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These Twin Residences in Toronto Form One Barn-Like Shape

Combining barn aesthetics with loft-style living, Ancerl Studio transforms two dilapidated homes in Parkdale. When designer Nicholas Ancerl came across a “For Sale” sign in Toronto’s artsy, multicultural neighborhood of Parkdale, he knew the property was an opportunity for Ancerl…
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How to Use Subway Tile to Spruce Up a Kitchen

Ranging from classic to bold, subway tiles are a sure bet when it comes to outfitting your kitchen. With so many options—colorful, classic white, matte, peel-and-stick—installing subway tile in a kitchen renovation has possibilities for every sensibility and skill level.…
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4 Exceptional Prefab Homes in Missouri

These homes explore different prefabrication techniques throughout the Midwest state. Known for its beautiful rivers, national parks, and vibrant urban centers like Saint Louis and Kansas City, the state of Missouri is also home to several striking prefab and kit…
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6 Northern California Prefab Homes With Verdant Forest Vibes

Perched lightly on the land, these prefab homes celebrate the beautiful landscapes of Northern California. From secluded mountaintops to low-lying apple orchards, prefabricated residences have popped up across some of Northern California’s most beautiful landscapes. From serene weekend getaways to…
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Common House Plants with Staying Power and Style

House plants add beauty and life to a room (literally)! Throw in their air-purifying properties, and it’s hard to find a reason not to jump on the greenery bandwagon. Cultivating plants indoors takes some practice, but luckily there are plenty…
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This Mexican Lake House Is All About the Views

Estudio MMX anchors a waterfront home to its local context while maximizing the view. On a hill overlooking Lake Avándaro in Valle de Bravo—a popular weekend retreat about two hours west of Mexico City—lies the low-slung CMV House. The terrain…
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4 Prefab Companies Bringing Modular Homes to Indiana

These prefab home builders located throughout Indiana produce a wide range of residences. Looking for an affordable prefab, modular, or kit home in the Hoosier state? These four companies leverage efficient factory production to build first-rate homes—and the turnaround time…
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11 Homes That Embrace Wabi-Sabi Design

These one-of-a-kind abodes value the well-worn and the beautifully flawed above homogeneity. Striving for perfection might be a natural impulse, but the ancient Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi encourages a more liberating perspective. Grounded in Buddhism and revered tea ceremonies incorporating…