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Styles that possess polar elements like natural and faux, traditional and modern, warm and cool colors, glossy and rugged textures usually create a harmonious ambiance. This always evokes a sense of comfort and interest within a space. These living rooms from Natuzzi ’s 2010 collection are all unique in their own right but do share a common thread- opposing trends. This Italian furniture company provides custom furniture and interior solutions while creating casually elegant silhouettes for irresistible living....

A combination of sleek and slatted wood wall panels smartly hem the living spaces of these two beautifully bespoke house interiors in Moscow, Russia. The modern panelling smoothly merges into custom-built storage units that house TVs and bookcases, and into material-matched kitchens. The effect is high-end and personalised, taking these comfortable home designs into the luxury realm. Designer furniture fits right into the upmarket theme, in combinations of iconic chairs and contemporary concepts....

Two terrific tours of single family house interiors are here to show us how to tackle a red and grey colour palette for maximum impact, each designed and visualised by Tamizor . Our first luxury family home plays host to a vibrant red sectional sofa, red rug and red pendant light combination that dominates an open plan family living space. All other parts of the living area are knocked back in shades of grey and black, with light relief from wood panelling....

From the exterior through the bedrooms and private wine cellar, this modern home from architect Guido Costantino is spectacular. The natural materials in use throughout the home, including slabs of unfinished concrete and beautiful wood floors, play with the idea natural vs. industrial to great effect while each piece of furniture is just enough and never too much. From any angle, this home is impressive. The outdoor pool is the ultimate indulgence....

, a german furniture manufacturing company has had architects Herzog and de Meuron design for a them an amazing place for the presentation of their collection. The building is unique in its concept as it takes inspiration from the typology of the houses in the locality. The end result is superimposition of twelve houses. The insides of the house have the VitraHaus collection at display. Each room has a touch screen where the visitors can browse the catalogues....

Clearly, this is not the first time that we have looked at ways to decorate empty walls . The usual ways of hanging a photo or a painting ought to do it for most people. But not for YOU! You have always been different. You have always craved to be different. You want your space to reflect you. Infographics as wall decor is the newest fad that seems to have kicked in and it is not just the geeks that are getting into it....

Embracing the nuanced palette of timber, the Japandi aesthetic unfolds with evolved subtlety in these two homes. Beyond the seamless blend of Scandinavian functionality and Japanese minimalism lies a deliberate homage to wood in all its tactile glory. Here, material warmth is not merely a backdrop but the protagonist in a story of space, light, and form. These spaces inhabit and elevate the Japandi ethos, allowing wood’s organic richness to dictate a sophisticated dialogue between design and nature....

A quick trip around two apartments that measure under 120 Square Meters (1300 square feet) show how to pack a lot of punch into a modern home. Crisp contemporary furniture, stylish lighting designs and carefully considered layouts make this couple of sophisticated interiors a great source of inspiration. Home number one explores the introduction of some brighter accents into the decor scheme, along with some friendly foliage throughout. Home tour number two is a decidedly more neutral affair, with a more fully fitted approach to custom made furniture....

There is a reason that so many of us look to French style for inspiration - from clothing to interiors to cuisine. The French way of life simply seems to take these things, the comforts in life, the moments of relaxation, the odd glass of wine or the shared smiles over an espresso, a bit more seriously. The two apartments featured in this post, both from designer Margaux Beja , are lovely modern tributes to these French priorities....

Haven’t you always admired homes with gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows ? They make it seem so easy to integrate natural decor elements because the real thing is right there, behind nothing but a pane of glass. Each of the following homes place a heavy emphasis on natural elements but each one takes a different approach. The first utilizes organic Scandinavian inspired accents, the second highlights its natural surroundings via stark modern contrast, and the third opens itself up to the world outside through unique transparent architecture – and all three make fantastic use of full length windows....

Small apartment living is a lifestyle all its own – without much space for furniture and everyday objects, the impact of every single choice grows exponentially. This post explores three compact apartments that make the most of their small floor plans by using creative space-saving techniques, creating multipurpose spaces, and smartly utilizing the simplest color and decor schemes. And despite their restricted sizes, none of these homes sacrifice even an ounce of character....

Traditionally used to reduce discomfort from excessive heat, shield from sparks, and make sure little humans and pets don’t get too close, fireplace screens are undoubtedly a great safety accessory. But did you know that nowadays they are also a fierce design tool that can transform the feel of an entire room? A fireplace screen or firescreen has the ability to instantaneously change the look and feel of your fireplace, often with minimal effort....

Providing basic shelter is one of the most important things a parent can do. But these kids rooms do much more than provide basic shelter. With color, patterns, and custom furnishings, these rooms nurture creative thoughts from every angle. Along the way they manage to provide comfort and even organization from cozy study nooks to swinging hammock chairs to stunningly creative beds, these rooms would be the envy of everyone in the classroom and surely the sight of many boisterous sleepovers....

There are all sorts of considerations to be made when planning a compact bathroom layout. A common concern is what size vanity for small bathroom design. Well, rules are made to be broken. If you covet a spacious shower cubicle then size down your vanity unit. If you want the freedom to spread out makeup, hair styling equipment, or daily vitamins, then size up and make compromises elsewhere. Wall-mounted vanities help make a bathroom appear larger but a full base offers a lot more storage....

Are you looking to embrace a medieval theme for your garden or interior? Attractive dragon-themed decor isn’t exactly a common find – but this post compiles 50 of the most useful, unique, or simply beautiful dragon decorations we could locate. It’s all here! There’s something for every room, from the kitchen to the office. Consider using this post as a go-to resource for your next themed party or just in case you need a gift for a friend who loves fantasy novels....

The laundry hamper can be a sad old sight. Shoved in the corner where your dirty clothes and linen hide, they are often unstylish, unkept and even a little bit mouldy. Give your laundry a new life, by choosing one of our top fifty picks for unique laundry bags and baskets. Suited to a myriad of interiors and styles, they’ll be a sight to behold in your laundry space, bedroom or en route to the local launderette....

An ideal office chair should provide users with durable comfort for long periods of time. Its design needs to be ergonomic, ideally with lumbar support and a variety of adjustments to relieve body discomfort during a long shift. Desirable options include memory foam cushions, mid-to-high backs, and soft leather upholstery, real or faux. Arms should be adjustable to support different tasks and ensure comfortable work on the computer. Last but not least, the best office chair should look great, whether minimalistic, mid-century modern, or traditional....

Home offices are as much a part of the modern home as formal dining rooms these days - in fact, many of us repurpose underused dining areas as workspaces! A home office can be set up within almost any room. Small study areas in bedrooms are commonplace, double workspaces pop up in living rooms to accommodate demand, and even the kitchen often has more than one kind of ‘worktop’. Once you’ve found a good spot, what about the colour scheme, desk design, chair style, shelving needs, and storage furniture to keep the whole thing neat and tidy enough to live with full time?...

Stools are an exceptionally diverse category of furniture, available in a wide range of form factors to suit a wide variety of purposes inside and outside of the home. We’ve scoured the web and tapped our favorite designers to find gorgeous picks for every category. Use this buying guide to find dining stools for your breakfast nook or eat-in kitchen, small accent stools that can serve as supplemental seating, ceramic garden stools that make great plant stands, and upholstered stools you can use as stylish footrests....

Up and down them several times a day, we don’t always see our useful staircases as a thing of beauty. However, this utilitarian part of the home can become the most showstopping piece to an interior design, using imagination and calculation. Consider the sheer size of this installation, and how by making it more sculptural, more personally styled and unique to the space we can manifest something magnificent. If when visualising a staircase you see straight treads and solid risers, compliant spindles and dutiful banisters, then this enlightening gallery of 53 awesome staircase designs will open up you up to a whole new way of linking the levels....