Interior Design, Architecture & Interior Decorating eMagazine
Situated on a hill overlooking Atami, Japan southwest of Tokyo, this spectacular ocean view villa has a striking oval dinning room that appears to be on an island surrounded by water. Designed by architect Kengo Kuma, this glass house in which water is also a key component has the effect of a structure floating on water. The oval dinning room is connected to the rest of the house by a glass corridor. The infinity-edge reflecting pool connects the house to the ocean and the coastline.
The interior design of Viceroy Palm Springs Hotel in California recaptures the Hollywood Regency decor with a refreshing white, black and citrus colour palette. Designed by Kelly Wearstler, this theatrical version of old European aristocratic decor is a stunning display of glamour and glitz. The sophisticated elegance in a relaxed setting provide contemporary luxury under the sun.
Vitra Haus is the home of Vitra’s Home Collection located in the German town of Weil am Rhein which is a suburb of the city of Basel, Switzerland. Designed by Swiss architects Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron, Vitra Haus is a five-storey building with the theme of stacked houses on the Vitra Campus, joining the Vitra Design Museum. The striking architecture and the complexity of the interior space create an atmosphere that is both grand and intimate at the same time. The white interior walls allow the furniture displays to stand out. At night, the illuminated interior glows from within.
Ristorante “Il Riccio” located on the island of Capri in Italy became part of the Capri Palace Hotel & Spa under new ownership, and a major renovation returned it to a Mediterranean stylish hangout. In the 1960s, it was a popular eatery under the name of Add’o Riccio, which was visited by people like Jackie Kennedy. The new owner wanted a traditional Mediterranean ambience of the 1950s and 1960s. The restaurant interior design by Marco De Luca features a white and blue colour scheme with Mediterranean wood furnishings, and mosaic tiles create an atmosphere emblematic of Capri.
El Andaluz is a beautiful luxury condominium complex in Santa Barbara, California designed by architect Jeff Shelton. The mediterranean style architecture with Moroccan influence captures the essence of Santa Barbara living. The open-air courtyard bring light to the centre of the building and create a peaceful setting for its residents.
This small apartment in the Linnéstaden district of Gothenburg, Sweden makes efficient use of its 53 square meters (about 570 sq. ft.) of space. The floor plan provides windows for the living room and bedroom, as well as access to a balcony from the kitchen at the other end of the apartment. The brilliant layout makes it a very practical and attractive small apartment design.
This beautiful summer house in Rhode Island uses bright yellow, pink with splashes of green to create a refreshing atmosphere. The traditional home design by Kelley Interior Design is faithful to the architecture and setting of the house.
The Augustine is a stylish hotel housed in a 13th century monastery located in the picturesque heart of Prague, Czech Republic. The contemporary interior design by Olga Polizzi provides luxurious comfort while respecting the building’s rich history. Some rooms boast original iron doors and windows. Wood floors, heavy linen and locally made furniture are some of the features inspired by its environment. Ecclesiastical colours such as orange, red and green are used, in keeping with the theme.
