Best of Houzz: Revealed! Your Favourite Photos From Around the World
The 2015 Best of Houzz winners provide a fascinating peek into the interiors preferences of the global Houzz community. Find out more…
Every year, we take a look at the favourite images and designs the Houzz community around the globe chose to add to their ideabooks, which are honoured in the 2015 Best of Houzz people’s choice awards. The results provide a fascinating peek into the preferences, style aspirations and interests of the international Houzz community. Take a look at just some of the photos that proved most popular in Europe, North America and Australia.
Australia enjoys relaxing by the pool
Images of jaw-dropping swimming pools abound among the Australian Houzz community. That enviably sunny climate may have something to do with this…
Images of jaw-dropping swimming pools abound among the Australian Houzz community. That enviably sunny climate may have something to do with this…
France adores très chic rooftop terraces
Little terraces and balconies perfectly encapsulate that Parisian chic that’s coveted across the world. A well-designed terrace with a small selection of furniture can prove just as beautiful as a large garden, exemplifying the fact that less can often be more.
Little terraces and balconies perfectly encapsulate that Parisian chic that’s coveted across the world. A well-designed terrace with a small selection of furniture can prove just as beautiful as a large garden, exemplifying the fact that less can often be more.
France is fond of leafy patios
It’s not only the small urban balconies and terraces that captivate French Houzzers. Outdoor patios with a more rustic aesthetic than their Australian counterparts are also favoured in France, particularly when they evoke the calming atmosphere of Provence.
It’s not only the small urban balconies and terraces that captivate French Houzzers. Outdoor patios with a more rustic aesthetic than their Australian counterparts are also favoured in France, particularly when they evoke the calming atmosphere of Provence.
Germany likes metallic kitchen details
Modern, streamlined kitchens are popular all over the world, and Germany is no different. But German Houzzers like a little bit of metallic shine to punctuate an otherwise minimalist look. On-trend gold, brass and copper accents are paired with crisp neutrals for an unfussy and elegant design.
Modern, streamlined kitchens are popular all over the world, and Germany is no different. But German Houzzers like a little bit of metallic shine to punctuate an otherwise minimalist look. On-trend gold, brass and copper accents are paired with crisp neutrals for an unfussy and elegant design.
Germany favours modern facades
Sleek, modern exteriors with straight lines and clear geometric shapes are a clear favourite in Germany, as can be seen with this modern masterpiece in Munich.
Sleek, modern exteriors with straight lines and clear geometric shapes are a clear favourite in Germany, as can be seen with this modern masterpiece in Munich.
Australia loves contemporary design
The sun-soaked continent prefers eye-catching, clever contemporary designs that effectively mix materials, such as the wood and glass in this Melbourne home, for an interesting textural element.
The sun-soaked continent prefers eye-catching, clever contemporary designs that effectively mix materials, such as the wood and glass in this Melbourne home, for an interesting textural element.
Germany dreams of bathing with a view
One of the most popular images among German Houzzers was this stunning bathroom with expansive countryside views. The minimalist details allow the beautiful scene to take centre stage.
Browse 10 baths with stunning views
One of the most popular images among German Houzzers was this stunning bathroom with expansive countryside views. The minimalist details allow the beautiful scene to take centre stage.
Browse 10 baths with stunning views
Toronto likes to keep it classic
Canada’s most populous city prefers to keep things on the traditional side, particularly when it comes to exterior facades. Classic Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian styles seem to be favoured.
Canada’s most populous city prefers to keep things on the traditional side, particularly when it comes to exterior facades. Classic Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian styles seem to be favoured.
The US evokes colonial exteriors
US Houzzers have shown a preference for colonial-inspired exteriors, whether it be a Spanish mission style evident in this Florida home, or more of a plantation-style mansion typical of the southern states.
US Houzzers have shown a preference for colonial-inspired exteriors, whether it be a Spanish mission style evident in this Florida home, or more of a plantation-style mansion typical of the southern states.
Australia loves stylish patios
Tidy and stylish outdoor spaces are popular everywhere, but in Australia, where the weather actually allows homeowners to use their outside spaces for many months of the year, well-designed patios with ample seating, glossy wood and eye-catching details are particularly popular.
Tidy and stylish outdoor spaces are popular everywhere, but in Australia, where the weather actually allows homeowners to use their outside spaces for many months of the year, well-designed patios with ample seating, glossy wood and eye-catching details are particularly popular.
France values its wine
A state-of-the-art wine cellar that still manages to retain its rustic charm is widely favoured in France, where the country’s wines are, after all, a national heritage.
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A state-of-the-art wine cellar that still manages to retain its rustic charm is widely favoured in France, where the country’s wines are, after all, a national heritage.
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The US loves to keep fit
Home gyms are incredibly popular among US Houzzers. The most beloved images, such as this one of a home gym in California, feature plenty of space and impressive views for an engaging fitness experience.
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Home gyms are incredibly popular among US Houzzers. The most beloved images, such as this one of a home gym in California, feature plenty of space and impressive views for an engaging fitness experience.
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What do you think of these international picks? Share your favourite photos on Houzz in the Comments below.
Although modernist and contemporary designs are also incredibly popular among French Houzzers, traditional country cottages have never lost their charming appeal. Nestled among tidy lawns and lush green hedges, this sweet French home evokes summery countryside getaways.