Snaidero’s Ola Kitchen Gets an Updated New Look:

The Ola kitchen by Snaidero has been around for over 20 years now and during this time it has become a contemporary cult classic for the company. In production since 1990, the award-winning kitchen marked the beginning of the collaboration between Snaidero and thePininfarina Group.

Impressive Contemporary Home: LA Built Around a Spectacular Central Pool

Blue Jay Way Residence comes from McClean Design and is located  in Los Angeles, California, USA. According to the architects, the clients wanted a home built around a central pool, which was the starting point when planning this home: “Upon ascending to the main level of the house, the water element becomes an ornamental pool before dropping into the spa below, and then extends to a 75-foot-long lap pool cantilevered over the slope into the view. The entry to the house is a glass bridge over the pool below. The house is divided in half by the water feature and a pool to minimize the structure’s perceived size and to separate the private spaces (master bedroom, study) from the public (living, dining, kitchen). The living room and master bedroom are cantilevered over outdoor spaces below and appear to hover against the background of the city beyond. The lower level includes several guestrooms, a media room, and a four-car garage. The palette of materials is soft contemporary with extensive use of concrete, wood, and stone.” The project occupies an area of 6800 square feet and has panoramic views of LA, Santa Monica, the Pacific, and Catalina Island. Have a look at the photos for a better understanding and tell us if you are impressed by this home’s architecture or consider it too extravagant.

Fabulous Chelsea Penthouse Apartment With 360 Views

What better way to live luxuriously than in a 4,675 square foot luxury penthouse in New York City? The fantastic residence is located in a modern residential tower called “100 11th Avenue” and designed by French architect Jean Nouvel.  Offering expansive 360 degree views of Manhattan, the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty, the penthouse also features 14 foot ceilings in a successful attempt to match the grandeur of the panoramic view. Each window seems to be a framed version of the city as the sun passes through the sky and the day progresses. A 4,400 square foot terrace allows the owner to enjoy unobstructed views of the Big Apple and the two fireplaces comfortably draws one back inside. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, the penthouse apartment waits to be bought. The lucky person who wants to own it can buy it from here for the price of $22 million. Just take a picture and send it to us if you do buy it – we want to be part of your success

Best IKEA Kitchen Designs for 2012

Not too long ago, we posted a preview of the 2012 IKEA Catalog. Now it’s time for the real thing. For today we gathered up a few lovely kitchen ideas that we believe will give you a clue regarding the trends for next year. The IKEA style can be noticed all through these photos. Small spaces were the main target of the giant furniture manufacturer. You will notice ingenious storage solutions, modern cabinets, lovely dining tables- all combined in a very appealing manner. “Kitchens are the beating hearts of our homes. Which is why yours should look and work just how you always imagined, from big things like cabinets and appliances to details like drawer organizers and flexible furniture“. The company’s message is accompanied by an online kitchen planner with the help of which users everywhere can turn their visions into reality. You can also browse the IKEA 2012 Catalog online here for more details. Enjoy!