A small apartment in Sofia shows real contemporary stylistics and elegance. This current project ofMarchitects located in Sofia, Bulgaria impresses with its stylish minimalism and the feeling of much bigger spaces. The owners entrusted the designers with the complete transformation of the old building property into a modern functional combo. So in the end, though … Read more
With National Cake Week (5th – 11th October) here, it’s only natural that we’ve been looking at some delicious cakes, with a difference. We’ve salivated and drooled at some of the recipes and pictures we’ve come across, scrolling though the net, but what about something that can be made in a microwave? We thought what … Read more
Eco Wallpaper has launched its latest wallpaper collection – a collaboration with Swedish design group Front, which works with the paper for the first time. The collection consists of a series of wallpaper patterns based on various shading techniques. A collection of nine different wallpaper designs gives dramatic illusions of depth and structure. Front collection consists … Read more
Pax & Parker is a new boutique fashion retailer. This is their first store located in Fort Worth, Texas; designed and decorated by Bart Shaw Architect. The design approach to the 1,340 SF space was to keep the majority of space minimal and focus on one signature element that influences the entire area. The existing … Read more
It’s possible to get a tropical style garden without having to swathe your plants in bubble wrap every winter! These are the top tropical plants for a colder climate. 1. Chusan palm/Trachycarpus fortunei A really lovely palm (above) with fan-shaped leaves. This is a hardy plant and while it is incredibly robust in very cold winters it’s a … Read more
Wooden decking needs regular care to keep it looking good and, before you get your patio furniture out of storage, this is the time to get rid of dirt and mould that’s accumulated over winter. Follow this easy how to clean decking guide to get it bright and fresh for summer. TOP TIP If the winter’s been … Read more
A serene expression of contemporary architecture and design this house located in the pastoral surrounding of Como, Italy is a result of collaboration between architect Marco Carini and designersBesetetti Associati. The natural, easy going float of the premises in the house, the rich material palette based on natural elements: wood, water, fire and stone – … Read more
Mexican architect Isaac Broid has teamed up with Chilean duo Assadi + Pulido to design a single-family residence that proposes an H-shaped scheme with two parallel pavilions. Located in one of the most prestigious areas of Mexico City, Casa Roel shines with its simplicity and concrete grandeur. With an almost monochromatic appearance, the house was … Read more
The Marquise House – a tropical paradise, dynamic playground with artistic twists, an embodiment of young spirit, a family sanctuary or masterpiece in interior design? Or all of the above? Creating this São Paulo home the architects from FGMF Arquitetos had fallowed the limitations set by the steep parcel and the city regulations as well … Read more
This magnificent ski chalet located in Canadian mountains entwines the rustic charms with a modern layout and inviting textures. The architects from Robitaille.Curtis had provided the challenging architectural shell with vast panoramic windows that capture the 100-mile panoramic views over beautiful Lac Archambault and innovative elevated structure fast standing on red cedar pillars that not … Read more