A good night’s sleep is one of the best ways to be healthy, productive, and happy. And of course, a good night’s sleep starts in the bedroom. The best bedroom should feel like home, from its colors and textures to its bed frame, it should not be a place that makes you feel anxious or . . .
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Beach Adjacent Home with Space for Luxury Entertaining
All the visions you may have of life in Southern California probably include sun-soaked beaches, sprawling mansions, and plenty of time poolside. While that’s hardly the reality for the majority of SoCal residents, one step inside this Pacific Palisades home and you will know exactly where those kinds of California dreams come from. Situated near . . .
Korean Interior Design Inspiration
No country or culture can be defined by one style of design. However, the region where a design grows up, learns, and lives can certainly influence his or her style. In this post, we explore selections from the portfolio of Jung wook Han, a Seoul-based interior designer who draws inspiration from traditional Korean aesthetic ideals . . .
Creative and Inspirational Workspaces
With the advent of the internet, the idea of a workspace has transformed into something much more than a sterile desk in a gray cubicle or even a plank of mahogany in a corner office. So many jobs now encourage employees to work from home, and even more artists and designers are inspired to work . . .
Casa Redux: A Stunning Architectural Tribute to Stark Modernism
Completed in 2013, Casa Redux – or “Redux House” – is a truly breathtaking contribution to modern residential architecture. Studio mk27, a São Paola architecture and design firm headed by Marcio Kogan, created this home from start to finish. The resulting structure is a textbook study in clean lines and stark, modern detail from its . . .
Pedal to the Metal: A Sleek House that Puts a Passion for Cars on Display
A fabulous home starts with an open and honest collaboration between the architect, interior designers, and of course, the home owner. In many cases, this type of collaboration results in a home that is borne out of a special love for a certain style, a particular piece of art, or even a color. But in . . .
Beautiful Brazilian House Built Up and Around a Tree
To create a home that blends into the natural beauty surrounding it is a challenge in itself. But to build a home that actually incorporates nature – not just in its colors and textures, but it its actual plants – is truly a feat. This residence in Brazil, covered by Casa Vogue and built by . . .
2 Sunny Apartments with Quirky Design Elements
In order for an apartment to be beautiful, it does not have to glitter and sparkle with gold or have heavy velvet curtains and a spacious gourmet kitchen. More than any of that, a home should be comfortable, warm, and welcoming. These two apartments, both of which come from the designers at Plasterlina, have tons . . .
Eclectic Single Bedroom Apartment With Open Floor Plan
The hits just keep coming from the design team at INT2. In this post, we’ll explore a 69 square meter (742 square foot) apartment in Minsk, Belarus. The space is not particularly large, but as we have seen in previous projects from these talented designers, it does not take excessive floor space to create a . . .
7 Inspirational Loft Interiors
Loft living, once the refuge of eccentric artists who needed space for canvas stretching and the occasional cocktail party, is now indicative of a stylish and affluent lifestyle. The loft interiors in this post are each unique, but manage to embrace the challenges of vaulted ceiling, open floor plans, and an overtly urban atmosphere. Let . . .
4 Masculine Apartments with Super Comfy Sofas and Sleek Color Palettes
Though everyone wants a space that’s all their own, not everyone needs a space that’s entirely unique. Instead, many people choose interior designers because they know they can handle the exact style they like. The four apartments here, designed by YoDezeen, all have striking similarities. Utilizing plush leather sofas, dark neutral color palettes, and right . . .
3 Whimsical Apartment Interiors from Sergey Makhno
While you could certainly argue that even the most monochromatic interiors are using color in a creative way, there is something particularly satisfying about the bold look of very bright colors, used shamelessly. In these three apartments from designer Sergey Makhno, color and playfulness is in the foreground at every turn. From wild Moroccan-inspired patterns . . .
A Duplex Penthouse Designed With Scandinavian Aesthetics & Industrial Elements [Includes Floor Plans]
When we think of Scandinavian design, we may immediately go to ideas of flat furniture with some assembly required. Simplicity and style at its most affordable. But the reality is that while the Scandinavian aesthetic does include an element of affordability, it is also about simplicity, functionality. In this duplex, designed by INT2 architecture for . . .
Sophisticated Family Apartment with Rich Wood Accents (Includes Floor Plan)
When a family is living in an apartment together, it is essential for each family member to have his or her own space. At times, it may not be possible for every child to have his own room or every parent to have a private office, but each person must have at least some space . . .
Warm Modern Interior Design
When you invite someone into your home, you want them to feel comfortable. Not “take up residence on the sofa and stay a few weeks” comfortable, more like “take off your shoes and enjoy an aperitif” comfortable. There’s a lot to be said for how interior design can make guests feel welcome. These apartments from . . .
2 Super Small Apartments Under 30 Square Meters (~325 square feet) [Includes Floor Plans]
In a tiny apartment, everything must have its place and stay there. When you’re working with just a few square meters of floor space, there is no room for a spontaneous floor lamp purchase or a flea market bean bag. From concept to design to the actual living in the apartment, you have to be . . .
Living and Sleeping Areas Exist in Harmony in these Comfortable Studio Spaces
When it comes to our concept of what constitutes a home – its living room, its bedrooms, its dining areas – it really depends on how we grow up. The suburban child may grow up with her own bedroom, canopy bed, and private en suite bath while a child in the city is used to . . .
Cute Kids Rooms By Fajno Design
There is no better place to celebrate the joy of whimsy and play than in a child’s room. With designs that are colorful and vibrant, a room can serve to inspire a child’s creativity and make them excited to spend time there alone and with their friends. These children’s rooms from Fajno Design are each . . .
Steel, Concrete, and Stone Home with Central Courtyard
When an architect is allowed the freedom to create a space that he knows will work for this clients, that level of trust comes through in the final design. Such was the case in this elegant modern home from architect Elias Rizo, who has indicated “thorough communication” and “complete trust” were essential in completing this . . .
Tamizo, the Masters Of Black & White Design
There is nothing quite so modern and cool as classic black and white design. It brings along with it vibes of the mod era, complete with go go boots and short blonde bobs. It’s timeless in its stylishness and no one does it better than the designers at Poland’s Tamizo, who we have featured before. . . .
21 Relaxing Living Rooms with Gorgeous, Modern Sofas
When you visit someone’s home, one of the first place you will usually be welcomed is the living room. The modern day equivalent of a drawing room, these spaces are set up for conversation, connection, and entertainment. Each living room in this post creates a welcoming atmosphere with plenty of comfortable seating, vibrant colors, and . . .