Wake Robin House by Prentiss Balance Wickline is a stunning residence that seamlessly blends its natural surroundings with refined architectural detail. Shaped by an open meadow and framed by mature evergreen trees, the design embraces its site, ensuring that every element works harmoniously with nature.
Easton Residence, designed by Stewart-Schafer, stays true to the essence of its mid-century modern roots while embracing contemporary refinement. Built in 1984, this expansive home spans 18 acres, offering a serene retreat overlooking a private pond.
The Meadows House blends contemporary design with the historic vernacular architecture of Litchfield County. Positioned on a sloping site, the home offers sweeping views of the rolling hills and is surrounded by native meadows that extend to the treeline. The structure references traditional barn forms but introduces modern elements through sharp lines and expansive windows.
When the clients returned to Minneapolis after living overseas, they purchased two raw shells in a historic building overlooking the Mississippi River. Originally built in 1879, the seven-story brick structure had a rich past, having served as both a flour mill and a luxury hotel before its conversion into a condominium.
Prentiss + Balance + Wickline Architects built Wandling House on 20 acres of working ranch property, where elegant design meets Methow practicality. The site inspires with its gorgeous views of distant mountains, wildflower-clad hills, and even cows grazing nearby. Moreover, the expansive setting enriches the character of this distinctive residence.
Perched on a scenic ridge, the Grand Ridge Project seamlessly blends modern design with its stunning natural surroundings. This three-level residence is a testament to thoughtful planning, combining functionality, beauty, and a deep connection to its environment.
Originally designed in 1985 by Lorcan O’Herlihy for his parents, Trancas House was tragically lost in the Woolsey fires that devastated Malibu in November 2018. Determined to rebuild, the owners enlisted Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects [LOHA] to design a new residence that would not only honor the home’s history but also incorporate fire-resistant and climate-conscious elements.
Set on a two-acre wooded bluff along Lake Michigan, Meadow Lane Retreat is a weekend getaway designed to foster tranquility, connection, and immersion in nature. Moreover, the empty-nester clients sought “an escape from the city for the family to gather—a place for sunlight, a place to breathe.”
