CONTEMPORIST | Page 19 of 1130 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

A Former Corner Store Became This Family Home

July 21, 2025

A former corner store is transformed into a bold yet sensitive family home, where sculptural geometry meets adaptive reuse. The standout circular window on the facade sets the tone for a design that’s both modern and rooted in place.

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The Light-Filled Houseboat Redefining Waterfront Style

July 20, 2025

This modern houseboat showcases authentic waterfront living through its compact, efficient design. Featuring natural wood, weathered metal, and expansive glass, the layered structure blends seamlessly with its environment while honoring the community’s experimental roots.

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Corten Steel Gives This Home a Unique Urban Identity

July 20, 2025

A striking corten steel facade gives this Toronto home a sculptural, textural presence while blending seamlessly into its urban setting. Designed by Tact Design, it sets the tone for the home's bold yet elegant aesthetic.

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A Glass Guest House Blends Effortless Design with Nature

July 19, 2025

A striking glass guest house with a slatted wood core, cantilevered roof, and high-performance triple-pane glazing, designed to sit lightly on the land.

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A Rustic Stone Wall Meets Sleek Minimalism in This Apartment

July 19, 2025

A serene, Japanese-inspired Barcelona apartment that blends stone walls, natural oak, soft light, and open-plan living.

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The Clever Design Behind This Modern Forest House

July 18, 2025

A bushland pavilion with exposed steel frames, rammed earth walls, and a single sweeping roof, inspired by mid-century modern design.

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