The property A five-storey Victorian town house. Location West London. The space A shower room, gym and utility space in the basement, and three bedrooms, a children’s living room, kitchen and bathroom on the lower ground floor. On the ground floor, there’s a cloakroom, library, living room, dining space, kitchen and external stairs leading to the garden. The first floor has three bedrooms, an office and bathroom. The master bedroom, with dressing room and en suite is on the top floor.

The sleek units contrast with the decorative cornicing and natural-wood finishes. We love mixing old and new and, while we needed to completely renovate the house, we wanted to be sympathetic to its origins, says Serena. Eye-level shelves are a good alternative to wall-hung units, giving a more relaxed look.

The window frames were stripped and left rough, which adds a warm, country-cool look to the kitchen and complements the floor.

Glass doors slide back to create a dining room that’s more like one big balcony, says Serena. We chose garden-style furniture to emphasise the feeling of being outside.

By sticking to a neutral palette, the cool mix of 20th-century designs has cohesion, and Johnny’s film poster really stands out. Serena added the fireplace to create a grand focal point.

By recessing a large flatscreen TV into the wall and adding plenty of low-level storage which doubles as seating, the ground-floor family room can either be a cosy gathering spot or a party venue. The couple bought the light installation at an auction.

Johnny needed lots of shelving to store his collection of photography books, so floor-to-ceiling units were built into the room.

This is my sanctuary, says Serena. An antique rug with elegantly faded colours softens the pine boards, while the romance of the exposed beams is given edge with a funky poster of Jimi Hendrix.

Floor-to-ceiling shelving creates the ideal storage solution in the master bedroom, while a comfy chair is ideal for a spot of reading.

The long sandstone sink was specially made for Serena and Johnny’s bathroom, and matches the colours of the flooring. Muted mosaic tiles add elegant contrast. We wanted our bathroom to be completely tranquil, says Serena. A panel of glass screens the sleek shower space.

Rustic materials mix with minimal-cool brassware to create a hint of warm, cottage mood in the bathroom. I love texture and allowing the beauty of natural materials to shine, saya Serena.

Open shelves allow the bare brick wall to take centre stage in this guest bedroom, while a burst of hot colour is introduced with the light fitting.

A bespoke bed has been built for the couple’s daughter, with a play area underneath the bed that can be shut off with curtains.

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The Fields’ new kitchen is clean, modern, and laced with industrial touches (laboratory faucets, lab glass pendant lamps designed by Sand, stainless steel appliances) while animated by materials and crafted elements that radiate warmth: fir floors unearthed from beneath two layers of linoleum; a fireclay farm sink made in England; Carrera marble counters that extend up the walls; walnut shelving; and industrial mechanisms that put the hardware on display, such as the suspended rolling blackboard that conceals the water heater.

Prized possessions such as the old English butcher’s block sit cheek-to-jowl with 21st-century amenities, such as the stacking ovens by Dacor, six-burner Viking stove, and Miele dishwasher.

Designer Jeff Sand’s Universal Chairs combine his love for classic French café chairs with an appreciation for “the beautiful metal casings on an old Moto Guzzi.” Sand Studios also designed the dining table and pendant lamp.

The Feld kitchen bridges eras by bringing together traditional designs and materials (the big Shaw’s Original English farmhouse sink, fir floors, honed marble counters) with industrial designs. Open walnut shelving helps convey a sense of lightness. The pot-and-pan drawers pull out for easy access, while rolling steel-framed panels of textured glass above the counter act as a scrim, allowing the Felds to choose what to obscure and what to display.

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Monochrome kitchen diner : Monochrome is so well suited to a kitchen-diner, adding designer style to simple white units. Give the look a twist by papering the back wall with a bold floral pattern and fixing a clear acrylic splashback over it to keep it clean and dry.

Monochrome kitchen : Black gloss units give this kitchen its modern look, while rustic worktops and furniture, retro accessories and classic chequerboard floor tiles give a welcoming feel. The room is completed with a styish black and white statement wallpaper.

Rich wooden units : For a big impact in a small kitchen, go for American walnut units with chunky handles to keep them feeling up-to-date. Curved worktops will add extra interest and soften the feel, while floral curtains give the kitchen a contemporary touch.

Ultra-contemporary kitchen-diner : White units and stark worktops create a bright and airy look in this uber-modern kitchen-diner. Ice-blue splashbacks continue the sleek, crisp look, and a central island unit doubles as a food preparation area and breakfast bar.

Modern glass splashbacks : Combine glossy white units with glass splashbacks to maximise the light in the kitchen. Glass shelves and stainless steel appliances will also help bounce light around the room and enhance the sense of space.

Candy-colours kitchen : Create a contemporary feel with beautiful traditional styling by choosing units in a fresh cornflower blue. Here the bespoke kitchen has rounded detailing and a large Belfast sink and is accessorised with a candy-stripe window blind.

Light and bright kitchen-diner : A large dining table provides the focus for this modern kitchen-diner. White walls and kitchen units create a bright room and a wooden storage unit adds warmth and offers the perfect place to display books and family photos.

Zesty kitchen-diner : Glossy kitchen units in caramel shades creates a look that is modern and warm and bounce light around the room. Try extended a kitchen worktop to create an informal eating area, with space underneath for essential storage.

Modern kitchen-diner : A spacious island unit doubles as an informal dining area. Use cream floor tiles and ivory walls to create a light and airy backdrop and them accessorise with warm wooden finishes and pendant lighting.

French doors : A large island unit is great for a kitchen-diner and can be customised with a cooking hob, eating areas and tailored storage details. French doors lead out to the garden table, perfect for alfresco dining. Keep things warm in the winter with a pair of heavy, lined Toile de Jouy curtains.

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This 900 sq.ft. condo in Tiburon, California was entirely gutted and structurally upgraded. Jerry Jacobs Design mirrored all the back walls to reflect the stunning bay views and visually enlarge the space.

5,000 sq.ft apartment. The loft style space has living, dining and study areas all in one large room with 13 ft ceilings.

This flat in San Francisco’s Presidio Heights neighborhood is designed to make Jerry Jacobs Design clients’ dream of a sophisticated Paris apartment a reality in the Bay Area.

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The amazing Drugstore interior designed by Spanish practice XPIRAL, come with futuristic geometrical ceiling design its look like a sci-fi films space ships. All of the parts of this drugstore consist of amazing geometrical piece, the product display, windows and even the exterior entrance door. I think this design also perfect to apply for the café/restaurant interior.

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Open new perspective, the house in Sweden.

Jessica, William, Frederick and Victor in the summer living room – the garden.

Victors room, covering the large world map on the walls.

Living room is decorated with calm shades and color set with knalliga details. Coffee tables from Minotti, Matt Kast Hall and a picture painted by Astrid Sylwan. Pillows, Missoni.

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This penthouse is located in the hip area of Stockholm called Södermalm. It was originally an old cap, but the architects Frigren Sahlstrand who specializes in the repair of old attic, turned the 100 square meter for a luxury accommodation with an emphasis on open plan solution, the detail and good solid materials.

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For the Formosa 1140 town houses in West Hollywood, architect Lorcan O’Herlihy designed a metallic skin that wraps around the building in shades of red. The skin helps diffuse light and heat, provides privacy for outdoor walkways and gives the building a funky geometric look.

A living room at the Formosa 1140 town houses. Ten of the units are two stories high; the front unit is three stories.

The all-white kitchens in the Formosa 1140 are European-inspired. Floors are made of a recycled hardwood that resembles bamboo.

The Formosa 1140 features open-plan living, dining and kitchen areas.

O’Herlihy used design elements he saw in European boutique hotels, such as all-white bathroom cabinetry and counters.

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Light, Elegant, Refined : The space feels both elegant and casual, with rich ebony doors and the banquette’s tufting and nailhead detailing contrasting with more rustic touches, such as the pine table, antique chandelier with chipping paint, and backsplash of whitewashed brick. The banquette facing away from the kitchen area allows the room to function as a comfortable gathering space. The hardware is understated to maintain the living room-like quality.

Red, Modern, Mix : The daring color is balanced by simple white walls, black countertops, and hardwood floors. Stainless steel appliances give the kitchen a modern air, while the chandelier and the wood table and stools add more traditional touches. Interiors by: Susan Massey

Contrast, Variety, Livability : The slate floors contrast with the dominant white throughout the rest of the kitchen. A variety of countertop materials―wood, marble, and stainless steel―adds interest without being too disjointed. The room encompasses both elegance and livability. A chandelier provides overhead lighting, and nooks behind the stove are a handy spot for small items. Interiors by: Heidi Friedler

Coastal, Simple, Blue : The blue glass tile mimics the sea, and a wall of windows brings the outdoors in. This kitchen is all about making life easier―two sinks across from each other, a pot-filler faucet by the stove, and lots of counter space are a cook’s dream. The look is clean and simple―great for a beach house. Interiors by: Suzanne Kasler Interiors

Rustic, Restored, Open : Its utilitarian nature is just right for a Texas farmhouse and its owner, who has a passion for cooking. With its salvaged 10-burner restaurant stove and rolling butcher-block table, this kitchen isn’t afraid of serious cooking. A low bar surrounds the work space so that everyone can enjoy the smells and sounds of dinner cooking. Interiors by: Homeowners Jack and Hedda Dowd and architectural designer Frank Clements.

Views, Airy, Open : The light-filled space, which faces an adjacent garden area, seems more like a greenhouse―even the sink looks like it could be found in a garden shed. The flooring matches the cabinetry, which gives the kitchen continuity and doesn’t distract the eye from the view. Having more windows, rather than wall cabinets, keeps the room open and airy. Interiors by: Kathy Bennett, J. Hartley Interiors

Stately, Understated, Combined : Minimalist cabinetry lets period details, such as the dentil molding and original mantel, stand out. The designer combined refined elements―such as an ancestral portrait and antique rug―with less serious accents―such as ’50s-style metal stools. Painted black muntins lend the large, uncovered windows a finished look. Interiors by: Mark Maresca, Maresca & Associates Architects

Neat, Comfortable, Finished : Lighting from a variety of sources―ceiling fixtures, sconces, and lamps―contributes to the living room feel. The soft color palette, as well as upholstered seating that isn’t dwarfed by the size of the room, makes the large space warm and comfortable. A decorative accent hung above the stove provides a finishing touch. Interiors by: Gwyn Duggan Design Associates

Green, Natural, Refreshing : An antique green stain on the cabinetry and pine-paneled walls lightens up a room dominated by wood. Distressed copper on the island countertop, hood, and backsplash complements the natural palette. Clean-lined iron lanterns tie in with the color of the cabinet hardware. Interiors by: Elaine Griffin Interior Design

European, Rustic, Expansive : A terra-cotta wall color, mismatched barstools, distressed cabinetry, and limestone floors give the space an old-world, European look. High ceilings with exposed beams make the kitchen seem open and spacious. The oversize hood fits the scale of the room and displays a collection of gleaming copper cookware. Interiors by: Beverly Jacomini, Jacomini Miclette Design.

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