The site was selected for its unique character, year around recreation and proximity to Seattle. The topography is extremely steep. Sloping down continuously from the road to the water, the site drops 54 feet over 126 feet in distance. The … Continue reading →

light & form ecological contemporary interpretation simplicity counterpoints raised lawna shared modernist vocabulary frames and planes The space is located on the 10th floor penthouse level of a loft conversion of an abandoned warehouse, which is a national historic landmark … Continue reading →

West Village – One-of-a-kind, elegant and spectacularly designed four story, extra-wide townhouse that has been featured in The New York Times. Located on a discreetly quiet street in the best West Village neighborhood, this property is enhanced by access to … Continue reading →

The main drawbacks of roof gardens and balconies are the strong winds and sunshine they are generally subjected to. Take advantage of any existing protection, such as walls or fences. If erecting trellis or screens ensure that any fixings are … Continue reading →

A STRIKING college building with an unmistakable twisted steel structure above its roof terrace has been short-listed for a top architectural accolade. The Ben Pimlott building in New Cross has made it to the shortlist of the Royal Institute of … Continue reading →

Designed in the manner of an elegant private residence, the award-winning Peninsula Beverly Hills is a highly personalized luxury hotel in the heart of Beverly Hills. The property features 36 suites and 16 villas nestled in lush gardens. All guest … Continue reading →

The view out the south-facing windows of Maria McVarish’s penthouse-style, loft apartment in San Francisco’s Hayes District might have been the square, prosaic roofs of the buildings across the street. Instead, McVarish enjoys a landscape mimicking the rolling hills of … Continue reading →

Gardens on roofs are pretty, a cool perq and maybe a cure for what ails us It’s hot up here. Standing on the roof of the John Street Pumping Station behind the Skydome, the view for miles is concrete and … Continue reading →

Check out the BB Real Lives website at www.bbclick.com/intro.html It tries to help children who are dealing on a day to day basis with the issues surrounding bullying. It features a house with different interactive levels, the top one The … Continue reading →

Rooftop of the American Banknote Building in Hunts Point will be transformed into a meadow complete with grass, wildflowers and other plants when a green roof is installed in May. The idea of a rooftop garden evokes images of high-life … Continue reading →