This one-minute video showcases ten living rooms with statement shelving, as featured in a recent Dezeen Lookbook. The video rounds up examples of bespoke storage that are both beautiful and practical, including shelves with cubby holes for cats and a sculptural blue staircase with built-in.
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Italian Views: ‘Restored 13th-Century Apartment In Center Of Florence’
In the historic center of Florence, just 100 m from Piazza del Duomo, bright 480-sqm 5-bedroom apartment with terrace. Result of the restoration of a 13th-century convent, this property is a unique blend of antique and modern finishes: the living hall, in particular, features the columns enclosing the cloister of the convent but is fully covered by a see-through glass ceiling. The basement, currently an atelier, could be easily converted into a wellness center with pool.
Forest Homes: ‘Măgura – Eastern Romania’ (Video)
In Buzau Valley, following a charming road through forests, an unexpected view emerges: Carpathian Estate, a domain created as a micro-universe of relaxation and supreme comfort. Located on a previous 10 hectares orchard, the place enjoys a panorama that stretches to the balneary resort Sarata-Monteoru.
Măgura is a commune in Buzău County, Muntenia, Romania, located on the right bank of the Buzău River, in the hillside next to the Carpathian Mountains’ curvature. It is composed of two villages, Ciuta and Măgura.
The rustic feel of the wood (Romanian pine logs) and natural stone (brought from the French Alps, Norway and Brazil) merges with contemporary elements that create a truly original building. The main residence has 1200 square meters and displays five accommodation areas, each with an individual design (3 double rooms with en-suite bathrooms and 2 apartments), a master bedroom area of 80 square meters with its own fire place, a day area with 2 fireplaces, open kitchen, lounge areas, generous terraces and a SPA with a 22 meters long pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam bath.
The domain also features a farm, two lakes, a young orchard, 49 hectares of forest with oaks, cherry and lime trees, a garden with strawberry and raspberry and a greenhouse. The proximity to Dealul Mare creates proper conditions for exploiting a vineyard. Carpathian Estate represents an escape from the daily routine into a world subordinated to nature, harmony and well-being, where seasons enchantingly pass by and time has learned to be patient.
Penthouse Views: ‘Abu Dhabi – UAE’ (Video)
A 4 bedroom penthouse apartment in a prime Dubai Marina location.
This really is a one-of-a-kind property. Located on a high floor this 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom penthouse comes with its own, spacious private terrace from which residents can enjoy expansive views of Palm Jumeirah, the Burj Al Arab and the Marina. If the view itself wasn’t enough, the property has been fully upgraded with Fendi design touches, marble floors and beautiful Crate and Barrel furniture.
Villa Views: ‘Menaggio – Lake Como, Italy’ (Video)
Astonishing villa in Menaggio, one of the beautiful town on Lake Como.
Menaggio is a town and comune in the province of Como, Lombardy, northern Italy, located on the western shore of Lake Como at the mouth of the river Senagra. Menaggio has three frazioni: Croce, Loveno and Nobiallo.
Top Innovation & Design: ‘Sunne’ – Indoor Window Solar Lamp (Video)
Dutch designer Marjan van Aubel has developed a solar lamp that is designed to be hung in front of windows so it can generate its own energy.
Called Sunne, the light is equipped with photovoltaic cells and an integrated battery, allowing it to harvest and store enough energy throughout the day to light up a room at night. Van Aubel designed the lamp as part of an ongoing project to normalise solar technology by bringing it inside homes.
“To facilitate a shift in our perception towards solar, it also needs to be more accessible to a larger group of people,” she told Dezeen. “People need to be able to familiarise themselves with it and have it in their surroundings. Sunne is a first step to integrating solar energy into our everyday life.”
Read more on Dezeen: https://www.dezeen.com/?p=1619138
Tropical Views: ‘Wailea Golf Estate – Maui’ (Video)
Panoramic and sweeping outer island ocean and sunset views are yours to enjoy from this meticulously maintained luxury residence with 4 bedroom en-suites & 4 ½ bathrooms in the Wailea Golf Estates gated community all serviced by 19 KW PV solar system.
Features include an owner’s single-level living area, separate “guest†casita, SAVANT technologically advanced web-based home control system, Lutron lighting, expansive Great Room which includes HD rear projection Home Theater with automatic blackout shades, dining area, private office also with ocean views, elegant and spacious master bedroom suite also with ocean views, his/her walk-in closets, large inside shower with soothing custom tub & outside shower, professional gourmet kitchen with 6-burner Wolf gas cook top, custom cabinets, granite counter-tops, triple sinks, 2-double dishwashers, double ovens, wine refrigerator, separate butler’s prep area & dumb-waiter.
Amenities also include 9′-11′ 6†wood inset ceilings, 9′ sliding glass disappearing pocket doors with automatic sun shades. The tropical pool and spa on the spacious lanai offer a seamless flow to best enjoy the luxurious Maui lifestyle. The lanai features extensive bar, ice maker, refrigerator and BBQ all on the same owner’s single-level living area. It is a joy to entertain in this home with the Lutron mood lighting!! One may proceed down the extra wide custom staircase to the fabulous climate controlled wine room then on to the two inviting guest en-suites with their very private lanais. Wailea Golf membership available. Spacious two car garage with extensive storage.
Home Design: Ten ‘Calm Interior’ Living Rooms
Ten living rooms with calm interiors in one-minute.
Views From A Penthouse: An ‘Urban Lighthouse’ In Seattle, Washington
Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure a long term lease in the only private residence atop Seattle’s iconic Smith Tower, owned and managed by Unico Properties. This extraordinary “Urban Lighthouse’ space, cleverly renovated by Graham Baba Architects and Valor Builds, incorporates elegant modern touches, while retaining its original architectural character.
One bedroom, a guest space, and two baths on the 37thfloor and an open living room, kitchen and dining fills the 38th floor. The iconic glass globe at the tower’s peak is accessible via a spiral staircase.24 teardrop windows offer rare 360º views of Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains, the Cascades, Mt. Rainier & the city below. The Penthouse at Smith Tower celebrates Seattle’s heritage with singular style and sophistication.
Design & Home Tour Video: ‘Wanaka – New Zealand’
This is undoubtedly one of the best homes to become available in Wanaka, located in the prestigious Mt. Gold area offering mountain and lake views. A property with rare presence, scale and distinction, the exterior design presents clean lines and sophisticated detailing.
Exquisite internal finishes including engineered French Oak flooring, European timber joinery with aluminum facing, and granite bench tops. Enveloped in shou sugi ban timber (larch) and bluestone highlights, vaulted ceilings, quality finishes, extensive indoor-outdoor flow, this property offers the best of Wanaka living. Set on 3,003 square meters this newly completed property has a 552 square meters floor plan encompassing seven bedrooms, master with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe, two bathrooms, separate toilet, laundry room, generous open plan kitchen/dining/living space, and separate lounge or media room.
The living spaces continue to the outdoor area with expansive decking offering an entertainers delight with large BBQ area, outdoor fire and kitchen. The azure waters of the outdoor heated swimming pool entice and delight. In addition to the internal double garaging offered within the house, there is also extensive 135 square meters garaging/shed area for toys and more. Plenty of guest parking is also available on-site.
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