The Chapman House
Discover a stunning mid-century modern home designed in 1959. Featuring bold asymmetrical design, unique materials like cork walls and textured stucco, and breathtaking views stretching from the Hollywood sign to the Pacific Ocean. Link to Design Story Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
The Wy Ranch House
Explore the Wy Ranch House, a mid-century modern gem in North Fork, California. Designed in 1961 by John Rex, this unique home combines modernist and Japanese-inspired architecture with natural materials, blending seamlessly into its serene surroundings. Link to Design Story Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
A modern farm house
Step into this thoughtfully designed modern farmhouse, blending natural cedar siding, concrete floors, and large windows that showcase beautiful views. Built with care and connection to the landscape, this home is a perfect example of functional and timeless design. Link to Design Story Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
Montgomery Ward Penthouse
Explore the historic Montgomery Ward Penthouse in Chicago, blending old-world charm with modern updates. Originally built in 1895, this 6,400-square-foot, four-level penthouse features 25-foot-high ceilings, limestone-clad walls, and a great room once an open-air terrace. Updated interiors include a sleek kitchen, a library with a skylight, and multiple terraces offering panoramic views of Lake Michigan […]
Farmworker’s House
Located in Cornwall, this L-shaped courtyard house features thick clay block walls, textured lime renderings, and a Douglas Fir roof. Designed for simplicity and functionality, the home integrates with its rural setting, allowing livestock to graze nearby. Link to Design Story Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
Nakikitira House
Discover Nakikitira House, an eco-friendly sanctuary in Happy Valley, built with traditional Filipino materials like local wood and a cogon grass roof. Designed to blend seamlessly with nature, this home embraces sustainable living and a harmonious connection with its surroundings. Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
Cocoon House
Explore the Cocoon House, designed by Nina Edwards Anker of Nea Studio. Located in Long Island, this eco-friendly home combines Scandinavian-inspired curves, passive house principles, and LEED-certified materials. Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
Chateau d’Haroué
Explore Château d’Haroué, an 18th-century architectural marvel in Lorraine, France. Featuring 365 windows, 52 chimneys, and 12 towers symbolizing the calendar, this historic estate blends elegance, ingenuity, and French heritage. Discover its stunning interiors, gardens, and unique history. Link to Design Story Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
Open Sky House
Explore Open Sky House in Tokyo’s Suginami-ku, designed by architect Zajirogh. This compact home features an open-air courtyard, flexible spaces, and boat-inspired efficiency to suit a family of five. Link to Design Story Visit Memar Blog for more resources.
Restored 1924 Spanish Hacienda
Explore Matt Winter’s restored 1924 Spanish Hacienda in Beverly Hills. This historic home blends classic Spanish architecture with modern updates, featuring wood-burning fireplaces, vintage tiles, and reclaimed materials. A stunning example of thoughtful restoration across an acre of hillside. Visit Memar Blog for more resources.