No matter how big your home, you want to be able to maximize your use of the space. In a larger area, this is a bit easier to do with the careful placement of furniture and organized storage solutions. However, as a home gets smaller, space-saving solutions have to get a bit more creative. One . . .
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A Bali Jungle Retreat Surrounded by Lush Greenery
When you imagine a trip to Bali, you may think first of lying on white sand beaches in the shade of tall palms. But a bit away from the water is where the magic can really happen. The jungles of Bali are rich with greenery and wildlife — and if you’re lucky enough, you may . . .
A Luxurious Mid-Century Inspired Home in California
Mid-century design is certainly not a newcomer to decor trends. For years now, looks coveted by the most style-conscious include those 1950s marvels inspired by design giants like Eames and architects like Frank Lloyd Wright. Despite its popularity, there are still designers creating their own unique spins on the mid-century style, including visualizer Aleksandr Kalinov, . . .
2 Sleek Homes that are Unapologetically Modern
“Modern” is a term that can get overused when it comes to interior design. Nearly every home is modern in some way or another, whether it’s the inclusion of a flat screen television or a gleaming countertop with an undermounted sink. The two homes featured here, however, go a bit beyond an element or two. . . .
A Beautiful Apartment with Space to Work from Home
More and more jobs are allowing people to work from home. Having the flexibility to work from home has shown to increase worker productivity as well as happiness. While it used to be only a certain type of executive that would deign to have a home office, today it’s virtually a necessity. In this home, . . .
Open Nature’s Window With This Greenery-Surrounded Vietnamese Home
Get closer to true outdoor living. This green-inspired home, nicknamed ‘The Drawers House’, was concepted by MIA Design Studio to let the outdoors in. Based in Vung Tau, Vietnam, it uses 60% of its 470sqm purely for landscape. Rooms behave like ‘drawers’, sliding in and out between alternating pockets of garden, pools and natural vistas. . . .
Modern Asian Luxury Interior Design
Bringing other cultures or time periods into your design decisions is one way to make your home stand out from your neighbors. Whether you have a personal tie to the Asian continent or simply admire the lines and colors that make up a modern “Asian-inspired” decorating scheme, there is plenty to mine from rich, Asian . . .
2 Simply Chic Homes with Lots of Light
Clean lines and simply chic design is all the rage, and when it’s done well there is no question as to why. A step inside a home that utilizes the beauty and simplicity of this style is relaxing and inspiring. The two homes featured here are prime examples of what works so well in these . . .
2 Modern Homes the Use Grey for a Calming Effect
A home is a reflection of the occupant’s personality. Even in a rental space, the furniture, textiles, and lights are choices that make a difference in how the space and the occupant are perceived. Color is a huge part of that personality that a home creates. From vibrant bohemian hues to the stark white of . . .
Black, White and Patterns Steal the Show In This Scandinavian-Style Apartment
Want a home in monochrome? This stylish Scandinavian interior by Nordico blends light and bright spaces with a black, white and patterned palette. Interspersed by pops of beige, wood and greenery, its open plan living area, out-of-a-magazine kids bedroom and clever corridors do what Scandinavian spaces do best – make style seem effortless, and messy . . .
Two Modern, Minimalist Homes That Indulge in Lots of White
When you think about the idea of indulgent of decadent design, your mind may immediately turn to thoughts of gold plated appliances and overstuffed club chairs — homes of a stuffy upper class from days of yore. But today, one of the most indulgent popular styles is actually minimalism. These simple homes, devoid of clutter . . .
Minimalist Interior Design Using White, Wood And Black With Green Plant Accents: 2 Gorgeous Examples
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 . . .
Cool Apartment with Contemporary Calming Color Scheme
Still continuing to be vastly popular as a number one neutral for contemporary home decor is cool and calming gray but sometimes we struggle to see a way to introduce a little hint of other hues whilst maintaining the feeling of serenity. Here in this 234 square meter house in Kiev, Ukraine, by Martin Architects, . . .
A Spacious Moscow Home That Exudes Luxury
While minimalism may be the trendiest height of style, there is certainly something to be said for interiors that take a different tack. It turns out, you don’t have to choose just one or two pieces of art or even a single sofa to create a stylish, luxurious interior. This luxury home in Moscow, from . . .
A Unique Modern Renovation for a Young Family in Spain
Many families find that when they decide to grow, it’s also time for them to find a bigger house, leaving a couple house hunting and contemplating a big move while their next addition is already on the way. One couple in Madrid, who already had 3-year-old twins, found a better solution. The home featured here . . .
A Creative, Rustic Home with Retro Geometric Features
A rustic home does not have to mean a secluded cabin in the woods. The home featured in this post, from visualizer Plasterlina includes rustic elements like lots of wood and cozy furnishings but also has the modern appeal of geometric, almost retro features as well. This stylish house, with lots of books as well . . .
2-Bedroom Modern Apartment Design Under 100 Square Meters: 2 Great Examples
Both of these beautiful apartments make great use of open living areas to maximize the usability of their floor plans, each measuring up at under 100 square meters. Each one feels spacious, bright, and leaves plenty of room for family activities and entertaining guests. Another benefit of this layout style is that the architects were . . .
Black Acrylic, Glass and Stone Form This Dark and Sophisticated Apartment Interior
Love the natural look, but crave the fine, polished aesthetic of an inner-city apartment? My, have we got an interior for you. This dark and dreamy interior combines rough rocks with polished wood, black slats and high-sheen acrylic, as designed by One Work and photographed by Hey!Cheese Photography. Watch TV against a rock face, looking . . .
How To Use Lighting To Make A Space Truly Beautiful: 4 Examples That Show How The Pros Do It
When you consider your interior design choices, you will most certainly think of color, furniture, and window treatments. But too many amateur home designers leave lighting as an afterthought. Lighting does more than let you read after dark or make sure you can see the beautiful meal you prepared, the right lighting design can truly . . .
Live Between Four Pools In This Portugese Riviera, National Park-Set Retreat
Want to live amidst tourist-worthy greenery – but not in a refuge or tent? This luxury residence in the Portugese Riviera is surrounded by the Sintra Cascais National Park, the premier Oitaros Dunes golf course and an abundance of crystal-clear pools. Soaring overhead on entrance and lying flat beside guests, four exterior pools create a . . .
3 One-Bedroom Apartments with Floor Plans
A one-bedroom apartment is often where adult life starts. This type of apartment can provide plenty of space for a young professional, fresh out of school, who is ready to take on the world. Of course, the apartments featured in this post tend towards the luxury and style that most recent graduates could never afford. . . .