Atelier Cho Thompson has transformed a former Coca-Cola bottling plant into a welcoming and richly textured home. They approached this adaptive reuse project with a sensitive eye toward modernizing the 1890 brick building; tin ceilings and walls were restored, unique timber structure was exposed, wood floors were uncovered, and the building’s remarkable features were unearthed and celebrated in the renovation. Drawing inspiration from the Italian American neighborhood of Wooster Square, each unit takes a different approach to materials and forms. The second floor is an airy, bright, contemporary space with a color palette of sage green and terra cotta; the space features natural materials like jute, rattan, and cork alongside colorful terrazzo and playful brass hardware. The first floor, currently in construction, is a rich, moody space with a color palette of deep cobalt and rust; the space features exposed brick, polished concrete, and rich velvets. Salvaged materials and vintage…

Sometimes it’s love at first sight.In this case, they were a cute couple who had just purchased a typical 70’s style apartment, which had old and neglected vibes. It was located in central Tel-Aviv, near the Ichilov hospital. As an architect, one must be both highly creative and very analytical, in order to create a final result that embed both aesthetic and practical qualities.It was a perfect match for WE Architects, since this couple was the perfect example of such a combination – the husband has a very creative and unorthodox skill set, while the wife is a prominent entrepreneur in the intelligence-tech industry (with a very good taste in shoes, if I might add). The type that you will one day find in a Forbes magazine’s 40 under 40 article.Since they both come from warm-hearted families, in which hospitality is key, designers wanted to challenge the conventional seating arrangement…

Interior designer Åsa and her husband architect Phil have created a well-thought-out home where they have planned the flows in the house in the best way according to how the family wants to live and live. Their 40s house has undergone a major makeover that flirts with both now and then. While Åsa and Phil needed to renew almost everything, they wanted to preserve some of the house’s history. The floor in the living room was a typical old lacquered yellowed oak floor, which is found in many homes from the 1940s. They liked the herringbone pattern but not the color, and together with a floor sander, they finally got a color that corresponded to the matte, gray-brown, dull effect they wanted. The couple also saved money by buying a leftover batch of wide oak planks for the kitchen and dining room. Straight lines, modern minimalist furniture, muted colors – such a stylish design…

While Reena Sotropa In House Design Group were designing the Rosemont Residence, emphasis fell on ensuring a stylish yet timeless home with high functionality to keep up with the busy lifestyle of their clients, a young family of five. As their very fashionable clients dreamt of a beautiful home that would stand the test of time – and their children – the designers’ approach incorporated a mix of modern and traditional styles with durable, kid-friendly finishes. The colour inspiration for the entire home was deeply rooted in a breathtaking Creative Matters area rug which Reena Sotropa and their very “hands-on” client found on one of their outings. The foundational elements of the living room were kept quite neutral, with the custom-made Kravet furniture adding just the right amount of colour to bridge the gap between the neutral whites and bright tones of the rug. The specific needs of the studio’s…

This heritage-listed warehouse in Melbourne’s Princes Hill still retains its hallmarks. Once home to John Lawson Furniture, downstairs entailed furniture making, while upstairs the timber was treated. The history of this 1889 building can still be seen in the slightly faded letters of the proprietor’s name across a rear brick wall. For the owners, Mark, a photographer, and his wife Sal, a screenwriter, this warehouse provided an opportunity to scale down from a family home. “We wanted to retain the industrial aesthetic, but we also wanted a comfortable home, and importantly a separate studio for Sal. I also thought there was an opportunity to display my photography,” says Mark. Fronting a laneway, and on a relatively modest parcel of land (approximately 180 square metres), the two-storey, triple-brick warehouse had been renovated in the 1980s by McIldowie Partners studio . A past adaption that included a white laminate kitchen and rudimentary…

A beautiful shoot Location house with a relaxed bohemian feel. The living areas on the ground floor are painted white and have stripped floorboards. Simple neutral furnishings are well thought out and the rooms are of fantastic proportions. The large bay windows to both front and back elevations flood the space with natural light. The front sitting area has an open fire, and the dining area a more traditional original fireplace. A simple freestanding kitchen arrangement suits the house perfectly. To the first and second floors are selection of four bedrooms. One is set up as an office space at the rear of the house. A double bedroom to the front, with a kids room behind, and family bathroom. On the top floor is the master suite. See also :https://house-diaries.com/a-unique-farmhouse-in-the-netherlands/

The client wanted to improve the use of spaces in this rented ground floor apartment, located in a historical building. So Angá Arquitetura designers needed to rethink the existing layout, as well as pairing the customer’s existing furniture with new pieces, without changing the authentic property’s features. The project needed to be low on cost and improve the apartment’s functionality, which previously had three bedrooms, for the one resident. The idea was to create a large space to have friends over and make music, an important part of the client’s life. The kitchen also needed to be reorganized with new cabinets and an increase in the work area so the customer could cook – another hobby of his. Photography : João Paulo Prado See also :https://house-diaries.com/petropolis-apartment-interior-renovation-project-in-porto-alegre-brazil/

In the Urban Farmhouse, careful consideration of the architectural past was taken by Post Architecture Inc. to re-imagine a century old farmhouse as a contemporary home re-built on the site where it stood since the 1800’s.Situated in Toronto’s Bennington Heights neighbourhood, the property is adjacent to the scenic Beltline Trail and creek, where trains used to once travel in the late 1800’s. The existing farmhouse was a 2-storey, balloon framed structure clad in white ship lap siding. The Owners wanted to renovate and expand the house but it was in too poor a condition to be maintained so the decision was made to take it down and build new, keeping the same footprint and honouring the history of the site.  The material palette was an important tool used to evoke the farmhouse feeling. Natural oak flooring, and matching oak millwork, were used throughout to add warmth and texture, as some…

Parkdale Residence is a beautiful custom inner-city home built by the talented team at Veranda Homes for a young family of five. As the construction of their custom home was approaching the finish line, Reena Sotropa In House Design Group’s clients reached out to them to assist with the furnishings and decor of the entire home.This two-story residence has a unique placement on its corner lot in Calgary’s Parkdale neighborhood. While all the other houses on the street face north, its front door and house number point west. While confusing to first time visitors, this detail is a combination of the Feng Shui philosophy and idiosyncratic aesthetics. The colour palette for the living room and kitchen areas revolves around the show stopping area rug designed by renowned German carpet maker and designer: Jan Kath….. Photography :Phil Crozier See also :https://house-diaries.com/silverhorn-residence-blending-classical-elements-with-youthful-energy/

Otmar fell in love with this region of the Italian Alps as a child, when he went here every year to visit his grandmother on the family farm during the summer holidays. The local beauty and unsurpassed nature not least inspired him to become a designer and artist. And so, many years after his first visit, he bought an old traditional house in these parts to create his ideal mountain retreat. And although the cottage is very different from most local buildings with its minimalist appearance and modern design, for Otmar this is the best place on earth! (Source : https://bobedre.dk) See also Qhttps://house-diaries.com/scandinavian-mountain-cottage-in-winter-time/

Built in 1956, this TechBuilt home was constructed from a “kit of parts” designed by the architect Carl Koch, an early pioneer of modernism and prefabrication. While the “bones” were lovely, the home needed many upgrades. Hisel Flynn Architects were pleased to imagine a reconfiguration that works entirely within the home’s original footprint and without major impacts on the home’s exterior, holding true to Koch’s initial vision that the home could adapt over time to suit new needs. Photography : Eric Roth Photography See also : https://house-diaries.com/idyll-in-sweden-architecturally-built-house-with-exclusive-material-choices/