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Easy To Spot Upgrade Of Century-Old Chalet In The Swiss Alps
Located in the Swiss Alps, in the municipality of Gryon, Chalet Noisettes needed an upgrade that would extend the living spaces and bring the century-old log cabin up to date. Swiss architectural studio Lacroix Chessex started renovating the chalet and extending its beautified modern shape to accommodate the inhabitant’s needs. This renovation brought a new life to both the cabin and its surroundings, unifying the modern design with the existing one. Natural larch was artificially aged to construct an interesting blend with the old building. Extending the cabin meant more room for the family and guests and a new modern appeal. Colors were slightly adjusted on the exterior, while the interior received a dynamic use of vivid shades in the private zone. The living areas were kept natural and in perfect balance with the natural surrounding colors. The improved Chalet Noisettes now welcomes family and friends with five bedrooms and two bathrooms and a challenging design combining old and new.
28 Room Design Ideas for Teenage Girls
Looking for fresh design ideas for pretentious and stylish teenage girls? In this post we will try to give a hand. For today we’ve gathered together a set of 28 pictures which represent young girls’ rooms. We tried to do a various selection: we went with some serious and sober interiors, but we also gave a shot to the familiar and very popular pink, orange and red arrangements. All of the rooms are practical, featuring working spaces, small bookcases or shelving systems for books and Cds and beautiful cabinets especially designed for teenage girls. Last but not least, we consider the mirror to be a mandatory item in any girl’s bedroom, so in some of the photos below you will notice they have a special status. Even though not all the room design ideas have a particular theme, the decorating elements are very well interconnected creating interiors that are both functional and aesthetic. Have a look!
25 Wonderful Living Room Design Ideas
The living room is the most popular place in a house for the entertainment of guests, and where families come together to end their day, relax after a long workweek or to enjoy a television program together. In most cases this room is on the main level of a home and sees a lot of activity. This is why it is imperative that this area to be decorated and made into a friendly atmosphere to ensure the comfort of visitors. When planning a living room design, the first and most important factor to decide is the purpose of the room. One thing to remember when designing your living area is that you have to be comfortable in the room and like the style since you will most likely be spending a lot of your time in the room. Finally here are a few living room design ideas that will really get you in touch with the style that you want.
29 Under Stair Shelves and Storage Space Ideas
Stair shelves and unconventional storage spaces around your stairs are clever ways to declutter you home. In this post we will present 30 solutions that could serve as inspiration when it comes to making your crib a bit more… functional. Whether you live in a traditional or modern house, there are plenty of elegant ways below that can help you keep it clean without much effort. The space around the stairs can be turned into smart, built-in lockers for storing various objects. The stair steps can be used for drawers, without any guests noticing. Shelving units are perfect for decorating items you want on display. And my personal favorite idea- turning your staircase into a an original bookcase. Enjoy the photos below, get inspired and be sure to let us know what other creative shelving ideas did you come up with for optimizing the space around your stairs.
27 Contemporary Bedrooms
When it comes to contemporary bedrooms, the design alternatives are endless. This is why taking a decision in this area could prove to be somewhat tough. We decided to make this process easier for you and present 27 fresh contemporary bedrooms that could be the starting point when decorating. Because floor to ceiling windows are a trend these days, showcased below are a few truly spectacular interiors with views over beautiful natural landscapes. Wood decors are warm and inviting, which is probably why some of the bedrooms may inspire a cottage-like atmosphere. We also went for some themed rooms, most of them featuring black and white arrangements. Other common characteristics of these bedrooms include king-sized beds, various paintings, intriguing night tables, flower arrangements and colorful wallpapers. If you have a contemporary bedroom that you would like to share with us and that you consider could be added to this list, feel free to leave a comment on our Facebook page and submit it, for everyone to see and comment. So… which one do you prefer?
Under the Moonlight House in Australia
Partially camouflages in a lovely natural setting, Under the Moonlight house is a project developed by Giovanni D’Ambrosio and located in Mount Hotham, Australia. The shape of the residence is highly modern, yet its inspiration derives from its local historical background, animated by cowboys and country-men. An interesting mix of stone, glass, wood and metal was used to create a home that would shelter the owners, during summer and winter. According to the architects, “Under the Moonligh House has been designed with care in order to prevent damage to local vegetation and trees. Roof is made out of insulated metal and accomplishes with functionality of any climate“. But the use of sustainable materials in this case did not come with any compromises in aesthetics. Inside and out, this mountain crib looks original and welcoming. which is why we believe you will find it inspirational.
Unique Paradise Valley Dream Home
The glamorous Foothill House in Paradise Valley, Arizona, is up for sale. If you have $10 million lying around and are in search of a unique, exquisite residence for you and your family, this could be your dream home. The contemporary two level house is surrounded by a 10 acre property where owners can enjoy a myriad of features – from the staggering eight bedroom set of private spaces to the relaxing mini golf course on the premises. Let’s take a look at the inviting interiors – the single family home features twelve bathrooms, two large family rooms for socializing in an intimate atmosphere, a library for those inspiring moments alongside needful knowledge, a fitness room and a circular pool keeping the inhabitant’s bodies fit with a spa to relax in afterwards and a majestic kitchen with formal and informal dining spaces – all gathered under the roof of this 12,860 square foot modern house. Everything about this residence screams luxury and we would love to see one of our readers get their hands on such a property.
Casa CKN: Brick-Defined Contemporary Residence in Brazil
Casa CKN was designed by Giuliano Montero Architects and is located in Playa de Atlântida, Xangri-lá, Brazil. Spread over a total surface of 422,08 square meters, on a lot of 540 square meters, the imposing summer house was especially built for the entertainment of the residents and their guests. Defined by uneven volumes, brick and red roof tiles, the exterior appearance of the residence is complemented by a swimming pool on one side, and by a paved pathway and a miniature car lane on the other. The interior design is a logical extension of the exterior, with tall brick walls and plenty of wood employed throughout. The heart of the project is the double-height living room, connected with all other spaces and “flanked” by two suites. Various terraces create a good indoor/outdoor relationship. [Photos: Marcelo Donadussi]
Spacious And Carefully Compartmentalized Ukrainian Apartment
What is it that people want from an apartment? Space, comfort, style, a constant feeling of a welcoming space, a private retreat from the world? Let’s see how many of these features we can spot in this rendering of a 300 square meter apartment designed by Alexander Chervinskyi for Azovskiy & Pahomova Architects. Textures and colors shape an elegant collection of spaces and the floorplan is divided between the “active and quiet” zones – as the architects describe them. A large common room including the brightly lit living room and adjacent sundeck, open dining, inspiring office space and lounge zone shapes the public part of the apartments, while the kitchen, master bedroom, three kids bedrooms, guest suite and bathrooms were considered the private spaces and placed separately. The main living space has access to beautiful vistas through large windows that gently warm up the space. ThisUkrainian apartment spotted on Home Designing is also functional, with plenty of storage spaces carefully designed to be integrated in the owners daily lives. Now, does this apartment have what is takes to be a dream home?
