I spotted his beauty of an apartment on Lagerlings and had to share because it’s not your typical Swedish style of white and pastels. A bit of rust/orange, some black and brass, a bit of mid-century modern, and some bold artwork makes this space unique.

A big thanks to Adam for sending us a link to this absolutely breathtaking newly built home in Toronto that is for sale. The finishes and attention to detail in this home are really incredible.
What’s the result when a new build in an unbeatable location is meticulously designed from the ground up, selecting only the finest finishes, such as a striking floating staircase, an ingenious “hidden” kitchen and ultra-modern bifold doors that transform the entire living space into an indoor-outdoor paradise in an instant? A timeless neoclassical design with a spectacular blend of Parisian charm and modern luxury that inspires you to live out your best life. Step into this sophisticated, bright space that reflects all of the elegance of a French chateau; with grandeur-scale, crown-topped 11-foot ceilings and a breathtaking master suite floor with a large terrace overlooking Toronto’s skyline.  

I was googling landscaping firms the other day and came across Leaf and June – the Brooklyn-based interior plant design and maintenance studio of Lisa Muñoz. I love this idea SO much! She offers onsite consultation and a custom design proposal tailored to your space. Plants and planters are then sourced upon design approval and potted for you. Then she will deliver, stage, install and a full plant care guide are provided. The perfect solution to any plant dummy out there who lacks the knowledge and confidence to have a house full of greenery. Check out these beautiful spaces Lisa has ‘plantified’.

If you would like to participate in the Monday’s pets on furniture series please send photos, your name, location and a brief description to kim[at]desiretoinspire[dot]net, or hashtag your photos on Instagram with #DTIpetsonfurniture. Thanks!

And some from me. Semi-feral Bernie on his throne, Mimin wondering why the table is glowing, and Mimin and Milo enjoying a lazy Sunday morning.

With 100 categories the A’ Design Award and Competition is the worlds’ largest design competition. But it is not just an award. It is an indicator of quality and perfection in design, recognized worldwide, bringing your design front and centre before design companies and professionals. Categories such as Interior Space and Exhibition Design; Architecture, Building and Structure Design; Furniture, Decorative Items and Homeware Design; Lighting Products and Lighting Projects Design; Arts, Crafts and Ready-Made Design; Landscape Planning and Garden Design and soooo many more.    (You can find all the design categories here.)

The A’ Design Award & Competition has ended for another year and the winners have been announced. Here are some of my favourite interior design related winners for 2019.

Artist’s Craftland Residential Resort by Nikki Ho

Bandage Sofa by Olga Bogdanova and Elena Prokhorova

Beel Seat Ware by Selami Gündüzeri

The Black House Housing by Buero Wagner

Bumble Pendant Lamp by Harun Ayaydin

Quaint & Quirky Dessert House Dessert House by Chaos Design Studio

About Enframed Residential House by Yi-Hsiang, Cheng & Yu-Ting, Chung

Jiangshan Fishing Village Renovation Renovation by Mix Architecture

Goccia Container by Giuliano Ricciardi

Grabowski House by Miguel Pinto Guimaraes

Grinding Factory 5Lmeet Co-Living Apartment by DAGA Architects

HOME ON THE RUINS Residential House by SUN CHIENYA

Dutz – Jungle Collection Glass Vase by Sini Majuri

Luminare Lamp by Hernan Gregorio

NESTT Modular House by Snorre Stinessen for B&B Italia

OPEN 45 Credenza by Adam Friedman

Astron Shape Shifting Rug Shape Shifting Rug by Ingrid Kulper

The Skull Lounge Bar by Amir Cherni

Soft Light Home Residential Home by Komorebi Pte Ltd

Thorn Lighting by Yılmaz Dogan

Vello Bar Cart by Fabricio Roncca

Yin Residence Apartment Residence by Gudc, Taiwan

A’ Design Award and Competitions are organized and awarded annually and internationally in a wide range of categories. Every year, projects that focus on innovation, technology, design and creativity are awarded with the A’ Award. While realized projects find opportunities to get published, reach new markets and meet a wide range of buyers for their existing products, the organization also helps the creative minds and startups to meet with the business people to realize their product ideas. If you’d like to register for next year’s competition you can do so here.

 

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