Traditional Kerala architecture is a famous style from Southern India, which is primarily based on the science of carpentry principles that are known as Thachu Shastra, and the science of architecture & construction known as Vastu Shastra. A central, airy courtyard is essential in a traditional Kerala home, and so a pond edged courtyard design . . .
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Luxury Living With Less Fuss
Luxury living doesn’t have to mean an overcrowded space that boasts all the bells and whistles that interior decor has to offer. A minimalist luxury interior oozes understated elegance and quiet confidence. Less fuss means that high-end furniture pieces are given their time to shine, free of any background noise or unnecessary distractions. Visualised by . . .
A Monolithic Argentinian House Set In Stone And Concrete [Video]
This Argentinian house takes on a linear, monolithic form that dominates a green landscape next to a native forest. Built with walls of cold concrete, the large house presents a hard, brutalist exterior that can be seen from afar. As onlookers draw nearer, intermittent walls of rustic stone interrupt the smooth expanses of grey render, . . .
Single-Story Modern Rustic Home In India
Dhrangadhra yellow stone and exposed concrete build this wonderful single-story modern rustic home in Gujarat, Ahmedabad, India. Designed by Snehal Suthar and Bhadri Suthar of tHE gRID Architects, the 1100 square foot home is a single-story dwelling that was created as an intimate, modest weekend getaway. The cosy interior design marks a relationship between manmade . . .
Desirable Duplex In India With Spacious Modern Interior
Mood lighting and smooth tonal decor sweep through this desirable 378 square metre duplex apartment located in India, Mumbai. Visualised by ArtPartner Architects, The Mumbai Oasis is a contemporary abode that is characterised by impressive high ceilings and stylish furniture arrangements. The homeowners wished to create an interior that moved away from the usual design . . .
Simplified Luxury Home Design With A Focus On Self-Care
Simplified luxury sweeps through this elegant modern home design, which comes filled with multiple relaxation spaces. Visualised by ArtPartner Architects, this tranquil home design puts focus on self-care with a home sauna, steam room, and several spa-like bathroom interiors. The impressive yet understated interior also features an airy and light-filled double height living room with . . .
Luxury Open Concept Home With Pool & Party Room In Brazil
Located in a residential area of São Paulo, Brazil, the design concept for this luxury 1280 square metre home all started with the swimming pool. Designed by Matheus Farah + Manoel Maia Arquitetura, this luxurious home design centres around a huge pool that can be seen from the majority of rooms in the house, where . . .
Light Family Home Interior With Chic Open Plan Living Space
Chic and sophisticated in its clean modernity, this pristine home design puts family life through a serene filter. Designed by Darya Maiorova, this family home interior features soft upholstery and rugs that are bravely light to uplift an open plan living space. Black accents are used to add depth and gloss to the neutral surroundings, . . .
A Peaceful Japanese House Surrounded By Greenery [Video]
Abundant greenery surrounds this peaceful Japanese house in Hiroshima city, created by Hayato Komatsu Architects. The house belongs to its designer, who embraced the irregularities of the site, which is made shady by a large tunnel and retaining wall that penetrates Mt. Eba. At first glance, the site and surrounding area appeared undesirable. However, the . . .
A Modern Waterfront Villa With A Deck To Die For [Video]
On an elevated south-facing plot of over 1000 square metres, this superb modern property is carved into the rockface in Camp de Mar, Mallorca, Spain. Designed by E5 Holding, the villa itself has a constructed area of 394 square metres over two levels. Villa Statera features a variety of large open and covered terraces and . . .
Creative Cream Interior With Fabulous Furniture
Fabulous furniture brings shape, intrigue and a creative essence to this cool cream interior, visualised by 梦太初. Whilst the decor here is predominantly pale, moments of dark contrast produce definition and drama. High ceilings, expansive room sizes, expertly crafted built-ins, and high-end materials establish undeniable luxury. A superb spiral staircase design rises through the luxurious . . .
A Beautifully Landscaped Brutalist House [Video]
A wood and concrete brutalist exterior shields this 2900 square foot home design, based in Houston, United States. Created by the architects at Robertson Design, The Concrete Box house conceals a two-story home with a multi-level living space. The ground floor is a brutalist concrete backed room with a distinctly cosy essence that comes from . . .
A Tranquil Vietnamese House With A Courtyard
A dreamy, nature-touched home stands on the riverbank of a small village in Hoi An ancient town of Quang Nam province, Vietnam, elegantly designed by lequang-architects. Surrounded by a typical agricultural landscape, the 180 square metre home was designed to quietly meld within the greenery of the local landscape. The homeowner is an environmental expert, . . .
A Modern Brutalist House In Japan With Exquisite Details
A modern brutalist exterior blankly encases this exquisitely detailed Japanese home, expertly designed by Apollo Architects & Associates. The 410 square metre property is located in a quiet suburban neighbourhood in the densely populated Kanto region. The homeowners acquired this tiered and irregularly shaped lot with meaningful family time in mind. The owners wished to . . .
Abstract Family Home That Provides Escape From City Life
Abstract, linear volumes stack to form a crisp modern 4266 square foot home for a family of five in Bangalore, India. Created by Crest Architects, the unique angular form stands out sharply against a grey, densely populated metropolis. Clean white concrete and rich wood cladding encase a dwelling based upon the ancient architectural science of . . .
Idyllic Beverly Hills Retreat In The Trousdale Estates
This idyllic Beverly Hills retreat is a 6,533 square foot single story new-build in the prestigious Trousdale Estates. The house beds onto the green hillside, where a backyard trail leads to a sweet vantage point with city views. It has been thoughtfully created in organic finishes and clean lines to build an iconic piece of . . .
Fashion Forward Home Design With Timeless Elegance
The F-house is a 590 square metre home for a young family in Minsk, Belarus, designed and visualised by LEVEL80 Architects. With the owners being engaged in the fashion industry, the interior was designed to be stylishly in-vogue with timeless elegance. Cutting edge designer furniture fills the pragmatic and spacious interior. Sophisticated red-brown accents come . . .
A House Of Many Layers
This is a home of many layers – not only in terms of having multiple floors, but also in terms of style and a couple of hidden surprises. Designed by Deco Design & Guan Pin, there are an array of evoked atmospheres at play here. There is a cooly understated reception room downstairs to receive . . .
The Contemporary Home Of A Majestic Pre-War Rain Tree
This example of contemporary architecture, designed by ONG & ONG, stands within a vast lush green garden in Singapore. A colossal pre-war rain tree flourishes in its landscaped garden with such magnificence that much of the architecture is designed around enjoying its presence, as well as other smaller and different species of tree. Whilst being . . .
A Rio de Janeiro Residence with Lush Jungle Vibes
When you live in a beautiful natural climate, it is only also natural that you want to include the seasons, the outdoors, and the local plant life in your home. Such is the case with this single-family residence from the architects at Gaudenzi in the stunning hills of Rio de Janeiro. The home featured in . . .
A Sprawling Modern Home in Bangkok
When every member of a family has a space for themselves that reflects their personality, a house is just more comfortable. Of course, an expansive floorplan and high end interior design are certainly helpful, but it is the personalities that are imbued in the different rooms, while still maintaining a unifying feel, that really make . . .