The minimalist aesthetic goes by the guideline of “less is more.” Minimalism is a great way to reduce clutter and keep a home feeling open, clean, and modern. But there are many different ways to embrace the minimalist style, and it doesn’t have to mean eschewing everything that doesn’t have a very specific purpose. As . . .
Category: Designs by Style
Here you will find designs classified according to their style. Classic, Modern, Contemporary, Country, French style, Italian, Spanish, Oriental, Chinese, Japanese, well… you get the drift.
Two Homes with Lots of Beautiful, Natural Wood
In an era when industrial and concrete designs are more popular than ever, it can be easy to forget the naturally beautiful look that can be created with high-quality wood. When wood grain and the many tones of wood are allowed to shine through, the design possibilities are virtually endless. In the two homes featured . . .
4 Feature Rich Homes: Scandi Decor Inspiration
Many of us have come to know and adore the Scandinavian minimalistic aesthetic. The fresh white washed walls and stripped back floors. Although much of the Scandi palette is on the stark side, we can often find little gems of unexpected color splashed here and there, just enough to excite the eye within a laid . . .
Modern Scandinavian Style Home Design For Young Families: 2 Examples
As you will see in this post, the Scandinavian design aesthetic can be an ideal choice for a young family. Because this particular style focuses on practicality and function but still leaves plenty of room for the whimsical colors and patterns that are so adorable in kids rooms it works perfectly for a young family. . . .
3 Apartments with Industrial Inspired Concrete Wall Panels
The industrial design trend is making way for a cozier way of living to some extent. While urban loft spaces are still stylish, more and more designers are finding ways to take some of those harsher elements — like concrete and exposed steel — and warm them up with furniture and light. The three apartments . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
A Summer Ready Home Perfect For Your Dream Vacation
Ah summer. What a wonderful time to be alive! It is the time when nature is at its finest and the best vacation plans can occur. To have a truly special summer vacation, you will need a few things. A great destination. Some plans. And, last but not least, a beautiful home to spend it . . .
3 Light and Bright Apartments Celebrating White Space
“Don’t be afraid of the white page” is an adage that speaks to creatives across the world. White pages represent the beginning of the thinking process, of spaces full of possibility. Don’t be afraid – white walls in interior design sing a song of their own. These three interiors lean heavily on white space to . . .
Pastel Accents Over Expansive Light Wood In Two Modern Homes
If you’re looking for a material theme that exhibits both brightness and warmth, the classic combination of light wood and white is always a great choice. But what about accent colors? This post looks at two homes that pair their wood-heavy interiors with pastel accents to create a comfortable springtime atmosphere. The interior first uses . . .
Studio Apartments In Three Modern Styles
Studio apartments are such a good source of interior design inspiration – the ideas found in these space conscious designs often come in useful outside of the context of apartment design, translating easily to other contexts like single rooms or open plan areas. This post looks at three studio apartments, each one representing a different . . .
Three Inspirational Scandinavian Interiors Achieving Pastel Perfection
Scandinavian style isn’t synonymous with bright colouring. Exposed brick in reds and greys alongside white French windows and light-wooden furniture are characteristic of the style. Bring Scandinavian styling and dreamy pastels together, with these three apartments for inspiration. Want a baby pink couch in your lounge? Pair it with a pea green coffee table, flowing . . .
3 Modern Studio Apartments With Glass-Walled Bedrooms
While some studio floor plans can accommodate bedroom privacy without the need for additional curtains or screens, this post looks at apartments that required a different approach. Each of these compact apartments separate the bedroom from the rest of the space with attractive glass walls – a lightweight solution that dampens unwanted noise and creates . . .
4 Bright Studio Apartments With Creative Bedroom Placement
Deciding how to handle the sleeping situation is one of the most challenging aspects of designing a studio apartment, requiring a lot of forethought to match the lifestyle preferences of the resident while working around any architectural or floor plan obstacles that can limit the available options. And that’s even before taking decor into consideration! . . .
A Scandinavian Style Apartment That Exudes Chic Comfort
The elements that make up a Scandinavian style apartment are varied and dynamic. The end result is usually an energetic home that meshes a variety of different features together to create a home that is snug as well as chic. The pride and joy of any homeowner. Those with families especially enjoy Scandinavian style apartments . . .
4 Amazing Apartments That Create an Eternal Spring
Spring is arguably the best season. It is that magical time after winter when the sun slowly comes out and the world is bathed in an infinite amount of colors. It is that wondrous time when the world is bathed in light and everything seems promising. It is wonderful- until it isn’t anymore. The problem . . .
50 Space-Themed Home Decor Accessories To Satiate Your Inner Astronomy Geek
At a point in our existence, we have to marvel at the vastness of the universe. Only partially-discovered, our now eight-planet solar system is a fascinating subject for stargazers young and old. Whether you’re teaching your kids about orbits or simply indulging your nerdier side, our top fifty space-themed home décor accessories have the cosmos . . .
A Mesmerizingly Minimalist 4 Bedroom Luxury House By Igor Sirotov
Have you ever seen something so mesmerising that the only proper way to describe it would be by using an oxymoron? This is exactly the effect that this beautiful house has on most people. Igor Sirotov, a resident of Kiev, has accomplished such a distinguished feat. This sumptuous four bedroom home contains all the design . . .
Fleur De Lis Home Decor
A touch of the French countryside makes a home feel like home. Synonymous with lavender sprigs, lilies and French royalty, the fleur de lis adorns its home country’s walls and so many of our home fixtures – napkins, bedding sets, and the odd bathroom fixture or two. Add a splash of ‘je ne sais quoi’ . . .
3 Modern Minimalist Apartments For Young Families
In any family, there are a lot of different personalities gathered under one roof. This means that family homes need to be versatile and functional for a variety of different reasons. Especially if it it’s an apartment, which tends to be smaller and a whole lot closer to other families. Family apartments need to be . . .
Open Plan Interior Design Inspiration
Choosing an open floor plan is a personal choice. Some just love the home and it happens to come with this kind of combination kitchen, living, and dining rooms. Others love the idea of having the rooms open to one another as they are great for entertaining. These 22 open floor plans have managed to . . .
