Breeze Block House: Contemporary Renovation on Sydney’s North Shore Breathing new life into an older home requires a careful balance between preserving charm and introducing contemporary comforts. On Sydney’s North Shore, the homeowners asked Studio Prineas to retain the cottage’s timeless street presence while completely reimagining the interior and the rear of the property. The … Read more

Photos in this article are presented for design inspiration and may feature products shown for styling reference. Spending more time at home has made thoughtful design and functional comfort more important than ever. A bathroom that balances luxury, practicality, and calm can transform daily routines into restorative moments. From spa-inspired touches and productive home-office ideas … Read more

Every time we encounter a cleverly designed studio, it takes us back to the early days of city living—when space was tight and decoration was functional rather than fashionable. This transformed studio in London’s Barbican, renovated by Intervention Architecture, demonstrates how a single, well-crafted piece of joinery can redefine a compact apartment. A custom wooden … Read more

Small Kyiv Apartment Expansion: Loft Addition and Clever Open-Plan Design Creating genuine new space in a compact urban apartment can feel like a design miracle, but thoughtful architecture and smart detailing make it achievable. A recent renovation in Kyiv, carried out by the design studio Martin’s, transformed a dated 47-square-meter flat into a home that … Read more

These days, some of us have much more time at home while others are juggling a long to-do list and simply trying to keep things in order. Wherever you fall on that spectrum, consider organizing by color for at least some of your items. Color-coded organization is visually satisfying and practical. A rainbow bookshelf or … Read more

Colorful Downtown NYC Apartment Transformed by Rinaldi Interiors This Downtown NYC apartment, redesigned by Rinaldi Interiors, demonstrates how bold furniture choices and thoughtful detailing can turn a compact space into a vibrant, stylish home. The designers focused on color, scale and layered textures to create an open-plan layout that feels warm, lively and exceptionally well … Read more

House EH — A Modern Minimal Home in Buenos Aires by GMARQ House EH, designed by GMARQ, is a refined example of contemporary minimalism tailored to the lifestyle of a young couple in Buenos Aires. The residence balances open, light-filled spaces with moments of privacy, and it uses a restrained palette of materials—primarily concrete and … Read more

Apê Ipojuca: A Light-Filled, Space-Savvy Apartment in São Paulo by Balaio Arquitetura Apartment living demands clever use of space and floor plans tailored to daily life. Apê Ipojuca, an elegant and luminous apartment in São Paulo designed by Balaio Arquitetura, demonstrates a series of smart, practical solutions that maximize functionality without sacrificing style. The result … Read more

The Hamptons is famed for grand retreats that offer an escape from the city, yet the Amagansett House stands apart for its calm, intentionally pared-back elegance. Commissioned by owners who wanted to showcase a prized collection of Danish furnishings, the house was shaped by Jessica Helgerson Interior Design to create a refined, comfortable backdrop that … Read more

Some elements in our homes are seen purely as decorative, while others are treated as strictly functional. Many features, however, can do both—and mirrored doors are a perfect example. In a small bedroom a mirror enhances style and adds practical value without feeling out of place. Beyond the traditional dressing mirror or a full-length mirror … Read more