You voted, our judges met, and we’ve got a grand prize winner for the 2021 Small/Cool Contest!But first, some backstory. (We know, we know, bear with us for a quick sec.) Last year, Apartment Therapy revived the reader-favorite Small/Cool Contest. We hadn’t run the contest since 2016, and we were so excited to see your small (1,000 square feet or fewer) and cool (self-explanatory) spaces from all around the world.
Crazy houses from around the world
Casa Orgánica was designed by architect Javier Senosiain Aguilar to reflect the relationship between mankind and nature.
Casa Orgánica was designed by architect Javier Senosiain Aguilar to reflect the relationship between mankind and nature.
Once, I bought a bag of dirt on the internet. I continue to be amazed by the variety of things you can buy on Amazon, but long ago, in the pages of the Sears Catalog, Amazon’s predecessor, you could even buy a house. Between the years of 1908 and 1942, the Sears Roebuck company sold more than 70,000 of these Sears Catalog homes, which were built in locations all over the country.
For today, I have a very interesting post that is called “12 Bottle Walls for Impressive Lighting Effects”. Are you excited?
Atelier Schwimmer has designed a new modern house on the banks of Lac-Brome in Quebec, Canada, and its standout feature is the black wood siding.
The name of the 18.36.54 House created by Daniel Libeskind derives from the 18 planes, 36 points, and 54 lines of the spiraling ribbon which defines its living spaces. This figure, situated on 54 bucolic acres in western Connecticut is clad in mirror-finish bronzed stainless steel and, as such, is never experienced the same way […]
This new construction, built by Goodchild Builders and designed by Rudy Colby, has turned into one of my favorites we completed last year. Designer Nicole Zarr‘s addition of pops of color and contemporary elements truly makes this Tuscan style home unique!!! The entire home was...
Ideal for all timber conservatories, our exclusive pure Pinoleum Blinds are crafted to literally transform any conservatory.
A garden gym in Walthamstow Village was finished with a wonderfully dark charred cedar Shou Sugi Ban® cladding. The sheer black nature of the charred cladding adds beautifully to the garden design. Simple lines and minimal glazing maximise the light to add to this well thought out project.
These hanging window plant shelves are perfect for anyone with a love of plants! Three shelves hold nine potted plants in a sunny window or on a wall. We make each shelf to order by hand, using pine wood, and professional quality stains. We spend hours cutting, sanding, finishing, and putting personalized care into each and every order. Since every piece is unique, the item and stain color you receive will be very similar, but not identical to the photo. Dimensions 36"H X 20"W X 5.5"D 10" between Shelves Hole size is 3 5/8" and holds perfectly a 4" terracotta pot or 3" self-watering pot, not included. ֍ Custom ordered items are non-refundable! *Please note that whitewash is a very subtle stain Moxie Bee is a small home-based mother-son duo that is dedicated to bringing you joy in the things we make for you. From head to hand, we work hard to delight our customers. Any and all support is truly appreciated as we gain momentum - Thank you so much for visiting our store!
This unique retreat is located in Kenya, Africa, owned and designed by the very talented Italian designer Marzia Chierichetti. Marzia studied Art and Interior Design in Milan, she later got into jewelry and other types
Modern private property designed by KZ Architecture.
Jasmine and Simon Dale who feature in this week's Grand Designs have built a three-bed eco-home in Pembrokshire for just £27,000, using reclaimed mate...
Size: 2.5"x8" 1 sq.ft.: 7 pcs Thickness: 1/2" Material: Glazed Terracotta Clay Finish: Gloss Texture: Distressed Variation: V3
Here are 13 examples of modern concrete houses that show how concrete can be used in a number of different ways to create a number of different looks.
It's amazing what a difference a few weeks makes. The last time I posted about this walnut paneled library that Steve designed, it looked like this... Last week it looked like this! The walnut was bleached first and then stained a warm medium tone finish. Steve added a small bump...
Keep these 5 things in mind when building a custom home! Discussing our new construction process, helpful ideas when building a custom home, & challenges.
Do you think it's impossible to build your dream home without breaking the bank? I’m here to tell you how you CAN build within budget!
Our crazy home remodel before and after pictures, all in one place! Check out each room's transformation in our foreclosure renovation!
Are you painting your home’s exterior? This is what you need to know before picking up the brush. I am asked everyday what to know before painting.
Casa Orgánica was designed by architect Javier Senosiain Aguilar to reflect the relationship between mankind and nature.
Our crazy home remodel before and after pictures, all in one place! Check out each room's transformation in our foreclosure renovation!
Interested in converting a barn into a house? Enter the barndominium. This article breaks down turning a barn into house cost, conversion, and more.
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How do you renovate a house with no money? Try these ideas on for size, from acquiring new skills to getting your renovation to pay you back.
Mina Starsiak and Karen Laine face their biggest challenge: renovating a designer's home. Can they give him the modern-traditional look he wants?
.The process of flipping a house involves multiple steps. You have to find the house, buy the house, renovate the house and sell the house for profit. While this breakdown is a simple version, I also know that along the way, there are missteps that can ultimately mean the difference between a profitable flip and one where you lose money. Being diligent with the process that you follow starts with how you find a house to flip. That's why we are outlining the process so that you can stay on track and give that flip all the odds of success from the very beginning.
Once, I bought a bag of dirt on the internet. I continue to be amazed by the variety of things you can buy on Amazon, but long ago, in the pages of the Sears Catalog, Amazon’s predecessor, you could even buy a house. Between the years of 1908 and 1942, the Sears Roebuck company sold more than 70,000 of these Sears Catalog homes, which were built in locations all over the country.
It started with a plan to remodel the attic and second level. And then it grew. But more than 15 months later, a total renovation and expansion of a historic Phillips Avenue home is done.
When working with a custom home builder, you have a chance to create the house of your dreams. There are so many major details you've probably already
This post contains affiliate links for your shopping convenience. See our Privacy Policy for details. Is your home dated, and in desperate need of a complete makeover? Do you daydream about the day when you can afford to remodel the heck out of your house, and finally live in a home
Here is how to save money when renovating a fixer upper - an abandoned 115 year old house. Renovating on a budget, fixer upper homes, is possible!
A great list of things to do before starting a home renovation! Tips and tricks to get the smoothest renovation results the first time.
