This beautiful country house is situated in the foothills of the Val Tidone, in the Piacentine countryside of Italy. Designed by Park Associati architects, the home was conceived as a contemporary interpretation of the traditional ‘cascina’ and barns typical of the area, which is reflected in the materials and proportions, presenting itself as a modern […]
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Beautiful rustic lakeside home in Italy
This beautiful rustic countryside family home in Italy is owned by a woman named Hanne who lives there with her two teenage sons and her partner Rafaelle. Hanne was originally from Norway, and then moved around to various places before making her way to Italy. She purchased a rundown home in the outskirts of Rome […]
Modern four-cornered villa in Finland
Four-Cornered Villa is an 840 square foot home situated on a horse shoe shaped island in Virrat, Finland, designed by Avanto Architects. The cross like shape of this simple villa reaches towards four very different views. The space is open and defined at the same time. The exterior is treated all black and to contrast […]
Suspended refuge on the Alentejo Coast
The house in Melides, on the southern Alentejo Coast of Portugal by architect Pedro Reis, represents the desire for a holiday house as a getaway from the bustle of a big city. This incredible 3,700 square foot home presents “drama” of the natural countryside, building it on top of a steep hill relatively protected by […]
Exquisite countryside home in Portugal
This lovely country home has been decorated by interior designer Marta Espregueira Mendes. Located in Portugal next to the Minho river, this incredible vacation home has features and artifacts that have been preserved, mixed with new materials and furniture that comes from the Middle East. The home was renovated so that the owner’s could enjoy […]
Stunning stone house in the mediterranean countryside
The plan of “The Stone House” was inspired not so much by modern architecture, but from traditional buildings in the region, the so-called stone towers. This incredible stone house has a very natural warm quality to it, incorporating exposed concrete and limestone with natural wood beams and an open ceiling to see the countryside. Architecture […]
Step inside a very charming French Country home
If you love the charming look of the French countryside but not ready to move abroad, this estate in Montecito, California offers a chance to experience a more European style while safely ensconced in the land of blue skies and celebrity neighbors. The garden is surrounded by a 45-acre nature preserve and 45 acre estate […]