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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'The goal was a sense of monastic sanctuary' – this designer chose the perfect wall paint for a tranquil escape
This home outside of Mexico city has been transformed through a clever use of cocooning colors, natural materials and the use of natural light
By Oonagh Turner Published
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These four paints used in this Seattle home are the perfect shades to create an instantly luxe decor scheme
This Seattle home proves that going brave with dark wall color can really pay off
By Oonagh Turner Published
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'It’s the perfect creamy off-white' – these designers chose this exact Farrow & Ball color to spray a townhouse's kitchen
The Brownstone Boys have paid homage to traditional Brooklyn townhouses with this restoration project. From the kitchen to the bedroom these are the paint colors they used
By Oonagh Turner Published
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Before and after – this apartment's dated interiors and leopard print carpet made way for a modern transitional design
Retrofitted Victorian features turn this dated apartment into a modern home that masters the transitional style
By Lilith Hudson Published
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This maximalist's Los Angeles backyard has serious wow factor – just wait until you see the hotel-inspired outdoor bar
This maximalist take on an outdoor entertaining space show how much fun you can have with your backyard
By Oonagh Turner Published
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'The trick is material richness' - this minimalist house gets warmed up by these clever designer tricks
Designers Fowlkes Studio have remodelled this townhouse in Washington, D.C., into a haven of warm minimalism, where unexpected materials add character and charm
By Pip Rich Published
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Before & after – this once-dated Victorian house in Washington DC is now a modern, monochromatic home
This period property embraces the transitional style with its monochromatic scheme and original Victorian features
By Lilith Hudson Published
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The most amazing rugs bring the drama to this otherwise minimalist home – they might just be the new accent wall
Ali Budd Interiors has transformed this family home, using luxurious and homemade rugs for cozy interior
By Oonagh Turner Published
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See inside super-stylist Colin King's apartment, a minimalist masterclass in creating a space full of personality
Colin King's New York apartment is the perfect place to showcase his clever way with curation, using minimalist techniques to celebrate the very best of things
By Mary Weaver Published
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For this coastal California kitchen, solid wood wasn't an option – but the designer's solution looks just as good
A neutral color palette, rustic touches, and soft furnishings make this California home a dreamy escape
By Oonagh Turner Published
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This art collector moved into his new apartment with just a vintage rug and a few chairs – now it's a cozy minimalist haven
Designed by architect Yevheniia Dubrovska, this apartment is a repository of expressive accents, splashes of color and beautiful artworks
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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This Connecticut home elevates the limewash paint trend with sophisticated-yet-bold color choices
This elegant homes by Chango & Co takes on a new lease of life with color pops, natural light and muted tones
By Oonagh Turner Published
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White walls, but never bland! This Italian apartment's colorful designer touches create an uplifting home
Studio Venturoni has transformed this Italian apartment, using vibrant color pops to bring character and charm to the space
By Oonagh Turner Published
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This peaceful Californian backyard has one clever feature I now think everyone should own, costing just $60
I love how calming this outdoor space is, but the rain chain is a clever decorative addition that is perfectly practical, too
By Oonagh Turner Published
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We're calling it - the way this calming home uses this one material is minimalism perfected
Cedar House in Washington is a minimalist home that manages to feel wonderfully warm and welcoming, too
By Pip Rich Published
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I love how this serene beachside home has taught me how to create more calming decor schemes
An elegant home that takes its cues from the landscape to create a soothing escape
By Oonagh Turner Published
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A stroke of genius! This designer made a luxe bathroom work on a budget with one slab of marble used five ways
With the budget for this project renovation only stretching to one marble slab, designer Emily Brown got creative with its application
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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'It's a place to stay still and slow down' - how this Connecticut home took its cue from the 'slow living' trend
From a starting point of creating a home that was an antidote to the hustle and bustle of the city, the design of this project look to nature for inspiration
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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This Seattle home's alternative to Shaker cabinets might be my new favorite way to add soul to a simple kitchen
I love interior designer Lisa Staton's idea for adding charm to kitchen cabinets, perfectly executed in this dreamy light pink space
By Oonagh Turner Published
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'It's the only thing that made sense' – this Brooklyn loft's clever TV display isn't just for looks, it's key to the home's layout
When dealing with a sprawling apartment with an open concept, designer Crystal Sinclair had to pay attention to the details to make this unusual layout work
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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This elegant apartment shows how to use neutral colors in the most beautiful of ways
Maddux Creative have designed this city apartment to be glamorous yet homely, refined yet relaxed
By Mary Weaver Published
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This incredible minimalist home is a lesson in how to create the most calming decor
TP Lodge is a modern and minimalist retreat with a pared-back interior that reflects the surrounding countryside
By Oonagh Turner Published
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The architects behind this cool micro loft used a clever trick to bring structure to studio apartment living
Angled furniture is the design idea you need to consider for small homes
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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The 10 best living rooms of the year – our pick of the most beautiful designs we've seen
We've trawled through the archives to cherry-pick the living rooms that have stood out to us this year
By Oonagh Turner Published
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With a designer's help, this small apartment's once-awkward corner kitchen is now its highlight
In this small, open-plan apartment, a designer's touch turned this uncomfortable kitchen layout into the heart of this home
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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The 10 best small apartments of 2022, all with design ideas you'll want to steal
With the year coming to a close, we decided to reflect on the best small apartments we saw in 2022, that still radiate fresh ideas and endless inspiration
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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These are the world's 10 best entertaining-ready spaces to give you holiday-hosting inspiration
These sociable set-ups were made for hosting all year round – here's why we think they work so well
By Ellen Finch Published
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In his dark, tiny New York apartment, this architect's clever lighting trick is key to a bright, feel-good space
Clever lighting choices, high quality materials and transformative spaces are used to create a serene but multi-functional home in this contemporary New York small space
By Alex Berry Published
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Quite literally perfect - this house in Utah showcases transitional style and how to get it absolutely right
Designers Light and Dwell have taken the best of transitional style and used it to create a home that is full of personality
By Pip Rich Last updated