The wallpaper mural of the 1970s could easily be described as tacky or kitschy, even, but a similar movement is afoot. Today’s version of wall treatments, however, are exciting and suitable for those who prefer the professionally designed look. This wall treatment evolution furthermore has more dimension that its predecessors. Today’s wallpaper murals allow designers . . .
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Fancy Staircase Treatments
Whether whimsical or precise, traditional or state-of-the-arts, staircases add significant interior architecture value to an abode. This collection demonstrates all of the above. They brilliantly blossom with color. They demonstrate the family-oriented character of the home’s owners. They take our breath away, and they lend a sense of stability or mystery. So many staircases seem . . .
The World’s Most Stylish Surgery Clinic (Visualized)
Wouldn’t doctor’s visits be a pleasure if those medical buildings had interiors that looked anything remotely like this? Set in a futuristic style, these medical facility spaces resemble more of a luxury showroom than anything else. Floor to ceiling artwork and unique lighting techniques add to the overall unconventional look of this clinic. And if . . .
Colorfully Inspirational Living Rooms
Okay not much to say here. Just some good old visualization skills from a few top notch designers. In a round up of inspiring living rooms that caught our fancy, here is the top 10 that made the cut. Credits 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 For more inspiration, check out . . .
Scandinavian Houses: Video Walkthroughs
We have all seen them. Those pretty little houses from Scandinavia (Denmark, Norway & Sweden in case you didn’t know) with milky white interiors that always seem to look awesome in images. We ourselves have been guilty of featuring them here over and over again and still continue to do so! But what makes this . . .
Safe House: The Brilliant ‘Transformer’ House That Can Become a Fort
If you have always been a fan of open house layouts and the security issue was the only thing holding you back have a look at this concept from architects KWK Promes. With the mere press of a button the open architecture transforms the house into an impenetrable concrete cube designed keep its inhabitants safe. . . .
Spring Decoration
Spring is definitely here and we thought we would feature something that suits the season. Brought to our attention by Turquoise queen Erin, today we bring you London based fabric and furnishing company Designer Guild‘s collection of Spring inspired interiors. The fabrics that these rooms sport are very exuberant and they boldly represent the season . . .
Beautiful Indoor Renders
We came across the work of a very talented designer who goes by the name of iceci3 on Flickr. He employs all manner of techniques and styles in the interiors however one element remains constant. In all of the renders there is a high level of detail and they are luxuriously fitted out, making for . . .
Personalized Kitchens from Logoscoop
There are so many companies now that specialise in kitchen design. The difference with Logoscoop lies in the fact that they don’t restrict themselves with what is popular rather they respond to each design brief individually and try to reflect the end user’s personality in the design. They pay attention to the lifestyle and habits . . .
Modern Swedish Family Home
We never get tired of these beautiful Swedish homes. Here is another that lies in the heart of the Swedish neighborhood KungsladugÃ¥rd. This apartment has been renovated multiple times which enables it to have a history which is shown through the various layers of finishes. The renovations still maintained its connection to its 1920’s roots . . .
Bookshelf Fantasy
As it’s name suggests the blog BookshelfPorn (completely safe for work, we assure!) is for the avant-garde bookshelf lover amongst us. This delightful blog features a huge collection of bookshelves for any situation from the typical wall bookcase to the more humorous and perhaps less practical sculptural bookshelves. Bookshelves have long since been pushed to . . .
Beautiful Bathtubs by BluBleu
As more and more firms begin to visualize bathrooms as areas for indulgence and living, the concepts they put forward tend to reflect this philosophy. Italian company BluBleu‘s portfolio is no different and the high end bath fittings they design make quite a statement. Vividly colored and sporting headrests, some even have storage solutions built . . .
House with the simplest of forms
On the outskirts of Leiria, Portugal architects Manuel Aires Mateus completed a project in 2010 that truly stands on its own. What looks like at first the typical silhouette of a house soon shows it to be something else entirely. Privacy was the order of the day here as can be seen by the lack . . .
Interior Design With Wood, White and Green Accents
The firm of Japanese Suppose Design Studio are becoming increasingly well known for their clean simple interiors, using wood, white and plants in the finishes palette. Their work is defined by the austerity of the design without compromising in the functionality of the space. They are continually looking for something new and groundbreaking in their . . .
Splashes of colour in white interiors
Swedish designer Sara Sjögren creates a playful and lively atmosphere in her interiors by using splashes of colour on a primarily white background. She uses a variety of different shapes which when interspersed with colour make the interiors quite exciting to be in. Her Swedish background is apparent in the unusual ways in how she . . .
Schools with a splash of color
The driving force in the design of schools is the well being of the student’s. With this in mind the Australia based architects smith+tracey have come up with solutions that both engage the students and deviate from what they would normally expect for a school environment. These spaces are adaptive and interesting. The use of . . .
Beautiful Architectural Photography by James Silverman
UK based photographer James Silverman has a delightful portfolio. His eye for imaginative perspectives is quite evident from these shots and it is no surprise that some these have graced magazines like Architectural Digest and Elle Decor. Check them out. Recommended Reading: Home Decor For Photography Lovers
Modern bedroom designs
The Zhengzhou Interior Design Training schools teaching philosophy uses the idea of training equals work. The way the school is run seems to be closely hinged on the focus of giving the trainees an understanding of what the workplace will be like and what will be expected of them. The school has a strict policy . . .
Modern Medieval Apartment
Overlooking the Plaça de Sant Domènec lies the recently renovated property Alemanys 5 in Girona, Spain, by architect Anna Noguera. The property was renovated uniting its 16th century roots with the more practical and streamlined requirements of the modern lifestyle. It has sensitively integrated the modern and the medieval to create a unique living experience . . .
Skype Office Interiors
Popular internet telephony application Skype’s North American Headquarters sought to set themselves apart from their opponent’s in the Bay area in Palo Alto California. When the project was initiated it was discovered that the site had more to contribute than was originally thought with the hidden high ceilings allowing for an industrial style design, thereby . . .
Mesmerizing Villa in the Spanish Coast
‘All that glitters is not gold’ certainly doesn’t apply to the Villa Colani on the Spanish island of Majorca. This house, which was inspired by the well-known designer Luigi Colani, went for a cool $28 million on eBay classified, after being completed in 2009. This ultra luxurious retreat has every comfort covered from the 1,230 . . .