2014年3月31日星期一

Ultra Modern Italian Bathroom Design

Bathtubs, basins and bathroom vanity units come in all manner of shapes, sizes and finishes so its not often that a design truly takes us by surprise. However, this array of modern bathroom furniture, by italian bathroom design company Toscoquattro, really does push the envelope.
Modern bathroom1 |
Walnut vanity2 |
This block walnut vanity unit with integrated basin keeps a contemporary scheme looking streamlined. The wall mounted faucet takes the form of a neat glass shelf, complete with a place for a small floral display.3 |This block walnut vanity unit with integrated basin keeps a contemporary scheme looking streamlined. The wall mounted faucet takes the form of a neat glass shelf, complete with a place for a small floral display. 
A similar white design appears as a simple console shelf when viewed head-on.4 |A similar white design appears as a simple console shelf when viewed head-on. 
This cube vanity-basin combination provides a unique opportunity for central room placement, creating a bathroom island that is facilitated by a chrome stand tap.5 |This cube vanity-basin combination provides a unique opportunity for central room placement, creating a bathroom island that is facilitated by a chrome stand tap. 
The cube formation can be set against a wall, with a top mounted tap, when space is limited.6 |The cube formation can be set against a wall, with a top mounted tap, when space is limited. 
Cube bathroom basin7 |
Cube vanity unit8 |
Wood white vanity unit9 |
The unusual slope of this basins base is a new approach to drainage.10 |The unusual slope of this basins base is a new approach to drainage. 
A half-spherical bathroom basin appears to perch precariously on the very edge of this minimalist vanity block; fed by a freestanding faucet it seems almost independent of its mount.11 |A half-spherical bathroom basin appears to perch precariously on the very edge of thisminimalist vanity block; fed by a freestanding faucet it seems almost independent of its mount. 


White basin12 |
The front of the minimalistic vanity opens up to reveal handy drawer space for bathroom paraphernalia.13 |The front of the minimalistic vanity opens up to reveal handy drawer space for bathroom paraphernalia. 
Simplistic vanity and basin combos work well as twin units, to keep the look uncluttered.14 |Simplistic vanity and basin combos work well as twin units, to keep the look uncluttered. 
Minimalistic vanity unit15 |
Circular basin16 |
Contemporary bathroom17 |
This freeform bathtub really breaks the mould–and in fact looks like it has been formed using no mould at all.18 |This freeform bathtub really breaks the mould–and in fact looks like it has been formed using no mould at all. 
White vanity unit19 |
An independent slide-away drawer unit is an interesting solution.20 |An independent slide-away drawer unit is an interesting solution. 
Vanity unit mirror21 |
A storage section accessed via the top of this bathroom vanity unit is an unexpected find, and it's easy to see how top accessed storage cubbies could keep countertops clutter free.22 |A storage section accessed via the top of this bathroom vanity unit is an unexpected find, and it’s easy to see how top accessed storage cubbies could keep countertops clutter free. 
Gloss vanity unit23 |
Square stand tap24 |
Simple isn't always boring, as with these elegantly formed basins.25 |Simple isn’t always boring, as with these elegantly formed basins. 
Modern white bath26 |
High end bathroom design27 |
In this vanity unit the basin color blends with surrounding material; the overall look is as a solid piece of furniture rather than a bathroom specific fixture.28 |In this vanity unit the basin color blends with surrounding material; the overall look is as a solid piece of furniture rather than a bathroom specific fixture. 
Luxury bathroom design29 |
Modern vanity unit30 |
Grate bottomed basins look almost futuristic...31 |Grate bottomed basins look almost futuristic… 
Designer vanity units32 |
Designer bathroom33 |
...and some grates don't bother with a basin at all, and instead provide drainage at the vanity shelf surface itself.34 |…and some grates don’t bother with a basin at all, and instead provide drainage at the vanity shelf surface itself. 
Contemporary basin35 |
Contemporary vanity36 |

2014年3月30日星期日

A Layout Ideal For Small Spaces

In short, Isolagiorno is a pretty great idea, yet so incredibly obvious you can't help but wonder why this sort of furniture is not already commonplace in any mainstream store. For the many, many of us would like to incorporate a dining space into our modestly proportioned homes but just can't seem to shoehorn one in without resorting to annoying fold-away designs, this could be the piece of space saving furniture you have been waiting for...
Put simply, Isolagiorno is a dual sided sofa–one side for lounging, the other side for use as a dining bench–plus a matching dining table with just enough overhang to make the whole compact dining experience entirely practical.1 |Put simply, Isolagiorno is a dual sided sofa–one side for lounging, the other side for use as adining bench–plus a matching dining table with just enough overhang to make the whole compact dining experience entirely practical. 


Black sofa2 |
Lounge diner furniture set3 |
Modern sofa4 |
The 'bench' has been designed to match the height of a common dining chair, to ensure that the dining experience feels completely normal and comfortable when seated.5 |The ‘bench’ has been designed to match the height of a common dining chair, to ensure that the dining experience feels completely normal and comfortable when seated. 
By removing the need for dining chairs–plus chair pull-out space–between the table and the sofa, the space required for the dining area is greatly reduced.6 |By removing the need for dining chairs–plus chair pull-out space–between the table and the sofa, the space required for the dining area is greatly reduced. 
Gray double sided sofa7 |
Gray dual sided sofa8 |
Gray sofa fabric9 |
Gray dining bench10 |
Double sided sofa11 |
White sofa pillows12 |
Isolagiorno dual sided sofa13 |
Multifunctional furniture14 |
Multipurpose furniture15 |
Sofa bench16 |
Bench back sofa17 |
Lounge diner furniture18 |
Sofa table19 |
The central positioning also means that the walls of the room are freed-up for other furniture such as entertainment units, bookcases and sideboards. Space for these items is often a challenge in small city apartments and lofts where entire walls are eaten up in the living space by kitchenettes and balcony doors.20 |The central positioning also means that the walls of the room are freed-up for other furnituresuch as entertainment units, bookcases and sideboards. Space for these items is often a challenge in small city apartments and lofts where entire walls are eaten up in the living space by kitchenettes and balcony doors. 
Home plan21 |
This central placement of furniture is also well suited to rooms with sloping attic ceilings, or the irregular shaped perimeters found in more historical buildings.22 |This central placement of furniture is also well suited to rooms with sloping attic ceilings, or the irregular shaped perimeters found in more historical buildings. 
Kitchen diner plan23 |
The creative combo is also open to mix and matching in terms of colors, which includes a pure oak or a snow white table, and striking dark sofa fabric or soft pebble gray upholstery. Any of which would fit right in with neutral, monochrome or all out colorful home decor schemes. Though, if you're a particularly messy eater you might want to err on the side of caution and go for the darker colored seat!24 |The creative combo is also open to mix and matching in terms of colors, which includes a pure oak or a snow white table, and striking dark sofa fabric or soft pebble gray upholstery. Any of which would fit right in with neutral, monochrome or all out colorful home decor schemes. Though, if you’re a particularly messy eater you might want to err on the side of caution and go for the darker colored seat! 
Open plan home layout25 |
Living room diner26 |

2014年3月27日星期四

Modern Villa With Pool

This very glamorous 500 square meter property is the work of renowned architect Frédéric-Paul Goux. Located in the picturesque Valbonne countryside, in France, the 5 bedroom villa boasts a 100 square meter living and dining room space, a laundry, playroom, wine cellar, spa and fitness center plus hammam, en suite bathrooms and a dressing room to boot.
Pool patio1 |
Set on a sun drenched plot amidst woodland and lush Mediterranean planting, the property makes the most of it's prime beauty spot with a heated swimming pool that enables the outdoor space to be enjoyed even in cooler weather.2 |Set on a sun drenched plot amidst woodland and lush Mediterranean planting, the property makes the most of it’s prime beauty spot with a heated swimming pool that enables the outdoor space to be enjoyed even in cooler weather. 
Palm trees3 |
The interior of the french home is a contemporary affair with unique flourishes to add a little character, like these quirky perspex dining chairs that playfully masquerade as traditional pieces, and a central sectional sofa arrangement that allows lounging from any angle of approach.4 |The interior of the french home is a contemporary affair with unique flourishes to add a little character, like these quirky perspex dining chairs that playfully masquerade as traditionalpieces, and a central sectional sofa arrangement that allows lounging from any angle of approach. 
The central open plan living space is dual height, creating the perfect opportunity for the ceiling mounted media projector to splash huge movies across a large expanse of white wall.5 |The central open plan living space is dual height, creating the perfect opportunity for the ceiling mounted media projector to splash huge movies across a large expanse of white wall. 
Contemporary dining chairs6 |
7 |The dining ‘table’ is in fact an echo of the kitchen breakfasting bench, matching both the shape and same pale marbled finish. The staircase cuts through the space in a clean zigzagged from banisters and spindles or balustrades. 


Subtle pops of warm orange heat the white space, through abstract works of art, house plants and home accessories.8 |Subtle pops of warm orange heat the white space, through abstract works of art, house plants and home accessories. 
9 |Numerous floor to ceiling kitchen units span the back wall but go almost unnoticed thanks to the fresh white doors that match the surrounding . 
10 |The bedrooms are serene sleeping spaces with soft neutral . 
White wardrobes11 |
White bedroom12 |
Yellow daybed13 |
Huge slate tiles give the bathroom scheme a modern edge, along with twin minimalistic basins and a streamlined towel heater.14 |Huge slate tiles give the bathroom scheme a modern edge, along with twin minimalistic basins and a streamlined towel heater. 
These stunning gold mosaic tiles make this room feel extraordinarily special.15 |These stunning gold mosaic tiles make this room feel extraordinarily special. 
Towel heater16 |
Home gym17 |
Rattan sun loungers18 |
Outdoor dining area19 |
Hammock20 |
Al fresco dining21 |
Freestanding hammock22 |
Modern home birdseye view23 |
Pool lighting24 |
How perfect would it feel to swing in this hammock under the stars?25 |How perfect would it feel to swing in this hammock under the stars? 
Sun deck26 |
Sunloungers27 |
Modern architecture28 |