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Take a tour of the world's best modern homes, owned by architects, interior designers and full of decor inspiration
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It's a game changer – this kitchen's uniquely-shaped island completely shifts the space's layout for the better
The architect's of this kitchen thought outside of the box when designing the layout of this space - quite literally in the case of the island
By Oonagh Turner Published
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5 things that just make sense in this tiny apartment, including a hidden bedroom – can you guess where it is?
You might not notice this micro-apartment's bedroom at first glance, but it's hidden within this small space in a very clever way
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Before & After – Singer Mayer Hawthorne transformed his Spanish-style LA bungalow into a rustic boho haven
The musician and his wife renovated the home themselves, infusing original features with their organic modern rustic style
By Lilith Hudson Published
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This designer's trick for perfecting a color balance has made me rethink my living room's palette
This designer's trick for balancing color has made me rethink my living room color scheme
By Oonagh Turner Published
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The sliding divider in this New York apartment creates a 'temporary room' – a genius trick for flexible open plan living
This once-cramped Manhattan apartment is now a sophisticated sun-soaked space with an open floorplan that maximizes every inch
By Lilith Hudson Published
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I’ve never seen a piece of furniture work as hard – this built-in unit makes a minimalist, open-plan barn feel cozy
An entry closet, bench, bar, and media center rolled in one – this clever piece of furniture is perfect for a minimalist home
By Oonagh Turner Published
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I've never seen terrazzo flooring quite like in this minimalist Italian villa – the perfect way to make a home feel more expensive
The designers of this European home have used terrazzo flooring throughout, creating an elegant space that celebrates the materials of the local landscape
By Oonagh Turner Published
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The theater room in LA Reid's Bel-Air home takes one of our favorite decorating trends to the next level
The $21.5 million home, complete with a red velvet media room and sound system, is a music fanatic's dream
By Lilith Hudson Published
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10 homes with welcoming terraces that are perfect to spend a summer night on
Explore this edit of 10 beautiful terraces to inspire your own backyard entertaining spaces
By Oonagh Turner Published
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Is this the world's most elegant island? Fluted marble gives this kitchen serious wow-factor
Beautiful marble crafted into fluted panels make this kitchen island a showstopper - but how was it made? We speak to its designer
By Oonagh Turner Published
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This architect's apartment is a trove of vintage finds, proving that Mid-Century decor can work in a contemporary setting
Vintage meets modern in this elegant SoHo loft and is a lesson in how to use mid-century decor in a contemporary space
By Oonagh Turner Published
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Before and after – 'muddied' by its previous remodels, this 1970s home now has a sense of clarity
How do you make an architecturally significant home feel modern, without losing its spirit? This Washington home is an example on how to handle a home sensitively
By Amy McArdle Published
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I've never seen a dining table the shape of the one in this Napa Valley home – it's genius for hosting better dinner parties
This home is a gallery of the most unique, sculptural pieces that are as functional as they are decorative
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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How do you make beautiful original features stand out? Just paint them white, says this designer
Why bright white paint was this designer's best friend for highlighting elegant crown molding in this Brooklyn brownstone
By Oonagh Turner Published
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Is this the world's best bookcase? Inside a Parisian home where incredible shelving takes a starring role
Designed by NJ+ Arquitetura, this home in Paris has myriad outstanding features, but a unique bookcase in the living room takes centerstage
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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This kitchen's designer went through rounds and rounds of tests before perfecting this pink-tinged cabinetry stain
This cool, calm kitchen features warm-toned cabinetry that has been uniquely and expertly stained to suit the room's exact lighting conditions
By Lilith Hudson Published
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We're calling it – this minimalist house has the best take on wall paneling that feels elevated and fresh, not clichéd
Take a tour of this beautifully pared-back project with a refreshing take on wall paneling
By Oonagh Turner Published
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Before and after – a dingy, dated ski retreat in Utah now looks unrecognizable thanks to one major change
A soft, bright color palette and a spattering of metallic accents work together to elevate this home
By Lilith Hudson Published
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'The goal was a sense of monastic sanctuary' – this designer chose the perfect wall paint for a tranquil escape
This home outside of Mexico city has been transformed through a clever use of cocooning colors, natural materials and the use of natural light
By Oonagh Turner Published
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These four paints used in this Seattle home are the perfect shades to create an instantly luxe decor scheme
This Seattle home proves that going brave with dark wall color can really pay off
By Oonagh Turner Published
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'It’s the perfect creamy off-white' – these designers chose this exact Farrow & Ball color to spray a townhouse's kitchen
The Brownstone Boys have paid homage to traditional Brooklyn townhouses with this restoration project. From the kitchen to the bedroom these are the paint colors they used
By Oonagh Turner Published
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Before and after – this apartment's dated interiors and leopard print carpet made way for a modern transitional design
Retrofitted Victorian features turn this dated apartment into a modern home that masters the transitional style
By Lilith Hudson Published
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This maximalist's Los Angeles backyard has serious wow factor – just wait until you see the hotel-inspired outdoor bar
This maximalist take on an outdoor entertaining space show how much fun you can have with your backyard
By Oonagh Turner Published
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'The trick is material richness' - this minimalist house gets warmed up by these clever designer tricks
Designers Fowlkes Studio have remodelled this townhouse in Washington, D.C., into a haven of warm minimalism, where unexpected materials add character and charm
By Pip Rich Published
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Before & after – this once-dated Victorian house in Washington DC is now a modern, monochromatic home
This period property embraces the transitional style with its monochromatic scheme and original Victorian features
By Lilith Hudson Published
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The most amazing rugs bring the drama to this otherwise minimalist home – they might just be the new accent wall
Ali Budd Interiors has transformed this family home, using luxurious and homemade rugs for cozy interior
By Oonagh Turner Published
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See inside super-stylist Colin King's apartment, a minimalist masterclass in creating a space full of personality
Colin King's New York apartment is the perfect place to showcase his clever way with curation, using minimalist techniques to celebrate the very best of things
By Mary Weaver Published
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For this coastal California kitchen, solid wood wasn't an option – but the designer's solution looks just as good
A neutral color palette, rustic touches, and soft furnishings make this California home a dreamy escape
By Oonagh Turner Published
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This art collector moved into his new apartment with just a vintage rug and a few chairs – now it's a cozy minimalist haven
Designed by architect Yevheniia Dubrovska, this apartment is a repository of expressive accents, splashes of color and beautiful artworks
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published