Amsterdam-based studio Laura Alvarez architecture has designed a rental holiday retreat in the natural park in the north of Spain emerging from a stone-ruin within a more than two-hectare terrain of natural landscape. The home typology is based on a traditional construction of the area called ‘cabaña pasiega’ (peasant cabin) but with a contemporary twist....
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Cave-Like Villa in Greece With Sculptured Living Spaces
If you are looking for a gorgeous holiday home to get inspired, look no further because here it is! Welcome to the remote Greek island of Santorini, where blue domes and white dwellings embedded in stone celebrate Cycladic architecture. This summer house designed by Kapsimalis Architects is located in Oia, a place known for its...
3 Tips And 23 Examples To Create An Art Deco Bathroom
Art deco is a style of visual arts, architecture and design that first appeared in France just before World War I. It combined modernist styles with fine craftsmanship and rich materials. It was strongly influenced by the bold geometric forms of Cubism. Bold, modern, geometric and very refined – this style is what we all...
Vintage Barcelona Loft With Timber And Brick In Decor
Interior designer Marta Castellano and architecture studio Serrat-Tort have injected personality and charm while retaining the original industrial appeal of this Barcelona loft. In renovating this open plan, exposed brick lined loft in Barcelona, interior designer Marta Castellano whitewashed the original herringbone timber floors in order to create a sense of cohesion across the varied...
Luxurious Duplex On Top Of A Historic Building
A new penthouse was added to the top of a historic building in New York’s Tribeca neighborhood. Named Cast Iron House, the original structure was completed in 1881 and is one of the city’s best examples of 19th century cast-iron architecture. located on the corner of Franklin Street and Broadway, the building contains 11 duplex...
Victorian House With Modern And Bold Interiors
When you are looking at this Victorian era house in the Melbourne suburb, you wouldn’t expect to see a chic modern home inside but here it is! Let’s have a look at this dramatic combo of Victorian era aesthetic with chic contemporary design. Melbourne’s renowned Techne Architecture + Interior Design have elevated light-filled spaces with...
Contemporary Duplex Overlooking The Thermaic Gulf In Greece
Spanning just over 1,000 square feet, this contemporary duplex in Thessaloniki, Greece, overlooks the Thermaic Gulf and was designed by NORMLESS Architecture Studio for a young, growing family. The project scope involved a full renovation of the two-floor space to create a functional, cozy space for the homeowners. The modest square footage required utilizing every...
Forest House On A River With A Dark Exterior And A Courtyard
Located just outside of Seattle in Greenwater, Washington, near Mt. Rainier is a new 2-bedroom residence designed by Robert Hutchison Architecture. Spanning 1,900 square feet, the house sits within a forest right on the banks of the White River, blending in with its wooded surroundings. The home’s exterior is clad in custom-run Western red cedar...
Chic French Chateau With Original Features And Modern Furniture
French designer Pierre Yovanovitch and his business and life partner Matthieu Cussac were looking for a modern home in Provence when Pierre came across an ad for a château in the back of a magazine. Fast forward through its purchase and three years of restoration, and the new home of Pierre and Matthieu is now...
9 Cool Modern Outdoor Lamps And Lights To Try
As the outdoor season is on, we continue sharing the coolest ideas of décor, furniture, appliances and other stuff for various outdoor spaces – from balconies to patios. Today’s roundup is dedicated to an important thing that is often hard to choose: an outdoor lamp. Outdoor lights are hard to find because you need to...