CONTEMPORIST | Page 4 of 1129 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

How a Small Extension Made a Big Difference in This House

September 7, 2025

Built-in furniture now runs the length of the new living room, extending seamlessly to the outdoor patio. This continuity of design blurs the boundary between indoors and outdoors, creating a cohesive space for both daily living and entertaining. A custom sliding door ensures the maximum amount of natural light reaches inside, while also providing easy access to the garden.

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Why this mid-century modern inspired home feels timeless today

September 6, 2025

This contemporary home brings together clean lines, open spaces, and thoughtful connections between indoors and outdoors.

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A Modular Greenhouse Where You Can Grow Plants and Rest

September 6, 2025

A modular greenhouse and shed designed by Ville Hara and Linda Bergroth combines storage, cultivation, and a bright retreat. Made from Finnish pine and glass, it’s a flexible garden structure with space for plants, tools, and even a bed.

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A home built to resist bushfires, but comfortable enough for everyday life

September 5, 2025

A contemporary home rises along a steep slope and blends seamlessly with the surrounding bushland. Built with fire-resistant materials and steel shutters for protection, the house balances safety with style, featuring multi-level living, expansive picture windows, and a strong connection between indoors and outdoors.

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Why this beach house feels like a lookout

September 5, 2025

A contemporary beach home wrapped in cedar, bronze, and weathering steel, designed to age beautifully in the coastal climate.

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Inside a Beach House Built to Withstand Hurricanes

September 4, 2025

Inside this beach house, the main living, dining, and kitchen areas share one open space. A custom accent wall covered in calming wallpaper by Calico Wallpaper adds softness to the interior, while large windows flood the room with natural light.

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