This collection features some outstanding bedrooms that we have had the pleasure to gaze upon and dream about recently. A challenge is extended to anyone who can view these images and resist swooning. Designed to calm, facilitate a busy life, inspire and entertain, these bedrooms are truly extraordinary. The Sea View Bedroom The Clock Tower . . .
Author: Hanna
Visualizations from Triple D Designs
We just can’t seem to get enough of Triple D Designs. Entering the detailed virtual worlds of Triple D provides interior design enthusiasts with a plethora of modern inspiration to suit almost any space. To demonstrate the sheer versatility of modern design styles and the extent of their obvious skill the following exercise in experimentation . . .
A Unique Addition to the Global Property Market
The Eastern suburbs of Auckland, New Zealand’s capital city, are characterized by a culturally diverse population, a subsequently vibrant urban scene and as is typical of New Zealand, a picturesque landscape, but to say that this property currently marketed by Sotheby’s Realty, is a unique addition to the area and indeed, the global property market, . . .
Workspaces with Views that Wow!
The conventional wisdom says that you should do what you love and do it often. If fortunate enough that this is the case professionally, there exists a presumption that taking the odd piece of work home, or indeed, working from home will rarely present as a problem. In order to establish an environment conducive to . . .
Homes with Indoor Ponds
From Singapore, Colorado, Mumbai, Perth and across the globe, these individually stunning projects feature an element borne out of ancient Eastern philosophy that has been embraced by the modern Western world: water gardens. Synonymous with tranquility and wellbeing, water gardens do more than soothe the soul by making a contribution to interior spaces, that is . . .
16 Brilliantly Lit Interior Visualizations
Ukrainian interior visualizer Antonina has a portfolio spanning many spaces in many countries. Her work reflects a brilliant eye towards showing interiors with their most fresh, light-filled potential. Here we share a collection of some of her favorite works from a private residence in Sauvignon to a pizzeria in Odessa.
Dynamic Duplex by Pulltab Design
The process by which this split-level residential space came into being was truly bespoke. Pulltab Design of New York City has intricately woven a dialogue with the owners into the project that references modernist influences and inspiration. The duplex occupies 2,400 square feet and viewing the space from the elevated kitchen, tucked high above the . . .
11 Luxurious Traditional Kitchen Ideas
Often traditional style kitchens can be a bit too stately or formal, which doesn’t promote their true nature of being the heart of the home. We love traditional kitchens that exude a warm and welcoming spirit. Characteristics of these charming kitchens include inviting color schemes, plentiful pattern, a myriad of finishes, lots of tactile-friendly textures and  bountiful . . .
Cool Startup Tech Office Of The Week: Kayak
Boasting three decades of industry-based experience and a flare for large-scale projects, ACTWO Architects are the brains behind this week’s innovative startup tech office belonging to new kid on the block, Kayak. Providing online services in travel, it is little coincidence that some critics have likened Kayak’s sleek new headquarters to some of the world’s . . .
Clock Tower Triplex Apartment in New York
Brooklyn’s iconic Clock Tower penthouse is currently for sale and by far the most expensive in the borough at $18 million. For their money potential buyers would, of course, expect 360-degree views of the Brooklyn Bridge and New York City. What may come as a surprise however, is the unique way in which the views . . .
A Fabulous Fortress in Brazil
Marcio Kogan’s ‘Casa Lee’ has been somewhat unflatteringly described as a ‘concrete mass.’ Equally, one could compare it to a concrete blockhouse reminiscent of the Second Boer War. Regardless, its angular, if not imposing Brutalist style, may not find favor with its most vocal critic, Charles, Prince of Wales, but it is an aesthetic that . . .
Worldly Apartment in Kiev, Ukraine [Visualized]
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What is immediately striking about this project from Leks Architects is the worldly sophistication that emanates from within. While essentially contemporary, tasteful elements of modern eclecticism evenly fill the space, making for an environment that feels comfortable but not vast. A well-traveled hand in styling subtly contributes accessories from the orient and continental Europe, in . . .
Brick Wall Studio Apartment Inspiration
By Rebecca Macaulay This collaborative design effort features the genius of Stephan Jaklitsch of Jaklitsch/ Gardner Architects and challenges how studio spaces are thought of. It does comply with a fundamentally open plan principle, but not out of space-maximizing necessity. It is defiantly grand and reflects a freedom of choice rather than an adherence to . . .
Industrial Loft With Organic Traits [Visualized]
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It could be safely said that we have a penchant for industrial lofts. This photorealistic representation from RIP3D is a softer alternative to lofts previously featured from Kiev and Dusseldorf and shares some characteristics with a favorite submission from Israel-based designers, Ando Studio. Lofts by their very nature are fundamentally open plan. In fact, with . . .
Como Shambhala Estate: Yet Another Stunning Bali Retreat
It is not unusual to hear the phrase, “I need a holiday to recover from my holiday!†There are obviously many alternatives to a whirlwind tour that spans continents and takes in as many sights as possible, but the Como Shambhala Estate in Bali offers more than superficial rest and relaxation: it offers a very . . .
Urban Residence with Charming Terrace
The interior design ethos present within this undertaking is one of quintessentially Scandinavian modern eclecticism that is both warm and restrained. Upon viewing this urban hideaway, one is instilled with a sense that every piece of furniture, each wall hanging, all of the purposefully placed books and even the often quirky, choices in lighting, tell . . .
Chic Contemporary Spaces Rendered By Anh Nguyen
Talented Vietnamese  interior designer and artist, Anh Nguyen explores the effects of natural light on the highly reflective surfaces of white walls, tinted concrete floors and white marble accents. The result is gorgeous chic contemporary spaces which provides a luxurious yet relaxed lifestyle. For this post, we cherry picked some beautiful images from his portfolio.
Vertical Gardens
Vertical gardens have been part of the human narrative since 500 BC when King Nebuchadnezzar II built The Hanging Gardens of Babylon to cure the homesickness that ailed his wife, Amytis of Media. The therapeutic benefits of gardens and the practice of gardening have also enjoyed a long association with Eastern philosophy and today, are . . .
Wood Look Tiles
With this collection, we explore a relatively new but seemingly popular element in interior design: wood look tiling. Despite their convincing hardwood aesthetic, these images actually feature ceramic floor and wall tiles from Ariana Ceramica Italiana. Some of the obvious benefits relate to cleaning and maintenance, their environmentally friendly appeal and their ability to accommodate . . .
External Sitting Areas
The outdoor room is not a new concept. It is merely a new term given to that, which is created by the engaging medium of landscape architecture. However, it is the expression that best describes these projects from Rolling Stone Landscapes, which illustrate the versatility of external spaces and provide inspiration to be adopted by . . .
Apartment Showcasing an Estonian Edge
It is a little known truth that Estonia is emerging as country with its own signature interior style, every bit as recognizable as those of neighboring Scandinavia. Mühlbach Interiors is one such design house, dedicated to creating bespoke interiors, that is forging the way for the Estonian industry. Mühlbach is most notable for its commitment . . .