Modern Homes
Take a tour of the world's best modern homes, owned by architects, interior designers and full of decor inspiration
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This Montauk beach house has a surprisingly cool bunk room for guests of all ages
This seaside home is built for entertaining with great views, ample space for hosting, and a hotel-level of luxury
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This Williamsburg townhouse masters the transitional trend with a perfect mix of old and new decor
During a historical home reno there's always plenty to salvage and restore for a charming mix of old and new
By Raluca Racasan Published
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'It's been totally transformed with paint' – this London "new build" is filled with hundreds of clever, colorful ideas
This home is a lesson in how to make your home joyful with the power of paint - and it's the ultimate dopamine fix
By Amy McArdle Published
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'It's Paris meets Palm Beach' - the Gwyneth-approved "goop Villa" is a masterclass in modern, elegant design
The goop Villa at The Colony Hotel is as serene and beautifully designed as expected
By Raluca Racasan Published
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How an interior designer turned this home's basement into the ultimate family room - 'it's designed for entertaining'
This designer created the perfect downtime area for entertaining the entire family
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This new design trend blends minimalism with personality - and gets it just right
‘Clustercore’ is the latest trend you need to know to get that perfectly balanced home full of objects that looks so effortlessly chic
By Raluca Racasan Published
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The art of using white paint, but making it cozy - this warming home has the secret
Using a palette of whites might not seem like a go-to for creating cozy interiors, but these hotel bedrooms indicate the opposite
By Raluca Racasan Last updated
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This 'quirky' Victorian home in Toronto is filled with unusual features, from its red kitchen to 'broken-plan' layout
What used to be an odd Victorian house is now a modern home filled with light, curved lines and open spaces for a family of four to enjoy
By Raluca Racasan Published
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Before and after: one tiny tweak to this kitchen's cabinetry made so much difference to its storage space
This clever kitchen redesign increases storage space and brightness without changing the footprint
By Raluca Racasan Published
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“It’s the jewelry of a room” - This home reno uses the perfect accessory that makes every room look expensive
This home design made the best of one simple accessory to make every single room feel special and luxurious
By Raluca Racasan Published
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With its wrap-around roof terraces, this Manhattan penthouse masters the art of outdoor living in the city
When the mercury rises, this Tribeca penthouse is the coolest of spots to while away long, hot, hazy days
By Kate Jacobs Published
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This kitchen reno uses the perfect minimalist palette - 'these two colors create a feeling of space'
This contemporary home with gorgeous bones was given a makeover where the choice of light colors and subtle patterns complement and enhance its light-filled architecture
By Raluca Racasan Published
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Is the curved furniture trend over? This home decorates with a new shape that is both cozy and comfortable
A West Hollywood home where angular shapes take charge manages to exude a very inviting feel through the use of soft fabrics and rich colors
By Raluca Racasan Published
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Before & after: by taking just one piece of furniture out, this family's 'flex' room works so much better
Once a dark, dull property, this home now ticks all the boxes of elegance, functionality, and a sense of calm
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This designer chose two "supersized" couches over a sectional for one reason only – and it makes so much sense
This welcoming open plan living room is at the heart of a modern home on Seattle's waterfront
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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'The colors actually calm you' - this Montauk bungalow perfect 2024's most soothing shades
A curation of vintage furniture added into a palette of deep sandy neutrals make this home an oasis that echoes the location’s sweeping views
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This minimalist white home is *also* kid and pet-friendly - the designer explains the 'impossible' secret
You wouldn’t expect to see such light colors and luxurious fabrics in a family home. But this interior designer has both looks and durability ticked off the list
By Raluca Racasan Published
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A Picasso, a Hirst, even a Banksy – this collectors' California home re-design revolves around their eclectic art
Interior design studio Electric Bowery used the homeowner's extensive art collection to lead the way in the re-design of this Californian home
By Raluca Racasan Published
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'Use one for focus, one for filling in' – this interior designer's trick for balancing colors is one I'm going to remember
This Denver home's mix of cool and warm tones hangs on a clever balancing act - here's how the designer made it work
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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This 100-year-old bungalow was the neighborhood eyesore – now it's the 'prettiest house on the block'
Architect and interior designer Davide Casaroli took a chance on a run-down Spanish bungalow, breathing new life into its interior, and exterior too
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Before & After: This Virginia home's kitchen was dated and clunky, now it's a timelessly modern space
This designer transformed this home's awkward, old-fashioned kitchen into the picture of classic modern design
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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'It swirls like a ballerina en pointe' - a dramatic staircase is just the start of this modern home's elegance
A modern spiral staircase brings a contemporary focal point to a pastoral estate that embraces its heritage
By Oonagh Turner Published
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This iconic Manhattan home was once in a state of disrepair – this is what celebrity designers the Novogratz did with it
Two design stars took on a decaying but equally starry art nouveau-style mansion in Manhattan’s West Village and brought it back to life in the most amazing way
By Mary Weaver Published
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The sunken bath in this Oregon home is enough to convince us "tiled tubs" are the next big bathroom trend
While this "full gut" renovation is filled with clever design details, it's the bathroom that hits you with the biggest wow-factor when you walk in
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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This equestrian's small apartment has gentle nods to her love of horses - and space for a saddle
The transformation of this Hong Kong apartment into a characterful, light-filled space meant removing furniture, opening up walls, and bringing a very personal theme into the mix
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This family’s stunning pool area is the perfect at-home retreat for end-of-summer gatherings big or small
You won’t feel the need to go anywhere abroad with this generous-sized pool together with its own bar area and a pool house - now that sounds like a dreamy staycation to me
By Raluca Racasan Published
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Before and after: A '70s bungalow with a problematic kitchen is now a bright oasis - with great tiling in every room
Calm curves and neutral colors transform a standard boxy space into a spacious and functional family home
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This home's modern front door is like nothing you've seen before –and it uses a material you might not expect
A statement-making front door sets the tone for this modern, spacious home with mindfully chosen materials throughout
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This landscape designer's front yard has a no-mow "Korean grass" lawn that's low-maintenance and looks incredible
With it's social seating and water-wise lawn alternative, no detail has been overlooked in the design of this easy-to-look-after front yard
By Hugh Metcalf Published