In an era when industrial and concrete designs are more popular than ever, it can be easy to forget the naturally beautiful look that can be created with high-quality wood. When wood grain and the many tones of wood are allowed to shine through, the design possibilities are virtually endless. In the two homes featured […]

In an era when industrial and concrete designs are more popular than ever, it can be easy to forget the naturally beautiful look that can be created with high-quality wood. When wood grain and the many tones of wood are allowed to shine through, the design possibilities are virtually endless. In the two homes featured in this post we see that not every home that is heavy on the wood needs to feel like a hunting cabin or an old man’s den. These spaces are highly modern, bright, and warm but the natural, elegant wood element adds something special to both homes.
Visualizer: Kyde Architects  

The first home is located in Sosonvo, St. Petersberg in Russia and measures 100 square meters (1076 square feet).

The design uses wood not in some of the more obvious and subtle ways, like exposed wood beams, but really lets the material stand on its own.

From wood paneled walls to natural wood furniture, the design highlights wood, not letting is fade into the neutral background like it often can.

The wood paneled walls are particularly eye catching, with horizontal slats creating an interesting texture and drawing the eye around the roo...