This Tuscan villa is remarkably light, airy, modern, and completely unexpected when it comes to Italian villas. Created by architect Simone Micheli for his own family, the three-level home was built from two separate houses. Continue reading →

The live-work residence of this client’s Montreal home is a collaboration of materials working seamlessly together to create a cohesive set. Void of any clutter or distraction, the focus on this house’s design is on texture, light and symmetry. Challenged with a house that faced east/west, the design team of Naturehumaine creatively designed a light well that floods all floors with light. In addition, the natural sunlight is increased by the use of glazed walls and frosted glass, allowing the warmth to literally bounce off the walls. Continue reading →

This home is a creamy marble palace of understated luxury and style. Raed Abillama Architects have masterfully manipulated light and materials to create a cool elegance. Large square milky white marble tiles run diagonally through the high ceiling spaces defined by soft alabaster walls. Painted exposed beams are separated by intricate grilles that allow cross ventilation. Pointed arch windows face the courtyard on one end of the main living space. Opposite a trio of marble column supported arches frames the dining room. Continue reading →

“Une Belle Escapade”, translated into English means “a lovely getaway”. Le Chalet Zannier certainly fits this delightful description. Nestled in the French Alps and comprised of three Alpine style chalets, these sumptuously designed suites are meant for luxurious relaxation. Continue reading →

Behomm, an international home exchange service for the community of designers and visual artists, lets you move in to an extraordinarily designed home in exotic locales around the globe. In this home of interior designer, Lori Andrews, you can explore the nearby natural wonders and the city life of Calgary from this stylish home base. Continue reading →

Named after the 1980’s video game, which is based on finding configurations of tile blocks, this house by the Montreal-based creative team at rzlbd most certainly has lived up to its name. It is the designer’s belief that if every part of the house were utilized, there would be no wasted space. Continue reading →

Concrete, an incredibly versatile material can be traced back to the Roman Empire. It has always been widely used in commercial applications but has recently made a comeback in the contemporary esthetic world of residential design. Studio Karhard designed this unique project, the conversion of a family home in Berlin, Germany. Continue reading →

Imagine having the freedom and luxury of combining two apartments in to one bright spacious home. Wonderfully designed by Studio Karhard, this home’s seemingly non-chalant choices are deceptively well thought out. My first signal that there’s great design is that it feels effortless so let’s break down their formula. Continue reading →

If you have ever thought that a black and white palette might be boring, think again! This witty and warm home interior elicits a surprisingly emotional response. Designed by the Melbourne based team of Architect Steven Whiting and Creative Director Carole Whiting, this family home creates the predominant mood of pure line and color. Continue reading →

I’m a firm believer that your bedroom is a sanctuary designed around an exquisite bed that you never want to leave. Soothing colors, your favorite art, and of course, probably some storage, are the only items allowed inside…no electronics or televisions, just a perfectly brilliant reading lamp.
In its first collection for the bedroom, the renowned house of Italian home furnishings designer, Meridiani, presents Tuyo, who name translates to “yours.” Each and every detail is carefully considered and expertly hand crafted to bring you superb style and comfort. Continue reading →