Vintage Storage

Looking for a unique storage piece in your bath? Or anywhere, really. A perfect little set up here when you roll with two pedestals or wall mount sinks. If you're not crazy about a prefab unit or even a custom built-in then maybe look to something vintage. Adds a little character and gives a little flair to the room.

photos via Etsy, Remodelista and Empiric

Simple and Rustic

I love the simplicity in the design of this east coast New Zealand residence. It's located in this rugged, rural area called Shoal Bay and the idea was to make the space as welcoming as possible.

The two structures are slightly offset and separated into a sleeping quarters and a main living area. An open breezeway connects the two spaces.

All wood throughout with a corrugated metal roof. Not boring at all when it's so well crafted. This is a shot of a the screened porch. Semi private. It allows just enough light, wind and sunlight.

A rustic, no-frills design that definitely makes a statement yet blends well with the surroundings.

photos via Parsonson Architects

On the Water

The floating home. It's just such a cool concept. The ultimate if you want to live right on the water (not on a boat). This place is badass inside and out.

The perfect blend of warm hardwoods, concrete and steel.

So nice. Check this. Roll up that glass overhead door and the water is right there.

And to finish it off, the rooftop terrace with a separate stair. Maximize that tight building envelope and save the space on the interior. You can also check this over at my weekly guest home, Fred Flare.

photos via Contemporist

Splatter

Check this crazy composition. I love what they've done here with this cabinet. It's just a sweet example of taking an older piece and getting creative. Have a vision and make it your own.

photo via Remodelista

Stone Patio and Fire Pit

A play on shapes. I like the mass and chunkiness of these broken puzzle pieces here on this stone patio. A cool two dimensional extension of the rugged shoreline just off in the distance. Also love the way they've incorporated the fire pit with the radius. A sweet design element that also functions as another seating area.

photo via New England Magazine

Purple Bath

Is it purple? Is it lavender? Either way, it's bold and it works. It's great when one color can transform an entire space. I like the way they took it to the ceiling as well. A great contrast of light and dark.

via Poteet Architects

Norwegian Pavilion

This is fresh. A design embracing its surroundings in such a creative way with textures and depth. Constructed by Norwegian ship builders this is the Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion. The idea behind the design was to mimic the mountain range off in the distance. Genius. They've created both a warm and inviting space that's literally out in the middle of nowhere with these amazing views. And you can check out reindeer. The pine timber beams, which are pegged together, were all digitally milled. The layout is phenomenal and I love how each piece is so distinct. This post also runs at my weekly guest home, Fred Flare.

photos via dezeen