Small apartments present several unique structural limitations – lack of storage, insufficient lighting, and cramped floor plans are just a few of the most common restrictions. The four apartments highlighted in this post turn those obstacles into sure strengths. They each carve out their own distinctive styles, no doubt influenced by the requirements imposed by their compact floor plans . From dressing up windows to coordinating color themes across a studio floor plan, these inspiring spaces offer a variety of techniques to try....

Just about everyone loves the idea of having a stylish bedroom, but this is perhaps particularly important to teenagers and 20-somethings. At the younger end of the age scale a bedroom isn’t just for sleep. Tween rooms and teenager’s bedrooms are a place where a large proportion of time is spent just hanging out and seeing friends - either in real life or video chat - and studying (hopefully). Similar can be said about the student demographic of 20-somethings, and even some 30-somethings nowadays!...

A good entryway table can be simple, a sleek surface with the sole purpose of catching your keys and wallet while you take off your jacket. Or it could play a more significant role in your routine, built with neat shoe cabinets and baskets for your winter gloves. But with all needs considered, an entryway table should be attractive and reflective of your interior design sensibilities – after all, this crucial piece of multipurpose furniture will serve as a first impression for guests and will be the last thing you see before leaving for the day....

Flowers are a cheap and easy way to instantly infuse any space with energy and life, so having a few amazing glass vases on hand is an absolute must. Whether it be the foyer, bathroom, waiting room, or bedroom, any room can benefit from a great floral arrangement or a few lush plant clippings in the perfect vase. Not into flowers or plants? No problem! The majority of the picks on our list look great empty too....

Home gyms offer the convenience and flexibility of staying fit without a tedious journey or shared equipment. Working out at home is more than just a trend; it has evolved into a lifestyle choice that is energetically practiced by the masses. Whether it’s a compact corner or a dedicated room, a motivational home gym helps toward fitness goals. With 51 handpicked ideas, this article serves as a comprehensive guide, brimming with tips and inspiration to help you design your very own workout space with style....

Large sofas and large living rooms call for large coffee tables – an essential investment for a beautifully proportioned space. In this guide, we’ve collected our favorite large coffee tables for every home and every interior design style. These pieces feature generous sizing and come in every shape, from classic rectangular coffee tables to stylish circular designs and a range of abstract shapes in between. Finish options include timeless wood, glamorous gold, contemporary silver, and even cozy upholstered designs....

Compared to their traditional counterparts, a tripod floor lamp offers three times the opportunity to make a decorative impact. This bold lamp style is best used as a statement piece – a tripod lamp is not intended to be tucked away behind a sofa or armchair, but actually reaches its full potential out in the open where its distinctive form can be appreciated. We’ve scoured the web to collect our favorite tripod lamp designs in this convenient buying guide, with something for every style and for every budget....

Upholstered benches offer a comfortable take on a classic multipurpose accent, versatile and pleasant to use. We’ve collected our favorite upholstered benches from across the web – something for every style and every interior application. Find a spacious bench to make your entryway more fashionable and functional, a compact bench to provide supplementary seating in a small living space, a luxurious bench to rest at the end of your bed, or a bench with backrest to provide flexible seating at the dining table....

Mermaids boast a rich history rooted in folklore and fiction, and continue to serve as popular characters in modern media to this day – from Disney movies to Harry Potter and other beloved franchises. Are you a fan of these beautifully mysterious creatures, or looking for a gift for somebody who is? This post includes over 50 mermaid-themed items ranging from stylish kitchen accessories and garden decorations , to metal wall art and more....

Designer and visualization artist Andrei Lychkouski designed this Minsk apartment for a bachelor with an eclectic taste for styles that span eras and archetypes – the result is a mixture between the traditional and the ultramodern, carefully decorated with surprising details around every turn. The apartment itself occupies 96 square feet but uses clever techniques to feel even more open and spacious. It’s a smart interior with plenty of interesting pieces of designer furniture to admire, unique layout choices to study, and distinctive color palette ideas that depart from the norm....

since its inception in 2008 has been showing off fantastic homes of artists and entrepreneurs. Todd Selby, the owner of this website is a multi faceted personality with an interest in a variety of activities. Todd’s first photoshoot received a very overwhelming response after which he was approached by several big ad company’s for collaboration. He has worked with Ad Giants such as Nike, fashion guru Vogue, Paris and many more....

Nestled in the heart of Villefranche sur Mer, an architectural marvel rises—a beacon of modernity against the timeless backdrop of the French Riviera. The Moonlight villa , a masterpiece of light and luxury, stands as a testament to contemporary design, with its clean lines and expansive glass facades offering unobstructed views of the Mediterranean’s tranquil waters. Spanning a generous estate, it promises an unparalleled living experience, where every detail echoes the essence of sophistication....

On an elevated south-facing plot of over 1000 square metres, this superb modern property is carved into the rockface in Camp de Mar, Mallorca, Spain. Designed by E5 Holding , the villa itself has a constructed area of 394 square metres over two levels. Villa Statera features a variety of large open and covered terraces and a roof terrace to take in mesmerising views of the Mediterranean Sea. A facade of continuous floor-to-ceiling windows melds the sparkling waterfront panorama with the interior of the home too, which features an upside-down layout with the main living space spread across the top floor and bedrooms located below....

Although lighting is always an essential part of interior design, some designers do little more than include soft track lighting and perhaps a chandelier in the dining area. The lights in this post are so much more than practical. They provide light while also bringing creativity, art, and even humor into any room where they might be placed. Designer:Coelux The lights from CoeLux manage to reproduce natural light indoors, using nanotechnology....

This family home takes the ultra-streamlined sensibilities of modern architecture and combines it with welcoming aesthetic details – a place that feels perfectly contemporary without sacrificing an ounce of charm. Visualized by the talented Daria Alieva , this home features an open concept living space where family can come together for quality time. Then, this tour branches out to explore the reinvigorating master bedroom where parents can recharge and two spectacular children’s bedrooms where imagination is encouraged to come alive....

We are smitten by this modern minimalist’s dream of an apartment designed by St.Petersburg based Modom Studio . The design brief for this 89 square meter (958 square feet) involved setting up a living space for a very mobile couple with a special emphasis on absolute use of white, clean design. The studio designed them a solution that not only went above and beyond regarding the color (or the lack of) requirements but also built into the apartment some nifty features like hidden libraries and sliding doors that completely alter its spatial complexion depending on the configuration....

Way back in June 2011 we brought you early screen grabs from the presentation of Apple’s Spaceship Inspired Future Cupertino Offices , and today we are tantalizing your tastebuds again with Apple’s updated images of the headquarters. The four story extravaganza, thought to be pegged for completion in 2016, has allegedly been taken on by Norman Foster Architects, with Arup cited for consulting on engineering, OLIN for landscape architecture, and Davis Langdon for construction....

Earlier this week, Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced plans for a spaceship-like new office campus in Cupertino, California that would hold up to 12,000 Apple employees and completely revamp the way the company operates. Jobs presented the Cupertino City Council with plans for the four-story, eco-friendly offices reportedly designed by world-renowned Norman Foster Architects . The new offices were designed with green technology and renewable energy in mind, and will operate utilizing Apple’s natural gas facility and an electricity grid as back-up....

No longer deemed as dark and dingy storage spaces that time forgot, attic spaces are now utilized as valuable extensions of the modern home. However, the tricky ceiling angles and variable wall heights can still perplex a homeowner as to the best way to achieve a practical and stylish layout, so we have put together a selection of the best designs which cover an entire spectrum of uses. Attics are commonly harnessed as extra sleep space, and they do indeed make great bedrooms for either children or adults; a small child shouldn’t have too much trouble living with a slightly reduced ceiling height, and a floor hugging platform bed can provide the perfect dimensions under low sloping eaves, ensuring an adults head doesn’t meet a ceiling beam with a bump each morning!...

These bathroom designs by Neutra are pretty inspiring as they give us a stylish perspective on the fusion of traditional and modern materials. This take on modern bath design seems too good to be true with scenic views that any sceptic would confuse for wallpaper! If only all bathrooms were this massive… The rich textures enveloping this bath lend an exotic experience to a modern space. Wood elements always infuse a feeling of warmth and intimacy....