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The Japanese have got quick overnight stays down to a five-step science. The ‘9h‘ Sleep Capsules are all housed in one sleek and contemporary location where the entire business model and design are built around nine hour increments. It’s as easy as arrive, shower, sleep, prepare and check out. While you’re not booking your stay to…

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Fox Johnston of Sydney creates plenty of contemporary spaces and homes– but this built piece of architecture was an integration of sorts. An old electric substation that was built in 1916 just so happened to also be the site for a new home. While the interior of this old building was stripped down, the exterior walls…

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Lighting is a beautiful addition to any room, and if the creativity is just right, you can literally spark up your own light fixture design. Studio Drift comes up with some really amazing fixtures that are not only organic in nature, but harmonize perfectly with technology (see their flylight to really get inspired!). The “Fragile Future”…

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Homes and offices meld together so often these days, that it can be difficult to distinguish where work ends and home begins. Between businesses that are born in the home to telecommuting to work and the lives of bloggers, having a space that functions as both is a must. The boutique billboard company, Prince Media Co.,…

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no.555 Architects of Japan are highly acclaimed and known for budget friendly, simple chic designs. Their “Nest” Residence for a young and growing family in Nagano, Japan is a creative endeavor that began to seek out great design while incorporating natural elements the entire way through. “Nest” has a humble exterior, but the interior is a…

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While small spaces are becoming the norm, it’s not often we see them so disconnected from technology and the outside world. Prominent fashion designer Scott Newkirk has a space to call his own when he wants to step away from the hustle and bustle of it all– and the best part is? It’s in New York….

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Your DNA is everywhere. From the skin, hair and nail cells that shed to the saliva and other traces of you that are left on your belongings throughout the days. Design company Dutch DNA is now creating a whole collection of items revolving around your genetic makeup. One of their pieces that really stands out happens…

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Andy Warhol’s art is still a huge inspiration and ode to culture these days as it was in the 60s. With the pop art surge of the last few years comes the major interest in his life’s works, and apparently, has helped to put a hefty price tag on his previously owned New York townhome. Now…

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Located in a historic 1890s mansion, the Maff Top Apartment is an unexpected contemporary addition to this Dutch design. It’s available to stay in with a per night rate, and the accommodations couldn’t be any more simple and sweet. With the entire place being practically built-in, it makes for a clean getaway where you’re able to…

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This is the amazing constructed space that Magreid, Italy’s fire brigade calls home. Architects of Bergmeister Wolf created this 7400 square foot space partly carved into the rock-side landscape of Magreid Italy. Three giant caverns make up the interior portion of this space, with glass and metal jut-outs coming from the natural landscape. The exterior facade…