Creating a cozy home of 600 sq.m. may be daunting. Though with skillful manipulation of light and volume, it can be achieved, and artfully so. The blank and bland original concrete structure has been transformed in to a sophisticated modern home. The voluminous spaces are retained and defined by subtle changes in flooring; from wood planks to large slabs of tile in shades of sand and deep charcoal. Raw square concrete columns are left exposed. Continue reading →

An Austrian chalet comes with very high standards for idyllic locations, spectacular scenery, and charming, comforting interiors. This renovated chalet, by Bernd Gruber, excels at all three through respect for the original structure, the perfectly balanced use of natural materials, and the contrast between tradition and modern design. Continue reading →

Once again, the creative team at Thomas Kroeger Architects has created a classic combination of quiet elegance meets a riotous evolution of color and geometry. A series of connected spaces blend together to create this dynamic apartment in Berlin. Continue reading →

As you enter this clearly defined apartment, it cannot be denied that you are swept away by the feeling of being in an intimately designed space. Created by the dynamic team at Studio Oink, this small two room apartment radiates gentle light, alternately illuminating and silhouetting the walls and furnishings in this home. Continue reading →

There is something so completely alluring about the restoration of a building that pairs the personality of the past with modern minimalism. The apartments in this central Stockholm structure from the 1930s represent the best of today and yesterday. Continue reading →

In the heart of Le Marais in Paris, lies an apartment that lives like the galleries and sidewalk cafes that surround it. In fact the courtyard facing loft appears to be a gallery of fine interiors and stylish furnishings. Interior designer Fleur Delesalle stripped the interior down to the structure to reveal the volume of the space. Then two white cubes were suspended on each side of the modern home. The cubes float away from the interior wall and stay arm’s length away from the tall courtyard windows. To maintain the loft feel and soak in the sun, the cube rooms, bed and bath, are open to the window wall. Continue reading →

The hint of teal on the windows and front door of this grey stone facade are a tiny indication of what lies beyond in this spirited home. Let’s lay the ground work first. Stacked on three levels, the first floor shares the living, dining, kitchen, and garden, in that order from the front door onward. The second level houses three bedrooms and one bath. And the top floor bedroom gains square footage from a roof dormer. Continue reading →

This one bedroom apartment in Stockholm’s swankiest neighborhood is a sophisticated study in color, style, and tricks of the trade to amplify a space. The entry wood floors stretch out through the open living, dining, and kitchen beyond. Sliding wood doors cover a generous storage closet. A fresh twist on the blue-brown color trend of years past and the richness of the horizontal wood of the closet doors are a pleasant surprise. Continue reading →

Central Sweden boasts world class ski resorts that offer top-notch amenities and natural beauty. This chalet comprised of four private homes (from 85 to 115 square meters) could be yours and always waiting for you, if you ever have to leave. Each getaway has three bedrooms and two baths. The grand windows provide unparalleled nature views of the skiing and hiking opportunities just outside your door. Continue reading →

If you haven’t jumped on the loft band wagon yet, get ready for high brick walls, concrete floors, and giant arched windows that will make you swoon. And that’s just the structure! Wait till you see this refined blend of elegant and industrial styles in this Portland former warehouse home. Continue reading →