Away from the crowded metropolis of New York, the architects Calvin Tsao and Zack McKown… spotted a farmer’s cottage and transformed it into a beautiful weekend retreat. The house, located in the breezy area of Rhinebeck, NY, spreads over 1,200 square feet, entirely surrounded by luxuriant vegetation. A walk through the woods and you’re back in time, when simplicity and
By Raphaelle
Welcome to a modern 6,650 square foot contemporary house offering picturesque views over the stepped terraces of an ancient hillside vineyard near Stuttgart, Germany. Haus am Weinberg was envisioned and implemented by architectural practice UNStudio… with an interesting architectural element in sight: “the twist”. Inside and out, the design is characterized by interesting curves and turns, and so is the
By Lavinia
Especially designed for a family in Moscow with a passion for extravagant modern design, the futuristic Parametrix Kitchen by Geometrix… is quite an unusual interior to behold. All the furniture elements present a highly modern appearance, clear lines, unusual twists and striking color contrasts, their overall effect being out of this world…literally. Even the walls contrast each other, the room
Andalucian Villa, designed by the London-based studio, McLean Quinlan Architects…, is one of the best examples of luxury homes that integrate perfectly in the breathtaking landscape of Spain. With an impressive view upon the Mediterranean shores, the exquisite residence is perfect for summer vacations and endless lounge sessions, away from the rushed urban hours. The tranquil Andalucian landscape embraces
By Raphaelle
When the idyllic scenery and the tradition of Britain’s architectural countryside heritage come together, the result is spectacular. Contemporary times meet the Victorian Age, creating a perfect commitment between old and new. The Radcliff House is one of the finest luxury homes ever seen in Oxford, built and designed entirely by Millegate Homes…, an award-winning housebuilding company. The excellent
By RaphaelleEach year Pantone…, the authority on color and color trends, makes their prediction regarding the latest hot colors. Both fashion and interior designers clamor for their latest selections as they are regarded as the foremost influencer of color trends. This year’s trends consist of 10 amazing hues. They run from soothing neutrals to bold jewel tones and they can
The shores of the Pacific Ocean inspired the Mexican architect, Alberto Kalach… to create an exceptional luxurious mansion with a stunning view, catching every sunrise and sunset, nearby the waters. The Atalaya project lies on a 1,100 square foot of ground, mixing in an impeccable way, basic materials used in the industrial design, such as concrete, neon light or stainless
By Raphaelle
Masahiko Sato, the architect of Architect Show… has defined the K5 house, in Kurume, Japan. With a futuristic kind of look and incredible high ceilings in one of the wings, K5 is ideal for young families, who are not afraid to embrace asymmetry and volumes, without questioning the architect’s sanity. In contrast to the rural landscape, on Sato’s project is
By Raphaelle
A rocky valley near Seoul served as an inspiration for completing the Villa Topoject project, imagined and developed by the ADN… firm (Architecture of Novel Differentiation). The irregularities and the intersection of the different plans blend with the surroundings without disturbing the environment too much. The exquisite black cedar house, placed in a staggering site with luxuriant vegetation rises gently
By Raphaelle
Sixty miles east of the jostling streets of Kuta and Seminyak are the Jasri Beach Villas…, a pair of pristine villas bordering the attenuating seas of the Indian Ocean and lush jungle of East Bali. Camouflaged against the exotic landscape, the villa estate only reveals itself to those searching for the ultimate retreat. Finished with hand-dressed stone and Merbau
By Lavinia
Clifton Leung Design Workshop… sent us photos and information about Royalton House, an apartment blending modern and classic design, located in Hong Kong, China. Here is the official description, as provided by the architects: “Applying the classic white for the core design of the living room, it sets a neutral background for the furniture, floor tiles and décor in brown
By Lavinia
Slightly unusual, this triangular brick house, located in a villa park village in North Holland, has been completed a couple of months ago, by the Dutch architectural firm, Baksvan Wengerden…. Their “mission” was to restore the SH House, a 1932 building, by enlarging the living space and making it more comfortable. Due to the houses’s authentic robust look, the
By Raphaelle
R/D House was envisioned by Tel Aviv-based Paritzki & Liani Architects… as an original single family residence in a seaside location in Hofit, Israel. The exterior architecture of the residence is interesting to say the least: “In order to give the gradients a shape we redesigned the site with oblique planes connected linearly and following the axis of the orientation
By LaviniaThere was a time when the term eco-friendly evoked images of bland, boring and blah materials. Thankfully, that is not the case today. As more and more designers are seeking out eco-friendly materials for their environmentally savvy clients manufacturers have stepped up and given the design world many beautiful options to pick from. I have assembled a guide of the…
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The inspiring vibrant city of New York hides plenty of residential treasures. According to many, Tribeca is one of the top choices when it comes to choosing an apartment in the fashionable city that never sleeps. Amazing lofts, ingenious interior design ideas “trapped” in small apartments, original furnishing and all the luxury you can imagine, sheltered in one place. In
By Raphaelle
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