CONTEMPORIST | Page 3 of 1141 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

The cozy window seat with mountain views everyone wants

October 15, 2025

A single built-in window seat captures the heart of this Washington home. Warm wood, soft cushions, and a perfectly framed mountain view make it the most irresistible place to pause and breathe.

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Resort looks without leaving home, a courtyard compound built for two signals quiet status

October 15, 2025

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How a furniture designer rethought guitar amps for homes, and ditched ugly boxes

October 15, 2025

Sonoforma turns guitar amps into sculptural furniture you’ll actually want in your living room. Designed by Mike Nopper, these solid teak pieces merge mid-century warmth with studio-quality sound, proving that high performance and good design can share the same space.

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7 Ways This Loft Apartment Blends New York Cool With West Coast Calm

October 14, 2025

This loft apartment is a carefully layered apartment that feels both refined and relaxed, a study in how texture, tone, and restraint can turn a simple city loft into a home with heart.

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Beyond Hinges: How Pivoting Doors Are Redefining Modern Spaces

October 14, 2025

Minimalist glass pivot doors make bold architectural statements in modern interiors.

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An Old Backyard Shed Becomes a Bright Art Studio

October 13, 2025

Old masonry walls and a new light wooden volume come together to create a warm, modern backyard art studio filled with natural light.

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