Decorating

Andres Remy Arquitectos company has designed Carrara House in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The area of ??the mansion is 660 sq.m. and it is characterized by plenty of panoramic windows and a light marble finish. Together with high ceilings the designers achieved an effect of absolute openness. The water became the second important element of design. Outside we can see a pool and small pond, while waterfall greets us at the entrance. Some bright details in mostly white interior make the house more welcoming and cozy. Carrara House is so perfectly balanced that could be easily called a dream home.

Design Studio Jaime Rendon Arquitectos has completed a project of Sereno House on the outskirts of Medellin, Colombia. The mansion is situated at a height of 2.150 meters above sea level and it’s famous for its outstanding nature surrounded by forests and valleys. The house consists of two units. The white concrete one includes the social area, guest bedroom and office space, while the black stone block offers the master bedroom and office. The residence also features courtyard where family and friends could relax close to nature and panoramic windows of living area provide breathtaking views of the city below.

173 Park Street Residence is a modern townhouse, "dressed" in a timber of cedar. The project was designed by Joeb Moore + Partners from Greenwich. Three-story residence with an area of ??490 sq.m. is located in New Canaan, Connecticut, USA. The house includes four bedrooms and six bathrooms, but its main feature is a large terrace, situated on the roof, with two swimming pools. Among other pleasant elements we can notice three fireplaces, lift, whirlpool, and a garden with terraces and a fountain. "Green" technologies as solar panels and water heaters, as well as its cleaning systems demonstrate high efficiency, so the project was awarded a silver LEED certificate. The mansion was put up for sale in 2009 for $ 4.95 million, but it still has not found a happy owner and now you can get it for $ 3.95 million.

The designers from Gary Gladwish Architecture have completed a draft of Eagle Ridge, a house in Washington. The site is located on a hill in a wooded area overlooking the lake, and the house is fully meet lifestyle of the owner and it is a dream come true for her. The open plan, a simple design, harmony with nature - these were the basic wishes of the client. The island and the forest were the main sources of inspiration, so each point of residence provides a magnificent view. As a result, the mansion feature united kitchen, dining room and living room, as well as a bedroom, office, art studio and a small warehouse. Wood and steel were used as the main materials, and even moss and rocks from the outside world became the part of the residence. Windows and glass doors can be opened, turning the living room into a cozy place to rest in the forest.

Architects from GAAGA designed V-House in Leiden, the Netherlands. This residence was called due to its unusual geometry. The roof of the house is made ??of wood and shaped like the letter V, that looks quite original. The upper level has a living room, dining room and kitchen. This part of the house features an open plan with high ceilings (from 2.8 to 4.1 meters, depending on the angle of the roof). On the ground floor there is a hall, bedrooms and a bathroom. It also provides access to the garden. Spaciousness and natural materials (such as stone and wood) help to create a welcoming cozy atmosphere in the house.

The designers’ company Morris Sato Studio has completed YN-13 House. Located in Shelter Island, New York, the mansion occupies an area of ??6000 sq. and consists of three separate buildings: a residential unit, guest house and garage. The exterior was inspired by Japanese style, the bleached vertical battens and cedar siding of the main and ancillary volumes’ of the guesthouse and garage merge with the terne-coated stainless steel roofing to form a unified textured appearance between the walls and the roof. The interiors are very light, modern and quit minimalistic. The residence is also characterized by open floor plans. Terraces and balconies are equipped for the rest, and even from the second floor you can enjoy the ocean view.

Australian studio Popov Bass Architects completed work on Mosman House in 2010. This modern three-story mansion is located in Sydney. The idea was to create a simple and calm design that blends into the surrounding landscape. The residence features five bedrooms. On the first floor there is a children's playroom and a garage. On the second floor you’ll find a seating area and master bedroom. The library is situated on the top level. As for decoration, the rough concrete walls are replaced by subtle wood finish, panoramic windows and mainly light interior make the house bright and cozy.

Cooper Joseph Studio from New York has created a renovation project of Sonoma Residence. Located on a hill overlooking the vineyards of Sonoma, California, mansion occupies 205 sq.m. and features an open plan with two bedrooms, spacious living and dining area as well as outdoor swimming pool. Restoration works and new design brought new life into the house, completely transformed the appearance of the mansion. The owners of the residence are two scientists involved in a number of agricultural projects such as the cultivation of olive trees and olive oil production, breeding of bees and honey production. They wanted the house to blend well with nature and have wonderful views. The important point was the use of wood, so the interior design is decorated with oak. In general, the residence combines the spirit of a country house with touch of modernity and urban life.