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You Can Now Rent Pablo Escobar’s Beachside Villa In Tulum
An escape to Mexico can take many different shapes. Of course, you may think of a criminal absconding across the border never to be heard from again, but you don’t have to be a wanted man (or woman) to want a little escape. In the spirit of luxury, relaxation, and culture, hotelier Lio Malca has . . .
Two Black and Gray Homes with Chic Simplicity
While Scandinavian-style designs with lots of light wood, white walls, and pops of pretty greens and yellows are certainly popular, that type of color scheme is not the only way to bring sophistication into your home. When we think of blacks and grays, they can feel damp, cold, and unwelcoming, but in the hands of . . .
Super Compact Spaces: A Minimalist Studio Apartment Under 23 Square Meters
Designed by Barinov Andrey, this compact apartment design tests the limits of space conservation. Thanks to multipurpose living spaces and a super efficient layout, this apartment feels far more spacious than its actual size would indicate. In fact, this compact home measures in at just under 23 square meters! Simple decor and streamlined furniture keeps . . .
How To Use Neutral Colors In Interior Design: 2 Examples That Show The Easy, Minimalist Way
Anyone with an interest in design knows that there are an infinite number of ways to decorate the same space. Whereas one family might prefer bright color, soft textures, and lots of indoor plants a young couple may tend towards minimalism and cool, neutral colors. The two homes featured in this post are both in . . .
Cool Product Alert: BenShot Bullet Embedded Glasses
Lend some fancy to your dining with these cool shot glasses that have real bullets embedded in them! They are available for purchase on Amazon. Also recommended: 50 Unique Wine Glasses
A Simple, Modern Apartment in Moscow
Beautiful design never means the same thing to two people. While one person may covet the simplicity of Scandinavian styles, another may long for ornate chandeliers and Louis XIV chairs. The design featured here, from visualizer Anastasia Skoblik and designer Julia Lapteva is not, perhaps, most people’s conception of beautiful. With neutral colors and very . . .
2 One-Bedroom Apartments with Modern Color Schemes
A one-bedroom apartment is just enough. It can be perfect for a single person, or a young couple. It leaves its occupants with just enough space to live comfortably and entertain a few friends, but not so much space that every weekend is filled with dusting or every holiday becomes an excuse for overnight guests. . . .
The Breathtaking Indios Desnudos Luxury Residence In Costa Rica
Located on the Papagayo peninsula of Costa Rica, the spectacular Indios Desnudos residence enjoys the luxury of a breathtakingly beautiful location situated on a pedestal lot overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush tropical forest on every side. Residents can enjoy this spectacular view from almost any location within the home thanks to an open indoor/outdoor . . .
5 Scandinavian-Inspired Apartments
Although the popularity of Scandinavian design has seemingly reached an apex in recent years, the truth is that the elements of minimalism and functionality that make up the ethos have been around for much longer. No matter what type of home you have, taking elements of Scandinavian design and making them your own can be . . .
Cool Product Alert: Table Top Zen Garden
Channel your inner zen with this gorgeous miniature zen garden that comes with a Yin-Yang tray and accompanying accessories. Get it on Amazon here.
Double Bedroom L-Shaped Home Design: 2 Examples With Floor Plans
The layout of a home can have a significant impact on how the design takes shape. The different nooks and crannies that are created by a layout determine where best to put the sofa, how to arrange a dining room and even what colors will look best. The two homes featured here both have the . . .
How To Design Industrial Style Bachelor Pads: 4 Examples
Industrial style design has never been more popular. With many young professionals preferring to live in dense, urban areas, the loft apartment that has been converted from warehouse space is increasingly in demand. To make this kind of design work, there are a few common elements that can be useful, including exposed brick, clever use . . .
6 Sleek Studios with Glass Walled Bedrooms
If you’re used to suburban sprawl, the idea of living in a studio apartment can be daunting. This type of urban oasis does not have space for an entire home office, a yoga room, or maybe even a bathtub. However, for the right person or couple, studios can be plenty of space. One way to . . .
Industrial Style Dining Room Design: The Essential Guide
Do you love industrial decor? Are you thinking about giving your dining room a fresh modern makeover? This guide is for you! Enjoy this tour of 40 stylish industrial dining rooms to find color schemes, furniture sources, material inspiration, and everything you need to start putting together a plan for your next big redesign. Or, . . .
Cool Product Alert: Throw Pillows With Hidden Messages
Alright folks, if you are the kind of person who doesn’t mind cheeky (and possibly offensive) messages hidden within your throws, do check out these pillows from Holy Flaps. Here is a video of them in action (with obligatory f,c-bomb heads up): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ho83VMmhYwc You can get them from Etsy.
2 Great White Apartments that Show Color Isn’t Everything (Includes Floor Plans)
We love to showcase homes that use color creatively. From an electric pink kitchen backsplash to a gilded mirror or a playfully patterned area rug, color can bring a drab living space to life. But it is also important to look at how a more neutral, subdued color palette can be both beautiful and inviting. . . .
30 Indoor Herb Pots and Planters to Add Flavor to Any Home
Starting an herb garden can be a wonderful hobby for nearly anyone. While most apartment dwellers or urbanites don’t have backyards for expansive vegetable gardens, you do not need much space at all to grow a few herbs. Gardening can be not only a relaxing, healthy hobby, it can also encourage you to cook at . . .
3 Modern Apartment Interiors That Masterfully Demonstrate How To Use Red As An Artistic Accent
Using red in a home design can be tricky. Without a good idea, a design can quickly fall from romance into sensory overload. To avoid a home that looks more like a fast food restaurant than a luxurious lair, it’s important that the color is used with precision and subtlety. The three homes featured here . . .
Cool Product Alert: The 3D Illusion Creating Ziggi LED Lamp
Could there BE a more cool looking table lamp out there? Check out this wonderful creation by the designers at Studio Cheha: “The “shade” is actually a 2-dimensional plate of acrylic glass, and the instant the warm LED light is turned on, the shade becomes a 3-dimensional design. The result is entirely intriguing to witness, . . .
3 Soothing Scandinavian Interiors
The rise of Scandinavian design in popularity is hardly new. However, there is little that is more soothing than taking a step inside a home that uses the simplicity and functionality of the Scandinavian style to such great effect as these three homes do. Clean lines, simple colors, and an attention to practical details like . . .
