Electric blue decor and pink accents pulse through this modern studio apartment, designed and visualised by VAE . The interior space is also energised by motivational wall quotes and quirky art, which add quirky personalisation. The studio apartment layout features a modern murphy bed and a sectional sofa that can be broken apart for daily flexibility. There is also an extendable breakfast bar that enables casual dining with a view of the tv that’s situated in the lounge - despite having the luxury of a formal dining area with a city view....

This superb set of interior design visualizations, by designer Asaf Bakhshiyev , of Baku, Azerbaijan, displays magical detailing along with a great understanding for small spaces and the shared living areas present in today’s modern homes. Unexpected architectural interest is created in the irregular curve of the doorway between the hall and the living room, featuring circular cutouts that capture tiny vignettes of the room as you draw nearer. A mirror with complimentary elliptical shapes flanks the left side to continue the theme along the full length of the space....

Bring a touch of greenery to your favorite interior placements with this attractive grow light design. This piece makes it possible to enjoy lively houseplants even in spaces that don’t receive enough natural sunlight – a dark corner, a hidden-away shelf, or even a windowless office. While most grow lights feature cold metal framing and harsh purple lights, this piece makes a warm impression that looks right at home within a modern decor theme....

A modern take on the classic cuckoo clock. A great feature of this beautiful clock is the natural chirping sounds the bird makes. Fusing living modules creates the effect of spatial expansion; this ideal became the driving force of these two exemplary interior remodels, each measuring in at 110 square metres. Internal non-structural walls were ripped out to begin anew, with living room layouts reimagined into fluid multifunctional spaces. Bedrooms and bathrooms have been transformed too, with hi-end furniture, fixtures and unique touches to personalise and define....

Keep cold drinks cold and hot drink hot with this double walled bird glass . It can serve as a unique piece of decor too when not in use! Imaginative people thrive in inspiring surroundings, that’s why art makes an essential home decor accent for young professionals in the creative industries. However, there also needs to be breathing space for originality to ignite and grow. These two stylish apartment interiors hit the balance just right....

A free floating heavenly body emitting light while spinning? Could this moon lamp be any more perfect? Brilliant blue accents bring upbeat energy to these two unique home interiors. Bold artwork and contemporary furniture choices shape a snazzy aesthetic that keeps the eye engaged and the mind open. Our first blue accent home interior has a youthful, fun-loving and welcoming spirit that’s communicated through confident use of pattern and quirky elements....

Whether you’re the green-fingered sort or you just want a cute glass vessel to stuff string lights into, these mini greenhouse terrariums are simply darling. In lush natural surroundings of mature trees, dense shrubs, and soft lawns, low linear architecture melds sympathetically with the environment. The sleek, man-made linear form beds peacefully into nature’s emerald cushion to create a balance of life, firmly rooted and standing strong alongside one another. Today, we’re celebrating our love of linear architecture with two contemporary home designs....

Just how cute are these beautiful egg holders by Peleg Design! Plants and trees form the highlight of this modestly sized house in Da Nang, Vietnam, both inside and out. The 100 square metre house, named the ‘Q house’ by architects Q Concept was shaped out of an idea for a tropical house to suit the Mid-Vietnam weather conditions. The large front garden is a nature “threshold” that delivers natural light and air to the home, which is quite a luxury in the densely populated cities of Vietnam....

Or should we call them egguins ? Aside from being a conversation starter, you can use these to store, boil or serve eggs. Based in Hod HaSharon, Central Israel, this 80 square metre apartment with a 16 square metre balcony has been transformed for its new owner. Maya Sheinberger redesigned the flat for a woman in her late seventies who bought the apartment to be close to her family who had relocated to the city‏....

As the temperatures drop and cozy winter evenings beckon, there’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm drink. Even more so when it’s thoughtfully designed tableware. Case in point: Wenshuo tableware. This brings both functionality and aesthetic charm to your table—making it perfect for sipping hot cocoa, enjoying morning coffee, or serving desserts during gatherings. The irregular design of the Wenshuo Crinkle Drinking Glasses adds texture and charm, making every sip feel special....

Actor Brad Pitt has partnered with real-estate developer and philanthropist Steve Bing to create low-price, sustainable homes as part of the " Make it Right " project. A set of duplex designs were proposed by 13 of the world’s top architects to visualize and design green, sustainable houses for hurricane Katrina victims.The designs had to be flexible, with “interchangeable floor plans that allow the families to change the size and configuration of the two homes as their family size, needs or economic situation changes....

Lighting probably plays the most important role in good design practice. Once you know what type of lighting you need, be it task, ambient and/or accent lighting, you can use it to good effect to change the mood of a room. Here are some fancy lights that push the very concept of what lights can be. The Coffee Lights are very humorous and give the shades a soft glow while offering the practicality of task lighting in the kitchen....

on Flickr sure knows how to make us keep coming back. Having been featured in HD this April, he is back again with another set of gorgeous designs that capture our imagination. It is a true mix of spaces you will find here - ranging from scooter parked living rooms to PC retail stores. Enjoy… The blogosphere is abuzz with news of Google+ now opening its gates for brands and websites to establish their presence....

With properties getting smaller and smaller, what solutions are out there to free up the floor area? You may already be familiar with popular favorites like lift top coffee tables for multipurpose storage or wall-mounted entertainment centers to reduce furniture bulk. But those everyday essentials are just the beginning! In this post, we take a look a some space saving heroes that go above and beyond. This pull-out dining design, by Alno , may look like a lightweight worktop extender, but features sturdy seats that can cope with loads up to 100 kilograms and a very generously sized table top that simply slides away after dinner....

A statement chandelier forms the crowning glory over a luxurious living space. Large and magnificent, sparkling modern chandeliers add an undeniable wow factor with an eye-catching sculptural element and an enchanting, atmospheric glow. This collection of four seductive contemporary home interiors invoke luxurious lighting to build dramatic spirit, and to add core stability to large and impressive layouts. In these high-end spaces, we will also draw inspiration from chic furniture pieces, spacious arrangements, elegant decor, high-contrast colour palettes and exquisite home accessories....

There’s nothing quite as refreshing as a good shower, whether you’re after an early morning wakeup, a midday rejuvenation, or a hot blast to relax the muscles after a long tiring day; standing under that strong stream of droplets just takes some beating. So with that in mind, don’t our beloved shower rooms deserve an extra special piece of our attention? Of course they do. Forget about the standard meager sized shower heads that dribble out an apologetic and spluttering jet, and the bog-standard off-the-rack cubicles that imprison you in their boring surrounds....

A beautiful home need not ignore the comfort of its inhabitants. One of the best ways to create a comfortable and welcoming space is to include plenty of soft, luxe textures through the use of upholstery. The two homes featured in this post use a contrast of textures between polished stone, gold, large windows, and beds and sofas upholstered with soft, inviting fabrics. The designs that result from such contrasts are stylish as well as welcoming, truly asking guests to get comfortable and stay awhile....

Amsterdam sees the dawn of a Starbucks brand reinvention that will span across Europe, conducted by Dutch-born concept design director, Liz Muller. The coffee giant has opened up several individualized concept stores recently, in various cities throughout the world, like the store made from shipping containers just outside of Seattle. In a departure from the typical homey look we have become accustomed to, the concept store, which is located in the former vault of a historic bank on Rembrandtplein, will be a place of sustainable interior design made from a combination of recycled and local materials; the benches, tables, and the fascinating ceiling art consisting of 1,876 pieces of individually sawn wooden blocks, is repurposed Dutch oak, and the walls are lined with wooden gingerbread molds, bicycle inner tubes, and antique Delft tiles....

Unique accent pieces pepper this 900-square-meter luxury home in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. Visualized by Shexia Space Design , this home interior is a modern vision that amuses the eye at every turn. From colorful accent chairs to striking light fixtures, there is always an interesting focal point or two to elevate every room. We’ll find a unique TV wall in the open-plan living space, observe the grand aesthetic of a double-height dining room void, and tiptoe up an elegant spiral staircase design....

The reality of any living space is often quite different from the pictures presented in books on on blogs. In this Scandinavian apartment, from designer Denis Krasikov , has the distinction of looking lived in while still appearing picture perfect. This first image gives us a beautiful overview of the open apartment and it’s bright white walls and ceiling. Accessories like a chevron stripe throw and gray striped pillows are comfortable and complementary....