Sonoma, California is the heart of wine country. But while rolling hills covered in lush, green vineyards may be the first image you conjure, there is a lot more to Sonoma than swirling a glass or smashing a grape. The house we are featuring today sits nestled into a Sonoma hillside, overlooking the valley below. . . .
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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.
A South African Home that Maximizes Nature Reserve Views
When you have a home perched atop a hill in South Africa, chances are you may get some truly spectacular views. But in this home, from the team at Nico van der Meulen Architects, the views are nothing short of amazing. The Johannesburg home was designed for a family and is located at the foot . . .
Gorgeous Use of Wood Takes this Artistic Mansion to the Next Level
This beautiful hilltop home from Bligh Graham Architects is a sight to behold both inside and out. Its varied volumes connect seamlessly, emphasizing outdoor spaces, natural light, and of course, wood finishing. The wood throughout the home is not perfectly matched to every other room. Instead, the different shades complement each other with each different . . .
4 Cute and Stylish Spaces Under 50 Square Meters
As it turns out, 50 square meters (538 square feet) is plenty for a beautiful, livable space. And not just for one person, but for a whole family. In this post, we feature four small homes that are totally These four lovely yet small apartments are carefully appointed, well organized, and completely stylish.
A Contemporary Apartment with Lots of Open Space
Open space is key to so many contemporary designs. The flow from one room to another – of people, of color, and of light – is what makes these designs work. It creates a welcoming home from an otherwise barren space. This apartment from designer Marta Gord manages to make exceptional use of space, keeping . . .
Micro Home Design: A Super Tiny Apartment With Just 18 Square Meter Area (Under 200 Square Feet)
The next time you find yourself wishing you had more counter space in your bathroom or making the excuse that you just don’t have room in your house to workout, think about this micro home. Designed for an athletic weightlifter and visualized by One Studio, this apartment measures only 18 square meters (less than 200 . . .
A “Smart” Penthouse in Kiev is the Perfect Party Pad
When you’ve got an active social life and a little bit of money to invest, there’s nothing quite so attractive as a crash pad for all your friends. But today, there’s a lot more to this kind of indulgence than a few tattered sofas and a forgiving landlord. With this penthouse in Kiev, Olga Akulova . . .
An Opulent Chinese Mansion Straight Out of the 80s
The beauty of interior design is that no matter what the current trends, the best spaces take inspiration from current styles and marry them to retro or vintage looks to create something that’s ultimately unique. This opulent house with a clearly modern exterior and structure uses interior elements that have a distinct feel that is . . .
A Colorful Modern Space for a Stylish Couple
Many modern homes are so starkly simple that they can be nothing but minimalist. Others include lots of artsy design elements and Eames chairs that could never be called minimal. And still others are like this lovely space from the architects at Valentirov. A careful balance between color and neutral, between simplicity and practical style. . . .
White Walls and In-Floor Storage Make This Creative House Design Special
White and wood may be common enough when it comes to the soothing simplicity of Japanese-inspired designs. So too may creative storage options be less than unique. Still, when everything is assembled masterfully, as in this striking house from the designers at Indot (with photos from Hey!Cheese) the results can be quite impressive and indeed . . .
A Kids Friendly Apartment Design With Lots Of Playful Features
In this lovely, modern home for a family in Kiev there are not only open, airy places for the entire family to congregate, but also plenty of colorful, cozy retreats for the brood that resides here. Natural elements that include wood and stone work in concert with the bright colors of children’s cartoons (especially the . . .
Ultra Tiny Home Design: 4 Interiors Under 40 Square Meters
There’s simple, small living. And then there’s this. The four homes featured here are not just small. They’re tiny. Each clocks in at less than 40 square meters (430 square feet) and yet manages to feel cozy and not even cramped. Of course, the reality of tiny house living might be a little different — . . .
Minimalist Apartment for a Family of Four
This apartment in Vladivostok, Russia measure 95 square meters (1022 square feet) and yet manages to make enough comfortable space for a young family of four. The design of the home is starkly minimal, making it seem much larger than it actually is and serving to call attention to the materials and geometry of every . . .
2 Loft Ideas For The Creative Artist
Finding beauty in your surroundings is key to maintaining a happy home. But when you make your life and living as an artist, you must also be able to find inspiration there. While some artists may be inspired by vast swaths of blank canvas or the ultimate in simplicity, others prefer mementos of their lives, . . .
A Seductive Home with Lush Colors and Double Baths
Most people want their home to feel at least somewhat inviting and certainly comfortable. But there is the idea of plenty of seating and warm light – and then there is this home. This space, from the architects at PLASTERLINA and visualizer Jan Wadim that does more than welcome: it seduces. With plush textures and . . .
Interior Design For Musicians: 2 Classy Music Themed Home Designs
No matter who we are, the place we live reflects our deepest thoughts, dreams, and preferences. But when we are creative people, that is perhaps even more true. The two home featured here both belong to musicians. It is clear that their love of creativity and music in particular inform their design choices. When you . . .
Chic Scandinavian Studio With Lofted Bed
A lot of things come to mind when you think about the countries of Scandinavia. Whether it’s a flaky cheese Danish, a a cozy Norwegian sweater, the view of the Aurora Borealis from Helsinki or, you know, Ikea – the region is as diverse as it is beautiful and somewhat mysterious. Scandinavian design was born . . .
Loft Design For A Family That Makes Clever Use Of Its Space
Even people who love the idea of loft living might consider it great for themselves but wouldn’t deign to bring a child into that kind of concrete and metal atmosphere. However, as this brilliant space from the architects at Rules Architekti shows, with the right elements and design sensibility, a loft can be totally appropriate . . .
50 Square Meter Space Saving Apartment Layout For Young Family
It’s one thing to extol the virtues of small, simple living for an artist or a young couple, but it is an entirely different challenge to make a minimalist space work for a family with a teenager. Still, architect Piotr Matuszek has done a tremendous job of taking a space that measures just 50 square . . .
4 Studios Under 50 Square Meters That Use Playful Patterns To Good Effect
When you have a studio apartment that measures less than 50 square meters (538 square feet) like these ones do, it can be tempting to coat everything in a nice neutral in order to make it feel as if there is more space. But as you’ll see in the following homes, a sparkling pop of . . .
A Suburban Kiev Apartment Design with Luxury (and Budget) in Mind
This weekend home in the Kiev suburbs comes from the talented designers at Yo Dezeen. The appearance and feel of luxury was achieved for this particular family home without breaking the bank. The resulting space is a perfect retreat for a family of five that each has their own unique tastes but must figure out . . .