1 week ago -The term "penthouse" originally referred, and sometimes still does refer, to a separate smaller "house" that was constructed on the roof of an apartment building. Architecturally it refers specifically to a structure on the roof of a building that is set back from its outer walls. These structures do not have to occupy the entire roof deck. Recently, luxury high rise apartment buildings have begun to designate multiple units on the entire top residential floor or multiple higher residential floors including the top floor as penthouse apartments, and outfit them to include ultra-luxury fixtures, finishes, and designs which are different from all other residential floors of the building.
March 2, 2017 -The heart of Allegra Hicks' penthouse in Naples, Italy, is a long, high-ceilinged room divided into living and dining areas, each anchored by Allegra Hicks carpets. The designer also created the Roman-shade fabric, the cut velvet on the wood-framed Jindrich Halabala armchairs, and the butterfly-specimen table at right; an 18th-century Venetian mirror surmounts the mantel.
January 3, 2025 -In a penthouse apartment design,high ceilings and expansive spaces amplify this effect, often pairing bright neutral walls with dark statement pieces like furniture or decor.
This particular example perfectly highlights why High-End Penthouse Apartment Lounge Area Design is so captivating.
December 3, 2025 -Imagine curling up with a good book, bathed in natural light, while city lights twinkle below.Add a plush chair, a chunky throw, and a slim bookshelf. Suddenly, your penthouse feels intimate, not just impressive.
