In case you got tired of finding a proper place to keep all those small things like keys, pencils, paper clips and so on, here is an original way to go. These unusual cases look like common books,…
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In the spring and summer time, curb appeal is relatively straightforward in keeping your yard and surroundings looking green and manicured. Once the cold weather comes, we tend to retreat back into…
Bats, pumpkins, skulls, candles, black cats, vampires, scarecrows, skeletons, witches, demons, ghosts, horror stories, creepy movies, weird food, weirder beverage – bring the Halloween to your home…
OM House was designed by Studio Guilherme Torres and is located in Londrina, Brazil. For us, this home is a great example of minimalist architecture, achieved while respecting the exigency of…
We ran through these unusual prints from Bold&Noble and thought each of them would be an interesting wall addition worthy of taking into consideration when decorating. Featuring original maps (of…
If you thought Greek homes were all about conserving tradition, have another look. This white contemporary home was designed by Greek architect Thanos Athanasopoulos and comes with quite a few…
When you decide to build a new home or renovate an existing one, an architect can help you put your ideas in motion. Architects help people take an idea of a space(s) and determine if the idea…
When the fall sets in, the cooler temperatures and the obsession about your lawn tends to go away, right? The reality is, you still have care and maintenance chores to do for your yard in order for…
The Yerger Residence comes from Chen + Suchart Studio and is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Since Camelback Mountain dominates the landscape, the architects developed the eastern wing of this…
It is amazing how adding just a few colorful decorating items can transform a dull apartment into a vivid and youthful crib. Here is a home that feels alive and this is especially due to the fact…
This amazing interior design idea comes from Nema Workshop and belongs to a small Espresso Café located on Madison Avenue, in New York City. The idea was to create a strong identity for the bar…
Wouldn’t you love an area in your home to relax with friends and family, share in beverages and conversation? Then a recreational or home bar is exactly what your home needs. Planning a home bar can…
If you have ever been on a Greek island, then we are certain of your fascination for the traditional architecture that defines these beautiful places. For today we would like to present a charming…
Casa Larga was designed by Swiss architect Daniele Claudio Taddei and is located in Brissago, Switzerland. Overlooking a picturesque landscape and situated near lake Maggiore, the residence sits…
Putting up a home office is a fun and easy job. But what about all those times when you need a coworking environment? Loosecubes is an online network that can help you find shared workspaces at a…
Here is a fun display of contemporary urban art at its best. This giant wooden clip is currently being showcased in Belgium, in the Chaudfontaine park, as part of a contemporary art exhibition….
Honiton Residence is a stunning looking home designed by MCK Architects which combines traditional elements with contemporary decors. The results? A fascinating crib with plenty of spaces for…
Mirrors are a decorative item that never gets enough fanfare. They can be used as a finish material on walls, and as a cladding on furniture. Hung over fireplaces and placed in frames, mirrors can…
Everyone loves a home with a view! This incredible apartment in Darling Point, Sydney has a privileged location which allows its inhabitants to enjoy stunning views of the harbor and Opera House….
Looking for a way to bring some extra warmth and coyness to a room? Here is a great design idea that might help. These charming looking curtains from Laura Ashley are able to completely transform…
Costa Rica is an exotic country in Central America with some bewilderingly various landscapes offering a unique living experience. The name of the state is Spanish for “Rich Coast”, so there is no…
These iPhone application magnets are a crazy and highly original way to keep your fridge in touch with technology. They were created by a firm called Jailbreak Toys who is selling them online for…
Here is a creative small moneybox designed to increase its owners’ will to save money. Sounds like a difficult objective to achieve? With the DUEL Savings Bank things are taken to another level, as…
When you’re trying to sell your home the ability to appeal to a buyer is your main goal. Staging your home is the process of setting the “stage” to market each room in its best light. A home stager…
An elegant silver cladding covers the exterior of this amazingly beautiful construction cantilevering over panoramic views of the woods and meadows of Suffolk, England. The traditional barn shape…
Storage rooms and closets are the number one space that home owners wish they had more room for in their homes. Storage and a place to accumulate belongings will always be a challenge for home…
Manhattan beach, California is the place where Steve Lazar from Lazar Design/Build built a home for his family. The beach environment sets a perfect scene for this contemporary home that welcomes…
Recently, the interest in urban lofts has gained popularity amongst urban goers and rural home owners. Exposed flooring and overhead mechanical ductwork bring the contemporary feel of the city to…
The color black has been associated with being sleek, sexy and mysterious. When used in home décor, black can bring a sophisticated edge to a home, and when paired with pastel colors it’s…
Custom made “sound frames” from Rebaroque meet your needs for a stylish sound system that easily embellishes your home`s walls. Artists Rebecca Paul and Mikal Hameed created these artistic wall…
This prefab house with two floors on the Swiss countryside was built taking into account the inhabitants need for privacy and light. FOVEA Architects integrated this modern reminder of a farmhouse…
We all love to entertain friends and family but often think the planning and time to dedicate to the process takes a lot of work. If you were able to use simple tips for getting your home ready and…
This beautiful home is located in Park Farm, Worcestershire and belongs to the Elizabethan. You are looking at the delightful results of a restoration process that took place after carefully…
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Not long ago, we featured an incredible 3D light show on Freshome which was presented in Ukraine, celebrating the city of Kharkov and the country’s Independence Day. Since you guys…
For anyone who has escaped to the tropics for rest and relaxation knows the calming effect of blue water. Blue is the color of the expansive sky above and the gorgeous oceans below, and bringing the…
One of the biggest complaints when you are trying to sell your home is how much time it takes to prepare the home for showings. When a Realtor shows your home it should be shown in its best light…
Buenos Aires has a condominium typology called “PH” – a corridor connects houses aligned in a very long and narrow lot, measuring 7 meters by 6 meters. The coloured Min House created by Pop-Arq…
We recently received this amazing interior design project from Sybarite, an architectural and design studio founded in 2002. Here are some extracts from the press release they sent us: “This…
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The Cybertecture Mirror is no ordinary reflecting surface. Said to be the “world’s first intelligent mirror”, this gizmo comes to life with the push of a button and from here on things get…
Here is a unique looking office furniture set designed by Gabriel Teixidó for Spanish company AG Land 14. These desks have a very dynamic feel and thin edges. The sober color palette and the…
Here are some chic bathroom vanities which spell luxury and royal living. In fact, the Cameo collection from Ypsilon is said to be inspired by the profile of Queen Elizabeth. Perfect for the ones…
Here is a home by Stevens Lawson Architects with an original and highly interesting architecture overlooking Browns Island in the Waitemata Harbour, New Zealand. Even though its exterior is…
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We found this captivating 3 minute time lapse video filmed in Paris that captures the demolition of a building and the construction of a new project that took place in the same location….
We really enjoy it when we find a residential project that has to do with art. Sure, you could say that most buildings relate to art one way or another, but Villa VH en T was especially developed to…
What if we could turn our small apartments into diverse living spaces with a minimum of effort? Today we have a practical and ingenious solution that should inspire you when it comes to doing such a…
Have you ever purchased furniture from online classifieds or out of a newspaper classified section? If you have, I congratulate you and if you haven’t – what is stopping you? Classifieds are a…
The number one problem that plagues small home owners is how to place furniture in their small spaces. Whether your furniture seems too big, there are too many pieces, or the doorways are in the…
We all know how versatile Lego is. You can build anything with the little coloured pieces. Now you can store your stuff in Giant LEGO Bricks from the collection from STORE. Exactly like the Lego…
Stack pillows on top of each other to have the most comfortable seating experience. That is exactly where the inspiration for this couch comes from. Copenhagen designers Kibisi teamed up with new…
Casa SF is an impressive residence designed by Studio Guilherme Torres and located in Londrina, Brasil. You are looking at a project of imposing dimensions (547 square meters) built for a couple…