Author: MyProperty Life

The site has the typical challenges of many urban lots in Ho Chi Minh city: abutted by tall neighboring houses, small developable area relative to the clients’ program, and compromised access to daylighting and natural ventilation. Due to the height…

The undulating walls of this light-filled loft reference the building’s past life as a silk warehouse. How can you maintain the essential character of a New York City loft while trying to insert a bedroom into a seemingly impossibly narrow…

There are plenty of different ways in which aging homes can be given a smart new makeover. Often, the preferred choice is a rear extension that opens up into the rear yard and connect the interior with the world outside.…

Designed by Simon Storey of Anonymous Architects, you can rent this striking grownup treehouse for $9,000. From the outside, you might not even notice the giant tree growing straight up through the middle of this Echo Park, California home. But…

Located in the historic Oliver Cromwell Building, The W72nd penthouse inhabits the top three floors of the historic building in the Upper West Side of Manhattan. With commanding views of Central Park, it’s an awe-inspiring refuge from the frenetic pace…

A self-initiated, architect-led design-develop-build project, Tesseract house was not designed with a specific client in mind. Rather, it was conceived as a business case to prove that one can create great contemporary architecture that fulfills a demand in the marketplace,…

We have always admired the way in which modern home office have evolved from the decades of the boring cubicles to spaces that feel fun-filled and stimulating. The trend has been truly revolutionary at times with smart offices now seeming…

A natural escape that combines comfort with greenery and gorgeous views, Purunã Cabin designed by Bruno Zaitter arquiteto in Brazil is one that promises to take away your woes with ease. The cabin has been elevated above ground and sits…

Space in the Wall The thought process regarding the challenging tall and narrow structure centers around a space that flows through the building and functions as a light cone that allows daylight to pierce through all the way to the…

Sprawling across 10,000 square feet, the opulent home offers six bedrooms, 11 baths, and masterfully manicured grounds. American actor, producer, and director Rob Lowe is officially parting ways with his family residence in Montecito, California. Known as the Oakview Estate,…

The fall collections are rolling in, and we’re liking what we see! New and ongoing trends are getting the spotlight, at times with a fresh and surprising twist. Today we unveil some of our favorite pieces in the 2019 edition…

Hesselbrand reimagines a historic former horse stable with a timeless, period-sensitive renovation that blends classic Italian design with contemporary style at this dreamy Tuscan escape. A dreamy holiday getaway and artist’s retreat located in the heart of Tuscany, Villa Lena…

Whether you’re a hiker, an oenophile, or a beauty enthusiast, there’s a subscription box for you. With so many products to choose from, shopping for basic necessities like clothes and vitamins has become a daunting task. The quest to find…

Budapest's Paris Court—one of the most ornate buildings in Europe—is renovated and repurposed into a five-star hotel. Originally completed in the early 1900s during the height of Budapest’s belle epoque boom years, Paris Court (Párizsi Udvar in Hungarian, also called…

In lieu of a casserole, we propose gifting these colorful toys, soothing balms, and adorable accessories to your family, friends, and acquaintances who are totally ready to rock parenthood—but could maybe use a little help. Brooklinen Baby Swaddle Set Includes…

If you're ready for your next great adventure, these modern backpacks will take you there. Whether you’re commuting, hiking, or taking classes, our favorite picks below are stylish, affordable, and will cover whatever journey awaits. Under $50 Herschel Supply Co.…

Traditional in the front, modern in the back, this historic home ushers light in through a 14-foot glass wall. For a number of years, the small family residing in a coveted, West End Victorian in Toronto was content with their…

Eight shipping containers will be recycled into green-roofed homes for low-income residents in Aylesbury, England. London-based Fraser Brown MacKenna Architects (FBM Architects) recently secured planning permission to build eco-friendly social housing from recycled secondhand shipping containers in Aylesbury, a Buckinghamshire…