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🛠 How to Lay Laminate Flooring: The Secret to a Perfect Floor

Installing laminate yourself? Here’s a pro tip: align planks so natural light flows *along* the seams, not across. When light runs parallel to the boards, joints vanish. If perpendicular, gaps cast shadows, making floors look cheap.

Checklist:
☝️ Leave 10 mm expansion gaps.
🧱 Ensure subfloor is flat (≤2–3 mm/m).
🧰 Use proper underlayment for sound & moisture.

Save this step-by-step video guide for your renovation. Correct plank orientation = flawless finish.

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💥 Terrace with frameless glazing

Frameless glazing transforms your terrace — a modern solution that maximizes views, creates the feeling of open space, and still ensures full weather protection and optimal thermal insulation

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Minimalist bedroom

The fast pace of life, information overload, high population density, and constant noise have inspired contemporary designers to create light, unobtrusive interiors that promote deep relaxation and true rest.

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50 Shades of Coziness: What Colors to Pair with Gray in Interior Design

Gray isn’t dull—it’s sophisticated. Once linked to offices, it’s now a go-to for calm, elegant spaces. Its strength? A neutral base that unites furniture and highlights textures.

Avoid a concrete bunker vibe. Pair gray with:

• Warm wood – oak, walnut, ash. Softens cool tones.
• Dusty rose & terracotta – warmth. Muted pink softens light gray; terracotta adds bohemian charm.
• Mustard & ochre – sunlit accents. A cushion or vase energizes.
• Emerald & navy – rich contrasts. Great for depth in living rooms.
• Brass & gold – swap chrome. Lamps or handles add art deco flair.
• White & cream – opens spaces. Works even with charcoal gray.

Gray is forgiving—works in lofts and small apartments. Refresh with new textiles anytime.

#Интерьер #ДизайнИнтерьера #СерыйЦвет
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Eclectic interior with a trendy color palette

The entire space blends styles in a way that makes each room unique, yet seamlessly connects everything into a harmonious whole

Area: 62 sq. m
Design: ANNA ZUEVA

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Luxurious high baseboard for your home

Choose a baseboard 10–15 cm in height — leave a gap of 10–30 cm from it, depending on the desired baseboard height.

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Space-Saving Elegance: The Recessed Sliding Door Solution

🚪 A recessed sliding door (commonly known as a "cassette door") isn’t just another sliding system—it fully disappears into a built-in cassette within the partition wall, gliding neatly out of sight.

Its biggest advantage? Total space efficiency. The door panel takes up zero floor space in your room or hallway, making it perfect for compact apartments, narrow hallways, and small bathrooms where every centimeter counts.

Beyond functionality, it offers a sleek, modern aesthetic. When open, it looks like a seamless architectural portal—no visible tracks or hardware. This clean look supports minimalist interiors, visually connects adjacent spaces when open, and provides effective zoning when closed.

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Cozy and contemporary kids' room design 🥰

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Interior in a circular Stalin-era building

A thoughtfully designed renovation that radiates warmth and charm. Share your thoughts below!

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😊 Cozy nook by the window

During renovations, window sills and the area around windows are often overlooked—many assume it’s useless space.

This mindset is a big mistake. It keeps you from making the most of your apartment’s potential.

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Soft-toned apartment design creating a serene atmosphere

Thoughtfully chosen color schemes enhance the sense of space, beautifully complementing unique furniture and contemporary accessories

Area: 28 sq. m.

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Cozy warm-toned interiors designed for a welcoming family — a project by Tatyana Mantsevich

Belarusian designer and founder of TANYA MANTSEVICH interiors, Tatyana Mantsevich, has transformed a spacious apartment for a young couple. During their first meeting, the client shared a long-held wish: a functional kitchen in soft blue tones. This idea became the foundation of the entire visual concept, with terracotta, gray, and beige hues providing warm contrast.

One unexpected challenge in the layout was a narrow, low window in the study, which limited natural light and made the room feel smaller. The designer turned this limitation into a distinctive feature by outlining the top edge of the frame along the room’s perimeter. At this height, a contrasting joint appears between white and beige paint, adding a sense of intimacy and character to the space.

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Vibrant interiors for lovers of bold and intense hues

Each room features colors carefully chosen not only to delight the eye but also to set the mood and atmosphere

Area: 76 sq. m.
Design: SVETLANA KIRILLOVA

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💧 Hidden Leak Protection: Why Sensors Should Be Hidden

Everyone needs water leak protection, but avoid the common mistake: don’t leave sensors and control units exposed. Visible systems ruin elegant interiors and react too slowly. A floor sensor floods instantly; one mounted on a cabinet wall buys crucial seconds.

Smart hiding tips:

• Wired sensors: Place under radiators or behind baseboards — lowest points — with wiring allowing immediate valve shutoff.
• Wireless sensors: Hide tiny "pills" under appliances or in bathrooms; keep the hub in a closet.
• Automation: Integrate with smart homes for instant phone alerts and remote shutoff — protect before neighbors knock.

Real protection is invisible until it works. Watch our video for best practices.

#SmartHome #WaterLeak #HomeSafety

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A sleek, airy apartment interior in neutral tones with subtle accents

A beautiful color palette: soft gray-beige hues paired with natural wood elements

Area: 92 sq. m.
Design: OLGA BONDAR

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😍 Light kitchen review

A standout feature of this kitchen is the quartz countertop, with a seamless texture transition that adds elegance and sophistication

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Rich in meaning and detail: the interior of a Japanese bistro in Perm by ASHBURO

Japan is often associated with high-tech megacities and modernist architecture. Yet another side exists — rural villages with slow-paced lives and endless rice fields. This duality became the core inspiration for Yekaterinburg-based design studio ASHBURO when creating a compact bistro in Perm.

At the heart of the space stands a rectangular wooden-frame structure draped in fabric, echoing traditional Japanese folding screens. The studio printed illuminated kanji characters onto the fabric, lit from within by lamps with red shades.

Wall finishes reflect the chaotic urban fabric of Tokyo’s streets: the hallway is clad in white ceramic tiles, while adjacent concrete blocks meet ribbed metal panels marking the technical room.

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Dining Area

The kitchen is where the whole family gathers every day, and it all comes together around the dining table. That’s why it’s essential to strike the right balance between functionality and comfort. Design matters just as much.

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✨ Handle-free kitchens: clean lines and absolute comfort

Minimalism has evolved. Eliminating external hardware isn’t just a trend—it’s a thoughtful, ergonomic choice for modern living.

Here’s why kitchens with push-to-open systems or integrated handles stand out:

• Timeless, contemporary style. Cabinet fronts form a seamless, smooth surface, creating a unified look. The space feels light, cohesive, and perfectly suited to minimalist, high-tech, or Japandi interiors.

• Optimized for compact spaces. No need to leave clearance gaps behind cabinets or worry about bumping into sharp corners in tight areas. Every inch is used efficiently and safely.

• Easier cleaning. Without protruding handles, there’s nowhere for grease or dust to hide. A single wipe across the smooth surface is all it takes to keep your kitchen spotless.

Sleek, handle-free cabinetry transforms the kitchen from a functional space into a stylish extension of your living area.

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How to style an empty wall?

At first glance, decorating a blank wall seems simple enough. Just hang a few family photos or a nice piece of art, and the space is complete. And sure, that works—sometimes. But not always. In some cases, leaving the wall bare makes more sense than filling it with generic decor you’d find in any home.

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