It’s been a while since we last been lurking Swedish websites for amazing apartments to take our breath away. And I found something really amazing — a great example of Swedish minimalism. Located in Östermalm, a large district in central Stockholm, this four room apartment (3 bedrooms) has an amazing taste for design. The thing that gets to you from the first time you lay your eyes on it, is the large patio with the classic table and chairs that goes great with the rest. With a tinge of color here and there, contemporary pieces of furniture a highly modern kitchen, and large spaces everywhere, we’ll let you decide if it’s worth $260 per month to rent or $1.23 million to buy it.

Folks from Rottet Studio have been commissioned by Artis Capital Management to add a twist to their offices in San Francisco. And I think they found a great way to make it more home than office for the 14 people working there. Meant as a “white box”, the new office plays with materials, textures and colors, and brings the visually quiet environment a trading team would need. There’s a custom carpet that emulates water lapping on the shore, a dark gray cleft stone that surrounds the entire floor, and modern furniture for the work area. But the things that makes you think ‘I want a job there’, are the stunning views off the bustling city. Kudos to Rottet Studio for the sterling job they pulled off.

If you’re sick and tired with the small condos in San Francisco, and you still got some cash on hand, here’s some inspiration from the creative folks at Joel Sanders Architect who recently gave this downtown duplex penthouse a modern facelift. So what exactly makes it so interesting other than its location and the amazing views? Let’s start with the two living zones. A darker inner one where natural materials are predominant (walnut paneling and banquettes upholstered in deep blue mohair), and the bright part of the duplex, with the living/media room and the kitchen/dining area on the first floor, along with the master bedroom suite on the second floor. Definitely a five star.

Talented photographer Stuart McIntyre knows how to get the most interesting aspects on film. His work (which obviously got your eye) featured below goes from a contemporary apartment with luscious decors in the very center of London to the clean shapes of a Scandinavian apartment in Copenhagen — all highly inspirational. And just if anyone out there cares about our opinion, our favorite is the automotive-inspired kitchen with the yellow half car above the shelves. Kudos to Stuart, keep up the great job.

Designer Dima Loginoff has managed to surprise everyone with a new concept lounge chair dubbed Dounyasha. Meant to take your heart away with its colorful visual appeal, the new armchair has a striking silhouette that resembles elegance, yet makes it chic, at the same time. No word if or when the new Dounyasha Lounge Chair will make it to the production line, but kudos to Dima for such an amazing design and the fact that he’s been nominated as the Young Designer of the Year at the Elle Décor International Design Awards 2010.

The good folks from A-cero Architects have proved their talent once again by completing an amazing exotic villa in Sto Domingo, the Dominican Republic. Following on a singular architectural idea, the building looks a lot like a futuristic skateboard park (lovely roof) which takes advantage from the Caribbean’s climate — sea breeze. On the inside, things are kept as simple as possible with a lot of stone furnishings, contemporary furniture, wood accents and large windows to deliver stunning views. Looks beautiful and relaxing in equal measure, don’t you think?

Sometimes it’s really hard to find words and write about something that looks so perfect, and a very good example is this amazing Chateau St Tropez, just three minutes from the famous harbor, the excellent restaurants and the vivid clubs. So what are you getting at the Chateau St Tropez? The answer is … only the best. Check out more images and a list after the break.

Planning a trip to Southern France but not sure where to spend your nights, how about Cap Ferrat, a holiday destination amongst European aristocracy and international millionaires. Why Cap Ferrat you may ask? The first reason to come to mind is this amazing rental house, Villa O, that offers pure perfection and promises a fabulous stay. Hugging a hilly terrain, nestled between palms and pines, with lovely terraces overlooking the Mediterranean Sea (quite stunning views), shields of glass, a tricolor of white walls, and lavish furnishings on the inside, Villa O is simply seamless.

Finding the right lighting solution for a room is (from my point of view) the toughest thing when decorating a room. You need to make sure the light is strong enough for what you’re looking for and the design definitely has to stand out. Somehow trying to address the issue, designer Katherine Semenko has come up with an interesting concept that she calls the Shine Birch lamp. Only 25cm tall, the lamp is made from matte plastic, has a base that can be clasped in one hand and gets the eye with its five luminous elements. That’s why we think that the Shine Birch lamp certainly makes for the perfect lighting solution in any modern environment. No?

Italian manufacturer Tecnocucina has more than 30 years of experience in creating some of the most amazing kitchens we’ve seen. Renowned for the concept of the “living kitchen” which blends practical and aesthetics in a perfect manner, Tecnocucina promises to change your cooking place into a modern sanctuary. From highly fashioned to glossy or matte modern designs, these kitchens sure bring the elegant touch you were looking for for a striking atmosphere.

Having created a partnership with famous architects and international constructors, Tecnocucina is chosen for its flexibility, its research into new materials, and for its attention to details. Tecnocucina’s well established team, made up of designers, engineers and marketing managers, faces the daily challenge of design with excitement and professionalism.