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Today we feature a historical design that has stopped us in our tracks – the ‘Totem Stereo System‘, Model RR 130, designed by Mario Bellini ...

Read More : The Water Tower by Architect Michael Carapetian







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The Water Tower by Architect Michael Carapetian ties in cozy and modern in a splendid reconstruction project dating back to 1970s....

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Life can’t get any sweeter if you’re living in a unique flat like this chic open-space apartment. The apartment opens up all the way to the ce...

Read More : Monochromes: 100 Years Ago, Wearing Masks on Thanksgiving was the Norm







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Wednesday, November 26, 2014, by Rachel B. Doyle

Welcome back to Monochromes, a regular mini-series wherein Curbed delves deep into the Library...

Read More : 10 Designs That Incorporate The Rule Of Three







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What is the rule of 3 and how do you use it to design your home? Image Source: JK Leyman

You have probably heard this statement...

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This modern expansion by DOSIS is quite the futuristic home. I like that the structure looks so “ultra modern” but the interiors...

Read More : Top 38 Best Ways To Repurpose and Reuse Old Windows







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If you are DIY lovers, to reuse and recycle old windows is indeed an inspiring idea. Every time when you see the old windows in your utility...

Read More : Hollywood Hills mid century by Edward H. Fickett







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This Hollywood Hills mid century by Edward H. Fickett was recently bought by actor James Marsden. Hey James, nice choice!. There are so many...

Read More : Original Thaï Boxing Hall in Paris Exhibiting a Fresh and Friendly Design







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La Belle Equipe is in an original Thaï boxing hall located in a charming Art Nouveau building in Paris. The unconventional sporting venue was e...

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This bold Moscow apartment by Netherlands-based Kate Hume Design and Frans van der Heijden is inspired by the “constructivist”...

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I may not live in a part of the country where I can boast 70 degree days most of the year, or have palm trees growing outside my window, but I...

Read More : Frame Magazine Retail Store in Amsterdam Combining 2D and 3D Visual Effects







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i29 interior architects where asked to design the a second retail store for Frame Magazine in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. i29 proposed a...

Read More : Mid century by John Floydd







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This beach side mid century home by architect John Floydd is perfect. IF you had the money, what a cool beach house this would be. The house was...

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Here’;s a simple, chic menorah to put together with items from the dollar store (really!) You start with little metal pails sold in the...

Read More : Why Minimalist Interiors Are Good For You







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Did you ever consider the idea that your home could be increasing your stress levels? There are many reasons why a minimalist home is a happy...

Read More : Incredibly Small Apartment in Paris Reduces Functions to Minimum







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Can you imagine an 8 square meter apartment? You might think this compact space can probably fit your wardrobe. Yet this apartment design...

Read More : Print: ‘Big and Small’ collection by Nathalie Du Pasquier at the Wrong Shop







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Above: NdP L1, 2014 – £650
Iconic textile designer Nathalie Du Pasquier founding member of the Memphis group couldn’t be more relevant in toda...

Read More : Why Form Should Follow Function In Interior Design







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A functional kitchen is a must-have for every homeowner—a proper kitchen design will always deal with functionality first. Image Source:...

Read More : The Gang"s All Here: Your Tiny Animal Friends Can Live at This Precious Dutch Table







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Tuesday, November 18, 2014, by Spencer Peterson


Photo by Femke Reijerman via Design Boom
A fish and a bird may fall in love, but where would...

Read More : White and black interiors







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These white and black interiors are the home of John Melfi. I have always loved the color palette of black and white mixed with grays and wood...

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Interior designer Jessica Helgerson furnished this modern brownstone located in the heart of Fort Greene,Brooklyn with lots of bold colours...

Read More : Energy-Efficient Leeuw House In Belgium Adapted To Its Countryside Landscape







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Leeuw House by NU architectuuratelier is an example of a modern building cleverly integrated in a countryside landscape. Located in...

Read More : Seaside Style Girls Bedroom by Caroti







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Sugar and spice and everything nice – this sweet bedroom suite by Caroti is what dreams are made of! The Stella Marina girl’;s...

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Today is Dezeen’;s eighth birthday! From chocolate penises to houses with slides instead of stairs, we’;ve pretty much written...

Read More : Green Bean House by Arctic Studio







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Arctic Studio designed the Green Bean house for a family in Onsala, Sweden.












From Arctic Studio
The concept of the Green Bean house...

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Pitsou Kedem Architects have completed the design of a penthouse apartment in Tel Aviv, Israel.











From the architects
This is a small...

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Friday, November 14, 2014, by Amy Schellenbaum

Welcome back to Monochromes, a Friday mini-series wherein Curbed delves deep into the...

Read More : Modern bathrooms by b.e architecture







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Yes, a whole post about modern bathrooms. While looking through the projects of b.e architecture I couldn’;t help but notice their...

Read More : Modern Brazilian Home Taking an Elegant Approach to Design







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Modern Brazilian homes keep popping up in a successful effort of permeating traditional culture. This particular home in Brazil is located in...

Read More : Luxury Penthouse Overlooking London’s Majestic Skyline 







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Beyond its stunning slanted glass walls, this penthouse basks in natural light and a stunning panorama of London all day and night. Imagine...

Read More : Tilting Floors Target Light and Views in Hillside House







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Mimicking the shapes of the surrounding hills, floors sloping up to strategically located windows let light into a basement room and 2 other...

Read More : Steal This Look: Aborigonal Art Bedrooms and Sweet Dreams







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The Skwachays hotel and gallery in Vancouver, BC isn’;t just a place to crash for the night – it’;s an expression of...

Read More : Badajoz Fine Arts Museum extensions feature speckled walls and bevelled edges







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Hundreds of tiny holes puncture the white concrete panels that clad these 2 extensions to the Badajoz Fine Arts Museum by Spanish firm Estudio A...

Read More : Sponsored Post: Michael Chen: The Micro-Living Guru







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[Photo: Alan Tansey]
Inspired by BP Gasoline with Invigorate®, The Next Mile explores the stories of trends, products and people who go a ...

Read More : 3D printing by Emerging Objects







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Cement polymer, wood, chocolate, paper, salt, nylon and acrylic are just a few materials that Emerging Objects are 3D printing. A group focused...

Read More : Hicks Orthodontics by BarberMcMurry Architects







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BarberMcMurry Architects have designed a new location for Hicks Orthodontics in Lenoir City, Tennessee.
















From the...

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The theme of this bright apartment in Bucharest, Romania is based on a delicate and feminine note design for a young lady. In order to create...

Read More : Budget Minimalist Apartment Designed for a Young Couple in Israel







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Studio Dana Shaked completed the design and development of a highly minimalist apartment in Kfar Saba, Israel. The owners of this home- a...

Read More : Rumormongering: Ellen Degeneres May be Buying a House She"s Already Owned







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Thursday, November 13, 2014, by Amy Schellenbaum



Talk show host and house-flipping wizard Ellen Degeneres is no stranger to the real estate...

Read More : 22 Inspiring Rustic Bedroom Designs For This Winter







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I love rustic interiors, especially during the winter months when all I want to do is stay indoors where its warm and cozy. This post you’ll f...

Read More : Modern brownstone by Hufft







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This modern brownstone located in Chicago is a perfect example of simple and clean modern. There is beauty in simple clean lines and that is...

Read More : How To Decide If Homeownership Is Right For You







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Homeownership offers a lot of freedom, but comes with an equal amount of responsibility. Image Via: Lochwood-Lozier Custom Homes

Most people...

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If you’;ve been following me for awhile you may have seen this photo which first appeared in the Houzz Chanukah decorating idea workbook a...

Read More : Pin-Up-Inspired Furniture Collection Marrying Retro Style and Functionality







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Reminiscent of Pin-Up clothes, the sideboard and bedside tables shaping the Unbutton Collection dive into the idea of unbuttoned beauty and se...

Read More : Textiles by Laura Slater







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Above: Assemblage / Configure Collection
Add some print to your home. We recommend the art inspired collection by Laura Slater, who...

Read More : The Old School House by Architect Robert Wood







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The Old School House redesigned into a cozy family home has been remodeled by architect Robert Wood in the early 1990s. The architect has...

Read More : Inside the Top-level Greenwich Hotel’s Penthouse owned by Robert De Niro







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The TriBeCa Penthouse, a sanctuary high above the corner of Greenwich Street and North Moore Street. The TriBeCa Penthouse was created by ...

Read More : Why Drones Are The Future of Design Photography







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Drones are changing the way we see design photography. Image Via: Rick Ryniak Architects

The idea of drones makes people nervous and...

Read More : Origami 6 lamp by Francois Champsaur for the 5th Edition of the Cabinet de Curiosites by Thomas Erber







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Francois Champsaur has designed a limited edition lamp exclusively for 5th Edition of the internationally acclaimed Cabinet de Curiosities ...

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Ken Woolley designed this little black and white beauty in the “Lowline” series. Located in St Ives Australia and completed in 1966...