american houses

Welcome to our selection of American houses, a carefully curated collection that spotlights the remarkable minimalistic and contemporary architecture found across the United States. This category highlights homes that exemplify the distinctive fusion of elegant simplicity, modern design, and diverse regional influences that shape the American architectural landscape.

Dive into a world of stunning residences, from urban masterpieces to tranquil rural retreats, each reflecting the unique combination of innovation and functionality that defines American design. The projects showcased on this page pay tribute to the country’s architectural heritage while embracing forward-thinking approaches and sustainable practices.

Explore the creations of esteemed architects and emerging talents who craft spaces that exude comfort, style, and practicality, seamlessly blending into their captivating surroundings. Join us as we journey through the inspiring realm of American minimalistic and contemporary architecture, celebrating the exceptional homes that define it.

Ft Greene Townhouse

Reimagining a 19th-Century Brooklyn Townhouse as a Humanist Canvas for Modern Living Imagine stepping into a home that feels like…

6 months ago

Bed-Stuy Townhouse

An 1881 three-story townhouse, gorgeously renovated, redesigned and expanded with living spaces that marry historical details and contemporary design. Located…

7 months ago

The Rambler

A rambler-style house designed with black brick screen walls that filter the light and extend the living spaces into a…

9 months ago

Maison Ferndale

A sophisticated yet laid-back weekend home designed with eclectic interiors that open to views of a lush garden and the…

12 months ago

Onyx Court Apartment by GRT Architects

A Passionate Revival of a Historic Manhattan Apartment Nestled in the vibrant East Village of Manhattan, New York, lies a…

1 year ago

House, Some of This, Some of That

A highly imaginative design that uses nine T-shaped concrete volumes to define open-plan living spaces. Chicago-based, award-winning practice Kwong Von…

1 year ago

A TriBeCa Apartment with Whimsy and Refined Spaces

A renovated apartment designed with a play of mirrored and transparent surfaces. NYC-based architect Andrea Leung has renovated a historic…

1 year ago

The Middle Half House

A 1962 house in California, stunningly redesigned with an open-plan central space that spills onto terraces and decks. Built in…

1 year ago

Hairpin House

A 19th century brick house, redesigned with warm, minimalist interiors and a sculptural staircase. Boston-based architecture firm Studio J. Jih…

1 year ago

Boathouse in San Juan Islands

A contemporary boathouse that follows sustainable architecture principles. Built at the threshold between a rocky hillside and water in the…

2 years ago

Hemlock Ave. House

A home designed with extra-tall corner windows and sliding doors that merge indoor and outdoor spaces. Designed by Jamie Chioco,…

2 years ago

Flatiron Penthouse

A redesigned apartment located in a historic department store building in Manhattan. Located on 5th Avenue, Flatiron District, NYC, this…

2 years ago

Void House

A house transformed with re-inhabited voids and a closer connection to nature. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac…

2 years ago

Camp Frio

A family retreat designed with three volumes that enclose a grassy courtyard. Located in the city of Leakey, Texas, this…

2 years ago

Marfa Suite

An extension that takes inspiration from vernacular architecture and a desert landscape. An addition to an existing home, the Marfa…

2 years ago

Island Cabins

Two timber cabins designed to be as sustainable and eco-friendly as possible. Located in a woodland in the Pacific Northwest,…

2 years ago

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