This lovely traditional style family retreat is the work of design studio Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, located on Vashon Island, the largest island in Puget Sound, Washington. The scenic island is a slice of rural paradise just west of Seattle—and at just a quick ferry ride away, it is known for its sandy beaches, woodsy trails and nature reserves […]
This industrial apartment was designed in 2017 by Aida Šniraitė—the owner of design studio Authentic Interior, located in Šnipiškės, an emerging neighborhood in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. Created for a single woman, the vision was an industrial and urban-American style aesthetic, yet with a limited budget. The overall design is characterized by black doors and […]
The current design trends reflect modern bathrooms that are more like retreats, an escape from the daily grind of busy lives and stressful careers. The best ones are designed with luxurious touches, such as soaking tubs, steam showers, integrated televisions with surround sound. Decadent materials adds to the overall elegant aesthetic, which includes rich woods, […]
The light-filled unique and eco-friendly home was designed by Nico van der Meulen Architects, located in Inanda, a township in eastern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. “Forest Road Home” is a glass and steel dwelling showcasing views of the Sandton skyline to the north. The approach to this magnificent property catches its first glimpse with a cantilevered […]
Joan Heaton Architects were commissioned to renovate an existing carriage barn into an open and spacious guest quarters, located in Addison, Vermont. The interiors is characterized by clean, modern lines that complements the existing historic fabric. The living space of this guesthouse takes advantage of the panoramic, west-facing views towards the Adirondack Mountains. Extensive landscaping, including a […]
The Seashell House, also known as ‘Casa Caracol’ is a vacation rental located on Isla Mujeres, a Mexican island in the Caribbean Sea, 13 kilometers off the coast from Cancún. The island is 7 km long and 650 meters wide, known for it’s beautiful sandy beaches and El Garrafon snorkel park. The home is situated […]
A 1930s Californian Bungalow was renovated by Architect Prineas, located in Lane Cove, a suburb on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The scope of the project involved a reconfiguration of the existing dwelling, creating expansive living spaces with an open plan kitchen and dining area—all connected to the garden. A rear […]
Jessica Helgerson Interior Design was responsible for a complete interior overhaul of a mid-century home located in Portland, Oregon. The 4,300 square foot residence was originally designed in 1959 by local architect William Fletcher. In respecting the history of the home, architect Dale Farr, William Fletcher’s former partner, was commissioned to help work on the home. […]
Coates Design Architects was tasked with building a livable modern home that is budget-minded and respects its rural environment in Yelm, Washington. The neighborhood surrounding this property is comprised of traditional, country-style homes. The architects designed this residence with a contemporary take on a country home: using a combination of simple, cost-effective methods to create a warm […]
The Library House was a complete remodel and addition to a small structure that was originally the public library in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland, Oregon by Jessica Helgerson Interior Design. When the library moved, this building was re-purposed as an office for the church across the street. When the designer’s clients approached them, they […]
