Will We Be “Growing” Organic Furniture In The Future?

Some organically-shaped furniture pieces manage to capture the inspiration seen all around us in a modern design – this helps compose interiors with a fascinating arrangement. For example, the Mutation Series by Belgian designer Maarten De Ceulaer express the need for nature-inspired design in modern homes. Wanting to show a possible future for furniture items, the unusual-looking series explores the future possibility of growing organic furniture, similar to cloning animals.

Thinking of Summer: Husk Outdoor by Patricia Urquiola

If you are already thinking about the summer to come, we can help you decide what outdoor furniture you can use to decorate your deck, patio or terrace. Husk Outdoor was designed by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia. This outdoor version of the Husk Chair presented at the last Milan Design Week bares a strong resemblance to the one used for interior spaces: “Like the indoor version, Husk Outdoor is made of recycled and recyclable materials, highlighting B&B Italia’s keen awareness of topics such as ecology and environmental sustainability.” Each component was carefully designed not only to offer the best version of an outdoor furniture item, but also to facilitate recycling by easily separating its components, reducing the environmental impact. The hard shell made of Hirek – a non-toxic, resistant multi-layered composite technopolymer with differentiated density – and soft, vividly colored cushions offer an inviting design and a comfortable seating experience. Completed with the round Husk coffee table, the outdoor furniture set is ready to accompany the new year’s entertainment and relaxation moments.

Dreamy Rooftop Apartment Overlooking Bondi Beach

A beautiful rooftop apartment rises on one of the streets of Sydney, Australia. Curiously remodeling the appearance of the building it stands on, the Bondi Penthouse overlooks Bondi Bay and beach and borrows its name. Spread over 180 square meters, this creation of MPR Design Group displays a highly modern design. Adorning the rooftop of an Art Deco building, the lightweight metal clad structure benefits from plenty of natural light coming from a mixture of skylights and windows. An immaculate set of interiors and exterior spaces compose social and private rooms, all free flowing and strongly connected to the surroundings.

Nature And Modern Architecture Intermingle In Modest Bungalow

Blessed with the chance to live in a beautiful home and needing more space, the owners of this modest bungalow commissioned Australian studio MCK Architects  to enlarge the house and create a stronger connection to the outside. The Skirt and Rock House – as it came to be named – is located on a hill in the Vaucluse suburb of Sydney, Australia. The name was inspired by the modern architecture displayed by the new residential structure and the existence of a large rock on the property, that became part of the design.

30 Original Alternatives to a Common Bedside Table

When it comes to our comfort zone, bedside tables are a must. Books, glasses, eye-drops, various types of body cream, objects we forget we ever had- it always surprises us how many things can fit into the drawers of a nightstand or on a small bedside table. Since Freshome is all about creative ideas, we decided to dedicate a post to bedside tables with an unusual appearance, miniature storage units which can enhance the overall look of your bedroom. If you did not know how to reuse those wooden tables scattered in the garage or those old suitcases, there are some ideas below that could help. If you like ladders, but thought it would be crazy to place them near the bed, here is your chance. And if you thought you cat’s crib was too unaesthetic for your bedroom, simply reorganize it like in the picture below. We believe you will find these unusual bedside table ideas useful and we are looking forward to your help in finding more.

Family-Friendly Volumetric House in Kortrijk by Devolder Architects

Carefully designed to display a contemporary but private front facade, this modern residence in Kortrijk, Belgium, is a volumetric collection of spaces spread over two levels. Designed by Belgian Devolder Architects, the modern timber-clad home welcomes family and guest with a simple geometric shape pierced by the garage door and a walkway leading to a partly hidden entrance door. Behind this very private front, a series of social and private spaces meet the client’s demands. The backside is strongly connected to the garden via large windows on both floors – the lower level is flooded with direct natural light, while the upper one receives sunlight through a series of slated timber screens. Two sets of stairs connect the two levels of the house – one leads from the living room to the bedrooms, while the other constructs a link to the upstairs office space. Cozy and elegant, the modern house can inspire you to create comfortable, family-friendly interiors for your next residential project, so enjoy!

A Seed-Shaped Church on a Sacred Mountain in China

The O Studio Architects of Hong Kong just completed an elegantly curved concrete church in Huizhou, China.

The model shows the very unique shape of the building, a sculptural form that encourages a climb.