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…
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….
A house with its entire exterior clad in raw, unfinished concrete doesn’t really sound very welcoming but some architects may surprise you. One of them is Luciano Kruk who designed this wonderful residence from Dique Luján, Argentina. It’s called 10 House and it’s part of a gated community which opens up to a beautiful lagoon….
Midcentury Modern Seattle Loft designed by Mowery Marsh Architects. One project that has been huge for us this year is our Seattle renovation. When an interior designer colleague of Brian’s found this mid-century modern home, he didn’t miss a beat and said… ‘Sure we’ll help you design the renovation!’ And so the collaboration began, with amazing results….
An unassuming home in Washington’s San Juan Islands is far more than meets the eye because it uniquely connects to the landscape while serving as a stylish canvas for the owners to display their new art collection. Designed by Seattle architects Tom Kundig, the home was conceived in a way that makes the most of…
Originally introduced in the 1700s, the sofa table used to be a long, drop-leaf piece placed in front of the sofa and included drawers for storage and decorations. Today that’s no longer the case. The sofa table kept its name but is no longer associated with the sofa in many cases. It became a versatile…
While some interior design elements and trends disappear over time, others adapt and transform. A good example is the fireplace which has never really gone out of style. It’s still wonderful to have a fireplace and there are lots of types and styles to choose from. Modern fireplaces have a charming simplicity to them and…
The last few years have seen the world steadily move away from polished modern surfaces and sparkling, artificial finishes inside homes to a setting that is far more organic and natural. Finishes that imbibe natural beauty along with warmth of wood have become a bit of staple of sorts in most living rooms across the…
A pergola is a garden feature which is used to created a shaded sitting area or walkway and which can either be a standalone structure is an extension of a building. A lot of contemporary homes have pergolas and we’re very curious to see how the designs have been adapted to suit the style and…
Although the site on which it stands is small, the Fuseika House actually enjoys a privileged location. Only the Northern side of the lot is adjacent to another neighboring residence, with the other three sides being open. This immediately inspired the architects to try to emphasize the connection between this modern Japanese house and its…
The Quadrant House gives new meaning to the whole concept of modern home by breaking the mold and standing out in a very cool and at the same time unusual way. The house was designed and built by studio KWK Promes in 2018 and is located in Poland. Its owners wanted it to be a…
Unless you’re already familiar with the subject, shipping for bar stools is not easy and can get pretty confusing at times because there’s more to a bar stools than just looks. The selection below shows a few modern bar stools with designs and features that might surprise you. The The The Swing series designed by…
South Africa is known for a lot of things among which is its dynamic and eclectic architecture. With Cape Town being a World Design Capital, you can expect to see here a variety of amazing structures with contemporary designs as well as many other styles and a whole range of inspiring features and details. We’re…
Autumn is here and that means it’s once again time to make our homes look extra cozy by replacing all those breezy summer decorations with something better suited for fall. A wreath would be a great start and as always we’re prepared to share with you some of our favorite fall wreath ideas for this…