Who lives there: Asha Mevlana and her Havanese dog named Bali Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Size: Main house (400 sq ft), Trailer (160 sq ft.), 1 loft bedroom, 1 bath What sets your home apart: The home was designed specifically for my lifestyle. My inspiration: After reading the book, "The Life Changing Magic of Tidying," I got inspired to just live with things that bring me joy which meant scaling down on everything and getting rid of most of my possessions and all of the things that I had accumulated over the years. I also travel quite a bit and wanted to live with just what I needed. About the house: The L-shaped house consists of two separate structures joined by a deck. The main house (400 sq ft), which rests on a solid foundation, features the kitchen, living room, bathroom and loft bedroom. To make the small area feel more spacious, it was designed with high ceilings, windows and two custom garage doors to let in more light. The L-shape of the deck mirrors the house and allows for the two separate structures to blend seamlessly together. The smaller "amplified" structure (160 sq ft) is built on wheels to allow for touring and transportation. This studio is soundproof using recycled denim, and acts as a recording studio/guest bedroom/practice area. But it doesn't just look like an amp, it actually is one -- just plug in your instrument and sound comes through the front marine speakers onto the expansive deck designed for concerts. My favorite part of the home is the large kitchen and the expansive deck that makes the home feel even bigger. The deck also acts as a way to bring the community together where local musicians perform. I love having a the amp trailer as a separate space to practice music. But I especially love all the light with windows and garage doors throughout. Design team: Brian Crabb (designer), Zack Giffin (builder, custom furniture) Vickery Construction (builder) 3 Volve Construction (builder) Design dilemmas: Because the city wasn’t used to having tiny houses there were certain rules that didn’t quite make sense for a tiny house. I wasn’t allowed to have stairs leading up to the loft, only ladders were allowed. Since it was built, the city is beginning to revisit some of the old rules and hopefully things will be changing. Photo cred: Don Shreve

This custom home was designed by the talented architects at Platt Architecture. “Reclaimed Wonder” is located in the private golf community Wade Hampton Golf Club in Cashiers, North Carolina. Every detail of this home was designed to create a work of art. Not only is the small mountain town of Cashiers a truly beautiful place, but this luxury home creates a beautiful retreat as well. The color palette of the reclaimed wood beams and wall planks along with the indigenous stone choices and carefully appointed warm amber lighting creates an ambiance true to the natural beauty surrounding the home. J,Weiland

Organic southwestern master bedroom with barrel ceiling and fireplace. Architect: Urban Design Associates, Lee Hutchison Interior Designer: Bess Jones Interiors Builder: R-Net Custom Homes Photography: Dino Tonn

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This classic southern cottage with historical features is a collaboration between Home Builder Jeff Frostholm and Custom Home Designer Bob Chatham. The tall windows with transoms and high ceilings create a feeling of stepping back in time. Designed specifically to be built in Pointe Place, a residential community in Fairhope, Alabama with strict architectural guidelines for creating cottages with a southern vernacular style. The exterior look is tied together with operable shutters, open rafter tails, Old Chicago Brick and artisan siding.Frostholm Construction, LLC, Cindy Meador Interiors, Ted Miles Photography

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Low-country southern inspired home design in exclusive South Carolina waterfront community. Expansive kitchen and open sitting/family room. Designed with Carolina furniture and owner specific pieces incorporated.

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Paquin Design Build is proud to be a part of Gibson’s Grant, a new Chesapeake waterfront community on historic Kent Island! Our Gibson’s Grant lots are located in the premier section of the community. Every lot is either waterfront or has a stunning water view. And Paquin Design Build will custom-build your home to your specifications! That’s right—each home we build will be completely unique.

This beautiful South La. Style home is nestled behind trees on 5 acres in south Shreveport in a small, gated community. The home was architecturally designed by Gene Hodgson of Pollard/Hodgson & Associates and specific detailing was beautifully executed by Terry Elston and the homeowners who had impeccable taste and a vast knowledge of the various antique materials used throughout the home. Photography by Mary Ann Elston

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Paquin Design Build is proud to be a part of Gibson’s Grant, a new Chesapeake waterfront community on historic Kent Island! Our Gibson’s Grant lots are located in the premier section of the community. Every lot is either waterfront or has a stunning water view. And Paquin Design Build will custom-build your home to your specifications! That’s right—each home we build will be completely unique.

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Set in a downtown Kirkland neighborhood, the 1st Street project captures the best of suburban living. The open floor plan brings kitchen, dining, and living space within reach, and rich wood beams, shiplap, and stone accents add timeless texture with a modern twist. Four bedrooms and a sprawling daylight basement create distinct spaces for family life, and the finished covered patio invites residents to breathe in the best of Pacific Northwest summers.

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This 12,000 sq. ft. mixed-use facility features a state-of-the-art fitness center on the ground floor and luxury multifamily units on the second floor. Taking inspiration from both charming historic cottages and modern community clubhouses, the building was designed to specifically to complement the surrounding golf-cart friendly community, which also features luxury cottages and designer homes. The building is filled with architectural character, with features such as balconies, white trim, and stone-adorned walls creating a charming façade. The interior floorplan was designed to maximize functionality and space, providing the community with a premiere fitness facility and upscale homes.

This 12,000 sq. ft. mixed-use facility features a state-of-the-art fitness center on the ground floor and luxury multifamily units on the second floor. Taking inspiration from both charming historic cottages and modern community clubhouses, the building was designed to specifically to complement the surrounding golf-cart friendly community, which also features luxury cottages and designer homes. The building is filled with architectural character, with features such as balconies, white trim, and stone-adorned walls creating a charming façade. The interior floorplan was designed to maximize functionality and space, providing the community with a premiere fitness facility and upscale homes.

This 12,000 sq. ft. mixed-use facility features a state-of-the-art fitness center on the ground floor and luxury multifamily units on the second floor. Taking inspiration from both charming historic cottages and modern community clubhouses, the building was designed to specifically to complement the surrounding golf-cart friendly community, which also features luxury cottages and designer homes. The building is filled with architectural character, with features such as balconies, white trim, and stone-adorned walls creating a charming façade. The interior floorplan was designed to maximize functionality and space, providing the community with a premiere fitness facility and upscale homes.