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Interior Design of Homes and Apartments

What We Read in September: 10 Posts That Became Hits

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Setting up a small apartment, flipping through the new IKEA catalog, figuring out why they built the 'Bachelor's House', and inspiring ourselves with beautiful interiors

In our traditional selection, we've gathered the most interesting articles from last month that are worth re-reading.

  1. IKEA-2018: 10 Great Items from the New Catalog

    IKEA unveiled its 2018 catalog, and we've picked out 10 of the most interesting products. Cozy cushions and warm throws will help you spend autumn evenings at home comfortably, a new desk will set the tone for productive work after vacation, and a dining table will come in handy if you decide to host friends for dinner.

    Photo: in the style of , Guide – photo on our websiteRead more
  2. How to Decorate a Small Apartment: 10 Ideas from Our Designers

    Decorating a small flat is not that easy, as you need to fit everything in and visually expand the space. We show how professional designers do it: a one-bedroom flat became a two-room apartment, a loft was created on 30 square meters, and a Khrushchyovka turned into a stylish space.

    Design: Katerina SizovaDesign: Katerina Sizova
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  3. You Can't Throw Away, You Must Keep: What to Do with Grandma's Furniture

    Don't rush to get rid of the "walls" and carpets. We're used to dismissing Soviet furniture and wanting to get rid of it at the first opportunity, but we're wrong. We explain how to skillfully incorporate an old armchair or wardrobe.

    Designer Nadia Zотовой's ApartmentDesigner Nadia Zотовой's Apartment
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  4. 7 Principles of Kitchen Layout Every One Should Know

    We've already written about the correct, according to the National Association of Kitchens and Bathrooms, layout of the work triangle, as well as about how to properly position household appliances. Professional decorator, artist, and blogger Oksana Panteleeva named 7 more rules for placing appliances and choosing kitchen furniture.

    Photo: Kitchen and Dining Room in Scandinavian Style, Guide – photo on our websiteRead more
  5. Storage in a Small Apartment: How to Fit Everything You Need

    In small apartments, it always seems like you have too much stuff. Especially in those without storage space. We explore how to thoughtfully plan storage systems so you no longer trip over old skis when stepping onto the balcony.

    Design: Daria PonomarevaDesign: Daria Ponomareva
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  6. Who and Why Built the 'Bachelor's House' in Moscow?

    You've probably seen this huge building live or in photos. The “Ship,” “Titanic,” “Lying Skyscraper” – the number of nicknames is growing toward infinity. What each nickname was for, who came up with the project, how long the construction took, and whether it's worth saving for a flat in the famous house on Tula Street – all this is covered in our article.

    Photo: Yevgeny ChesnokovPhoto: Yevgeny Chesnokov
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  7. Yet Another 7 Unobvious Ways to Create a 'Luxury' Interior

    How to make an interior look more expensive? We’ve already shared six proven methods with you. Continuing our hot list.

    Design: Ekaterina KozlovaDesign: Ekaterina Kozlova
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  8. Interior of the Week: A Small 2-Bedroom Flat in Scandinavian Style

    A family couple who bought this flat on the Novorizhsky direction was lucky. Their work allows them to rarely travel to Moscow, the kids have grown up, so they can move to the countryside and live near the forest. It was exactly this view from the window that designer Olga Shapovalova used as a starting point for creating the interior. The Scandinavian style she complemented with plant themes and green tones.

    Design: Olga ShapovalovaDesign: Olga Shapovalova
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  9. How to Bring New Life to an Old Apartment: Project in Moscow

    “The owners didn’t plan to reconfigure the flat,” say the project authors, architects Denis and Anton Yurov. “They really wanted to refresh the previous interior, add fresh and modern solutions, and yet not clutter the interior with unnecessary details. They also wanted to preserve the old parquet floor, give it a second life, and integrate it into the new, modern interior.”

    Design: Yurov InteriorsDesign: Yurov Interiors
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  10. 8 Things You Should Do After a Renovation

    Even after the renovation seems to be finished, it’s important to do a few more things! Check off our small checklist to make sure you don’t miss anything.

    Photo: Living Room in Scandinavian Style, Guide – photo on our websiteRead more

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