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Seattle Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Viktoria Apartment Rooftop in Downtown Seattle At Freshome we’re always working to bring you the best in architectural innovation and interior design trends by showcasing beautiful homes and apartments around the world. Belltown Located between Downtown and Queen Anne, Belltown is the most densely populated neighborhood in Seattle.

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Should You Use Hardwood Floors in Kitchens and Bathrooms?

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Hardwood floors offer a number of benefits. Even homeowners without allergies can enjoy the seamless look of hardwood flooring. So, is it a good idea to install hardwood floors in kitchens and bathrooms? So, is it a good idea to install hardwood floors in kitchens and bathrooms? Pros of hardwood floors.

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Contemporary Split-Level House With Views of Downtown Seattle and Mt. Rainier

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

This contemporary split-level house in Seattle, Washington, USA is the result of an extensive renovation process delivered by the team at Grouparchitect. ” Moreover, “all opportunities to expose structure were taken on the interior, from uncovering existing wood decking and floor beams to the open wood stair and steel railings.

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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Reveals What’s Trending

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Industrial features add to the beauty of this Seattle home. Open floor plans gain definition. There are clearly-defined areas in this open concept floor plan. Image: Arthur Dyson Architects While open floor plans are still the most popular choice among homebuyers, they want more definition between the spaces. Isham says.

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Ceramics of Italy unveils top six tile trends for 2020

Floor Covering News

Anecdotes aside, it is scientifically proven that nature has the power to reduce stress, improve cognitive function and enhance mood and creativity, which is why companies like Amazon are taking biophilic design seriously, demonstrated in the jungle-like, glass-enclosed spheres that NBBJ designed for its headquarters in Seattle.

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Should You Decorate for the Holidays If Your Home is on the Market?

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

If you love to decorate for the holidays, missing out on this once-a-year opportunity might sound like torture. On the other hand, you don’t want to miss the chance to sell your home because of your decorations. So, should you decorate for the holidays if your home is on the market? Nuanced decorations (e.g.

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The 31 Best Residential Design Blogs Featuring Awesome Cement Tile (A Definitive List For Encaustic Tile Enthusiasts)

Granada Tile

As I’m sure you know, in the last few years, cement tiles have grown in popularity not only for their beauty but also for the durability and easy care that’s long made them a popular decorative element in the piazzas, public buildings and cafes of Europe, South American, North Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.

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