CONTEMPORIST | Page 7 of 1107 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

This Home’s Courtyard Uses a Circular Cut-Out to Invite Light and Sky In

June 13, 2025

A defining feature of the rear of this remodeled home is a courtyard with a large circular cut-out overhead, a bold geometric move that invites sky views and dappled sunlight into the space below. Positioned above the outdoor dining area, the cut-out frames the moment, turning the patio into more than just a transitional space.

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A Sculptural Facade Hides One Of This City’s Most Tranquil Stays

June 13, 2025

Inside the reception, warm reclaimed timber and natural light create a welcoming space that reflects the hostel’s connection to local artisans and heritage.

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What Was Once a Cow Shed Is Now a Gorgeous Barn Home

June 12, 2025

This cowshed was transformed into a two bedroom home that kept some of the original features.

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This Grass-Roofed Home With Stone Walls Feels Like It Grew From the Mountain

June 12, 2025

Nestled into the hillside like it naturally belongs there, this home embraces its mountain surroundings with a rugged elegance. The living roof, blanketed in grass, blends almost seamlessly into the wild landscape, while stacked stone walls ground the structure with earthy warmth. Generous windows invite the panoramic views inside, offering a daily dose of the snow-capped peaks beyond. It's the kind of place that feels both tucked away and wide open, perfect for quiet mornings or evenings that stretch out under the stars.

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Two Sisters Turned a Barn into an Elegant Wine Room

June 11, 2025

Inside this wine tasting room, the palette leans natural and textural. Plastered walls meet polished concrete floors, and a dark-stained wood ceiling adds warmth overhead. Cabinets made from Shou Sugi ban (charred wood) bring depth without shouting for attention. A central fireplace marks the heart of the space, surrounded by relaxed lounge seating. Nothing feels overdesigned, yet everything has presence.

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This New Tiny Home Design Is Turning Heads For All The Right Reasons

June 11, 2025

This modular tiny house by Gabriela Casagrande blends minimal design with natural surroundings. Large openings invite in sunlight and fresh air, while the compact form sits lightly on the land. A serene example of sustainable living in just 194 square feet.

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