From serene rooftop retreats to cliffside pool houses and garden teahouses, these extraordinary secondary spaces redefine the art of leisure and entertainment. Each of these unique escapes brings a touch of luxury, innovation, and thoughtful design, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary sanctuaries.
Whether nestled in bustling cityscapes, perched by the sea, or hidden within lush...
CM Ragusa Builders custom builds a detail-infused coastal penthouse.
Photography by Warren Patterson
For this crisp coastal New Hampshire condo, the client's vision was crystal clear from the beginning. They sought a home with spectacular views and easy access to local hot spots, and with the spaciousness and amenities of a custom-designed home. These prerequisites presented an opportunity for...
CM Ragusa builds quality into every square inch of this compact home.
Though compact in size, this stylish sanctuary makes a major statement. Once a blue-collar dwelling dating back to the 1700’s, its latest iteration, custom built and renovated by CM Ragusa Builders, is brimming with luxury. The home is a treasure trove of elegance and comfort that is optimized for modern living, aptly coined “...
While meteorologists would likely contend otherwise, here at BDG, we think of the “Lake Effect” as the phenomenon that occurs the moment we cast our eyes on the shimmering, blue-green waters of a lake, and spend time within an “of-the-landscape” home crafted to take full advantage of those picturesque water views.
There is something about those sun-dappled waters, disturbed only by the...
Soothing, soulful, restorative. No other room in the house washes away the stresses of the day like the master bath. This room also has the distinction of being the one place you're granted a little peace and privacy. BDG's Best this month called for a roundup of the most beautiful master baths. The response? Pure bliss. We think you’ll agree....
LEFT: Awash in sunlight, this restful refuge...
Come April, the mudroom is the hardest working room in the home. Mudrooms not only serve as the bridge between the outdoor and indoor realms, supporting our comings and goings, they are also the catchall for the family’s gear and the grit of the great outdoors. A well-designed mudroom helps tame the clutter and keeps the rest of your home spotless, and is a must if you’re building or renovating a...
