An important aspect of many buildings, whether old or new is the architecture and general feel and style that adds to the surroundings. The interiors and the layout also play their part in adding to the overall charm and elegance.

An apt example of this feature is the offices of the Bank of Moscow situated in the elegant area of Kuznetsky Most. True to the history and elegant architecture of the outer façade, the interiors have been set up to celebrate the beauty of the entire building.

Using 7,000 square meters of attic space, the large windowless hexagonal area with a ceiling of stained glass and wood complements the design of the building. The oak wood walls and ceiling panels, the cool marble floors and the tall wooden doors fitted with full length stained glass are just a prelude to the balconies which house the offices around the main area.

The glass and wooden arches divide the different areas of the office and the glass windows in the roof bring in natural light to the office. The furniture and upholstery enhance the elegance and polish of the whole locale built to specific and personal choice and refinement.

Yet another superb example of beautiful architecture merging with modern interiors and design is the Griffin Steakhouse Extraordinaire. Situated in the new, swish Waterfront Building in Stockholm, this attractive steakhouse is more than your average American steakhouse.

The wonderful glamorous atmosphere with interiors which speak of travel, science, mysticism, religion, hints of alchemy point out to the varied and stylish tastes of the Griffins- the fictitious hosts of this popular steakhouse. The different styled areas in one big space make it a very chic and well put together up market steakhouse unlike the usual American steakhouse. The outer architecture of the building and the different, unusually styled interiors make this place stand out from among its contemporaries.

Real estate areas with similar and sometimes contrasting architecture make for a wonderful mix of varied and also similar styles and tastes which enhance the entire surrounding area.