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Not everyone lives – or wants to live – in a house and millions of people are looking for examples of stylish apartment interior design. Across the globe, families make their homes in apartments that are polished, organized and beautiful. HomeDSGN brings you a collection of chic apartment interior design showcasing the possibilities. From contemporary neutrals and modern white designs to warm wood-filled interiors, inspiration for your apartment abounds.

Apartments in Shades of Gray Full of Luxury and Comfort

By • Apr 16, 2018

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This luxurious apartment has been decorated with an exquisite taste by the firm Ippolito Fleitz Group – Identity Architects, and it is located in the city of Putuo, China.
The project, with a full range of shades of gray, creates an atmosphere with an air of elegant and meditative calm, which would perfectly adapt to the wishes of a globetrotter after a long and exhausting journey.

Elegant and sober black entrance door
Wonderful interior full of natural light

In the middle of a forest of 20,000 trees, the “Schwarzwald” apartment towers offer the unique synthesis of living a modern urban life in a quality environment. Many metropolitans long for a place of tranquility and relaxation where their families adopt a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. To fulfill these wishes, an innovative project with a vision of the future was created, which meets the highest standards in terms of comfort and quality of life.

Modern and elegant lounge in shades of gray
Modern and current details
Living room full of elegance and glamour

The layers and interactions of premium materials, fascinating textures and high contrast surfaces make this 250 square meter apartment a metropolitan sanctuary with an impressive view of the urban skyline of Shanghai.
Warm shades of gray, natural wooden surfaces, indirect lighting, and lush fabrics contrast with the smooth surfaces of the rooms and create a relaxed atmosphere.

Thanks to a sophisticated combination of marble, unpretentious white sanitary ware, and accessories in black and gold, the bathrooms unfold in an aura of classic and timeless taste.

Living room separated by a transparent glass shelf
TV area with marble wall
Modern studio with glass wall
Elegant resting area in the studio
Study area with marble wall
Kitchen with access to the balcony
Kitchen in shades of gray
Modern kitchen in white with gray marble counter
Modern dining area in black and deep blue
Dining room in black and deep blue
Elegant dining room
Modern and sober room
Room with balcony access
Room with internal bathroom with glass walls
Modern room with views
Room with marble wall
Bathroom in white and marble and gray
Elegant bathroom with views
Bathroom in white and marble and gray
Elegant and sober black entrance door
Wonderful interior full of natural light
Modern and elegant lounge in shades of gray
Modern and current details
Living room full of elegance and glamour

Living room separated by a transparent glass shelf
TV area with marble wall
Modern studio with glass wall
Elegant resting area in the studio
Study area with marble wall

Kitchen with access to the balcony
Kitchen in shades of gray
Modern kitchen in white with gray marble counter
Modern dining area in black and deep blue
Dining room in black and deep blue

Elegant dining room
Modern and sober room
Room with balcony access

Room with internal bathroom with glass walls
Modern room with views
Room with marble wall
Bathroom in white and marble and gray

Elegant bathroom with views
Bathroom in white and marble and gray

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Wonderful Remodeling Turns this Apartment into a Futuristic Space

By • Apr 9, 2018

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This unique and modern project covering 121 square meters has been created by the architectural firm Wutopia Lab in the city of Gu Long Lu, Minhang Qu, Shanghai Shi, in China.

Modern entrance in pastel blue

Among the architects responsible for this project we will find Erni Min, Ting Yu, Wutian Sun, and Chloe Zhang. This project of reconstruction began in 2017, and the result is this fabulous space that lends itself to the whim of its owners. The designer decided to convert three bedrooms and two living rooms into one bedroom and one living room, so that parents and children could grow up together, thus creating a shared and open home.

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Living room with modern white furniture
Living room with curved walls
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To maximize the lighting area, the windows were changed and replaced with panoramic views.

The free flow of space created by breaking down the walls of separation naturally forms three social areas, where each member of the family takes what they need while sharing the same world.

The use of simple materials such as glass, wood, ceramic tiles, cloth, stone, vegetation, and stainless steel helps express the features of the space. Considering the safety of the child, all the corners of the wall have been rounded. By using a large number of smart devices, all appliances can be remotely controlled, adding a futuristic touch to the house.

Clear circular bathroom walls
Relaxation area
Modern kitchen with white island
Modern kitchen
Modern dining room in white
Dining area integrated into the kitchen
Children’s room with play area
Internal bed ladder
Playground and study
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Master bedroom
Master bedroom dresser
Modern bathroom in white
Bathroom in orange with rounded walls
Modern entrance in pastel blue
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Living room with modern white furniture
Living room with curved walls

Clear round hanging chair
Clear circular bathroom walls
Relaxation area
Modern kitchen with white island

Modern kitchen
Modern dining room in white
Dining area integrated into the kitchen
Children’s room with play area

Internal bed ladder
Playground and study
Playground
Master bedroom

Master bedroom dresser
Modern bathroom in white
Bathroom in orange with rounded walls


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Remodeling a Small Apartment That is 21 Years Old

By • Apr 4, 2018

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This functional and modern apartment is located in a residential building that is 21 years old and is located in the central section of the city of Chongqing, China. The space, recently remodeled in 2018, has an area of 71 square meters. Jin Xue, from the interior design firm Xue Jin Architecture Network, was in charge of its design.

Shared living and study area

This construction, respectfully built on a mountain, is a typical local residence. For the past two decades, it was home to a couple and their only child. Now, it is owned by a young couple who, dissatisfied with the original design, lighting, and ventilation, decided to carry out the remodeling to create a more pleasant, comfortable, and functional space that could satisfy their needs.

Circular opening connects the living room with the small balcony area
Balcony with space for relaxation
View of the living room from inside the balcony
Shoe space

For the reconstruction of the apartment, it was important to focus on the kitchen and the bathroom. The owner wanted to have a more luminous and spacious kitchen, to cook every day and enjoy the preparation of meals with friends. Whereas with the bathroom, the owner wanted to have a relatively independent bathroom with a bathtub.

It has two relatively private rooms, and a shared open space that, thanks to its flexibility, can serve various functions. The open space was designed to bring the occupants closer to each other while performing daily activities.

Kitchen made in black and white
Dining area in the kitchen
Dining area in wood
Room with double single bed
Bathroom with bathtub
Night view of the interior of the apartment
Shared living and study area
Circular opening connects the living room with the small balcony area
Balcony with space for relaxation
View of the living room from inside the balcony
Shoe space

Kitchen made in black and white
Dining area in the kitchen
Dining area in wood
Room with double single bed
Bathroom with bathtub

Night view of the interior of the apartment

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Elegant, Safe and Comfortable Apartment with a Marked Industrial Style

By • Apr 3, 2018

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Once couples become parents, they start to think about how they can add open areas within the home that will contribute to their children’s development. This couple wanted to make sure that the living room has many storage areas. After extensive discussions, they decided to move away from a conventional design and reconsider the entire structure of the living room.

Study area in the living room

The design was under the leadership of the designer Ivan Chen of the Studio of Interior Design HAO Design in the year 2017, and it is located in the city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Creating an ideal home involves more than simply building a safe and comfortable space for children to grow up. It is also important to preserve its own aesthetic sensibility, taste and lifestyle preferences.

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Living room area with terrace
Kitchen in white with marble
Living room and kitchen connected to the terrace
Industrial decorative details

Each aspect of the studio reflects the love for industrial style design, which blends beautifully with the wooden floors used for the common areas of the house to generate an air of classic elegance. The wood grain pattern extends to the living room, where the visitor’s eye is immediately captured by the leather sofa.

Moving from the main living room to the master bedroom, the general feeling is of tranquility and relaxation, with a use of shades of blue that represents a continuation of the classic style of the main living room. The child’s room has its own size-adjusted door, an innovative feature that is fun at the same time.

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Entrance with closet
Closet area at the entrance
Walk in closet in wood
Master bedroom with rustic walls
Bedroom with wooden floor
Bed with intense blue textiles
Bedroom with walk in closet
Children’s room with original bed and play area
Small and original entrance door to children’s room
Study area in the living room
Living room with sofa in deep blue
Living room area with terrace
Kitchen in white with marble
Living room and kitchen connected to the terrace

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Entrance with closet
Closet area at the entrance
Master bedroom with rustic walls

Bedroom with wooden floor
Bed with intense blue textiles
Bedroom with walk in closet
Walk in closet in wood

Children’s room with original bed and play area
Small and original entrance door to children’s room


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Penthouse Homes with a Classic Appeal

By • Mar 30, 2018

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Penthouses- by definition are luxurious. Sitting on the highest floor these apartments are inevitably a statement of success with luxurious amenities. Whether you are attracted to them because of their beauty, the view they provide, or the many fancy luxurious amenities they feature, chances are you have always wanted to own one. Although penthouses are mostly decorated in modern layout some of them have a classic charm that is hard to miss. Here are breathtaking penthouses that will inspire you to own one of your own in the near future.

Coppin Penthouse

Coppin penthouse is the perfect definition of a luxurious apartment with a gorgeous view. Designed by the Richmond based Australian architectural firm JAM Architects in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. This residence is decorated in a classic penthouse appeal with a few modern pieces here and there. However, even though the home offers a classic appeal the terrace and pool are the highlights of this home. The reason being the view is impeccable. You can see the entire city from the terrace especially at night.

Wonderful Penthouse in Chicago

Located In the city of Chicago this penthouse is what all dreams are made of. It is contemporary yet charming with a classic feel that exuberates throughout the home. This home is characterized by its modern appeal from head to toe. However, one space of the penthouse that really caught our attention was the bathroom. Furthermore, the bathroom is fully constructed of white vein marble. The white vein marble adds a sense of peace in the bathroom space that we haven’t seen before.

Elegant Penthouse

Categorized by being the perfect combination of classic charm and elegance, this penthouse is located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. This private residence was constructed for a family with three children. The children were the number one focus when it came to decorating the space. Therefore, the space has a warm feel to it that screams home in a modern type of way. Its large windows give the perfect rich view of the city.

Mayfair House

Sleek and classic with hints of modern are the perfect words to describe the Mayfair house. This penthouse consisted of four apartments in one space. The large spaces are filled with modern charm, while the smaller corners are chic and sleek in design. Riddled with classic charm every space of this home has its own personality.

Penthouse Ecopark

Created with “relaxation” in mind the Penthouse Ecopark takes a contemporary space and adds traditional furniture for the perfect blend between the two. The interior of the home offers rich dark hues that perfectly work with the green shades that flow throughout the home. Furthermore, the large windows bring in the natural beauty from the outside directly in. The home also features brick walls throughout that add a classic feel in a modern way.

Penthouse 03

Penthouse 03 is located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The beautifully glass constructed penthouse is decorated in a minimalist form to allow all the windows to be the center stage of the home. Primarily the home offers a white layout with large windows throughout. Subsequently, the perfectly polished wood gave the home a classic appeal that exuberated charm and beauty in a minimalist way.

Penthouse in Palma de Mallorca

Located in Palma de Mallorca, Spain this penthouse is spectacular from the inside out. Decorated in a minimal manner that allows the structure to speak for itself this home screams contemporary with hints of classic furniture throughout. Nevertheless, the classic furniture really helps bring the entire look of this home together. However, the most impressive area of this home is the terrace. The terrace itself had a grand view that is difficult to miss.

Penthouse on the Park

Penthouse on the Park is a private residence located in Sofia, Bulgaria. This penthouse measures at about 3,600 sq ft space. Furthermore, the classic interior works in the layouts favor as every part of the home screams classic penthouse décor while still feeling chic. Furthermore, the penthouse is decorated in mostly neutral shades of white and gray with hints of color here and there. This allows the home to be charming with a hint of feminine throughout.

Penthouse by Josep Ruà Spatial Designer

This penthouse created by Josep Ruà Spatial Designer takes the luxurious feel out of the penthouse and replaced it with traditional charm. The home has almost a cabin feel it. Furthermore, its unfinished wooden aspect mixed with natural elements creates the perfect combination that elevates this home to the next level. Furthermore, the aesthetics of the home was simple, but open and direct.

Penthouse in Berlin

Sitting on 5,382 square feet this penthouse is one of a kind. It sits directly on the banks of the river Spree and surrounded by the city the view from this penthouse is unbelievable. The residence is decorated with neutral, elegant décor that emphasis the classy yet trendy aspect of this penthouse. However, with all the trendy appeal of this home, there is also a classy touch to it. Furthermore, the home is filled with elegant, classic chandeliers that brighten up the space in a sweet, traditional manner.

To conclude, these penthouses are as charming as they seem but with a little classic detail to them. Which of these penthouses is your favorite? Please let us know your thoughts below.

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Remodeling a Space in an Urban Area of Beijing, China

By • Mar 28, 2018

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This project is located in an urban area of the west area of Ciqikou Street, a semi-chaotic area that could be described as a poor neighborhood, which is a typical urban form in the Hutong areas nowadays in the city of Beijing, China. The new structure is a building within the original wall, which has been strengthened.

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Bedroom seen from the kitchen

In addition, the reinforced concrete roof is stable enough for the additional weight of the people that are going to be occupying that space. Open views and lots of sunlight come together to create a pleasant space. The project, of only 28 square meters, was led by architectural firm Chaoffice, and in particular, by its architect Zhi Cheng.

Study area attached to the kitchen
Kitchen and study connected by a window
Studio illuminated by a skylight
Small staircase that connects the studio to the terrace
Central area of the floor

The home is characterized by a set of hidden storage compartments, largely under the bed or the table. According to the plan, the functions within the house have been compressed into two defined spaces, leaving the center completely free of the chaos that prevails elsewhere in the house. This has provided a sense of dignity for those who use the space, as well as a sense of comfort.
The space can also be seen as a sequence, the home subdivided into two spaces composed entirely of functional aspects, as well as spaces defined by clarity.

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Room with bed on two levels
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Night view of the small apartment
Bathroom with shower and toilet
Small terrace area
kitchen area
Bedroom seen from the kitchen
Study area attached to the kitchen
Kitchen and study connected by a window

Studio illuminated by a skylight
Small staircase that connects the studio to the terrace
Central area of the floor
Central area with tv

Room with bed on two levels
Apartment with wooden beams
Night view of the small apartment

Bathroom with shower and toilet

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A Small Apartment as a Refuge for a Couple and Their 51 Cats

By • Mar 23, 2018

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This home in the old Xuhui residential district of Shanghai in Leshan Road, China, has come to life after the fabulous renovation that was completed in 2017 thanks to the architectural firm FANAF. The project manager, architect Xin Jin, managed to create a small and cozy home space in only 31 square meters. Not only will the couple live here, but they will do so with their 51 cats. Yes, you read that right: 51 cats!

Entrance lined in wood

To begin the project, the designers lived with the clients and their cats in the space for a whole day. The unique experience allowed designers to understand the customers’ lifestyle needs and areas of concern by sharing a small area with so many cats. Through this experience, the designers identified that the room lacked separate areas. The living space of the couple was completely occupied by cats, which caused inconveniences to the owners.

Small living room with sofa in gray and wooden floors
Living room connected to the room

The magnitude of the problem meant that it was common to find cat hair in kitchen utensils and sleep with more than a dozen cats at night. The owners did not have a place to relax alone and the guests could not sit and enjoy a conversation or stay for long periods. In addition, to prevent the cats from escaping, the windows were constantly closed, which meant that the room did not have adequate ventilation.

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Kitchen area with open doors
Small kitchen in white and wood
Kitchen with small wooden counter
Living room seen from the kitchen
Small internal garden with swing
Room with storage area
View of the room and the garden
Interior room at night hours
Interior garden
View of the garden from the room from
Bathroom with laundry area
Bathroom
Entrance lined in wood
Small living room with sofa in gray and wooden floors
Living room connected to the room
Kitchen area with closed doors

Kitchen area with open doors
Small kitchen in white and wood
Kitchen with small wooden counter
Living room seen from the kitchen
Small internal garden with swing

Room with storage area
View of the room and the garden
Interior room at night hours

Interior garden
View of the garden from the room from
Bathroom with laundry area
Bathroom


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Wonderful Remodeling of an Apartment Overlooking the River

By • Mar 22, 2018

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Upon laying eyes on the modern interior of this renovated apartment that they are standing in an old building from the 20th Century. This is thanks to the extensive remodeling work that was undertaken largely during the 80s, where the building was completely refurbished.

Terrace with wonderful views of the river

The apartment is divided into two different levels: the first, an ordinary residence area; the second, a scarcely-used terrace area above the first, where an informal storage area was built. The intervention reverses the detachment between these two levels and attempts to unite the internal and external areas of the apartment.

Cozy living room with fireplace and wooden floors

The architectural firm Arriba, under the direction of its architects José Andrade Rocha and Filipe Ferreira, was in charge of carrying out the 115 square meter project, which is located in Dom Vasco, Lisbon, Portugal.

Kitchen area with wooden staircase in the center

The proposal reorganizes the spaces of the apartment, empties the terrace, and uses the height of the roof of the uninhabited attic, exposing the structure of the roof and the atmosphere of an old building. The social space now includes the kitchen, while the private spaces meet at the back of the apartment.

The wooden staircase is the organizing element: an integral piece of the apartment that establishes the entrance, the kitchen, and the living room, giving access to the terrace that overlooks the river where you can enjoy the sun.

Kitchen with marble counter
Dining area and kitchen with wooden floors and white beamed ceiling
Wooden stairs
Door leading to the terrace
View of the apartment from the stairs
Cozy room in wood and white
Bathroom decorated in white
Study area overlooking the river
Terrace with wonderful views of the river
Cozy living room with fireplace and wooden floors
Kitchen area with wooden staircase in the center
Kitchen with marble counter
Dining area and kitchen with wooden floors and white beamed ceiling

Wooden stairs
Door leading to the terrace
View of the apartment from the stairs
Cozy room in wood and white

Bathroom decorated in white
Study area overlooking the river


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Apartment with An Industrial Touch in London

By • Mar 19, 2018

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This apartment with a stark industrial style is located along the Regents Canal in Islington, London, England, in the United Kingdom. The project consisted of transforming an old family home into a contemporary home, which would be energy efficient and have comfortable spaces.

Upper floor with fireplace

The architect Nicholas Szczepaniak, from the architectural firm Nicholas Szczepaniak Architects, was in charge of the project, which was completed in the year 2017.

Wall of the upper floor in glass that allows the entrance of natural light
Interior of the area covered with wood

The project consisted of a complete remodeling of the three-story property, which covers an area of 163 square meters, including the replacement and expansion of an existing conservatory on the roof to transform it from an unusable storage room into a contemporary living space that can be used throughout the year — and with an outdoor terrace to boot.

Living room with brick wall painted in white

The approach all across the project was to use materials of moderate price, and to add value through meticulous and elaborate details and care during the execution.

Inspired by the old industrial use of the building, the palette of materials incorporates raw and uncovered finishes, such as the original concrete, which contains the marks where the walls were located while the building was used as a factory. In contrast to this, elements such as the kitchen and accessories are done in warm colors and with a texture to create a unique palette of materials and, as a result, a contemporary and cozy atmosphere.

Living room with sofa in deep blue
Small rest area connected to the terrace
Relaxation area with glass doors
Terrace with furniture
Small bathroom in dark tones
View of the terrace from the inside
Kitchen in industrial style
Industrial style windows
Window details
Kitchen countertop in polished concrete
Dining room in wood and black
Upper floor with fireplace
Wall of the upper floor in glass that allows the entrance of natural light
Interior of the area covered with wood
Living room with brick wall painted in white
Living room with sofa in deep blue

Small rest area connected to the terrace
Relaxation area with glass doors
Terrace with furniture
Small bathroom in dark tones

View of the terrace from the inside
Kitchen in industrial style
Industrial style windows
Window details

Kitchen countertop in polished concrete
Dining room in wood and black


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Fantastic Renovation of a Holiday Home that Now Looks Cozy

By • Mar 12, 2018

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This old building, dating back to 1870, has been recently remodeled by the firm Renovation, Design & Interior: Stefaan Van Dyck & Kathleen Cassiers, in the city of Antwerp, Belgium. The remodeling, which began in 2016, ended just a year later in 2017, resulting in a spectacular job full of good taste.

Narrow, cobbled street where the old building is located

The restoration was based mostly on the original elements such as oak wood ceilings, old mosaic floor and some of the characteristic wooden stairs. The street on which it is located is picturesque and very famous for its fashion, culture, diamonds and chocolate.

Wonderful spacious and cozy lounge area
Living room with fireplace
Living room with decorative details
Living room with decorative details in rustic style
Modern leather chair in the living room

It has five floors that can only be accessed by stairs and where up to 10 people can be accommodated.

On the ground floor there is a private cafe-bistro style dining room and a kitchen with plenty of modern appliances, while the cozy living room with a fireplace and a sophisticated flat screen TV is located on the third floor.

The rooms are located on the first, second and last floor. The rooms on the first and second floor have two bunk beds, plus the extra-large double bed. All rooms have a large hanging area of ​​open cupboards and shelves as well as bathroom and toilet.

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Modern and spacious kitchen
Dining area between rustic and modern
Dining area with rustic walls
Dining area with a combination of new and old details
Room in a very modern and cozy style
Bed made in levels
Room full of natural light
Room with a large number of beds
Black metal ladder leading to the upper beds
Narrow, cobbled street where the old building is located
Wonderful spacious and cozy lounge area
Living room with fireplace
Living room with decorative details
Living room with decorative details in rustic style

Modern leather chair in the living room
Area of sofa with brick wall
Modern and spacious kitchen
Dining area between rustic and modern
Dining area with rustic walls

Dining area with a combination of new and old details
Room in a very modern and cozy style
Bed made in levels
Room full of natural light

Room with a large number of beds
Black metal ladder leading to the upper beds

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Unification of Two Apartments Converted into a More Spacious and Comfortable Home

By • Mar 8, 2018

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This remodeling carried out in two apartments to make it a more spacious and comfortable family home was carried out by the architectural firm CHAO and led by its architects Adriano Carneiro de Mendonça and Antonio Pedro Coutinho, in the city of Alto Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in the year 2013.

Open and bright lounge area
Comfortable white sofa

The area that has 210 square meters has spacious and open spaces where its different sections coexist in perfect harmony. The apartment has no clearly defined functional corridors or separations; all of the facilities are arranged around the large bright room. The open plan reveals the original structure of the building, left in apparent concrete.

Wooden furniture with typical country decorations
Modern living room with concrete columns
Kitchen area in white and wood
Desk area in wood
Modern wooden chairs complement the lounge

The two unified apartments became a generous social space that houses all the family activities. The rooms and the kitchen were organized around this space in a relaxed layout, without clear corridors or functional separations.

Located on a hill in the famous city, the house is decorated with traditional objects of Brazilian design and allows a relaxing view of the sea and the surrounding area.

The wooden shelves and the collection that brings together classical and modern pieces of Brazilian design create a familiar and cozy atmosphere.

Balcony incorporated into the living room
Kitchen open to the living room
Wooden desk area with views
Open and bright lounge area
Comfortable white sofa
Wooden furniture with typical country decorations
Kitchen open to the living room
Modern living room with concrete columns

Balcony incorporated into the living room
Modern wooden chairs complement the lounge
Desk area in wood
Kitchen area in white and wood

Wooden desk area with views

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Bunker in Which You Can Stay and Feel at Home

By • Mar 8, 2018

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Have you ever considered staying in a bunker? Well then this post is for you! Located in the city of Hamburg, Germany, this space promises a private and relaxed atmosphere after an arduous day of work in the city and surrounded by the luxury you can find in your own home.

Terrace with space to enjoy
Terrace with seats in pastel blue

The bunker in Bülowstrasse was built in 1939 when the Second World War began. The original objective was to protect the hospital for women and children on the other side of the street, but a last-minute decision made it into part of the hospital. Through a tunnel, the Bunker was connected to the hospital and, during the war, the bunker served as the perfect refuge for newborns and their mothers, in addition to offering quiet operating rooms for the sick and injured.

Sober and elegant lounge
Living room with walls and ceiling in concrete
Elegant lounge in dark tones

For many years after the war, the Bunker abandoned itself to its own destiny, which turned out to be for two young local developers, who had been looking for the perfect project for quite some time.

The renovation and reinvention of the Bunker began in 2013. Due to the nature of the building, the repair and reconstruction process was slow and meticulous.

The structure was renovated and reused, creating an interior design with a contemporary style.

Bedroom separated from the living room by glass door
Modern kitchen in deep blue
Modern dining area in black
Internal stairs in concrete
Modern and comfortable room
Modern bathroom in white marble
Terrace at night
Terrace with space to enjoy
Terrace with seats in pastel blue
Sober and elegant lounge
Living room with walls and ceiling in concrete
Elegant lounge in dark tones

Bedroom separated from the living room by glass door
Modern kitchen in deep blue
Modern dining area in black
Internal stairs in concrete

Modern and comfortable room
Modern bathroom in white marble
Terrace at night

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Magnificent Remodeling of a Temporary Rental Apartment in Valencia, Spain

By • Mar 6, 2018

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This house of 80 square meters was designed in 2017 by the architects Joaquin Juberías and Víctor Cano Ciborro in the city of Valencia, in Spain.The purpose of said property was to serve as a rental space. Due to environment required for activities linked with long summers rather than day-to-day living, this project became a property that directly deals with those issues, resulting in a space that focuses on a lively and uniquely active lifestyle. That is why they have created changing spaces that may surprise the temporary inhabitant, and that may be useful during the usually short period of their stay.

Minimalist style kitchen in white with mirror wall
Kitchen area with Master Bedroom at the far end

Located in a particularly old building complex, with beautiful staircases with contoured railings and vaulted ceilings of old bricks, a striking contrast was created in the modern interior, where the old red brick walls, clashing marvelously with the white used both on walls and in the furniture.

Kitchen area with bedroom door closed

We can clearly perceive the effects produced by the reflection in the mirror or by the sensation produced by the bathroom, designed with a green-colored ceramic, with a brightness that thoroughly spreads throughout the different spaces. This is also accompanied by actions such as opening enormous doors, or climbing a light–metal staircase that expands our spatial perception.

Stairs with vaulted ceilings
Dining area with modern white table
Dining area and living room in white with brick walls
Bedroom with wooden floors and brick walls
Bedroom with closet doors with mirrors
Closet doors with mirrors
Modern bedroom
Modern bedroom with internal bathroom
Modern bathroom in white and gray
Bathroom with ceramic in green
Minimalist style kitchen in white with mirror wall
Kitchen area with Master Bedroom at the far end
Kitchen area with bedroom door closed
Stairs with vaulted ceilings
Dining area with modern white table

Dining area and living room in white with brick walls
Bedroom with wooden floors and brick walls
Bedroom with closet doors with mirrors
Closet doors with mirrors

Modern bedroom
Modern bedroom with internal bathroom
Modern bathroom in white and gray
Bathroom with ceramic in green


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Apartment in Brazil with a Scandinavian Feel

By • Mar 2, 2018

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Apartment with Partitions is a project completed by the Sao Paulo-based architectural firm  Casa100 Arquitetura in 2016. The home itself is located in Vila Mariana, a dynamic borough of the city of Sao Paulo, Brazil, located to the south of Bela Vista and Liberdade, east of Jardim Paulista and west of Ipiranga. The home covers a total ground area of 65 square meters.

Balcony area with wooden floors
Balcony with relaxation area

The clients wished for this home to have a Scandinavian feel, and so they asked Casa100 Arquitetura to focus on creating a minimalist interior design. In order to achieve this, the color palette was kept within a limited range, and the furnishings chosen are sparse, allowing the architecture to speak for itself.

Living room-kitchen in gray tones
Kitchen shelf detail
/ Kitchen countertop in concrete
Modern kitchen with wooden shelves
Kitchen in gray and white
Living room-kitchen connected to the balcony
Beautiful concrete walls

Originally, the apartment had two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The resulting floor plan consists of a much larger master suite, with a spacious closet where the second bedroom was originally located. The bathroom saw the two shower cabins fused into a larger one, while the smaller bathroom was converted into a restroom. The open kitchen was given a counter, which doubles as a dining space, and which looks out onto the living room.

The interior décor is done mostly in pale shades of gray, white, and wooden surfaces. Plants and patterned surfaces, such as the rug that decorates the living room floor, serve to add touches of vibrancy to the space.

Closet in wood
Casual bedroom in Scandinavian style
Details in gray of the bedroom
Bedroom with bathroom
Bathroom in gray and brown
Modern bathroom
Details of the bathroom with circular mirror
Balcony area with wooden floors
Balcony with relaxation area
Living room-kitchen in gray tones
Kitchen shelf detail
/ Kitchen countertop in concrete

Modern kitchen with wooden shelves
Kitchen in gray and white
Living room-kitchen connected to the balcony

Beautiful concrete walls
Closet in wood
Casual bedroom in Scandinavian style
Details in gray of the bedroom

Bedroom with bathroom
Bathroom in gray and brown
Modern bathroom
Details of the bathroom with circular mirror


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Sober and Elegant Apartment with Simple and Continuous Lines

By • Mar 1, 2018

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The architectural firm LCGA Design, under the direction of its architects Circle Huang and Gina Chiu, designed this fantastic and modern apartment of 75 square meters in the city of Taipei, Taiwan in the year 2017.

Entry marked by the range of gray colors

The main concept for this project is “light”. Not only was the space needed to have sufficient natural light, but also linear lights, suspended light boxes and backlight windows in the folding door, generating different appearances in a single space. Angles were applied to many details to make the different lights visible when projected. When planning the design, the space divider was added to allow light to penetrate.

Details of available storage space
Elegant close-up of the living-kitchen area
Modern closet in black
Modern leather sofa
Modern kitchen with geometric details
Lounge area that becomes independent

The dining room also doubles as a sort of study. The living room is not only a relaxing public space, but also a single room that is transformed by just pulling the folding door and the sofa becomes a bed. To make the space consistent, simple materials were used as an extension and rectangular tiles were applied on the floor and the walls.

As you can see the apartment reflects a great and strong personality full of elegance and exquisite good taste, in which each detail plays a key role.

Modern and elegant dining-kitchen
Minimalist kitchen in beige tones
Dining area seen from inside the room
Living-dining room sharing spaces
Elegant room with study area
Room with wooden floors and walls
Entry marked by the range of gray colors
Details of available storage space
Elegant close-up of the living-kitchen area
Modern closet in black

Modern leather sofa
Modern kitchen with geometric details
Lounge area that becomes independent
Modern and elegant dining-kitchen
Minimalist kitchen in beige tones

Dining area seen from inside the room
Living-dining room sharing spaces
Elegant room with study area

Room with wooden floors and walls

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A Small Apartment that Nevertheless Contains all the Necessary Amenities

By • Feb 27, 2018

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This apartment covering a ground area of only 50 square meters is on the upper level of a three-storey building located in the neighborhood of Pinheiros, São Paulo, Brazil. It was designed by the architectural firm Vão, by a team made up of architects Anna Juni, Enk te Winkel, and Gustavo Delonero. The project was completed in the year 2017.

Small living room full of natural light

The main request made by the future resident was that the 50 square meters that comprised the useful area of the apartment had to be reorganized, so that the bedroom could be isolated from the other spaces. Considering this, the construction was carried out almost without any demolition, which is quite unusual for remodeling projects.

Space shared by the living room and kitchen

The extension of the existing wall allowed the creation of a volume that houses the bedroom, relocating it from the main façade, which faced the street, to the back, where the windows overlook the interior garden of the community. In addition to preserving this restful environment from the sounds of the street, the new location was also designed so that the proportions of the integrated living room (living room, kitchen, and balcony) would be balanced, as well as the natural light that flows into them.

Since the building has a collective laundry room on the ground floor, the area that was available for that purpose was replaced by a large closet.

TV area
Dining room and kitchen
Wooden kitchen
View of the living room – dining room from the kitchen
Modern living room with high ceilings
Storage area
Small living room full of natural light
Space shared by the living room and kitchen
TV area
Dining room and kitchen

Wooden kitchen
View of the living room – dining room from the kitchen
Modern living room with high ceilings
Storage area


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Remodeling a Small Apartment to add Visual Amplitude

By • Feb 27, 2018

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This project consists of the renovation of an apartment located on the 18th floor of a building in Sao Paulo, Brazil, which dates back to 1950 and was built by the architect Artacho Jurado. The remodeling was carried out in 2016 by the architectural firm Vão, and covers a total ground area of 56 square meters.

Lounge area with access to a small terrace

The apartment offers a privileged view of the city center from its terrace. The demolition of all the internal walls of the original plan was, therefore, an intentional action in order to allow the cityscape and natural light, framed by the original wooden frames, to flow into the space.

Living room, kitchen, and dining room sharing a space

To increase the feeling of spaciousness within the 46 square meters of internal area, the division between environments was done through a piece of furniture that hangs suspended above the green floor that covers the entire department. The volume of wood in the middle of the plan opens to both the living room and the bedroom, and has a double function: while one side is a closet for books and electronics, the other serves as storage for clothing. The functionality of the concrete countertop also helped in the organization and to gain space, because it integrates laundry utensils, kitchen, and bathroom, separated from them by a mirror suspended on the countertop.

Aerial storage area
Aerial storage area
Wooden kitchen with a concrete countertop
Kitchen with a concrete ceiling
Complete view of the small apartment and its environments
Interior of the room with glass wall that connects to the bathroom
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Bathroom
Interior of the bathroom with glass partitions
Lounge area with access to a small terrace
Living room, kitchen, and dining room sharing a space
Aerial storage area
Aerial storage area
Wooden kitchen with a concrete countertop

Kitchen with a concrete ceiling
Complete view of the small apartment and its environments
Interior of the room with glass wall that connects to the bathroom

Bedroom
Bathroom
Interior of the bathroom with glass partitions


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