Minimalism can get a bad rap. It can conjure images of homes with no character and no personality, focused only on how little is there. But when done right, as is this home from visualizer Oleg Trofimov, minimalism can be beautiful and warm. The house featured in this post has many elements of simplicity, from . . .
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3 Fabulously Sleek Studio Apartments That Are Timeless
An urban homeowner has a lot to deal with. Annoying neighbours, out-of-order elevators and noise pollution. So it only makes sense that their homes need to be a haven of comfort and style. With such hectic lives- coming home to anything less is nothing short of unacceptable. These three studio apartments are the definition of . . .
Chic Polish Family Home That Embodies Luxurious Relaxation
What is a family home? It is a place of encouragement, and warmth. A place where you can be with your loved ones. Where you can be yourself without the fear of being judged. This is a place where you connect with those who are closest and dearest to you. For OFD Architects, it is . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
Minimalist, Muted-Colour Home With Scandinavian Influences
Design themes are often touted as be-alls and end-alls. Minimalist tones must be in eggshell, white and with inbuilt decorations. Scandinavian interiors mark eclecticism, where tiled walls meet light wooden floors and smooth, wide panes. This clever design visualised by Maxim Nizovkin mixes a few of your favourite design themes together. Block-colouring wows in block . . .
Two Modern Minimalist Apartments With Subtle Luxurious Details
Modern minimalism is everywhere – and there’s no question as to why. It’s the go-to choice for staging interior architecture concepts, it’s a versatile backdrop for furniture ads, and magazines rightfully feature the residents of these meticulous spaces whenever an innovative example pops up. This post looks at two minimalist homes with open concept living . . .
2 Super Simple Homes With Light Wood Panels And Matte Black Accents
These gorgeous minimalist interiors – both by Oporski Architektura – demonstrate that high contrast themes are just as good at looking soft and casual as they are creating visual drama. Both enjoy the warmth of light-colored wood cladding carefully balanced with white walls. The first home goes heavy with black details by integrating them with . . .
40 Serenely Minimalist Bedrooms To Help You Embrace Simple Comforts
Minimalism has long been a popular look for social areas of the home, but the rising popularity of low-profile beds and greyscale color palettes indicates that minimalist bedrooms are catching up quickly. And for good reason! This philosophy streamlines bedrooms to their fundamental purpose as a place to clear the mind away from the responsibilities . . .
3 Light, White and Minimalist Homes Inspiring Clarity of Mind
Minimalist home decor is often considered a backdrop for more dramatic features. Bright fixtures, unusual finds or striking textures are expected to dominate white spaces. The question is – what if white space was the central feature? These three home designs by Oporski Architektura exemplify spaces that have both character and white space at hand. . . .
East Meets West In This Multi-Storeyed, Minimalistic Home
How do you blend Scandinavian simplicity with Taiwanese culture? This multi-storeyed home, designed by Taiwan’s HAO Design and photographed by Hey! Cheese has the answer. Using white walls, wood and block shapes, this home remains minimalistic while still showcasing Taiwanese anime culture. Using wooden blocks to separate out spaces, vast panes make small areas look . . .
A Minimalist Family Home With A Bright Bedroom For The Kids
Located near Kiev, Ukraine, this home boasts a creative and effective 105 square meter floor plan to accommodate a family with one young child and one infant. Designer Yevhen Zahorodnii opted for a minimalist interior theme to suit the busy lifestyle of the residents – minimalism grants simplicity and convenience by erasing some of the . . .
A Modern Take On Soviet Minimalism In 3 Stylish Apartments
Iya Turabelidze of interior design company Concretica describes the styles depicted here as Soviet Minimalism. While many Westerners might be more familiar with the bold patterned wallpaper, ornamental rugs, and eclectic curio that decorated early Soviet era apartments, these homes represent a more streamlined approach that rose to prominence in the 60s when minimal modernism . . .
Beautiful Modern Minimalist Loft With A View
This beautiful home is located near Lviv, Ukraine. Designed by Marta Gord, there is a keen use of cozy gray hues used all throughout the home. Even though moody shades are embraced, the home feels light and airy. Lots of natural light fills the rooms and the tall ceilings make the space feel larger than . . .
3 White Themed Homes With Striking Modern Minimalist Aesthetics
These three homes from M2 Architecture, Mihail Vasin, and Dorota Pilor essentially define the modern minimalistic style. Each home embraces the simplicity of white and build upon it with grays and other monochromatic hues. Even architectural elements like exposed brick and concrete are painted white to coordinate with the rest of the spaces. Impressive lighting . . .
Super Stylish Kids Room Designs
Designing for kids can be tough. Going down the road of themes risks that in a few years they’ll have totally changed their mind and you’re stuck with a color, bedding, and maybe even a bunch of art you just can’t keep. The designers we’ve gathered for you here have taken a modern approach to . . .
Four Sleek Living Rooms With Simple Color Palettes
Bridging the gap between modern minimalism and comfortable traditional design, these open-plan living rooms offer a practical and accessible style for just about any taste. All four of these interiors are the work of Architektura Design and share the same approachable aesthetic, but each one has something different to offer – this post contains inspiration . . .
Beach Home Design Inspiration
A tired 1990’s apartment building on the Portuguese seaside has been revamped for the growing number of people looking for weekend and vacation homes. Once a space that exposed the more intimate parts of the home to the busy street, the space has been flipped — putting the living and bedrooms towards the quiet back . . .
4 Homes That Celebrate Modern Minimalism
Modern minimalism is loosely defined by paired down design elements, clean lines, and open spaces. But that doesn’t mean each space has to be black and white, infact we’ve gathered four very different spaces that celebrate modern minimalism with their own unique twist. From white open spaces to pops of color and eclectic art, these . . .
Product Of The Week: Minimalist Plate Set From Metaphys
This minimalist plate set from Japanese firm Metaphys bags our Product Of The Week Award for its sheer simplicity and beauty in design. Called Fueille, the set looks at beautiful forms found in nature for inspiration and looks to break away from the monotony of mass produced circular flatware. You can get it for $188 . . .
An Incredible Interior Courtyard Shielded By Optical Glass Bricks
Built around a carefully tended courtyard, this home enjoys the privacy of a glass wall for a dazzling sense of semi-transparency. Designed by Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP, and located in downtown Hiroshima, its structure surrounding structure serves as an ethereal mirage between it and the tall buildings that surround – a breath of fresh air . . .