On the picturesque shores of Lake Placid, architect Gil Schafer crafts a family house inspired by the character and charm of classic Adirondack retreats

Thanks for all of the love on my before and after! Sometimes.....when I don't have time to overthink a project it just comes together organically and is probably better than if I had my normal angst.....haha. The only thing that really matters is that my clients are happy:) I am headed out of town today to Asheville for a visit with friends....but guess what! I am taking a little detour to visit The Souther Living Idea House designed by the amazing Lauren Liess. How darn excited am I…

Well, this is the nicest horse stable that I have ever seen! And in blue and white--lucky horse! 😉 📷 @countrylivingmag

January 8, 2018The New York architect Gil Schafer III is famous for designing elegant, comfortable houses that expertly blend a classical vocabulary with a sensitivity to the way his clients live today. But he’s also keenly interested in how a house fits into its surroundings and how it connects to the memories of its occupants. […]

I'm delighted to share a new look for architect Gil Schafer. Join me for a peek at his new site and work.

Exceptional Dallas Residence by Kirsten Kelli, LLC on InCollect

I'm not trying to sound catty, but what about the rest of us with far less interesting spaces, along with low ceilings? I guess I'm afraid...

Gil Schafer architect Connecticut farmhouse 1930s restoration A Place to call Home interior design classic timeless new old house

From garden fresh living rooms to passageways to the great outdoors, these are the rooms you loved most this year.