CONTEMPORIST | Page 3 of 1105 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

This Chinese Forest Hotel Was Designed to Disappear Into the Trees

June 20, 2025

Lightweight and modular, these cabins take cues from pinecones and tree forms. Elevated design preserves the forest floor, while angled rooflines echo the grove’s vertical rhythm.

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Before and After: A Gloomy Lake House Becomes a Bright, Livable Family Home

June 19, 2025

Sculptural but not stiff, this dining room is all about balance. A hefty, rounded-edge oak table grounds the space, while soft bouclé chairs bring texture and tactility. Above, a dramatic chandelier with layered white shards adds an artful contrast to the natural palette.

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Step Inside a Spa That Feels Like It Was Carved by Nature

June 19, 2025

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Before and After – A Renovated 1950s Red-Brick Warehouse Turned Into A Cafe

June 18, 2025

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Above the Ground, Among the Leaves: A Modest Prefab Timber Home in the Trees

June 18, 2025

A timber-framed bushland retreat that feels both grounded and elevated, this modest home was assembled like a Meccano set to sit gently among the trees.

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A Weekend Apartment That Embodies the Philosophy of Happiness

June 17, 2025

Soft neutrals and layered textures create a serene dining nook. A round wood table adds warmth, while curved chairs invite lingering. Pale pendants with marble accents bring a touch of whimsy, and subtly patterned cabinet doors add texture to the space.

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