The neighborhood Bel Air conjures images of all kinds of luxury, but perhaps none so memorable as the Roman columns of Will Smith’s house on Fresh Prince of Bel Air. But in the real world (or as real as it gets in Los Angeles) there are actually many different styles of architecture that pepper the . . .
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Wild for Wood: The House of Life
Any style minded person looking for a new space often has natural hardwood floors high on their list of must haves. That’s because hardwood floors are beautiful, easy to match, and timeless. This house from the designers at RYNTOVT Design takes that impulse to a new level. From floors to walls to furniture, gorgeous and . . .
Stunning Home Perched on a Slope with Atlantic Ocean Views
An essential part of any architect’s job is to take full advantage of the site they are working with. In this South African home from the architectural team at SAOTA, that was even more of a challenge than normal. The site of this stunning single family house features spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, Camps . . .
The Tetris House: A Creatively Organized Modern Brazilian Home
The name Tetris House likely calls to mind the brightly colored game, but it is not the colors or infectious music that are the inspiration for this Sao Paulo home. Instead, architects Marcio Kogan and Carolina Castroviejo found inspiration from the way that the boxes in that game fit together snugly. This home, like the . . .
Gorgeous Colorado Cabin Secluded Among the Trees
With nearly 2000 acres of skiable terrain, Beaver Creek Resort in Colorado is one of the most desirable winter recreation areas in the U.S. While condos and hotels abound in the area and in the surrounding mountain regions, there is nothing quite as luxurious as curling up in front of your own private fireplace in . . .
Luxury Mountain Retreat is Not Your Average Log Cabin
Quebec’s Mont Saint-Sauveur is one of the most popular ski resorts in the area. But rather than slog up to the mountain in an SUV only to spend the night in an impersonal hotel, wouldn’t you prefer to stay in your own luxury mountain retreat? Set on 11 acres, with ski in/ski out access, this . . .
Villa In The Sky: Bollywood Actor John Abraham’s Penthouse Home In Mumbai
While some of us may balk at the idea of working on an extensive project, such as a home renovation, with our siblings, Bollywood actor John Abraham embraced the idea with this luxurious apartment project. His brother Alan, an architect with Abraham John Architects, undertook the logistically challenging but ultimately stunning project of combining two . . .
A Envy-Inducing Look Inside Minecraft Creator’s Stunning Beverly Hills Home
Take a deep breath and get ready to regret every moment you spent not inventing video games. You may not know the name Markus Persson (or even his online alterego @notch) but chances are someone you know plays his game Minecraft. The game, as well as the company that birthed it, Mojang, was recently sold . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
Contemporary New Delhi Villa with Amazing Courtyard and Water Features
While we love to celebrate smaller homes and their creative designs on this blog, there is no substitute for a sprawling, modern house that would make most design lovers’ dreams come true. This expansive family home in New Delhi, from the team at DADA Partners, incorporates the homeowner’s affinity for contemporary design with a spacious . . .
Luxurious Home Uses Wood and Stone Elements to Marry Interiors and Exteriors
Although every home exists with both an interior and an exterior, in many cases the two can feel like completely different buildings. However, this home from Portugese architects Anastasia Arquitetos makes every effort to ensure the outside and inside of the home exist in harmony. By utilizing large windows and many natural elements such as . . .
Luxurious Modern Cottage With Rich Warm Textures & Playful Kids’ Spaces
Far beyond a typical suburban house, this modern cottage, with an interior from Ukrainian design firm DA-Design, includes many unique and elegant touches. Each room, from an open dining and kitchen area, to a playroom that any child would beg for, is its own beautiful world. At the same time, the designers have made the . . .
Trendy Home with Super Unique Staircase
Sometimes all it takes is one interesting focal point to take an otherwise simple interior and make it something really special. In this modern home, visualizer Pavel Voytov has created a space that is welcoming and comfortable while showcasing a unique and gorgeous staircase. In addition to the staircase and living area, the bedrooms designed . . .
Compact House Made from Affordable Materials
Designer Anway Aljugrey from Inxide Studio has designed a modern, compact house that can meet all the needs of a person or couple with significantly less waste than a larger home would offer. The KOTAK Haus featured in this post is made from affordable materials that are both easy to maintain and will withstand the test . . .
Ultra Sleek Private Home with Incredible Architecture
From the exterior through the bedrooms and private wine cellar, this modern home from architect Guido Costantino is spectacular. The natural materials in use throughout the home, including slabs of unfinished concrete and beautiful wood floors, play with the idea natural vs. industrial to great effect while each piece of furniture is just enough and . . .
Hillside California Home with Gorgeous Outdoor Spaces
The Los Angeles-based team at Studio William Hefner create amazing architecture, intriguing interiors, and lovely landscaping. The entirety of their talents are on display in this gorgeously modern hillside home that screams of California style.
Fabulous Marvel Heroes Themed House With Cement Finish and Industrial Feel
This unique interior project was sent to us by the designers at House Design, a Taiwan-based interior design firm. The idea was that this space could be somewhat of a hero’s retreat for the apartment’s owner who wanted to have his own fortress where he could relax after a long day at work. The results . . .
Modern Remodel in Hong Kong With A Ferrari As Focus
When it comes to remodeling a home to meet the needs of a new owner, design teams face quite a challenge. The team at Millimeter Interior Design in Hong Kong rose to the challenge with this split level house, taking the boxy frame and turning the interior into something unique, and uniquely livable. If you . . .
