Birds have a long and colorful history as a decorative motif – from cave paintings and ancient hieroglyphs, to medieval tapestries and ornate Victorian wallpapers. These beautiful animals have graced homes with their elegance for many centuries, and will always have their own special place in the world of interior design. We’ve collected 40 of . . .
Author: Hanna
A Kid-Friendly Apartment Renovation by Ruetemple Architects
Ruetemple architects renovated this amazing Moscow apartment for a young family with children. The clients desired bright and comfortable living spaces, in addition to a total kid-friendly transformation of the neglected attic above. While the subdued design theme suits the sophisticated tastes of the parents, the layout boasts a number of exciting hidden features just . . .
Wedge Shaped House Is Britain’s House Of The Year
The extraordinary Flint House by Skene Catling de la Peña has just been named Britain’s House of the Year by the Royal Institute of British Architects, and it’s hard to imagine a construction more worthy of the honor. Commissioned by Lord Rothschild and located on the expansive grounds of a Buckinghamshire estate, it effortlessly adapts . . .
Asian Interior Design Trends in Two Modern Homes [With Floor Plans]
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Many style guides tend to focus on the historical side of Asian interior styling, often highlighting homes decorated with ornate antiques and bold symbolic colors. But what about interiors created with modern design fans in mind? These two beautiful homes – both located in Taiwan – demonstrate the sophisticated and minimalistic interior design trends popular . . .
3 Natural Interior Concepts With Floor-To-Ceiling Windows
Haven’t you always admired homes with gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows? They make it seem so easy to integrate natural decor elements because the real thing is right there, behind nothing but a pane of glass. Each of the following homes place a heavy emphasis on natural elements but each one takes a different approach. The first . . .
Amazingly Modular Small Family Apartment With Lots Of Playful Spaces
Ruetemple created this versatile home for a young family with two young children. As with anything involving energetic kids, creative thinking and smart planning were huge necessities rather than just a stylistic choice. While the bones of this small family home are rather ordinary, the architects at Ruetemple were able to accomplish amazing feats within . . .
An Industrial-Inspired Apartment With Sophisticated Style
With renovated warehouses taking the world by storm in cities where housing space is at a premium, an exciting interior style trend has cemented itself into the world’s design lexicon: modern industrial. It’s a practical way to embrace the original bones and functionality of a space, and it just so happens to look fabulously sophisticated . . .
A Chic Pair Of Interiors With Natural Neutral Design
Why are natural neutrals such a good starting point for an interior design project? Organic themes offer so many choices and almost every natural hue coordinates well with the others. Plus, natural materials are easy to adapt when it’s time to change to something more vibrant. It’s the ultimate win-win decor theme! If you’re looking . . .
A Stylish Family Apartment From Made Go Design
Sleek minimalist spaces are hugely popular these days, but they’re not always practical – the world still needs cozy and comfortable homes too! This interior by Taiwan-based Made Go Design combines the best of both worlds by embracing warm colors, soft textures, and useful details. The design still expresses the smart modernism we’ve all grown . . .
Exceptional Architecture Concepts From Vantage Design Group
Los Angeles, California is a veritable playground for architects, its landscape graced with a unique array of geographical features including picturesque mountains, coastal views, and dazzling city skylines. The most restrictive plots – those in the hills – produce some of the most innovative and enviable feats of modern architecture, as visualized in these luxury . . .
4 Ultra-Luxurious Interiors Decorated in Black and White
Looking through pictures of ultra-luxurious homes is always a fun pastime – and a great way to see today’s design trends before they hit the mainstream. Enviable homes that seem to have it all are fantastic sources of interior inspiration, even if the sculptural architecture and fabulous designer furniture isn’t really an option for most . . .
3 Modern Homes in Many Shades of Gray
Gray is a bit of an underdog when it comes to interior color schemes – perhaps because of its association with gloomy clouds and rainstorms. But these homes prove that gray can be just as bright, cheerful, and inviting as any other choice. It’s a great option for modern homes, a necessity for monochromatic palettes, . . .
3 Stunning Homes With Exposed Brick Accent Walls
Brick is undeniably warm, beautiful, and timeless. But those who are lucky enough to have brick walls may face one of several common dilemmas like the desire to brighten a room with a fresh coat of paint, the struggle involved with restoring brick in disrepair, or the inability to hang a picture with a standard . . .
3 Modern Homes With Amazing Fireplaces and Creative Lighting
Everybody loves the ambiance created by fireplaces and well-placed lamps, but these fixtures don’t simply disappear when the sun comes out to play. Rather than relegating them to the realm of functional necessities or design afterthoughts, attractive lighting and creative fireplaces can serve as crucial decor elements even when they’re not being used. These homes . . .
Two Apartments With Texture: One Soft, One Sleek
Which texture theme do you prefer: soft and cozy or sleek and glossy? It’s hard to choose between two styles that work so well – and the choice becomes even more difficult once you realize just how much new finishes and patterns can change the atmosphere of a home. If you’re thinking about switching up . . .
Three Luxurious Apartments With Dark Modern Interiors
Slate, ebony, leather – luxurious materials like these are the backbone of a sophisticated dark interior. They bring to mind the sound of clinking of cocktail glasses, the subtle aroma of fine old books, and memories of a time before designers felt the pressure to paint everything white for the sake of raw minimalism. The . . .
Modern Warehouse Renovation at Historic Ransome’s Dock
Located at Ransome’s Dock in Battersea, this unique London apartment occupies the space previously occupied by Victoria Beckham’s design studio. With its unique location surrounded by famous fashion houses and respected architectural practices, this warehouse renovation demanded nothing short of excellence and innovation, delivered by architect Rafael Borrego in conjunction with CLPD and Italian kitchen . . .
A Cool Beachfront Villa With Geometric Architecture
A small family dreamed of building a villa with a view of the sea at Marbella, a Spanish resort town situated between the mountains and Costa del Sol (“Coast of the Sun”). Unfortunately, securing a beachfront plot proved impossible due to the popularity of the location – so the architects at 123DV had to take . . .
Super-Colorful Bedroom Ideas for Kids and Teens
To a kid, a room isn’t just a place to sleep – it’s a place to laugh, play, grow, and discover. It’s a safe and comfortable place, where the imagination feels free to wander. It’s no wonder these precious rooms tend to get so messy! But in the end, all that time spent creating the . . .
4 Sleek Interiors Where Wood Takes Center Stage
These four interiors rely on bold wood details to breathe life into otherwise minimalistic spaces – and the effect is tremendous! Here, wood isn’t just another building material. Each space cuts down on unnecessary details, using simple decor and subdued color palettes to give the bold wood elements a chance to shine. The results are . . .
Small Apartments With Cheerful Colorful Accents
Carefully scaled furniture and smart arrangement schemes are two well-known ways to deal with small floor plans. But color plays an important role in perceived spaciousness too! Using color everywhere can create a quirky and homey aesthetic, but in some cases, the visual busyness can make an already cramped space feel even smaller than it . . .
