Contemporary Family-Friendly Living Solution in Slovakia

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• Contemporary Family-Friendly Living Solution in Slovakia
• Impacting Through Bright Colors: Blue Penthouse in Shanghai
• Ombre Wallpaper Inspired by Swedish Landscapes at Dusk and Dawn
• Captivating TriBeCa Penthouse with Three Terraces and Expansive Views

Contemporary Family-Friendly Living Solution in Slovakia Posted: 06 May 2014 05:31 AM PDT A modern family house resting in a quiet residential area is many people's dream. Slovakia is today's virtual design destination. Located in the village of Kyncelova near Banská Bystrica on a 11,500 square feet lot, this modern family house known as K2 House (left) is part of Pauliny Hovorka Architekti's portfolio. Neighboring another project – called "Dom Zlomu" – designed by the same architects, this new home is being inhabited by an elderly couple who wanted to live next to their children and grandchildren. Greeted by a bold yellow entrance softening the concrete appearance, guests experience an inspiring geometric play that continues inside. Viewed from the street, the uplifted, unusual shape of the K2 House seems intended to match the next-door neighboring home belonging to this couple's children. Architects agree that this solution allows multiple generations to "enjoy privacy of their own living space whilst sharing common external areas". Furthermore, "while designing the K2 House, the aim was not to create a supplement to an earlier built construction but a fully-fledged house with an independent and tailored concept." The elevation seen from the outside is reflected inside by two one-flight staircases connecting the different elevations while shaping three independent levels. The modern family house thus expresses this inner layout through its dynamic, unusual architecture: "The division of the building into three levels allows to meet the client´s requirement to separate thoroughly the study room from the main living area of the house making it sound-proof and independent as it is often used as a guest room." Some of you are already building a home – did you ever consider this family-friendly solution of living next door to your parents/grown children? You're reading Contemporary Family-Friendly Living Solution in Slovakia originally posted on Freshome. The post Contemporary Family-Friendly Living Solution in Slovakia appeared first on Freshome.com.

Impacting Through Bright Colors: Blue Penthouse in Shanghai Posted: 06 May 2014 12:42 AM PDT If you catch yourself dreaming about living in a stylish home, Dariel Studio's eye-catching Blue Penthouse will definitely spark your creativity. True to its name by showcasing a dominant blue color palette, this stunning penthouse apartment in Shanghai seems to have been designed around a central spiral staircase leading up to the main sleeping area. With a high ceiling hanging over the living room, the social spaces were imagined as a sequence of volumes and voids shaping the rest of the living space. In the volume above this high living room, the master study offers the possibility of working without losing sight of family life happening downstairs. The kitchen and dining space occupy the same room, alongside a wine bar mounted on one of the walls and enclosed in glass. Showcasing a color combo worth stealing, this luxurious penthouse apartment presents itself as a combination between classic and modern. Details create a unique living environment that makes for an amazing full-time residence, don't you think so? You're reading Impacting Through Bright Colors: Blue Penthouse in Shanghai originally posted on Freshome. The post Impacting Through Bright Colors: Blue Penthouse in Shanghai appeared first on Freshome.com.

Ombre Wallpaper Inspired by Swedish Landscapes at Dusk and Dawn Posted: 05 May 2014 03:37 PM PDT Four walls could be easily beautified with wallpaper. But then again, maybe the perfect wallpaper is even harder to choose than paint. Are you adventurous enough to give the concrete wallpaper a try or do you prefer a softer look, like the fascinating ombre wallpaper part of Swedish brand Sandberg's latest Carl Collection? These two beautiful wallpaper designs – Skymning and Gryning – portray seasonal changes in the Swedish landscape at dawn and dusk. The Skymning wallpaper was designed by Karolina Kroon, while the Gryning wallpaper was imagined by Sissa Sundling. Both exhibit an awe-inspiring mix of colors seen in the photographs taken by Karl Anderson. This is how the Swedish brand describes its recently launched wallpaper collection: “The sun is rising. It's early morning in Ulricehamn, and the sky exhibits an abundance of nuances. Lake Åsunden lies frozen, surrounded by sparkling hoarfrost and the silence of the forest. The winter's many hues create an endless landscape of wooded hills, layer upon layer. This is the crisp chill and the clear, clean light that permeates our Carl collection. The cool Swedish winter landscape served as the inspiration for our new striped collection. We wished to highlight our heritage and our history in a timeless pattern image. Our Swedish tradition of decorating with light, cool colours goes way back in history and still influences us today. This collection contains seven striped patterns, six of which are brand new. To achieve the large, magical views that nature exhibits, we've used digital technology in two of the patterns to depict dawn and dusk.” Which one do you like best – Skymning or Gryning?  Share your thoughts in the comments below, we’d love to hear from you! You're reading Ombre Wallpaper Inspired by Swedish Landscapes at Dusk and Dawn originally posted on Freshome. The post Ombre Wallpaper Inspired by Swedish Landscapes at Dusk and Dawn appeared first on Freshome.com.

Captivating TriBeCa Penthouse with Three Terraces and Expansive Views Posted: 05 May 2014 09:49 AM PDT This TriBeCa penthouse in NYC makes best use of every angle and every view. Located on 41 Warren street, the project is a complete renovation and re-conceptualization of a 2nd floor apartment in NYC. The signature design of Turett Collaborative Architects brings the outside in with oversized windows and glass doors, multiple skylights, three large terraces, and a massive private roof deck with expansive views. It's easy to imagine a cozy night at home with a wood burning fireplace. The dining terrace with a built-in gas grill could kindle thoughts of summer entertaining. With Terra Mai Teak 6″ wood floor planks, Novelda Crème limestone walls, a teak tub deck and separate sauna and steam rooms, the master bathroom offers the prospects of personal indulgence after a stressful day at work. The elements flow together in this TriBeCa loft, delivering a contemporary design that connects with NYC aesthetic sensibilities. [Photos and information provided via email by Turett Collaborative Architects]       You're reading Captivating TriBeCa Penthouse with Three Terraces and Expansive Views originally posted on Freshome. The post Captivating TriBeCa Penthouse with Three Terraces and Expansive Views appeared first on Freshome.com.

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