Originally built in the 1950s, a classic Victorian house in the Belsize Park area of London recently received a sensitive and modern update to suit the needs of a retired couple. Studio Carver led the renovation, adapting the floor plan and reworking the living, kitchen and dining spaces. At the heart of the transformation is … Read more

Bohemian Beach House on Tybee Island: A Modern Coastal Retreat Tybee Island, the northeastern-most of Georgia’s Sea Islands, provides the perfect backdrop for a modern beach house designed to slow the pace and celebrate coastal living. Commissioned by a couple from Atlanta and realized by Rethink Design Studio, this island home blends a relaxed beach … Read more

There are many ways to make a modern kitchen more organized and efficient: remove unnecessary shelves and partitions, introduce a functional island, or add a breakfast bar to carve out a social zone. Yet few solutions tame kitchen clutter as effectively as a thoughtfully designed pantry. The idea of a pantry is not new, but … Read more

Victorian Villa Renovation in Kew, Melbourne Space is a premium in Melbourne’s inner suburbs, and the redesign of this Victorian heritage villa in Kew makes the most of every square metre. The architects at Matt Gibson Architecture + Design drew inspiration from the Japanese concept of Hiro-En, which prioritizes a generous veranda and a seamless … Read more

Spring is the perfect season for a fresh start. Whether you’re tackling spring cleaning or planning a few redecorating projects, updating your color palette can instantly refresh a space. This year’s spring color palette leans into dusty pinks, warm peaches and a range of blues and greens that transition effortlessly into summer. Below, find design … Read more

Singapore is one of the busiest cities in the world, and finding private, comfortable residential space amid dense urban development can be difficult. When a housing unit built in the 1980s was reimagined by Park + Associates Pte Ltd, the result was Stark House: a contemporary home that balances openness with privacy, and modern lines … Read more

Eclectic design demands careful choices, and it’s not a style that suits everyone. Combining diverse colors, textures and periods requires a practiced eye — and what feels balanced in one eclectic kitchen may feel chaotic in another. In a small kitchen, eclectic design can be especially powerful: when done well it adds clear personality without … Read more

If you appreciate contemporary Brazilian design with a touch of urban ruggedness, you’ll love this compact 125-square-meter apartment in São Paulo. Named Flora Apartment and redesigned by Studio Arquiteturas for a client who wanted to experiment with color and pattern, the interior feels at once bold, welcoming, and distinctly local. Bright splashes of color greet … Read more

New York’s diverse architectural styles have inspired designers and homeowners around the world for decades. One distinctive approach—rooted in Brooklyn’s industrial past—blends raw, functional materials with contemporary comforts, producing interiors that feel both modern and lived-in. This Brooklyn condo, designed by A. Jennison Interiors, illustrates that balance beautifully: a neutral foundation paired with industrial accents, … Read more

Some of us love to refresh our homes constantly, while many others simply don’t have the time or budget to follow every passing trend. For those who want an easy, affordable way to update a room, accent pillows are a perfect solution. Accent pillows and throw cushions are inexpensive, simple to move between rooms, and … Read more