CONTEMPORIST | Page 4 of 1118 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

A Coastal Dream Home That Appears to Hover Above the Landscape

August 5, 2025

Designed to maximise every bit of sunlight, ocean breeze, and coastal outlook, this modern home balances open, sociable spaces with a grounded, private retreat above.

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A Sunken Kitchen and Lofted Play Area Reinvented This Apartment

August 4, 2025

A sunken kitchen tucked into the central tower adds depth and separation without walls, maximizing both space and light in this compact family home.

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Terraces and Japanese Maples Shape This Zen Backyard

August 4, 2025

A narrow, sloped backyard is transformed into a Zen-like garden retreat with a winding ramp, concrete terraces, and layered plantings. It also features a reflecting pool, Japanese maples, and panoramic views.

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See How This Renovation Turned a Blank Room Into a Functional Kitchen

August 2, 2025

Minimalist wood cabinetry, a sculptural ribbed island, and soft curves define this contemporary kitchen renovation. Natural textures and original timber floors bring warmth, while the curved forms add movement and balance to the clean, modern layout.

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A Hilltop Jungle Retreat With Open-Air Living, and Spa-Like Interiors

August 2, 2025

A modern house design with two pavilion-style volumes, connected by a central vestibule, creates a layout that feels open, grounded, and deeply connected to the jungle canopy.

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Floating over a creek, this elevated hideaway turns the forest into a living room

August 1, 2025

A modern structure designed for bird-watching and canoe/kayak storage, also provides access to the water.

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