I think most of us would be ridiculously happy with any home that overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. Now imagine that home’s centuries old walls of stone, clay, and shells have been exposed and restored. Soft worn arches and concrete slabs lead between rooms and moments in time. Pitsou Kedem Architects have revitalized this home with deep respect and the most minimal modern comforts. Continue reading →

Big Sur’s central California coast line is rugged with the mountains bursting from the sea. In this dazzling natural paradise only a home that gracefully drapes itself across the land feels appropriate. This award winning contemporary vacation home, designed by Fougeron Architecture does that in a most respectful manner. Continue reading →

How about shopping for wild flowers and forest plants in a small – yet absolutely gorgeous! – shop outside of Stockholm? Let’s take a stroll at Landet Jaarna, as seen through the lens of photographer Mikael Axelsson after the initiative of talented international interiors blogger Emma Fexus, who was quick to share this gem on her blog as soon as she spotted it. Continue reading →

Let’s see, should I choose views of the ocean or views of the coastal mountains? This remarkable home for three generations gives you both! The center of the H-shaped plan is an expansive living and dining area. Instead of only windows, Butler Armsden Architects used large sliding doors on both sides of the room to let breezes and views spill right in. This lets you enjoy the outdoors even when it’s raining! Continue reading →

It’s always been a dream of mine to rescue or restore a building that most would never consider to use as a home. In Rotterdam, Doepel Strijkers have quite literally carved a family home out of a former ambulance garage. Continue reading →

This stunning seaside villa seems to emerge from the rocky site on both the inside and the outside. With deep respect and admiration for the natural surroundings, the new home owners, along with architect Bob White and M. Elle Design, have created a haven of casual elegance for their family and grandchildren. Continue reading →

When an architect and an interior designer set out to create a country retreat the results can be pure magic. Steven Harris and Rees Roberts have left every thing behind in New York city, to create a home and studio with views of the Catskills and the Berkshires. Continue reading →

This stunning home, literally carved in to the rocky seaside cliff, strips away the fuss and uses only luxurious bare necessities. Nature’s surrounding palette of sun, sea, rock, and sky is fulfilling in its minimalism. Here I find that when an interior using exquisite materials, frills are of no benefit. The main floor living, kitchen, and dining areas, awash with light, pour on to a patio. Richly grained stone floors extend outside, a savvy way to expand the space and make it cohesive. Modular, low, neutral fabric lounges hug the stone of the living area. Continue reading →

Exposed structure, polished marble, luxe lighting, and velvety surfaces make a seriously suave London penthouse. TG Studio made three levels of living in to a sophisticated home. Continue reading →

Barn renovations are sacred grounds for me and if you add color, I’m in heaven! In the Dutch countryside interior designer Larissa Van Seumeren and her partner, Peter Kool, have given a new life to an old barn through color. For the couple and their two children, they’ve created a home with nineteenth century soul and modern colors and comfort. Continue reading →