Small modern apartments benefit from a less is more design approach. To maximize space in this living room we used a rug with optical widening properties and wrapped a gallery wall around the seating area. Ottomans give extra seating when armchairs are too big for the space.

The living room is designed with sloping ceilings up to about 14' tall. The large windows connect the living spaces with the outdoors, allowing for sweeping views of Lake Washington. The north wall of the living room is designed with the fireplace as the focal point. Design: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com #kirklandarchitect #greenhome #builtgreenkirkland #sustainablehome

ダラスにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、横長型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、テレビなし、グレーの床) の写真

Dan Piassick
ダラスにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (ベージュの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、横長型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり) の写真

Photo by Valerie Bernardini, L-shape sofa from Roche Bobois, Cushions from Designers Guild and Roche Bobois/Lelievre
ロンドンにある高級なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (淡色無垢フローリング、白い壁、グレーとブラウン) の写真

Praised for its visually appealing, modern yet comfortable design, this Scottsdale residence took home the gold in the 2014 Design Awards from Professional Builder magazine. Built by Calvis Wyant Luxury Homes, the 5,877-square-foot residence features an open floor plan that includes Western Window Systems’ multi-slide pocket doors to allow for optimal inside-to-outside flow. Tropical influences such as covered patios, a pool, and reflecting ponds give the home a lush, resort-style feel.

デンバーにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (青い壁、無垢フローリング、横長型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

This living room is layered with classic modern pieces and vintage asian accents. The natural light floods through the open plan. Photo by Whit Preston

トロントにあるラグジュアリーな小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

リビングルームから室内が見渡せます。
他の地域にある高級な広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、据え置き型テレビ、茶色い床、クロスの天井、壁紙、白い天井、和モダンな壁紙) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある高級な広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、ベージュの床、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

The Kiguchi family moved into their Austin, Texas home in 1994. Built in the 1980’s as part of a neighborhood development, they happily raised their family here but longed for something more contemporary. Once they became empty nesters, they decided it was time for a major remodel. After spending many years visiting Austin AIA Home Tours that highlight contemporary residential architecture, they had a lot of ideas and in 2013 were ready to interview architects and get their renovation underway. The project turned into a major remodel due to an unstable foundation. Architects Ben Arbib and Ed Hughey, of Arbib Hughey Design were hired to solve the structural issue and look for inspiration in the bones of the house, which sat on top of a hillside and was surrounded by great views. Unfortunately, with the old floor plan, the beautiful views were hidden by small windows that were poorly placed. In order to bring more natural light into the house the window sizes and configurations had to be addressed, all while keeping in mind the homeowners desire for a modern look and feel. To achieve a more contemporary and sophisticated front of house, a new entry was designed that included removing a two-story bay window and porch. The entrance of the home also became more integrated with the landscape creating a template for new foliage to be planted. Older exterior materials were updated to incorporate a more muted palette of colors with a metal roof, dark grey siding in the back and white stucco in the front. Deep eaves were added over many of the new large windows for clean lines and sun protection. “Inside it was about opening up the floor plan, expanding the views throughout the house, and updating the material palette to get a modern look that was also warm and inviting,” said Ben from Arbib Hughey Design. “Prior to the remodel, the house had the typical separation of rooms. We removed the walls between them and changed all of the windows to Milgard Thermally Improved Aluminum to connect the inside with the outside. No matter where you are you get nice views and natural light.” The architects wanted to create some drama, which they accomplished with the window placement and opening up the interior floor plan to an open concept approach. Cabinetry was used to help delineate intimate spaces. To add warmth to an all-white living room, white-washed oak wood floors were installed and pine planks were used around the fireplace. The large windows served as artwork bringing the color of nature into the space. An octagon shaped, elevated dining room, (named “the turret”), had a big impact on the design of the house. They architects rounded the corners and added larger window openings overlooking a new sunken garden. The great room was also softened by rounding out the corners and that circular theme continued throughout the house, being picked up in skylight wells and kitchen cabinetry. A staircase leading to a catwalk was added and the result was a two-story window wall that flooded the home with natural light. When asked why Milgard® Thermally Improved Aluminum windows were selected, the architectural team listed many reasons: 1) Aesthetics: “We liked the slim profiles and narrow sightlines. The window frames never get in the way of the view and that was important to us. They also have a very contemporary look that went well with our design.” 2) Options: “We liked that we could get large sliding doors that matched the windows, giving us a very cohesive look and feel throughout the project.” 3) Cost Effective: “Milgard windows are affordable. You get a good product at a good price.” 4) Custom Sizes: “Milgard windows are customizable, which allowed us to get the right window for each location.” Ready to take on your own traditional to modern home remodeling project? Arbib Hughey Design advises, “Work with a good architect. That means picking a team that is creative, communicative, listens well and is responsive. We think it’s important for an architect to listen to their clients and give them something they want, not something the architect thinks they should have. At the same time you want an architect who is willing and able to think outside the box and offer up design options that you may not have considered. Design is about a lot of back and forth, trying out ideas, getting feedback and trying again.” The home was completely transformed into a unique, contemporary house perfectly integrated with its site. Internally the home has a natural flow for the occupants and externally it is integrated with the surroundings taking advantage of great natural light. As a side note, it was highly praised as part of the Austin AIA homes tour.

View of open layout of condo. Photo By Taci Fast
ウィチタにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、コンクリートの床、暖炉なし、テレビなし、グレーの床) の写真

Client wanted to use the space just off the dining area to sit and relax. I arranged for chairs to be re-upholstered with fabric available at Hogan Interiors, the wooden floor compliments the fabric creating a ward comfortable space, added to this was a rug to add comfort and minimise noise levels. Floor lamp created a beautiful space for reading or relaxing near the fire while still in the dining living areas. The shelving allowed for books, and ornaments to be displayed while the closed areas allowed for more private items to be stored.

パリにあるお手頃価格の小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (緑の壁、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

Walls are Venetian Plaster in Sherwin Williams Silvermist.
リトルロックにあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (青い壁、カーペット敷き、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、テレビなし) の写真

Photography: Rustic White
アトランタにあるラグジュアリーな広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、据え置き型テレビ) の写真

info@tkda.com.au Photo by Nicole England
シドニーにある広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、据え置き型テレビ、黒い天井) の写真

A colorblocked wall in Purple Passion provides the perfect backdrop as an enhancement of the artist's own original artwork. We added coffered ceilings with recessed lighting; the interesting definition is created in the new coffered ceiling by adding additional depth with gray paint. This balances the purple wall and coordinates with sofa and animal print on the chairs. A hand-knotted custom rug in a contemporary pattern grounds the conversation grouping, and motorized shades can be lowered to protect the furnishings or raised to any point to expose the beautiful ocean view. Photography Peter Rymwid