From the Publisher: 10 Ways to Embrace Old Man Winter

冬季忧郁? 不在这里. 波士顿首屈一指的建筑商, architects and specialists have conceived some pretty amazing ways to embrace the great indoors—and we’re looking to them for inspiration. 现在, we’ll grant you that the projects featured below are pipe dreams for most, 但它们看起来确实很有趣, and got us thinking about real-world solutions to combatting a midwinter funk. 

1)练习挥杆.

迈耶的建筑 & 迈耶建筑师; photo by Shelly Harrison

To house a HD golf simulator for a family of champion golfers, 迈耶 & 迈耶建筑师 created an entertainment barn for the high-tech toy, complete with spectator seating and fireplace dining. 真实的选择: Hang a net in your barn or garage and swing away with soft practice golf balls.

2)投篮.

MGa | Marcus Gleysteen 365体育官网客户端 

MGa | Marcus Gleysteen 365体育官网客户端 gave a family in Weston the home court advantage, designing a full-sized basketball court in their outdoor barn. A second-level living room with sliding barn doors gives a view of the game. 真实的选择: 剑桥体育俱乐部 has daily basketball pick-up games (M-F noon-2pm, 和6-8pm, Sa-Su 11am-2pm); nonmembers can play for $10.

#3)参与游戏. 

由Stefco建筑公司建造

Stefco建筑商 took a custom game room to new heights. 俯瞰城市, this ultimate entertainment space features matching Lucite foosball and pool tables, scattered seating and a large-screen over the fireplace. 真实的选择: Gather some friends for a game of pool, darts and/or old-school video games at 平顶Johnny 's 在剑桥. 

#4)泡个浴缸或水疗.

Construction by 肯尼斯·沃纳建筑公司

肯尼斯·沃纳建筑公司’s beautiful master bath is every bit as restorative as a high-end spa. The soothing oasis features a steam shower, jacuzzi and a soaking tub you have to step in to. 真实的选择: Make a production out of drawing a hot bath. Buy a teak or bamboo bath tray if you don’t have one, 点几根蜡烛, pour a glass of wine and linger so long it feels like a luxury.

5)打几局保龄球.

首页 automation: 直流家庭系统; architecture by TMS 365体育官网客户端; construction by Country Way Builders

直流家庭系统 wired the home automation for this award-winning “Playhouse” designed by TMS 365体育官网客户端. Along with a cinema space and gaming room, the building features a professional four-lane bowling alley. 真实的选择: Round up the troops and hit the lanes at 好彩 by Fenway Park for fun for the whole family. Go on the early side; after 8pm, it’s ages 18+ Su-Th, and 21+ F-Sa.

#6)游泳. 

联合能源系统

The owners of this pool can go for a dip no matter the weather, thanks to 联合能源系统. This picture-perfect natatorium is filled with natural light and plenty of places to lounge poolside—without sunscreen. 真实的选择: 亚特兰蒂斯体育俱乐部 at the Hyatt Regency 在剑桥 offers monthly swim memberships as well as free guest passes online for those looking to make a splash.

#7)看电影.

创造性的系统

创造性的系统’ in-home theatre is worthy of the red carpet with its amped-up audio, 令人兴奋的视觉效果, cove lighting and stadium-style reclining leather seating. 真实的选择: Be choosy when selecting your cinema, since you actually have to go 去看电影. 富豪电影院芬威球场 or 在Chestnut Hill展示SuperLux have comfy recliner seating and full service dine-in.

#8)在火旁取暖.

英联邦壁炉

英联邦壁炉’s see-through glass hearth gives homeowners plenty of reason to gather within this cozy living space, 里里外外都有很棒的景色. 真实的选择: 在炉边喝杯饮料. Sleek yet inviting, The Ritz-Carlton’s 艾弗里酒吧 serves up craft cocktails in a mid-century modern setting highlighted by a dramatic oversized fireplace.

#9)举起杯子.

查尔斯希尔顿建筑事务所

It’s only fitting that a stunning French Normandy residence in Greenwich, Connecticut, conceived by 查尔斯希尔顿建筑事务所, would have a perfectly intoxicating wine cellar to match. 就像农舍里的其他人一样, which is laden with hand-hewn timbers, this custom space is oaky and enchanting and ready for a toast. 真实的选择: Brix葡萄酒店 在伦敦南端, 金融区, 现在讲讲南塔开特, offers weekly wine tastings that are festive, 具有教育性和互补性. 干杯!

#10)打斜坡.

Rob Bramhall建筑事务所

首页owners and their guests can ski right up to this trailside ski chalet, designed by Rob Bramhall建筑事务所. This Northern beauty is a stunner to be sure, and has banks of rear windows with sweeping views of the mountain. 真实的选择: 计划一天的旅行，去滑雪. Your drive time should depend on your skill level. While beginning skiers can do just fine at nearby 招收 Mountain, expert skiers should make the 2 to 2.步行5小时到达 山雪, 山Sunapee, 潜鸟山 or 沃特维尔谷.