The American Institute of Architects has named the 10 winners of its 2016 housing awards.
These buildings won for their outstanding design and the way they integrate into their environments — whether its smart transitional housing for the homeless, a Hawaiian beachfront masterpiece, or a forested escape with a living room that you can dive out of (into a pond, it's a real thing).
Feast your eyes on the abodes below.
The Hog Pen Creek Retreat in Austin, Texas was designed by Lake|Flato Architects. it has a 75-foot lap pool ...
... and huge windows to combine indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Stunning mountain views envelop the Independence Pass Residence in Aspen, Colorado, designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson.
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