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Saturday, November 30, 2013

Beautiful Minimalist Interiors: Interior Design Ideas

Beautiful Minimalist Interiors: Interior Design Ideas

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Beautiful Minimalist Interiors

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 06:00 AM PST

These refreshing apartment visualizations, by Denis Khramov, are a luminous example of minimalistic interiors that still manage to achieve a practical and relatively homey feel. The apartments might be more suited to a single young inhabitant, but there are many elements that would work just great for a small family unit too.

Much of the lived-in-look in this first design, comes from the handy note wall that has been created in the kitchen area with magnetic chalkboard paint–handy to scribble down shopping lists, work out the weekly schedule or post family reminders. Where the kitchen units run off from the writing zone at a right angle, a breakfast bar makes use of the prime space looking out over greenery beyond.
Much of the lived-in-look in this first design, comes from the handy note wall that has been created in the kitchen area with magnetic chalkboard paint–handy to scribble down shopping lists, work out the weekly schedule or post family reminders. Where the kitchen units run off from the writing zone at a right angle, a breakfast bar makes use of the prime space looking out over greenery beyond.

Clean white, handle free, units reflect the sunlight from the large windows.
Clean white, handle free, units reflect the sunlight from the large windows.

Two large mesh pendant shades overhang the breakfast bar, clearly marking out the extra zone without eclipsing the natural light.
Two large mesh pendant shades overhang the breakfast bar, clearly marking out the extra zone without eclipsing the natural light.

A green accent chair in the entryway continues the fresh accent color from the dining area.
A green accent chair in the entryway continues the fresh accent color from the dining area.

Blonde wood tones fit in with the bright and breezy atmosphere.
Blonde wood tones fit in with the bright and breezy atmosphere.

White decor

In the lounge, black furniture anchors the entertainment area that comes complete with flatscreen TV and media system. The television is mounted on a panel that hides away unsightly wiring, and a low slung unit is at hand to conceal DVD collections and remote controls. The footstool doubles as a place to perch when choosing the evenings lineup, and a contemporary chrome standing lamp allows for softer lighting when the overheads prove too bright for late night movie viewing.
In the lounge, black furniture anchors the entertainment area that comes complete with flatscreen TV and media system. The television is mounted on a panel that hides away unsightly wiring, and a low slung unit is at hand to conceal DVD collections and remote controls. The footstool doubles as a place to perch when choosing the evenings lineup, and a contemporary chrome standing lamp allows for softer lighting when the overheads prove too bright for late night movie viewing.

The walls are decorated with typographical artwork that bring in a second contrasting accent color.
The walls are decorated with typographical artwork that bring in a second contrasting accent color.

Green chair

Green chair cushion

Beech table

Here, in the second apartment design, chic statement pieces nestle amongst elements that are useful for family living, such as generously sized storage shelves, multiple task lighting options, and plenty of space to move around the furniture.
Here, in the second apartment design, chic statement pieces nestle amongst elements that are useful for family living, such as generously sized storage shelves, multiple task lighting options, and plenty of space to move around the furniture.

The oversized globe shade looks fabulous over the round dining table, and marks the eating zone clearly in the open space.
The oversized globe shade looks fabulous over the round dining table, and marks the eating zone clearly in the open space.

White open plan home

White kitchen diner

The kitchen units meet in an interesting T-shape, creating an attractive link between the cooking and dining areas.
The kitchen units meet in an interesting T-shape, creating an attractive link between the cooking and dining areas.

Black pendant light

White wall units

This masculine bedroom has a fabulously quirky idea for hanging artwork-use your clothes hangers to hold your art prints, and just throw your trousers on the floor!
This masculine bedroom has a fabulously quirky idea for hanging artwork-use your clothes hangers to hold your art prints, and just throw your trousers on the floor!

White chair

Modern chair

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Friday, November 29, 2013

Microsoft Co-founder and Billionaire Paul Allen’s New $27M Home: Interior Design Ideas

Microsoft Co-founder and Billionaire Paul Allen’s New $27M Home: Interior Design Ideas

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Microsoft Co-founder and Billionaire Paul Allen’s New $27M Home

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 07:02 AM PST

Take a stroll around the grounds and have a peek through the keyhole into a billionaire lifestyle, as we delve into the new home of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. Pricey pads like this one prickle almost everyone’s interest, as they afford a kind of luxury that very few of us can buy, though this one maintains a rather understated elegance…

The obligatory poolside patio stretches out from the house, with as much sun lounging room as any self respecting hotel provides to its sun worshiping holiday makers. Gardens sweep away on either side, providing a lush view from the waters edge.
The obligatory poolside patio stretches out from the house, with as much sun lounging room as any self respecting hotel provides to its sun worshiping holiday makers. Gardens sweep away on either side, providing a lush view from the waters edge.

As you might expect from a business mans dwelling, the home office is huge. Accessories are kept simple, creating a quiet surrounding that is not distracting from the work at hand. A generous fireplace keeps the large proportioned room heated.
As you might expect from a business mans dwelling, the home office is huge. Accessories are kept simple, creating a quiet surrounding that is not distracting from the work at hand. A generous fireplace keeps the large proportioned room heated.

A long, ten place table provides enough seating either for large dinners or meetings. A raised fireplace allow the flickering flames to be enjoyed above table height.
A long, ten place table provides enough seating either for large dinners or meetings. A raised fireplace allow the flickering flames to be enjoyed above table height.

The bedroom is plush but plain, with another large open fireplace and garden views being the main focal points. A small lounge area provides a place to watch the built in television before bed.
The bedroom is plush but plain, with another large open fireplace and garden views being the main focal points. A small lounge area provides a place to watch the built in television before bed.

Beside the bathroom, a jacuzzi and steam room provide opportunities for relaxation after a long day of work, and a wall of uninterrupted glass allows the outdoors and sunshine inside.
Beside the bathroom, a jacuzzi and steam room provide opportunities for relaxation after a long day of work, and a wall of uninterrupted glass allows the outdoors and sunshine inside.

Twin bathroom basins could allow a double speed morning routine.
Twin bathroom basins could allow a double speed morning routine.

The lounge area is cozy, with a casual dining zone close by.
The lounge area is cozy, with a casual dining zone close by.

A secondary lounge is kept completely plain, except for one solitary piece of colorful wall art.
A secondary lounge is kept completely plain, except for one solitary piece of colorful wall art.

The bathroom offers more glorious garden views.
The bathroom offers more glorious garden views.

In the kitchen, work areas are marked out by low hanging pendant lights to provide task lighting over marble benches. Again, the color scheme is kept calm, this time with blonde wood cabinets and cream bar stools.
In the kitchen, work areas are marked out by low hanging pendant lights to provide task lighting over marble benches. Again, the color scheme is kept calm, this time with blonde wood cabinets and cream bar stools.

Paul Allens Home

Summer house

Patio design

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