For those who collect, display areas might be the most important part of a home design. The two homes highlighted in this post belong to collectors of books and decorative treasures, necessitating a large amount of space for storage without compromising on style. The first home actually substitutes shelving in place of interior walls – . . .
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3 Chic Modern & Eclectic Spaces
White washed brick, wood-tones, the perfect mix of funky and chic –these spaces boast all of that and more! While each is eclectic, they play upon this feeling with their own sense of variety and by mixing and matching colors, patterns, and layers. But this effortless look actually takes some careful calculations like taking into . . .
Wood Interior Inspiration: 3 Homes With Generous Natural Details
Beyond construction, wood walls and ceilings have a long and colorful history in home decor. Wood panels began as a way to insulate and hide flaws before grand boiserie began to decorate the finest castles and mansions, eventually refined to the elegance of the Rococo style and the gentle touch of the Victorian era. And . . .
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 . . .
A Colorful Modern Apartment For A Family With Small Children
Designed for a couple with two young children, the architects at HAO Design wanted to build a space that could meet the current and future needs of an active family lifestyle. This home in Kaohsiung maintains a stylish yet unpretentious aesthetic, with a heavy emphasis on useful features that can adapt and evolve as time . . .
Design a Chic Modern Space Around a Brick Accent Wall
When you think of brick walls you typically think of lofts, country homes, maybe even bungalows. But brick walls are now used in a variety of spaces as faux and accent walls, and even to bring some charm into more modern spaces. That’s exactly what we have to show you here — two designers who . . .
White Minimalist Spaces That Will Make You Forget All About Color
In design, white is often seen as the epitome of modernity, class, and sleekness. The crisp color — or lack thereof — evokes a sense of cleanliness and style that we often see splashed within high style magazines and homes. And if you’ve spent anytime at a paint store, we’re sure you’ve realized there’s quite . . .
Spectacular Modern House With Courtyard Swimming Pool
Lush gardens, sleek design, open windows — this home is a slice of paradise. This modern take by Ayutt and Associates on the traditional Thai home incorporates nature into every bit of the home it possibly can. The 1,500 square meter villa just outside of Bangkok is practically held up by floor to ceiling windows . . .
A Minimalist Family Home Design That Doesn’t Sacrifice Fun
Designed for a growing family in Zhubei, Taiwan, this modern home maintains a clean canvas to put life and love at the forefront. The relationship between space and form becomes more important than decoration itself, relying on natural materials to provide the texture and color that makes this space interesting. The creatives at Phase 6 . . .
A Gorgeous Home Split By A Covered Garden Atrium
Situated on a narrow plot flanked by public roads and neighboring homes on all sides, this residence would have languished in such a constricted space – but LIJO.RENY.architects had a creative plan to break down boundaries in a beautiful way. The structure consists of two volumes that flank an incredible atrium with towering plants reaching . . .
4 Luxury Bedrooms With Unique Wall Details
Your bedroom is your sanctuary. It’s in this special space that you put your feet up after a long day, and it’s where you prepare for the day ahead. Your bedroom should reflect your personality, but it should also reflect your needs. Comfort, style, and organization are all important elements for your bedroom suite. So, . . .
Lofts That Are Anything But Industrial & Stark
Lofts are known for their harsh lines, exposed metals, a wide open spaces — so typically, they aren’t associated as being cozy and inviting. But in the heart of Beirut, architect Bernard Khoury and Cleer design studio have teamed up to create spaces that are just as warm and indulgently layered as the city’s food . . .
Stunning Costa Rican House With A Spectacular Coastal View
With a gorgeous plot on the Pacific coast in southwest Costa Rica, this 3000 square foot villa takes advantage of a gorgeous view through a tailored layout and smart furniture choices. Architect Tim Vordtriede and interior designer Angelina Alekseeva took full creative rein on this project at request of the Los Angeles based client – . . .
Dramatic Interior Architecture Meets Elegant Decor in Krakow
This beautiful Krakow home sparks the imagination with innovative interior architecture and a strong modernistic attitude, tempered in places by classic natural materials. Each perspective offers a unique visual experience with surprising details hiding around every corner. Designed by PLASTERLINA, this interior demonstrates the beauty of high contrast design – interior themes range from dark . . .
3 Luxury Homes Taking Different Approaches To Artwork
An art collection is expressive and personal all at once. Art reflects the background of the owner, gives a voice to their dreams and desires, and it serves as a strong anchor around which all other design elements can rally. There’s no right or wrong way to display interior artwork and each of the luxurious . . .
5 Ideas For A One Bedroom Apartment With Study (Includes Floor Plans)
Finding a quiet place to concentrate is of the highest importance for those who work or study from home. But more than that – it needs to be well equipped for the task, capable of containing the books or computer accessories necessary for productivity. This post examines five one-bedroom apartments with a home office dedicated . . .
Inspiring Minimalist Interiors With Low-Profile Furniture
What would you do with a sprawling luxury home? Many people would start looking for design themes to make it feel fuller, pouring through fabric and paint swatches and eyeing the art auctions to fill the walls. These interiors take a different approach. Each minimalistic space remains perfectly sleek and spare, allowing the interior architecture . . .
This Contemporary Apartment Pops With Turquoise Accents
This fresh modern home is the work of the interior design superstars at Polish creative agency PLASTERLINA. The project, titled U.S.S. Home, is an exciting concept for a housing project based in Kraków. The interior makes fantastic use of smooth white surfaces and matte black paneling, its contrast softened by the addition of wood elements . . .
A Tour Of 4 Homes With On-Trend Wood Wall Treatments
Simple, soothing, and warm – it’s nearly impossible to resist the welcoming qualities of timber construction whether in reference to furniture or floors or (in this case) the walls. The four homes examined in this post don’t rely on complicated scrollwork or colorful finishes, but instead explore a range of layouts for the planks themselves. . . .
An Open Home That Challenges Monolithic Architecture
With the intent to create a home that fosters interaction not only between family members but also with the surrounding environment and community, Austin Maynard Architects drafted up a creative three-volume structure and outfitted it with an ingenious interior layout to match. It’s only half the size of its neighbors – an attempt to avoid . . .
An Engineer’s Incredible High-Tech Dream Home
Designed for an engineer with a strong interest in anything mechanical and technological, this dream home started with a humble concept for a rural cottage but quickly grew into something else entirely. And the result is breathtaking! At the beginning of this amazing project, the client only had two basic requirements: that it should have . . .
