Hix Island House, in Vieques, Puerto Rico Courtesy of Hix Island House / Michael Grimm Photography A modern, minimalist, open plan loft designed to frame the natural beauty of the beautiful Caribbean island. 13 hectares of lush and serene tropical landscape alive with flora and fauna. The private patio makes for deep relaxation and catches … Read More “A Design-Based Eco-Friendly Retreat On The Fertile Island Of Vieques” »
Matching Kitchen Flooring with Cabinets and Countertops When deciding on the right flooring for your kitchen, it’s important to consider the color scheme of the kitchen and the materials you want to use throughout the room. If you choose simple or neutral cabinet colors, a patterned floor like the herringbone style can bring a kitchen … Read More “Kitchen Floor Trends 2023 Drury Designs” »
Architects Paloma Hernaiz and Jaime Oliver, cofounders and directors of OHLab, believe that a building is only as attractive as it is sustainable. “If you know it’s polluting the environment, it probably won’t appeal to you,” Oliver argued. Climate change has changed our perspective. Glass curtain walls, for example, have lost some of their allure. … Read More “A Passive-House Design in Spain Without a Drop of Paint” »
For four decades “Bliss House” has stood, mostly hidden between the road and beach, on pristine waterfront property in Southampton Village as renowned architect Norman Jaffe’s first local design. Homeowner Orest Bliss agreed in 1978, as a condition of the city granting development approval, to an agreement requiring landscaping to largely protect the angular residence … Read More “A ‘line in the sand’: The battle for the Hamptons home raises the question of what to save” »
The four houses that stand on a large plot in Kurumassery in Aluva are symbols of the deep love and affection between siblings. Homes may look different; however, this does not affect the special bond shared by the siblings. Of particular interest is Mohandas, the eldest brother who designs his own house as well as … Read More “This Aluva traditional house has a classy design, saves on the pocket | Lifestyle Decoration” »
As the temperatures rise and summer rolls in, it’s time to give your home a refreshing makeover. This season, interior design trends are all about embracing the beauty of nature, bringing in vibrant colors, and creating spaces that exude comfort and relaxation. From vibrant color palettes and nature-inspired elements to minimalistic aesthetics and statement pieces, … Read More “10 popular interior design trends that are winning hearts this summer” »
The best of Houzz badge awarded annually, in three categories: DesignCustomer Service and Photography. Design honorary award professional whose work is most popular among Houzz public. Customer Service Award is based on several factors, including the pro’s overall rating on Houzz and client reviews. Architectural and interior design photographer whose most popular images are recognized … Read More “Drury Design Wins Best of Houzz Honors 2023” »
Who needs a giant mansion when you can get a tiny house for three times less price? After all, mansions are definitely a thing of the past, and they were never really designed with comfort in mind. That is, unless you like taking 10k steps purely to commute from the kitchen to the bathroom and … Read More “92 Tiny House Designs That Got Us Dreaming Of Building One” »
As anyone who has gone through the process of searching for room colors will try, choosing the right color for a room can be a minefield with endless choices and subtle nuances to understand and overcome. But along with what is the most stressful color?, we are also often asked ‘what is the most draining … Read More “What is the most draining color? This one color could be draining |” »
Factors to Consider When Lighting Your Kitchen When choosing kitchen lighting, appearance and style are very important. Your lighting should complement the overall kitchen design. Your lighting should also work for tasks like cooking and cleaning. After all, who wants to chop vegetables in the dark? Consider for a moment, the commercial equivalent of kitchen … Read More “Rethinking Lighting in Your Kitchen Design” »