Always a source of inspiration and envy, the architecture of New York is clearly defined as some of the world’s best. Whether in the heart of Manhattan or tucked away in the rural upstate, New York modern architecture is the in a league of its own.

The Box House from Messana O’Rorke Architects

From the Web site:

The Box House is a simple weekend retreat, akin to a cabin at the beach, with minimal accommodation. Located on Shelter Island overlooking Gardiners Bay and the North Folk of Long Island.

Conceived a glass box, the houses developed as a shaped structure. The glass box is cradled within the roof and base extended above and below, with a massive black wall. Lined with the same Ipe wood the delineation of interior and exterior becomes obscured. The base floats above the landscape and the whole structure turns its back to the road, and exposes its naked interior to the bay.

The interior is shaded from the solar gain during the summer months, but open to its advantages when the sun travels closer to the horizon in the winter. Photovoltaic cells on the roof generate back up the electrical power and a passive geothermal system enhances the air heating and cooling system. The accommodations of the house are a living room with kitchen and a bedroom separated by a block interior architecture, containing a bathroom and storage.

Las Vegas may be known for its lavishness, vice and steamy weather. But simmering beneath it all is a dedicated group of architects working hard to establish its reputation as a modern architectural center.

This contemporary Las Vegas home was designed by Creative Design Architecture.

From the Web site:

Creative Design Architecture, Inc, established by Rami I. Atout, AIA, and Hesham I. Atout, CPA, is committed to providing outstanding architectural, design and consulting services. Our firm has a well established history of delivering successful projects to clients in a diverse variety of industries, including public serves, commercial, tenant improvements, industrial, high education, telecommunication and health care sectors, as well as custom residential housing projects. The Key to our continued success is based upon our philosophy of providing a complete project delivery service, which we break down into three main principles: quality, coordination, and customer service.

It’s summer, so if you are looking for a retreat by the water, check out this modern home in D.C.

This 1970 white brick contemporary is located in Pasadena on 1.38 acres right on the Chesapeake. I wish there were interior shots of this 2/4.5, nearly 6,000 square foot home. This is a short sale and listed for $1.099 million.

The sleek exterior reminds us of a home we featured a ways back, in rural Georgia. Stay tuned for updates should we find any correlation between the two homes. Here’s the post about modern homes outside of Augusta.

The Pacific Northwest is one of the country’s more majestic locales. Ripe full of natural landscapes and architecture that reflects the environment, Seattle and the surrounding areas offer its residents and visitors alike a rare chance to enjoy nature and industry working together as a sustainable, mesmerizing force.

Curtis and Emmons Architects display the kind of modern approach to Seattle’s contemporary homes that lend this area such a unique appeal.

The Kirkland Home

From the Web site:

Commodity: A design to fit your practical needs.

Firmness: A design to conform to all pragmatic requirements such as structural, electrical and environmental soundness.

Delight: The most difficult goal to achieve. Delight is the goal that separates a truly well-designed house from the mediocre.

An architect who provides you with delight is a translator of your dreams and imagination. Delight is a goal beyond providing shelter: It is a desire to make your heart sing because of the intangible beauty of your home.

Architecture & Light Design a Private SF Residence

We all know San Francisco’s appeal: the history and culture, the beautiful layout of the city and the rich mix of old and new. Standing among all of this intrigue is a healthy sampling of West coast contemporary homes. Whether it is in private residences or commercial buildings, San Francisco demonstrates why it is one of the world’s most widely visited cities.

Below you will find a modern day marvel, designed as a private residence by Architecture & Light.

About the Project:

Two corner units were combined into a single condominium for a couple to use as a weekly pied a terre. Located in Millennium Towers, the unit has panoramic views of downtown San Francisco which in turn form a backdrop for the client’s art and furniture.

About the Firm:

Architecture & Light is a collaborative firm of architects and lighting designers founded in 1993 by Darrell Hawthorne and Mark Stevens. The principals and staff have extensive experience in the design, management and construction of a wide range of projects in architecture, interiors and lighting.

Rhode Island is taking on more than its share of economic gloom — the country’s smallest state has one of the largest deficits — but it is still sunny in parts of Providence, a city that is reinventing itself as a modern destination for folks that like their living a little bit urban, a little bit rural.

Nothing illustrates this more than Farmhouse One, a project headed  by DBVW Architects.

Like the mixture of Providence’s urban and rural living, Farmhouse One blends seemingly opposite design techniques and establishes the home as an enchanting example of modern architecture.

DC is buzzing with confidence and enthusiasm. As the new president is ushered in, the city is experiencing a surge of creative swagger. Some of that has resulted in wonderful modern architecture, contemporary DC homes, and evocative design.

One group with its hands in seemingly everything modern is Core Architecture and Design Firm.

The Morganstein Residence:

The generous yet formal plan of this home in an established neighborhood was limiting and didn’t offer ample room to entertain. The empty nesters wanted a master suite that was easily accessible yet private. CORE designed a two-story contemporary-minded addition that paid homage to the home’s original style yet was distinct in character and design. A steel and glass ‘hyphen’ merges the two sections, opening and connecting the different areas of the house with light-filled spaces. The final design was lauded by the community’s review board for being distinctly different without creating obtrusive architecture.

Forget the movie stars. We want to see the houses. After all, Los Angeles has long been a strong proponent for modern architecture. And today’s featured home lives up to that reputation.

The Bueth Residence in the Hollywood Hills is a devastatingly impressive work. Clean, modern structure, slick amenities, confident design and a hint of eccentricity make this contemporary Los Angeles home a true show stopper.

Designed by:

SPF: architects was founded in 1988. Studio Pali Fekete Architects (SPF:a) is a Los Angeles based architecture firm specializing in clients and projects that require a high level of design sensitivity, technical expertise, and hands-on principal involvement.

The Bay area is attractive for many reasons. Its rich history, vibrant culture and temperate weather make it a destination for many people. It is also celebrated for its city landscapes and modern architecture. The following images demonstrate how nicely a well-designed home can settle into the environment, bringing San Francisco modern homes to the forefront of innovative design.

The Meadow House by Malcolm Davis Architecture

About Malcolm Davis Architecture:

Malcolm Davis Architecture, founded in 1996, is committed to excellence in architecture and design.
Based in San Francisco, our firm has projects throughout the greater San Francisco Bay Area, The Sea Ranch, Oregon, and New York City. Projects range from furniture, stair, and cabinetry design to boutique retail, residential renovations, additions, and new construction.

Nashville sits on the nexus of modern and rustic. It is a major southern city that retains it authenticity through a series of cultural touchstone. These include the layout of the metropolis, the stately homes and the genteel character of the people. There is ample evidence that these traits are finding room to survive. Just take a look at some of Nashville’s contemporary homes for proof. This rustic, modern home was designed by Tuck Hinter Architects.

St James Place

About Tuck Hinter Architects:

Tuck Hinter Architects is a full-service design form offering professional architectural, interior design, and planning services. We have a strong commitment to provide outstanding design and superior customer service.