Just a short drive from the coast and charming towns, Villa Elia has recently been restored and refurbished to exacting standards in Puglia, Italy. The interiors feature a very stylish blend of local, ethnic and contemporary pieces, many of which are originals from Brown’s Hotel in London. The house is surrounded by ancient stone walls, […]
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Picturesque 17th century villa in Provence
In the peaceful natural setting of the Luberon hills of Provence, France sits this authentic Provencal noble house called ‘La Bastide des Chenes’, built between the 15th and 17th centuries. While respecting the historic and handsome original architecture, the villa has been remodeled to create a contemporary, spacious place to relax. The main house contains […]
Modern and spacious loft with clever design
This incredible modern and spacious loft-apartment is located in Antwerp, Belgium. The loft is situated in a building that was once an old diamond cutting and-polishing shop, which was renovated and reorganized into a housing development. The spectacular conversion is comprised of 26,909 square feet (2,500 square meters) and has been divided into 19 individual […]
Church converted into a stunning Brisbane home
An old heritage church in Brisbane, Australia has been converted into a beautiful contemporary home by Willis Greenhalgh Architects. Here is a description of the project from the designers, “First a church then a theatre, a slice of Brisbane’s heritage has been saved from demolition and transformed into two striking luxury homes. The existing buildings […]
Charming 18th-century villa in Puglia
We just received information on this incredible villa that is exclusively for rent through Think Puglia called, “Palazzo Gorgoni.” A late 18th-century palazzo that has been restored in the heart of the lovely Baroque town of Galatina, in the region of Puglia, Italy. The original character and history of the building has been preserved, featuring […]
Charming and stylish hotel on the island of Capri
Capri Suite is a boutique hotel in the town of Anacapri, nestled on the island of Capri, Italy, by interior design firm ZETASTUDIO. Enjoying an enviable location, not far from the Blue Grotto and the Punta Carena Lighthouse, this funky hotel is a resotration project, occupying part of a former monastery from the 1600’s in […]
Charming holiday house on the sea
In Brittany, at the tip of Finistère, France, vacation house Bleu Salé (Blue Salty) faces the ocean. This typical longhouse was fully renovated in 2009 with the traditional thatched-roof, which characterized it during its construction in 1822. The home was already imbued with natural beauty; the owners improved upon the original construction and restored it. […]
Petrella Guidi Historical Hideaway in Italy
Bouquets of flowers and aromatic plants intoxicate upon arriving to Petrella Guidi Historical Hideaway, in the ancient medieval village of Petrella Guidi, Italy. Entering the gate, one leaves behind the pace of chaotic lives, and abandons itself to the joy of living of this ancient land. It is meant to be understood as a site […]
Exceptional Bohemian style loft in Chelsea
This expansive loft has been exceptionally designed to preserve architectural authenticity, located in the heart of the gallery district in Chelsea, New York. Situated in an historic former candy factory, this 3,367 square foot loft has exposed brick walls, restored hardwood floors, cast iron columns, and new industrial over-sized windows. The open living area is […]
Charming old mansion transformed on Isle of Rhé
Today we present to you this incredibly charming 17th century dwelling, discovered on Nuevo Estilo, nestled in the heart of a beautiful village on the Isle of Rhé (Île de Ré in french), on the French Atlantic coast opposite the town of La Rochelle. The island is a haven of style and serenity, the facade […]










