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We have no reservations in titling these images from BBB as some of the most exquisite interior renders we have ever come across. They have just bowled us over with their skill in crafting these visuals to such great detail(some of them would pass off as professional photographs) that we would now be keeping an eye on what they are up to in the future! The rooms are pooled with cool light for dramatic shadow effect over textured exposed brick walls, and to bounce over smooth curves of fine home accessories....

We were taking a stroll through the portfolio of designer Andrey Sokruta and definitely enjoyed what we saw there. More of these please! It is that time of the year again! IKEA is back with yet another of its shiny new catalogs that showcase the trends for the year ahead. Scroll down to catch this year’s goodies. (Full catalog and download links embedded at the end of the article) In the modern home, pets aren’t just guests , they’re family....

, brings a new collection of geeky wall decals inspired by video games. Pictures below are taken from the online t-shirt company Threadless’, where in each year people vote to select the t-shirt designs they would like to see on wall decals. One amongst the chosen one is ’the great animal hunt’, which is a crossword puzzle. It’s good news for retro gaming geeks as gaming giant Nintendo has got on with the act, by getting its very popular video game characters - Super-Mario as wall-size stickers....

This imposing piece of top notch architecture, designed & built by renowned London-based Quinn Architects and Estate Four in 2014, sits on a lush green hill amongst mature trees in Bel Air, California, United States. Its high position in Holmby Hills gives the hugely proportioned property a great panorama of the nearby Hollywood Hills, Naturally framed by greenery, the three-level, glass-encased home feels completely private and peacefully secluded in park-like surrounds....

Books, books, and more books. Who can get enough of them? From the musty old smell of an antique bookshop to the crisp, white pages of a newly-bought piece, the allure of reading is one savoured and cherished. How can you share such a solitary activity with others? These forty-six finds, acting as gifts or personal novelties, afford a way for readers to both maintain bookishness and flaunt their passion - simultaneously....

When the heat of summer hits, there’s nothing quite like having a well-stocked and beautifully styled beverage station ready to keep everyone refreshed. Whether you’re hosting backyard BBQs, pool parties, or just enjoying a lazy afternoon on the porch, a dedicated drink station can make entertaining easier and more enjoyable. But function alone isn’t enough. You want a space that looks as good as it works, stylish, organized, and tailored to your taste....

Soft greige decor elements are weighted by heavy black visual anchors in this intense modern home design, where gold accents uplift with a champagne lustre. Visualised by Clean Lines , this bold home interior is designed with small-scale luxury in mind, which is communicated through high-end finishes and bespoke storage furniture installations. White marble cladding enriches a living room focal wall, a sleek kitchen backsplash and floor treatment, and two chic bathroom designs....

These wonderful bathroom designs made us gasp! Irina Schastlivaya can make bathrooms look like works of art, simply by using patterns on tiles. The patterns are not too in-your-face and by that making the space appear even smaller and cluttered - they are unnoticable, at first, but add a whole new dimension to what would easily be a boring bathroom. She always slips one or two eye-catching details that make the space feel inviting....

, acronym for terrains+open spaces is a Thailand based landscape architectural design studio that has given Hilton a very aesthetically pleasing angle. The pictures reveal meters of blue waters that blend into the Gulf of Thailand. The space immediately wants you to get off your shoes and lie down, simply to relax and unwind. In between busy work schedules, this space will definitely want you to grab a few moments of solace....

Located in Billund, Denmark, this LEGO office is intended to be a place of creativity, innovation, and judging by the incorporation of a huge slide leading to the collaboration areas, fun! Designed by Rosan Bosch , and filled with LEGO, the space is full of color, which sings in a sunny environment. The layout tells us that this is a place where ideas are shared and expanded via informal meetings, with the center of the building remaining an open space littered with meeting points, from laptop bar pit stops and bespoke self screening sofas, to bonsai tree bedecked tables and private pods....

There are not many tasks more daunting when moving house than packing up all your books. Over the years, most people seem to acquire many square feet and even more pounds of books that have to be packed, moved, and stored. Wouldn’t it be wonderful, then, to move into a place that had a marvelous shelving system to house and display your entire collection? Each of these images gives us a glimpse into a home that clearly believes in the power of words, and the power of floor-to-ceiling shelving....

You just got to love the variety the Internet offers. There is just so much inspiration lying around. And what’s more, most of it is free. Here is our list of 7 recommended resources that guarantee you a daily source of design inspiration. 1. Apartment Therapy Founded by Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan, Apartment Therapy is one of the heavy weights in the online interior design niche with its blogging network reaching a staggering 3 million unique visitors a month....

‘All that glitters is not gold’ certainly doesn’t apply to the Villa Colani on the Spanish island of Majorca. This house, which was inspired by the well-known designer Luigi Colani, went for a cool $28 million on eBay classified, after being completed in 2009. This ultra luxurious retreat has every comfort covered from the 1,230 square feet of 24 carat gold used in the swimming pool and house to the remote controlled appliances, curtains and security system to the Swarovski crystal panels in the select Colani door The opulent finishes clearly show the houses Majorcan influence....

If you are in India, you may just have been back from participating in the biggest democratic event in human history . We hope standing in a queue to vote didn’t numb you design senses because we got some neat stuff lined up for you - Exquisite Bathroom Designs from Schmidt ! As with most modern bathrooms, these concepts work well if you have a bit of space to play around with....

It’s always a shame to cover up traditional features during a renovation – but the allure of fresh modern design is hard to pass up. This post looks at two attractive interiors that embrace the best of both worlds by preserving classic architectural details while decorating with stylish modern furniture and lighting features. The color themes and materials transcend eras for a totally integrated style that pays homage to the history of the buildings in which they reside....

Check out this collection from Cuisines Morel . The old rule book is thrown clean out of the window when it comes to finish, color and creativity, seeing jaw dropping combinations of rustic, knotty cabinets against a graffiti backdrop, or bright sky blue gloss sandwiched right inside rich wood and white glass. Team all this with flashy extractor units that could easily be mistaken for contemporary works of art, just as at home in a sculpture gallery, and you’re on to a winner....

Powerful rockface feature walls and stone furniture pieces create this exhilarating collection of inspiring home interiors. We’ve included a selection of home designs that explore different depths of stone texture to create fabulous feature walls. From shallow grooves to magnificent mountainsides, there is something here to impress every want and desire. We’ve also thrown in a plethora of hero pieces to impress the stone aesthetic without taking it to the walls, such as a unique stone kitchen island, and one-of-a-kind bathroom designs with stone sanitaryware....

Hydroponics refers to the process of growing plants without using soil as a medium. This becomes especially useful if you are planning to keep plants indoors as no soil means no mess. Moreover the smart gardens of today take care of light, water and nutrients on their own, so when you join the two you get a hands free garden that grows veggies all year no matter what the weather is outside....

Check out these delightfully cute clocks designed by George Nelson that usher in a mid century vibe. Pink and wood decor delicately fills this quirky little studio apartment, designed by Zrobym . Located in Minsk, Belarus, the small home has an area of just 46 square metres. The designers removed all partitions from the home, other than to section off the bathroom, to expand the main living area to its maximum potential....

Many people prefer to play it safe with decoration in the living room or other public-facing areas, often just to make sure the theme is appealing to a variety of guests with unique tastes and preferences. But private bedrooms are a little different – each one is a sanctuary, a place to relax and dream. Bedrooms are one of the few places a guest doesn’t necessarily expect to see during a tour, so residents can feel free to experiment with bolder and more creative bedroom styles ....