As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy, fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom— making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

Projet d'aménagement intérieur

Yellow by Aurélie Delin

パリにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (ライブラリー、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、ベージュの床) の写真

TALL, DARK + HAWKEYE

Studio Sven

シカゴにある広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

希望の作業にぴったりな専門家を見つけましょう

Houzz でハイレベルな設計事務所やリノベーション会社を見つけましょう

Esther - Clearwater

WERK | Building Modern

Open concept living room as viewed from behind kitchen island reclads existing corner fireplace, adds white oak to vaulted ceiling, and refines trim carpentry details throughout - Architecture/Interiors/Renderings/Photography: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Construction Manager: WERK | Building Modern

Gorgeous Condo Update

Gaspar's Construction

シアトルにある小さな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、茶色い床) の写真

From Traditional to Modern: A Before & After Home Remodel

Milgard Windows & Doors

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.

Port Moody Residence

Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.

Silent Sama Architectural Photography
バンクーバーにある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 (白い壁、ライムストーンの床、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、内蔵型テレビ、グレーの床) の写真

Hope Street

JENNIFER GIERSBROOK INTERIOR DESIGN

ロサンゼルス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リビング (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

Ausbau einer Dachgeschosswohnung zur Maisonette

fluidlab architektur design

Fotos: Stephan Baumann ( http://www.bild-raum.com/) Entwurf: baurmann.dürr Architekten

Macleay View House

Don Tankersley & Co.

ポートランド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、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉) の写真

Dave Giulietti

Giulietti Schouten Weber Architects

Photos By; Nate Grant
ポートランドにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁) の写真

Hill Country Contemporary with a "Legendary" Pedigree

By Design Custom Home Concierge

Vaulted ceiling and thoughtful niches add to the architectural drama of the home.
オースティン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、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、黒いソファ) の写真

New York - Miami - Modern interior designer - Pepe Calderin Design

Pepe Calderin Design- Modern Interior Design

ニューヨークにある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) の写真

William Hefner Architecture Interiors & Landscape

Studio William Hefner

ロサンゼルス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の写真

FORMA Design

The two-story atrium windows bathe the space in natural light. The upper balconies to the sleeping areas and the study are open so they could share the atrium light.

SOUTH COOGEE - House

CAPITAL BUILDING

This living space creates its own cosy area yet filters out to the kitchen. The use of similar tones and textures connects the 2 areas. Photography by Sue Murray - imagineit.net.au

North Vancouver New Home

Carsten Arnold Photography

Carsten Arnold Photography
バンクーバー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 (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床) の写真

Point Piper - Art Deco Inspired

Scott Weston Architecture Design PL

Nick Watt
シドニーにある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) の写真

MacDougal Manor

Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors

A stylish loft in Greenwich Village we designed for a lovely young family. Adorned with artwork and unique woodwork, we gave this home a modern warmth. With tailored Holly Hunt and Dennis Miller furnishings, unique Bocci and Ralph Pucci lighting, and beautiful custom pieces, the result was a warm, textured, and sophisticated interior. Other features include a unique black fireplace surround, custom wood block room dividers, and a stunning Joel Perlman sculpture. Project completed by New York interior design firm Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors, which serves New York City, as well as across the tri-state area and in The Hamptons. For more about Betty Wasserman, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/spaces/macdougal-manor/

コンテンポラリースタイルのリビングの写真

リビングは家族みんなが集まる部屋。テレビを観たり、ゲームで遊んだり、本を読んだり、一日のできごとを語ったりと、家族が各々で、また揃って様々なことをするスペースがリビングです。子どもが小さいうちは、リビングに遊び場所をつくることも多いでしょうし、小学生になればリビングで宿題をすることもあるかもしれません。そしてその隣ではお母さんが家事や趣味の作業をしたり、パソコンを使うことも考えられます。また、特別な客間がない限り、リビングにお客さまを招くことも多いはずです。そんな多目的な部屋だからこそ、おしゃれでくつろげるコンテンポラリースタイルのリビングをつくるヒントを探しましょう。

おしゃれなコンテンポラリースタイルのリビングのインテリアとは？

コンテンポラリースタイルのリビングのインテリアほど頭を悩ませるものはないでしょう。日常的に家族が集まる場所であり、客間として来客をもてなす場所でもあるリビングルームは、飽きのこないインテリアと、少しばかりの個性が必要となります。大きなソファーを置くのもいいですが、一人がけの椅子を家族の人数に合わせて置いたりするのも個性的ですね。一方で、ローテーブルやテレビ台などの家具は、リビングの壁や床の色との馴染みを考えながら選ぶと失敗しません。家族で使うリビングは、それだけ多くのものが持ち込まれる場所。雑多なものであふれかえりがちなので、壁面収納や床下収納など、リビング全体のスペースを有効に使って、整理整頓しやすい部屋づくりが必要です。床に導線の妨げとなる物を置かないという単純なことだけでも、広くて快適なコンテンポラリースタイルのリビングづくりにつながります。

コンテンポラリースタイルのリビングを広く見せるコツ

日本の住宅ではリビングや客間のスペースを広く取れないことも多く、少しの家具でも窮屈に感じてしまうこともあるでしょう。間取りが決まっているからこそ、視覚で広く見せるコツがあります。

天井を高く見せるため、リビングの家具はなるべく低いものに統一する。

家具をリビングの中央に置かず、壁や部屋の隅に沿って配置して視線の中心に置かない。

床に敷くラグはあまり大きなサイズにせず、フローリング面を大きく見せる。

明るい色の家具を配置する。白い家具は光を反射し部屋を明るく見せ、広く感じさせる効果がある。

お客さまの印象に残る、すてきなコンテンポラリースタイルのリビングのつくり方

ゲストルームがある家はその限りではありませんが、ほとんどの家庭では、お客さまをリビングにお通しします。お客さまを迎えるときには、生活感あふれるいつものリビングだとちょっぴりナンセンス。そこで、インテリアにアクセントを加えてみてはいかがでしょうか。すぐできる工夫としては、ローテーブルに花を飾ったり、季節の装飾品アイテムを添えたりすることです。コーヒーテーブルブックと呼ばれる装丁の美しい本や、さり気なく飾った旅先の写真なども会話のきっかけになりますね。

スッキリしたコンテンポラリースタイルのリビングをキープするコツ

家族団らんの場である居間は、ともすればモノで溢れかえりがちです。普段からリビングに持ち込む物の量を家族の間で決めておくことをおすすめします。収納家具も扉付き、引き出し、またお気に入りのコレクションを飾ることができるオープン棚など、様々なスタイルがあります。居間やリビングでは、インテリアとしての見せる収納と、生活感のある日用品を収納できる隠す収納を使い分けてはいかがでしょうか。出し入れの頻度が高い子どものおもちゃや絵本などをリビングに置く場合、急なお客さまでも慌てないように、片付けやすい収納グッズを活用しましょう。世界中の住まいのプロが手がけたおしゃれなコンテンポラリースタイルのリビングの写真の中から、あなたのお気に入りのスタイルを見つけてください。フィルターを使うと、モダン、北欧、カントリー調といったインテリアスタイル別のリビングの写真を選んで表示したり、気に入った事例を手がけた専門家の情報や、同じようなスタイルの施工事例を見ることもできます。おしゃれなアイデアを集めて、リビングのインテリア・レイアウト改造計画を始めてみませんか？

Axis Mundi

Good design must reflect the personality of the client. So when siblings purchased studios in Downtown by Philippe Starck, one of the first buildings to herald the revitalization of Manhattan’s Financial District, the aim was to create environments that were truly bespoke. The brother’s tastes jibed synchronously with the insouciant idea of France’s most popular prankster converting a building that once housed the buttoned-up offices of JP Morgan Chase. His collection of Takashi Murakami works, the gallery-like centerpiece of the main area, announces his boldness and flair up front, as do furnishings by Droog, Moooi and, of course Starck, as well as hide rugs and upholstery, and a predominantly red palette. His sister was after something soothing and discreet. So Axis Mundi responded with a neutrals and used glass to carve out a bedroom surrounded by drapes that transform it into a golden cocoon. Hide (albeit less flamboyantly applied) evokes a familial commonality, and built-in furniture and cabinetry optimize space restrictions inherent in studio apartments. Design Team: John Beckmann, with Richard Rosenbloom Photography: Mikiko Kikuyama © Axis Mundi Design LLC