HOME DESIGNS: April 2014

Small Apartment with Secret Storage Ingeniously Designed on a Budget

Find the idea of living in a small apartment unappealing? Just have a look at this ingenious 26 square meter minimalist crib envisioned by Mili Mlodzi Ludzie in Lazarz, Poland. Not only does “Peter’s Flat”(the official name of the project) come with a highly modern look, but it also boosts creative storage solutions for practical living, all within a budget of €8000.

Various compartments are cleverly hidden behind the white walls, stylishly camouflaged by an irregular black line pattern, scattered throughout the house: “Desk, TV, storage space and kitchen are hidden within the white front panels. Handles along with the lines on the ceiling and walls, are arranged in a broken, designated intersection of four non-orthogonal planes of walls and panels. Modest budget and Peter’s love for minimalism brought us to this design solutions“, explained the designers. This combination of black and white minimalist decor is only disrupted in the living area, where a colorful geometric carpet was strategically placed. The sleeping bed was integrated in a suspended area above the bathroom, accessible via a minimalist black ladder. Find the place as intriguing as we do?

Creative Fusion of Colors and Textures: W Residence 10F in Los Angeles

W Residence 10F by Kyle Spivey Designs captured our attention due to its inspiring diversity. As if trying to capture the colorful atmosphere of Los Angeles, the project designers envisioned a place filled with powerful vibes. The core of this elegant house is an open plan living and dining room, personalized through a bold color palette, striking contrasts and use of texture. Black and white walls set the tone for a stylish living venue. Silver circle patterns add a touch of playfulness, while the wooden floor and TV cabinet bring warmth. Generously-sized windows flood the interior in natural light during the day, enhancing the feeling of space.
While the lounge area is “spiced up” with an abundance of color, the black kitchen remains sober, but not less elegant. The interior design scheme in the living room is taken further into the rest of the house. The master bedroom is also characterized by a dark color palette with strong lime color accents and wall patterns. Enjoy the photos and tell us if we left out any interesting details!

Masculine Black and White Apartment Spiced Up with Colorful Details

Polish studio Kasia Orwat takes various decorating challenges and turns them into elegant black and white homes with a twist. Raw and masculine, this apartment spotted by Freshome on Homedit certainly doesn’t lack creativity. Geometry was exceptionally well used in this crib, blurring transition between spaces and adding a dynamic touch. Simple lines often lead to surprising visual patterns, which gradually build rhythm.
Partially integrated in the living zone, the kitchen is 100% custom made with laminated panels. Different shades of gray and black, and consequently simple solid furniture form a cohesive composition in the open plan living and dining space. The timeless design of Armchair RM58 by Vzor fits perfectly in this minimalist, yet elegant decor. Charming yellow and green details enhance color contrasts and add a boost of personality. Have a look at the virtual gallery below and feel free to share your thoughts! [Photos: Weronika Trojanowska]