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Japanese studio Daisuke Motogi Architecture presented these contemporary armchairs at DesignTide Tokyo 2010. One of them called Lost In Sofa and offers us not only comfortable sitting, but also storage space. You can keep there your stuff such as books, TV remote control, telephone and others. Designers said you would probably find there forgotten money that you once hid between/underneath the sofa cushions. Another project called Sleepy Chair is made from a thin mattress folded into a concertina. It will be perfect when you accidentally fall asleep watching television or reading. Designers? description: ?A chair as a blanket which provides a space of warmth and happiness?.

This not large but very comfortable and functional home is located in California and was designed by the company Shubin & Donaldson. The house is situated in one of the most prestigious areas of Santa Barbara, and despite the fact it is not as impressive as the surrounding houses, the residence has all attributes of luxury and elegant life. There is two-car garage, two offices to work at home, gym, a spacious pool, several open areas that are used for rest and meals, as well as beautiful overview of the ocean, which is traditional for contemporary California houses. The house is not only comfortable and beautiful, but also energy efficient. It is equipped with three solar systems?for electricity, water heating and pool heating, and also has natural ventilation and lighting systems.

Japan is the unique land of peace and harmony. If you are fascinated by this country and its traditions, you'll love the new dining room furniture collection by Hara Design. It's not a secret that the Japanese have their meal on the floor and these low items will help you do the same with comfort. Furniture is made of dark brown, black lacquered or light wood in simple, but elegant style. Sets are available in different configurations with or without cushions and textile. If you want to get more information and decorate your dining room in minimalist style, visit the site.

The people?s desire to live closer to the ocean sometimes incites them to build houses on the most unsuitable places. For example, this unusual house in Australia was built on a long narrow site, which occupies 10m wide x 50m deep across the road from the ocean. The authors of the project are designers from BDA Architecture. Undoubtedly, the plot size influenced the layout of the house. The front part includes a garage and entrance at ground level, a living area is located on the first floor and a master suite - on the second floor. Two terraces provide beautiful view. Courtyard with pool is very small, but functional, cozy and comfortable as it is safely protected from the winds.

Red Mountain House or Magnifico Residence is a beautiful modern home, surrounded by majestic mountains and evergreen forests. The house was designed by the CCY Architects and B + G Design. The structure has a strong relationship with nature, primarily due to the large windows and the use of local materials. There are also several open areas that offer incredible views of the surrounding mountain peaks and slopes covered with forests. Inside the house looks as luxury as from the outside - in each element of the interior feels a good taste and chic. There are three fireplaces, many works of art, expensive and high-quality furniture in this contemporary residence.

White house design always looks contemporary and elegant. Here is one more example. Villa Valentina is a luxury residence in Beach, Florida. It is rented out for everyone who wants to spend an unforgettable holiday. The cost of staying at Villa Valentina is from $ 6,000 to $ 11,000 per night depending on season. The main features of the mansion are multi-level terrace, a beautiful pool, an entertainment center, a business center, home theater, wine cellar delightful interiors with exclusive furnishings and exquisite works of art. And huge panoramic windows offer magnificent view of the water. There are 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms there for maximum 14 guests at once.

Designed by the Clinton Murray Architects very unusual beach house was built just in several meters from the ocean, at an Australian beach. Gunyah Residence is like a man who sits on the beach, lowering his feet into the ocean. House was built on a sloping site, well protected from strong winds and storms by surrounding rocks. The main materials in the construction of house were wood and concrete. While concrete provides the reliability, the wood makes the house more cozy and comfortable for a pleasant holiday. Of course, the house has several open areas for spending time outdoors. So this is a great place to enjoy the beauty of nature and just relax.

Villa Hellearmen, built by Norwegian architect Tommie Wilhelmsen, is an excellent example of how one project could combine several different materials and also play with shapes and lines, so it looks harmonious and natural ways. The villa is located in Stavengere, Norway. The house has an unusual shape; the complexity is determined by a variety of volumes. The most contemporary exterior element is wooden part, which makes house so striking and individual. Inside the house you can also see a combination of curved and straight forms, as well as plenty of wooden surfaces. The interesting feature is glass window in the floor of the second level, through which you can watch what is happening in the living room. By the way, the author of this project was previously presented in the blog with his Delen Cabin.