Sunken rooms are unique features you can add to a home to make it special. They used to be quite popular back in the ’60s and they recently resurfaced. Sunken living rooms aka conversation pits are most common but there are also other types of sunken spaces to consider, each with its own set of…
We’ve previously talked a lot about fire pits in general and how you can organize them and make it more comfortable and inviting. What we didn’t really focus on until now is the actual fire pit. Yes, the seating and the decor are important but everything ultimately revolves around the pit which sits at the…
If you’ve never used cork in any of your DIY projects you’ve been missing out on a lot of fun features and ideas. We’re not talking just about cork sheets but also about wine corks which, believe it or not, can be upcycled in lots of interesting and clever ways. You can find some of…
Short, long, wooden, metal, upholstered or padded — benches come in an endless array of styles and materials. It’s a good thing too because a stylish bench can add a bit of flair and a lot of convenience to any room in the house. Historical sources say that benches were a common type of simple…
It’s important every once in a while to just enjoy the little things in life. Stop and smell the roses as they say or look up and admire the trees. Their leaves are so beautiful and you can do a lot of cool things with them. I used to preserve them in books when I…
Whether you’re working from home or in an office space, a good desk is a must. Of course, what that actually means is very subjective and can differ from case to case. It’s important to set your priorities straight so you know exactly what you’re looking for. Even then you have tons of options to…
Wall bookshelves are a lot more versatile than you’d think. It’s not just books that they can hold but also a variety of other things, depending on the type of space they’re in as well as any specific storage needs and preferences. There are also lots of cool and interesting designs to consider besides the…
Le Pine is the latest amazing project completed by SAOTA in Saint Tropez, France. It’s a family summer house which sits on a long and narrow site that transitions into a beautiful pine forest towards the South. The pine trees played an important role in the project, with various symbolic representations being scattered throughout the…
We only realize just how many different types of mirrors there are when we’re actually faced with the challenge of choosing one. It’s when we start to discover all the different types and styles and all the features that a simple bathroom mirror can have. A few things to consider before making a decision are…
Appliances are becoming more advanced by the day. One appliance we take advantage of every day are our faucets. They are a household’s main provision of water. Without a faucet, where would you clean your hands, wash your dishes, or even get drinking water? Our kitchens and bathrooms are dependent on faucets, so it’s best…
Sliding barn doors are making a huge comeback and they’ve actually been getting plenty of attention over the past few years. They’re highly appreciated for their ability to make spaces look warm, cozy and homely. What’s also great is that you can turn this into a DIY project. A barn door hardware kit plus the…
As you probably already know, a lot of the Halloween decorations make use of candles. It’s just the classic jack-o’-lanterns that use them but also all those spooky luminaries that you may or may not be familiar with, the creepy candle holders that are nothing without the candles and lots of other things. That’s why…
After the sofa, the coffee table is likely the biggest focal point in the living room, and if it’s not — it easily could be. For decades, the average coffee table was generally rectangular and, frankly, a little boring. Fast forward to today and there are countless styles available to jazz up the living room….
The secret to creating an interior design that stands the test of time is balance. That of course translates into a variety of different design strategies, depending on each project’s defining characteristics and requirements. In the case of this 80 square meter apartment located in Curitiba, Brazil the goal was to design a bachelor pad…
In an effort to make the most of the gorgeous views visible from the site, the 05 AM Arquitectura team chose to reorient this stunning white house. They didn’t line it up with the rest of the properties but actually rotated it so it sits perpendicular to the hillside. This gives it a better orientation…