This 1863 Italianate villa sits above Main Street in Amherst Center, with mountain views and southern light in nearly every room. Architect William Fenno Pratt of Northampton designed it for Henry Hills, whose family ran a palm-leaf hat business that helped build the town in the 1800s.

Photographing this Accessory Dwelling Unit on a stunning autumn day was a rewarding experience. Crafted by Integrity Development & Construction and designed by Chao Designs, the one-floor living space features a central, expansive area. The all-electric setup emphasizes energy efficiency, accentuated by the striking Shou-Sugi-Ban siding.

The Randolph W. Bromery Center for the Arts at UMass Amherst is a Brutalist structure built in 1970. It was designed by I. M. Pei & Partners and constructed with poured stereometric concrete, partially bridge-like structure.

Cambridge Biotherapies, a medical office, is opening in the heart of Amherst at the start of the year. Patients will be welcomed into a comfortable waiting room before being ushered into one of the beautifully designed individual offices. The calming atmosphere is designed to help patients feel relaxed during their visit.