As we have seen before on this blog, the simplicity of Japanese design is one that appeals across cultures and borders. However, it is always beautiful to see inspiration take root in homes where those aesthetics first blossomed. This countryside home, deemed “Tree House” in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture in Japan is one of those examples. . . .
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High Rise Apartment with Stunning Minimalist Interior
Urban living can be extremely hectic. The busy lights, sounds, and schedules of a major city is inherently stressful, even for those that thrive in such an environment. This apartment, from designer Anton Medvedev, manages to quite literally rise above this atmosphere. The stunning interior is perfectly minimal with calming materials, smooth, clean lines, and . . .
Hungarian Loft Design Uses a Simple Aesthetic for Big, Stylish Results
While we have certainly seen a wide variety of loft design ideas on this site before, there is always space for one that brings a little something new to the table. This Budapest loft space from architects and designers at Womorrow has a unique style that is so modern it nearly turns the corner to . . .
Taipei Home Showcases Asian Minimalist Influences
In Western homes we may see influences of minimalism. Many modern homes strive to incorporate the beautiful simplicity of the style. However, in this Taipei home, owned by a family of three, minimalism is not simply a preferred aesthetic, it is an absolute necessity. With three people living in just 285 square feet (26 square . . .
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 . . .
Two Apartments In Modern Minimalist Japanese Style (Includes Floor Plans)
As we have explored before, the Japanese style interior design aesthetic is highly tied to the idea of minimalism and negative space. In these two small apartments, you will see that there is truly nothing there that does not have a purpose. The spaces never feel cluttered or cramped, no matter what the actual area . . .
Bright and Sunny Amsterdam Apartment Renovation
Although it’s a beautiful and historic city, Amsterdam is also home to typically gloomy weather. This presented a challenge – and an inspiration – for the architects from MAMM Design when they were renovating this 85-year-old apartment that was exceptionally dreary. The team eventually took a cue from the homeowners’ desire for more sunlight and . . .
Beautiful Attic Apartment with Clever Design Features (Includes Floor Plans)
The key to great interior design when it comes to small spaces is being able to use the same space for more than one purpose. In this top floor apartment, located just outside of Warsaw, the designers at 081 Architects have been able to do just that. From a stylish dressing area tucked into the . . .
The Magic of Wood and Light
Just as the construction of any building starts with a strong foundation, the design of any beautiful space starts with its materials. Sure, cheaper products can be slathered in paint or covered up with patterned paper, but spending a little more to get beautiful, natural wood can be well worth it in the end. This . . .
Stark, Sharp & Minimalistic Interiors By Oporski Architektura
The team at Oporski Architektura is dedicated to the serenity of minimalist design. In the three interiors presented here, we will see the many ways in which the designers are able to play with just a few simple colors and use creative lines and shapes to make each home, and each room in the home, . . .
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 . . .
Gorgeously Minimal Kitchens with Perfect Organization
There are many things about Italian culture that are attractive. From the leisurely lunches to the free flowing wine to a storied tradition of art and music. But perhaps what is most enviable about the Italian ethos is the dedication to cooking and food. These modern kitchens, from SCIC, updated for modern needs, put this . . .
A Modern Apartment Celebrates the Look of Natural Wood
Wood is one of the most basic materials and can be used in an endless number of ways. But apart from wood floors, many modern designs tend to shy away from the use of too much natural wood. In this apartment, the design team at PartiDesign fully embrace natural grain and beautiful wood finish on . . .
A Super Minimalist Modern Apartment In White
We are smitten by this modern minimalist’s dream of an apartment designed by St.Petersburg based Modom Studio. The design brief for this 89 square meter (958 square feet) involved setting up a living space for a very mobile couple with a special emphasis on absolute use of white, clean design. The studio designed them a . . .
Bold Decor Schemes
Three gorgeous home designs, all designed by KUOO Architects, feature bold décor decisions to form cutting edge interiors. From living areas with dominating black feature walls to bathrooms with jewel-like jade colored mosaic tiling, this collection is inspired.
Minimalist Kitchen Designs
Even for homeowners that don’t consider themselves chefs, a well appointed kitchen is essential to a nice home. Italian kitchen designers Comprex know this, which is why we’ve decided to feature their kitchens in this post. Sleek lines, hidden storage, and modern aesthetics that fit into any stylish home are the key to these beautiful . . .
Dreamy Interiors
All of these interiors come to us courtesy of the talent at Katarzyna Kraszewska architectural design company. We have visited the works of this studio before for our ‘resplendent design from katarzyna kraszewska‘ article but the interesting works of this studio just keep on coming…
Interior Design In Black & White
If you are crazy about monochrome interiors then this mammoth collection of black and white beauties from Polish firm Tamizo is going to be right up your street! Covering four different apartments all decked out in high contrast, this is modern monochrome heaven. Recommended Reading: Black & White Interiors Black & White Kitchens
Sophisticated Room Designs with Stripped Back Style
If you like your home design on the strong yet subtle side then this collection, featuring the work of architectural studio archiplastica, should be right up your street. Exploring four of their apartments, we admire a sophistication that is derived from style that has been stripped down to function without the fuss.
Cool Home Designs with Warm Accents
Sunny accent colors add much needed warmth to these four crisp home designs situated in and around Kiev, Ukraine, created by talent at archiplastica. Bright statement furniture can prove a challenge when it comes to creating the right scheme in which to house it, but each room in this set of four apartments holds stark . . .
Beautiful Minimalist Interiors
These refreshing apartment visualizations, by Denis Khramov, are a luminous example of minimalistic interiors that still manage to achieve a practical and relatively homey feel. The apartments might be more suited to a single young inhabitant, but there are many elements that would work just great for a small family unit too. Recommended Reading: Minimalist . . .