Designing a contemporary living room that looks edgy, simple and trendy without losing functionality and without diminishing comfort isn’t easy. Finding the right combination of looks and function is always a struggle especially when there are so many different design strategies and so many cool and interesting ideas to explore. We’d like to make that…
White kitchens — homeowners love them while some designers have grown tired of them and are ready to move on. That said, they are still wildly popular just about everywhere. There are lots of reasons why white kitchens have endured and will continue to be popular — from their design versatility and marketability to their…
What type of flooring would one choose for an outdoor area? Well, it depends on the function of the space as well as on a bunch of other factors and there are actually more options than you’d initially think, including some really cool and creative ones. Every little decision ultimately has an impact on the…
Love them or hate them, coffee tables are something special and have lots of charm in their own unique way. Whether it’s an all-glass table or one with a few select glass details inserted in its design, you can be sure it will stand out. Today we’re looking at a few select coffee table designs…
Japanese homes might bring to mind lots of wood and tatami mats, but perhaps surprisingly, concrete structures figure prominently, even in residential areas. In fact, Japan has a wide variety of amazing architecture, especially in the Brutalist style. This architectural style is characterized by the raw materials that are visible in the construction, especially concrete….
Looking for the next home improvement project you could do? How about something that would add some functionality to a space while at the same time contributing to its overall pleasant and welcoming decor? Farmhouse shelves can give you both. They’re a great addition to any space and they’d make a nice DIY project. before…
The history of the loveseat can be traced back to the 1600s when they were basically just larger chairs which noblewomen used to sit on to arrange their puffy dresses. Around that time they also became popular with couples which enjoyed the privacy these seats offered, hence the “loveseat” name which stuck. Today a loveseat…
Located in Santo Domingo, Chile this weekend house has a very simple design directly shaped by the land surrounding it, the climate as well as other elements including the small budget allocated for this project. The Aglae House as it is called was designed and built by studio AFARQ Arquitectos. They avoided adding any unnecessary…
Color plays an extremely important role in our lives. It’s often what defines the character of a person or a space, what makes us find a home to be welcoming and cozy or fun and exciting and what makes our lives special. In the world of interior design, each color has a different meaning and…
They say that first impressions last forever. That might not always be true and our perceptions do change with time. But making a good initial impression always helps and in case of your home it is the entryway and the door that do this job. Subtle details in the design of the entryway and the…
Staircases are a must in structures with multiple levels but at the same time they take up lots of space which could be used in lots of practical ways if not for the staircase’s absolute necessity. Still, that doesn’t mean hope is lost. In fact, if you’re looking to maximize your storage space you could…
Aptly named the Origami House, this residence is wonderfully light and airy, featuring a thin concrete frame, a flat roof and wooden brise-soleils which together manage to complement each other just right. The concrete house is located in Brazil and was designed by studio Bernardez Arquitetura in 2017. It’s a single-story building shaped by the…
A small shed is a nice addition to a backyard or a garden, offering a separate storage area for things like gardening equipment, tools, pots and other things that you don’t want to keep in your house or your garage or that you need outside. You can either buy a storage shed in which you’re…
Some might say there’s not much to think about when designing or planning a shower or a bathroom as a whole. We tend to disagree since even the most minimalist of shower designs require careful consideration and are actually more complex than they seem. Decisions have to be made regarding all sorts of details such…
This is a set of seven residences located in the Guimarães region of Portugal. The entire development was designed and built by architecture studio Grupo Zegnea. You can check out the amazing photos taken by João Morgado below, depicting the wonderful relationship between the houses and their natural surroundings as well as between each other….