Sustainable design has many facets. Whether it's incorporating unique architecture that maximizes light exposure, furnishing with reclaimed materials, or reducing carbon emissions with green power, these houses showcase the best in innovative eco practices and stunning design. Many of them are also fittingly located in breathtaking environments, where farmlands, seashores, and jungles complement Read more

Known for his minimalist modern architectural designs that cater to the Hollywood elite, Los Angeles-based architect Steve Hermann completed the Glass Pavilion, a home he's referred to as his "opus," nearly two years ago. While he originally planned on building the house for himself, he quickly placed the home on the market for a staggering $35 million. The home is built on three-and-a-half Read more

This week I'm inspired by houses that seem to disappear into their environment — or contrast sharply with it. Check out five spaces that embrace their particular landscapes in subtle and overt ways when you keep clicking. Read more

Catskill Farms, a designer and builder of traditional homes, offers the best of both worlds — new, modern homes with an old, charming feel. Located in Upstate New York, the cottages focus on simple, traditional country living mixed with more current design elements. Let's take a peek inside one of the quaint mountain getaways for some classic-meets-contemporary inspiration. Photos courtesy of Read more

Last night at the Golden Globes, one of my favorite series, Downton Abbey, won the award for best television miniseries, and in my opinion, it couldn't be more well deserved. If you're not familiar with the series, Downton Abbey meticulously traces the lifestyle of an aristocratic English family just before and during World War I, as well as the family's staff of servants, all of whom are Read more

This week, I'm looking around the world for lovely outdoor features. From a lush pocket garden in the middle of the big city to a home across the world that seamlessly blends indoor-outdoor living, there are plenty of places that will inspire you. Let's take a look! Read more

This week, my mind is wandering toward snowy places and pretty holiday views. While we don't have snow in the Bay Area, I'm finding myself dreaming of snowy sledding hills and frosted windows. Let it snow! Read more