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Interior Design, Architecture & Interior Decorating eMagazine
Located in Extremadura in Western Spain, this 12th Century Oil Mill was converted into a stylish contemporary home by architect Ricardo Elizondo. The original architecture was preserved because of its historic value. The interior design has a modern eclectic flair that mixes rustic furniture with IKEA carpet and antique elements.
The exterior of this modern house located in the Barrio Historico neighbourhood in Tucson, Arizona has a minimalist façade that is in keeping with the neighbourhood guidelines. The interior of the house is a delightful haven. A tranquil courtyard where the swimming pool is the focal point offers year round connection between the interior and the exterior spaces.
Hotel Amsterdam Zaandam in the suburb of Amsterdam, the Netherlands is a whimsical real life gingerbread house. The concrete building with a quirky façade of irregularly stacked Dutch wooden houses is the work of WAM architecten. The traditional houses in bright green and blue speaks the architectural language of the region. This 160-room hotel has individually designed guest rooms which refer to typical products from the Zaan region.
This tiny cottage in the Lauttasaari Recreational Park in Western Helsinki, Finland is an affordable and eco-friendly retreat designed by Finnish architects Jussi and Riina Palva. It is located just a quick 10-minute bike ride from the Palvas’ apartment in Helsinki. The cottage is heated by an HWAM fireplace. The couch converts into a bed. A stainless steel serving bowl from IKEA on the kitchen counter serves as a makeshift wash basin (a hose is just outside). A two-burner gas stovetop completes the kitchen. The 150-square-foot cabin costs around US$42,000 to build.
Interior designer Tim Clarke is well known for creating unique spaces inspired by modern classicism. The timeless and sophisticated interiors celebrates modern elegance.
The modern interior design of consulting firm No Picnic in Stockholm, Sweden has a simple yet creative atmosphere. Swedish architect Elding Oscarson use reflective aluminum walls to make the space appear bigger.
Located in a charming 19th century building in Barcelona, Spain, this renovated apartment has a hip modern look that offers pleasant surprises. Area rugs serve as elements that divide the space. Nice touches such as a bookworm shelf and book shelves under the staircase are functional and unique.
Balancing Barn is situated by a small lake in the countryside near Thorington in Suffolk, England. The traditional barn shape modern country house cantilevers over a slope at midpoint. The rigid structure of the house makes it possible for 50% of it to balance in free space. Reflective metal sheeting covers the exterior. The highly ventilated and insulated house is warmed by a ground source heat pump resulting in a highly energy efficient building. The interior theme is dominated by timeless timber and a neutral palette.
