18 rooms that look better from the outside in

our new favorite way to photograph a room.

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white-tile-kitchen
Photography by @ELSIELARSON

These white wood walls framing a white-tiled kitchen make up a good portion of our new dream home. (Thanks, @elsielarson!)

wood-white-lacquer-kitchen
Photography by ASHELEANDRO.COM

Proof green lacquer goes with everything.

gray-home-office
Photography by @HOMEPOLISH

We spy, with our little eye, THREE gallery walls.

White Living room
Photography by @CONSORTDESIGN

Bonus points for the reflection in the mirror.

An arched doorway is the perfect frame for any funky light fixture.

chandelier-library
Photography by YELLOWTRACE.COM.AU

We’re not sure what we’re more jealous of—the stunning chandelier or impressive home library!

White Living room
Photography by @CONSORTDESIGN

You can’t deny this pink, black, and white bathroom looks better framed by this black vanity room.

yellow-doorframe
Photography by VOGUE AUSTRALIA

Painting the doorway to a room is a brilliant way to incorporate the most clever pop of color.

glass-panelled-room-divider
Photography by DECOUVRIRDESIGN.COM

Panelled glass is an easy way to divide a space without really dividing it.

bohemian-living-room
Photography by HOUSEOFHIPSTERS.COM

We love how we get just a peek of this

bohemian living room

—and a closeup of this cute couple’s blown up photo booth pictures.

white-home
Photography by PINTEREST

There’s so much going on in this picture—and it’s all so right! The white floors, curated shelfie, and minimalist bedroom create a cohesive space.

white-black-living-room
Photography by MYSCANDINAVIANHOME.COM

We love how both rooms are the same, but slightly different.

Black and White Hallway
Photography by BRITTANY AMBRIDGE

Black and white with a side of orange and chartreuse.

Photography by @designoptions101

Note to self: Copy this color palette, ASAP.

Black and Blue and White Dining room
Photography by TAMARA MAGEL

This photo feels like a sneak peek of the dining area—in the best way.

black-fireplace
Photography by @REMODELISTA

What’s better than a dark fireplace shot through one doorframe? Try two.

Anne Ziegler White and Wood Dining room
Photography by BRITTANY AMBRIDGE

The flash of bright color in the distance compliments this all-white space.

Photography by MELANIE ACEVEDO

One thing’s for sure—we want to see more of this home.

Alyssa Clough

Writer/Editor

Alyssa is a Brooklyn-based maximalist and vintage addict who is always on the hunt for something—a new piece of collage art, more plant babies, yet another ceramic vessel, you get the picture. Obsessions include bold accent walls, living a sustainable, eco-friendly lifestyle, and supporting female artists and makers. Find her on Instagram ignoring her phone’s screen time alerts.