Its materials are recycled and repurposed, but its vision is anything but rehashed. Architect PAD studio was tapped to build an eco-friendly home that could easily fulfill it’s owners basic needs. The result is a manmade pond pool fusion, dramatic front steps and a house that is rustic and contemporary simultaneously. Vivid whites and browns appear inside. A column in the center of the living room is painted white, and has a fireplace built into it. Low sitting wood benches and a unique wooden coffee table also rest in the living area. A white, structured kitchen with wood wall shelving and hanging ceiling lights over looks the lake/pool. This theme carries into the master bedroom, with a low wood shelf, and a wall made from recycled wood.
Light from a spacious terrace fills the living room of this apartment, which is set in Brooklyn. The interior of the living room is bathed in neutral tones, with specks of orange creating a harmonious balance. Bright white walls, recessed lighting and a white, modern chandelier add to the open element. A long wood sliding door separates the main living area from the bedrooms and bathrooms. Bunk beds and a rocking horse placed in the bedrooms suggests that a modern NYC family makes their roots here. A well organized home work station placed against the far wall has more cheery, earth toned colors, creating a space that is both smart and focused. Wide windows let in vast amounts of sunlight, giving this that authentic Swedish interior design influence.
Black accents in the form of window frames and shingles is the only other color to be found on this neutral gray home. Angles jut in and out, creating walls that project outward and recesses within the structure. A flight of concrete steps leads to a concrete base, which holds house itself. During the day, the sun shines in, leaving the house fully illuminated. But at night, things inside are a little different. A single tube shaped fluorescent bulb radiates pink light and heat. Candles on the dining room table create an eerie visual, with flickering lights dancing with the shadows. Drinking glasses and reflective surfaces shine more brightly in the dark setting. The vaulted ceilings, flat, smooth floors, and neutral color scheme are a complete with the flat, static and transformative exterior to perfection. Designed by Ippolito Fleitz Group.
A tall, rounded wood circle fence encloses the property, which consists of a white, wood and brick house. Boasting a library with collection of miniature globes, an outdoor patio with a posh lounge layout, and an in-ground pool, it seems that every room has its own unique theme. Along the main corridor, a huge graffiti mural fills the walls with color. A gray couch, traditional African sculpture and delicate vases are found in the living room. Black end tables and a metallic platform house many of the accents. A large marble coffee table sits within reach of the couch and custom made lounge. More colorful art and kitschy area rugs appears in open areas. The hip, modern styles seen in this house also have a prominent role within the exterior. Designed by Dahl Architects + GHG Architects.
White curtains can either match or bring together the other elements in a room. The transition from soft to hard, modern to classic, or muted to colorful can be made more easily with the introduction of white curtains. On their own, they can stand alone, but white window dressing usually act as a quiet effect. In the bedroom, they can bring in light, soften the mood and exude elegance. White living room curtains may be added for a regal touch, or left parted and let in a sliver of the colorful world outside. Shower curtains in white give bathrooms that sharp, clean look that so much interior design experts tout as being quintessential. Pure white curtains are transformative, will slightly toned hues of white can create objectivity and maturity.
Tall and unimposing, this contemporary house in Zurich stands out. This is mainly because of the full, rich green foliage that surrounds the property on all sides. Created by Rossetti + Wyss Architeken, the theme of simplicity and subtleness is also strongly present inside. The color of the living room has been used in an ingenious way. A carefully chosen shade of off white shows up everywhere. On the ceiling, blond wood beams have been nailed in place, allowing texture to dominate above. Open spaces have only sparse amenities. A neutral colored headboard and frame and two night stands appear in the bedroom, and nothing else. A television, decorative, circular chandelier and a green vase are some of the only decorative details visible.
This Mexican luxury house is completely fixated on light. Lights so strong they could belong to a theater and softer beams from the sun gives each room its unique flair. The furniture, halls and rooms all appear to be oversized, causing viewers to feel dwarfed. Immense in nature, the glass accent pieces and lighting makes for continued drama. An intimate sitting area sits partially obscured by a rounded glass room. Next to the sitting area, a rectangular carved pattern permits slits of light to pour in. Wooden rectangles strung up in rows echo the patterns found in the doors. Every classic design element is mixed with modern elements, in equal parts. Basic geometric shapes have been used to create the outline of each room in a classic structure. Photographs and project Art Arquitectos.
Perhaps one of the most overlooked areas of home interior is actually the exterior. For some, constructing the perfect outdoor space is a labor of love. Others strictly prefer leaving it to the professionals. Within this collection of private yards, gardens and backyard spaces you will find design layouts that appeal to the eye and stir emotion. Tranquil, outdoorsy and utilitarian are the three main words that can be used to describe the perfect backyard design collection. Tables and chairs seemingly appear out of nowhere, carefully placed amongst the trees. In other cases, it is the great outdoors that looks to be encroaching on a comfortable living space. Whatever your personal tastes, new and original concepts can be borrowed from these examples.
The palm trees frequently found around the San Jacinto mountains are ever present around this spacious California mansion. The in-ground pool tempts viewers to test its temperature with their toes, whether its warmed by the sun’s rays or illuminated in soft hues in the moonlight. Large, stone slab tiles block out the common living areas, complimented by clear white walls and floor to ceiling windows. Bright red chairs and geometric patterns are used to break up the white walls. In the bedrooms, long, rectangular windows shapes the natural lighting. Decorating large spaces like California mansions takes time, effort and ingenuity. Opting not to paint the walls, the designer of this San Jacinco mansion chose to capitalize on the square footage in an effort to maximize the vast, open spaces.
Only in recent years has the home office came out from the walls, making it acceptable for homeowners to place their workplaces in common areas. When space is an issue, home offices can spring up next to countertops and in spare bedrooms. Browse this collection of tastefully crafted home office spaces and come up with a few ideas of your own. Home offices work best in spaces where storage is ample. Desks can be purchased or constructed to meet specific dimensional requirements, and CPUs and wiring can be cleverly hidden. Adding a handful of colorful accents, such as flowers and personal photos will not only make your home workspace complete, it will give you access to a world where peace and relaxation becomes second nature.
