BAAO combined deep colors, textured shapes, and marble accents to create a dramatic interior for this Boerum Hill townhouse. Designed to accommodate entertaining, the spaces include a curved sofa in the parlor and a marble-topped kitchen island. Unique touches like a gold painted relief and smoked glass sconces add character throughout the home. The primary suite features soft lavender gray plaster and stained oak elements, while outdoor areas are finished in travertine checkerboard.
Located in Treviso, Italy, Casa DB is a 2023 apartment renovation by studio RAUM. The design preserves the original 1930s structure’s high ceilings, stucco work, and doors while subtly adapting the layout for contemporary living. The renovation emphasizes color, with each room enveloped in carefully selected tones, and recreates historical flooring using modern materials. The result is a refined living space that balances past and present, honoring its roots while embracing modern needs.
Local studio ZOOCO Estudio has renovated a historic house in Madrid, Spain. Designed in 2022, the Casa Cientoonce project incorporates elements reminiscent of early 20th-century residential architecture. The team aimed to peel back accumulated layers to reveal the original features, including Catalan vaults and rustic materials, injecting the space with character and respecting its historical context.
Casa Cariño, located in Guadalajara, Mexico, is a serene sanctuary designed by Dinamita Taller. Designed in 2023, this house reflects the artistic passions of its photographer owners. Casa Cariño stands as a testament to the beauty of intentional living and storytelling.
Feng House by BLA Design Group in Vancouver, Canada, seamlessly combines West Coast modern architecture with traditional Chinese design. The home features large gables, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sliding glass doors, maximizing natural light and creating interconnected spaces.
Influenced by Vancouver’s climate, it incorporates standing seam metal cladding and cedar siding. The interiors honor the family’s Asian heritage with custom artwork, slatted wood panels, and culturally elegant furnishings. Designed in 2022, the project reflects a blend of cultural influences and modern living trends.
Sawyer Retreat is a vacation house in Michigan, United States, designed by Wheeler Kearns Architects in 2024. It integrates into the native sand dune landscape with charred wood siding and panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Built on a lakeside bluff, it features two skewed wooden boxes over a concrete base.
The Urban Refuge apartment by Baranowitz + Kronenberg in Tel Aviv, Israel features a warm and cohesive interior crafted from Douglas-Fir wood. Conceived as a working space extension for the owner, the 47-square-meter apartment seamlessly blends functionality with creativity and tranquility.
Low profile ceiling fans, sometimes referred to as flush-mount fans, are a great solution for spaces with low ceilings or areas where you want to maximize vertical clearance. These fans sit closer to the ceiling, providing efficient airflow while saving valuable headroom. In rooms where traditional ceiling fans might hang too low, low profile ceiling fans offer a sleek, stylish alternative that doesn’t sacrifice comfort. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of low profile ceiling fans, their design features, and how they can improve comfort in your home.
