Choosing the right colors for each season can transform the look and feel of your home. Neutral bases with occasional pops of color work year-round, but if you want to update your décor for winter, a few striking hues can make a dramatic difference. The top winter color trends for 2020–21 mix versatile neutrals with … Read more

Photos are intended to inspire your design. Some images show decor items for reference. If you want to bring a relaxed boho vibe into your bedroom or any room in your home, macrame is an easy and stylish way to do it. While macrame saw popularity in the 1970s, it remains a fresh and modern … Read more

Great writing often requires both talent and the right environment. Writers and artists need solitude, quiet and room to think — a personal sanctuary where ideas can take root and grow. The Artist’s Muse is exactly that kind of retreat: a compact, well-crafted cabin created by New Frontier Tiny Homes for author Cornelia Funke. Designed … Read more

Mesmerizing slopes that have hosted some of the world’s most significant ski competitions, the imposing Alps as a backdrop and scenery that feels iconic at every turn — Chalet Bel Sol offers a luxury alpine escape that stands apart. Nestled in the renowned ski village of Val d’Isère and overlooking the famous La Face piste, … Read more

2020 brought a sharp rise in working from home, turning spare bedrooms, corners of apartments and even extensions into functional home offices. Whether you’ve transformed a small alcove or added a room that opens onto the backyard, the result is the same: a new space to design. These practical changes have inspired fresh trends in … Read more

Monochrome design is often associated with black and white, but the term also embraces grayscale — a spectrum of grey tones from deep charcoal to whispering white — as well as unified palettes that focus on variations of a single hue. The word itself comes from the Greek monochromos: monos (single) and khroma (color), which … Read more

Transforming an old, worn building into an efficient, elegant modern home creates enormous value—both practical and aesthetic. That is precisely the outcome of the Refurbishment in Sarrià by Sergi Pons architects. This striking Barcelona apartment occupies the ground floor of an older building that once housed a confectionery shop. The renovation preserves elements of the … Read more

A beautiful modern home hinges as much on ergonomics as on aesthetics. The right balance between function and form makes a space both pleasing to the eye and efficient to live in. Space-saving décor and smart, multi-tasking furniture play a big role in achieving that balance, but sometimes the biggest visual impact comes from smaller … Read more

Off-grid living has grown steadily in popularity as more homeowners seek a quieter, more sustainable lifestyle away from the pace of the city. Compact, mobile cabins offer an attractive solution—versatile as weekend retreats, backyard studios, or even full-time homes. One standout example is the DW (Dwelling on Wheels) from Modern Shed, a compact, thoughtfully designed … Read more

Many travelers still feel cautious about long trips, worried about the potential for another Covid-19 wave. As a result, some people chose to stay home for the holidays in 2020. Others, however, are ready to travel again and want the season to feel familiar and restorative. For those ready to venture out, Chalet Le Rocher … Read more