by Jon Deming

Inspiration for a traditional exterior in Burlington with wood siding.

Mediterranean exterior in Austin with stone veneer and a mixed roof.

Photography: Gil Jacobs
This is an example of a large contemporary backyard patio in Boston with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and a pergola.

Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a beach style two-storey exterior in Portland Maine with wood siding.

Inspiration for a country exterior in Boston with metal siding.

Photo of a traditional backyard rectangular pool in Atlanta with a pool house.

Aker Imaging
Large traditional side yard rectangular natural pool in Houston with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Country exterior in Nashville with wood siding and a gable roof.

Design ideas for a country one-storey exterior in Boston with wood siding.

Inspiration for a country full sun formal garden in San Francisco with a garden path and gravel.

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Photo of a rooftop and rooftop deck in Bengaluru with a pergola.

This modern lake house is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The residence overlooks a mountain lake with expansive mountain views beyond. The design ties the home to its surroundings and enhances the ability to experience both home and nature together. The entry level serves as the primary living space and is situated into three groupings; the Great Room, the Guest Suite and the Master Suite. A glass connector links the Master Suite, providing privacy and the opportunity for terrace and garden areas. Won a 2013 AIANC Design Award. Featured in the Austrian magazine, More Than Design. Featured in Carolina Home and Garden, Summer 2015.

Crisp clean lines and details give the home an elegant yet understated appearance.
Large tropical two-storey stucco beige exterior in Hawaii.