Posts by Kira

Have a look at the modern Fontana apartment interior design by Mark English Architects in San Francisco, California. It is the renovation of the early1960?s unit in one of two semi-circular apartment towers near Aquatic Park. As the architects say they removed all non-bearing walls, moved plumbing and completely transformed the space. Among the features of the apartment are marble flooring, illuminated suede sofa, radiant heat and Venetian plaster. Fontana design uses the white color and romantic lighting for living room and bedroom and glass sliding door in living room connected with terrace. The space inside the residence seems to be filled with air. A wonderful view from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay Bridge is opened from the terrace.

An interesting Ribbon house was created by G2 Estudio in San Carlos de Bariloche, Patagonia Argentina. It got its name because of the interior which looks like the ribbon shape; it is asymmetric and very unusual. The idea of the architects was to integrate large spaces performing different functions: one for leisure and another for recreation for the two families living in Tahiti. The house consists of two master-rooms, two bedrooms for the children, and all that can be necessary for the vacation house.

Redecoration of the old garden is a good idea especially with the unique lighting system from the illumination company Serralunga. It is built right into the lawn of the garden. Designer Roberto Paoli was inspired by the lighted floor in the video of Michael Jackson’s song “Billy Jean”. In this way Jacko Steps appeared. These lights are the perfect way to create a new gardening style. How great it looks especially at night! It brings the atmosphere of joy. You can choose either this Jacko Steps will be a single illuminated border surrounding your plantings or it will an illuminated pathway. Very creative! This lighting system will be presented at Milan Design Week 2011, April 12 to 17.

We have already mentioned Assembledge+ architect company and their gorgeous Ridgewood residence. This renovated house was built on the picturesque slope of Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles. It is surrounded by the beautiful nature and it is in a harmony with it. The magnificent landscaping is opened from the large windows. The beautiful valley below is spilled into by the huge Olympic-sized swimming pool which arouses the wish to get into it, and if you look away you will be fascinated by the myriads of the city lights… The architects’ concept was the contrast of the materials used. Warm brick exterior is combined with glass and steel. The interior is cool yet cozy with wood, marble and glass elements. Some interesting details are brought to the design, such as curved wall decoration, old-fashioned fireplace in the modern interior or pieces of wood right in the wall. Very interesting solution!

This residence in Ladner, British Columbia, Canada was created by Scott M. Kemp for his family of four. The main feature is the wood framing of the house and a sustainable approach to construction. The house is not too big but very flexible. The architect tried to connect the house with the natural surroundings of the river, by breaking down the barrier of both the indoor and the outdoor space.

Joc house situated in Johannesburg, South Africa was designed in the contemporary and luxury style. Featuring an opulent hotel like interiors, the house impresses imagination. Exterior and interior is packed with world class luxury hotel. It has large spaces of the dining room and the family one, a huge swimming pool in which you can spend time in joy. The equipment coupled with slick lighting that makes this house seem to make a classic. All the details of the design is modern and stylish. The house is really created for luxury relaxation. For more information visit the Nico Van Der Meulen Architects web site.

Sometimes the ideas of the architects and designers simply impress the imagination. Just have a look at this Admiralty Residence located in Fatmawati, Jakarta and designed by Yoka Sara for S Maruli. Its main peculiarity is the unusual white hemisphere which is combined with the terrace. The main concept of the designers when constructing this residence was the play of the colours. The soft green colour was used for the exterior, while white is the main inside the house. Impression of luxury of this house is to use the lights game. Such colour combination makes the house look fresh and stylish. There are several rooms in the residence including bedrooms, living room, and the terrace. The interior design gives the very airy feeling due to the large windows.

Here is the elegant collection of the bathtubs designed by WetStyle and called Image-in Motif collection. The design of these decorative bathtubs takes the concept of Earth, Water, Floral and Calligraphy, the styles range from contemporary and graphic to traditional and organic. They are delightful not only for your senses and eyes but also for your body. All the daily troubles will be soaked away in it, and the present relaxing feeling will fill you. Such bathtub can become a sophisticated edition to the interior of your bathroom space, and of course it will draw attention. The oval and squared shapes are available. Various design options and motive give you the freedom to determine the right choice in your home bathroom.