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Pope Street
Pope Street
Drew Maran ConstructionDrew Maran Construction
Custom Home
Custom Home
Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.
Custom home
Bowman Living
Bowman Living
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
The driving impetus for this Tarrytown residence was centered around creating a green and sustainable home. The owner-Architect collaboration was unique for this project in that the client was also the builder with a keen desire to incorporate LEED-centric principles to the design process. The original home on the lot was deconstructed piece by piece, with 95% of the materials either reused or reclaimed. The home is designed around the existing trees with the challenge of expanding the views, yet creating privacy from the street. The plan pivots around a central open living core that opens to the more private south corner of the lot. The glazing is maximized but restrained to control heat gain. The residence incorporates numerous features like a 5,000-gallon rainwater collection system, shading features, energy-efficient systems, spray-foam insulation and a material palette that helped the project achieve a five-star rating with the Austin Energy Green Building program.
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Best Builder ltd
Best Builder ltd
Best Builders ltdBest Builders ltd
Designer: False Creek Design Group Photographer: Ema Peter
Crane Building Penthouse
Crane Building Penthouse
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Located within the urban core of Portland, Oregon, this 7th floor 2500 SF penthouse sits atop the historic Crane Building, a brick warehouse built in 1909. It has established views of the city, bridges and west hills but its historic status restricted any changes to the exterior. Working within the constraints of the existing building shell, GS Architects aimed to create an “urban refuge”, that provided a personal retreat for the husband and wife owners with the option to entertain on occasion.
Contemporary Living Room
Contemporary Living Room
Waterfront Residence
Waterfront Residence
Dan Phipps ArchitectsDan Phipps Architects
photo by Tim Maloney
Art Deco Influence
Art Deco Influence
Dan Waibel Designer BuilderDan Waibel Designer Builder
Superior St. Residence
Superior St. Residence
Turn CollaborativeTurn Collaborative
Work performed with Daniel Dubay Interior Design.
Kelly Residence
Kelly Residence
Arthur Dyson ArchitectsArthur Dyson Architects
Globus Builder
Globus Builder
Globus BuilderGlobus Builder
Mayo Woodlands
Mayo Woodlands
Vision Homes & RemodelingVision Homes & Remodeling
Modern Miami Condo Custom Cabinetry Design
Modern Miami Condo Custom Cabinetry Design
Morantz Custom Cabinetry Inc.Morantz Custom Cabinetry Inc.
General Contractor: Century Builders Interior Designer: RU Design
Cheatham Residence
Cheatham Residence
Burrus Architecture & Design, LLCBurrus Architecture & Design, LLC
Atherton, CA New Home Construction
Atherton, CA New Home Construction
Kathryn MacDonald PhotographyKathryn MacDonald Photography
Media room/ family room with a modern twist. French door that leads to patio. Muted tones, marble fireplace. Kathryn MacDonald Photography, Marie Christine Design
Contemporary Details
Contemporary Details
JAQUEJAQUE
Colorful game room with natural light. Pendant lighting, track lighting, and sectional couch.
Woodland Residence
Woodland Residence
Domiteaux Garza ArchitectureDomiteaux Garza Architecture
Photo Credit: Terri Glanger Photography
Los Angeles Hills Residence
Los Angeles Hills Residence
Michael Kelley PhotographyMichael Kelley Photography
mpkelley.com / Michael Kelley Photography 2012
Contemporary Home
Contemporary Home
The Inman CompanyThe Inman Company
The living room showcases a gray velvet sectional sofa complimented with white velvet pillows and a low chrome coffee table with a Cerrera marble top

1,062 Contemporary Living Design Photos

How Do I Use Houzz For Living Room Inspiration Ideas?

The living room is where most Singaporeans spend most of our day relaxing after a busy day. Whether you live in a 3-room BTO HDB flat or a semi-detached house, at the end of the literal work day, this space has to make you happy, not anyone else. So regardless of current style trends, you should pick elements for that balance between stylish and personal taste.

Tips on Words and Phrases To Use on Houzz To Find Inspirations for Living Room Designs

On the whole Singaporeans describe elements of the living room the same way as international Houzz users. However, you may get a wider variety of inspirations by expanding search terms. Or perhaps a greater focus by narrowing word choices. Use the following guide as a breakdown of possible variations for living room search terms used among Singaporeans, and to be aware of the differences between each of them.

1. Living and Family Rooms: What's the Difference?

Beyond calling it a living room, the space where a family relaxes and entertains is sometimes called a "family room" in the rest of the world. The living room in a HDB, condo, or landed property is often the biggest room in the house. This is often the space that you'll see first when you step in. In recent years with the popularity of open-space living room design, the space can also open into the kitchen with minimal barriers. The family room is a much more casual space than the living room, and is not likely the biggest space in the house. Nor would it necessarily be near the kitchen the way a living room would be.

2. Console, Console Table, or Sideboard?

Any long, low cabinet for storage can be termed a console or sideboard. They perform the same functions, but are different in name depending on which part of the house they are located in. Internationally, when In the living room, they are often called a sideboard. In the living room, Singaporeans are more likely to use this piece of furniture as a platform and storage for their media (TV cabinet or stand) This would be called console or console table, depending on whether it has storage.

3. Sofa, Chesterfield, Lounge, or Ottoman?

Any bench seating for two or more, is a sofa. In Singapore, the terms sofa and couch are most commonly used, with the latter being the preferred North American term for this type of furniture. A lounge is traditionally considered a sofa with support for one's legs, but furniture brands have used this term loosely to describe most sofas. A Chesterfield has traditionally had the same meaning as a sofa, especially in the United Kingdom early in the 20th century. Nowadays, it specifically describes a buttoned leather sofa. An ottoman is a seat with no back nor handles. It is often paired up with an armchair as a footstool. As an often overlooked living room seating option in Singapore homes, the ottoman is compact and versatile in the living room. Ottomans with storage can help keep your living room space tidy. Others double up as a side or coffee table too.

4. Coffee Table or Side Table?

Most Singaporeans would not have difficulty distinguishing between a coffee table and a side table, as the former is larger and often feature prominently in the heart of a living room space. What we seem to be more concerned, is which would suit our lifestyle. Some have found side tables to be more versatile, than a big coffee table in the middle of their living room. Others feel that a traditional coffee table anchors a living room space, and will not replace it.

5. Rugs or Carpets?

The proper definition of a carpet is a floor covering that spans the entire rooms from wall-to-wall. They require professionals to install and remove. Rugs only cover a portion of a room, can be easily removed, cleaned and replaced. Because of our tropical environment, rugs are more common in the residential environment, and likely the word you'll be using more often on Houzz.

How Do I Use Living Room Inspirations in Ideabooks on Houzz?

Look up Singapore living rooms ideas on Houzz. Get a general idea of Contemporary living rooms, or specifically Contemporary living rooms that suit your taste, and saving them into an ideabook. Find inspiration for specific items such as the sofa, coffee tables, l-shaped sofas, and start individual ideabooks for them as well. You can then use these ideabooks to budget for your renovation, or have a conversation with a professional like an interior designer or contractor.
Oxford Development
Oxford Development
Oxford DevelopmentOxford Development
Beautiful cabinetry and custom furniture in stunning family room space. Modern lines and dark wood finish make this built-in shine in it's pale gray space. The coffered ceiling and transom windows create an airy, light filled environment. Pale, gray marble fireplace surround blends seamlessly.
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