Studio apartments are notoriously difficult to decorate – especially within smaller layouts. The simplest approach is to create a coordinated style that extends throughout the entire home, but that option can restrict the creativity and expressive potential of the occupants. The other option is to create a different theme within each functional area, but this . . .
Category: House Tours
The posts in this section give a complete round up of great homes and try to include imagery from every possible room in the home.
LEGO Play Pond: The Ultimate LEGO Themed House
This incredible home could make anyone feel like a kid again. HAO Design Studio completed this apartment renovation dedicated to play, imagination, and of course… LEGO! At first glance it looks like any other modern family apartment – sleek materials and contemporary forms and wide open spaces – but the magic is in the details. . . .
A Kid-Friendly Apartment Renovation by Ruetemple Architects
Ruetemple architects renovated this amazing Moscow apartment for a young family with children. The clients desired bright and comfortable living spaces, in addition to a total kid-friendly transformation of the neglected attic above. While the subdued design theme suits the sophisticated tastes of the parents, the layout boasts a number of exciting hidden features just . . .
Wedge Shaped House Is Britain’s House Of The Year
The extraordinary Flint House by Skene Catling de la Peña has just been named Britain’s House of the Year by the Royal Institute of British Architects, and it’s hard to imagine a construction more worthy of the honor. Commissioned by Lord Rothschild and located on the expansive grounds of a Buckinghamshire estate, it effortlessly adapts . . .
3 Natural Interior Concepts With Floor-To-Ceiling Windows
Haven’t you always admired homes with gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows? They make it seem so easy to integrate natural decor elements because the real thing is right there, behind nothing but a pane of glass. Each of the following homes place a heavy emphasis on natural elements but each one takes a different approach. The first . . .
Amazingly Modular Small Family Apartment With Lots Of Playful Spaces
Ruetemple created this versatile home for a young family with two young children. As with anything involving energetic kids, creative thinking and smart planning were huge necessities rather than just a stylistic choice. While the bones of this small family home are rather ordinary, the architects at Ruetemple were able to accomplish amazing feats within . . .
An Industrial-Inspired Apartment With Sophisticated Style
With renovated warehouses taking the world by storm in cities where housing space is at a premium, an exciting interior style trend has cemented itself into the world’s design lexicon: modern industrial. It’s a practical way to embrace the original bones and functionality of a space, and it just so happens to look fabulously sophisticated . . .
A Stylish Family Apartment From Made Go Design
Sleek minimalist spaces are hugely popular these days, but they’re not always practical – the world still needs cozy and comfortable homes too! This interior by Taiwan-based Made Go Design combines the best of both worlds by embracing warm colors, soft textures, and useful details. The design still expresses the smart modernism we’ve all grown . . .
3 Modern Homes With Amazing Fireplaces and Creative Lighting
Everybody loves the ambiance created by fireplaces and well-placed lamps, but these fixtures don’t simply disappear when the sun comes out to play. Rather than relegating them to the realm of functional necessities or design afterthoughts, attractive lighting and creative fireplaces can serve as crucial decor elements even when they’re not being used. These homes . . .
Modern Warehouse Renovation at Historic Ransome’s Dock
Located at Ransome’s Dock in Battersea, this unique London apartment occupies the space previously occupied by Victoria Beckham’s design studio. With its unique location surrounded by famous fashion houses and respected architectural practices, this warehouse renovation demanded nothing short of excellence and innovation, delivered by architect Rafael Borrego in conjunction with CLPD and Italian kitchen . . .
A Cool Beachfront Villa With Geometric Architecture
A small family dreamed of building a villa with a view of the sea at Marbella, a Spanish resort town situated between the mountains and Costa del Sol (“Coast of the Sun”). Unfortunately, securing a beachfront plot proved impossible due to the popularity of the location – so the architects at 123DV had to take . . .
Small Home Designs Under 50 Square Meters
These homes make the most of their compact layouts – each one is smaller than 50 square meters in size, yet packs an abundance of unique personality. Whether you’re dreaming of a small home to call your own, or just want to make the most of what you already have, these spaces demonstrate how creative . . .
A House With 4 Courtyards [Includes Floor Plans]
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Designed by architect Andrés Stebelski, this innovative home features a tessellated layout alternating between modern courtyards and cubic structural segments. The black metal frame maintains a thin profile to allow an unobstructed view over the gardens and into the neighboring rooms. Located just west of Mexico City the site posed several important constraints: such a . . .
A Sculptural Cliffside Home With A Breathtaking Tropical View
Aptly named The Edge, this cantilevered Queensland home seems to hover over the steep tropical cliffs of Flagstaff Hill, soaking up a beautiful view of Four Mile Beach where the rainforest meets the reefs. Designed by Charles Wright Architects, this award-winning property recently made big waves when it hit the market, available fully furnished and . . .
3 Beautiful Scandinavian Style Interiors
The Scandinavian style is ideal for spaces of all sizes. Its emphasis on minimal clutter, light colors, and beautiful, natural materials makes it easy to accommodate in many different layouts. The three homes featured here each have their own take on the design style, from stark white to much more colorful. Further, the comparison between . . .
3 Takes on Modern Apartment Design
Modern living seems to be what everyone strives for in one way or another. Even the throwback artisans that want to make their own candles and bake bread from scratch do not shy away from modern conveniences like washing machines and the internet. The three apartments featured in this post, each of which measures in . . .
4 Homes Using Concrete as a Stylish Accent
The effect of exposed concrete can run the gamut from cold and institutional to playful and artistic. It may not be for everyone, but concrete does add a unique texture and atmosphere to a space. If not done correctly, it can feel unfinished, as if you forgot the drywall. But in the hands of the . . .
A Cool Grey Interior for a Free Spirit
An interior space is a reflection of the person that lives there. Even a hotel room that is inhabited for a single night takes on the tenor of the person staying there. That’s why it is so important for interior designers to be able to really understand the inner workings of their clients so that . . .
Chic Scandinavian Loft Interior
The traditional loft design with no dividing walls and a warehouse feel is not exactly comfortable for everyone. Still, the open loft aesthetic is ideal for converting old industrial spaces into new, hip living quarters. This apartment in a building known as “Loft Town” in Vilnius, Lithuania, from the architects at InArch, is a perfect . . .
2 Small And Cute French Apartments Under 50 Square Meters Designed By Margaux Beja
There is a reason that so many of us look to French style for inspiration – from clothing to interiors to cuisine. The French way of life simply seems to take these things, the comforts in life, the moments of relaxation, the odd glass of wine or the shared smiles over an espresso, a bit . . .
3 Creative Interiors that Utilize Bright Accents
Bright colors are nothing to be afraid of. There is no reason to confine the most vibrant yellows or furious fuschias to the garden. In the hands of the right team, splashes of the brightest parts of the spectrum can be modern, sophisticated, and downright chic. The three interiors featured in this post, each from . . .