This incredible building is located in a privileged but sprawled urban area above Locarno, with an overwhelming view on the city, the surrounding mountains and the lake in Brione sopra Minusio, Switzerland. Designed by Wespi de Meuron Architekten, the project is a discrete reaction to a daily subject: to build into a crowded and chaotic […]
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Breathtaking wooden retreat in the mountains
A sensational log home situated in the pristine mountains of Telluride, Colorado features opulent luxuries one could only dream of. Called “Castlewood Manor”, this masterful estate has been inspired by the Great America Lodge Era restored over a five year period ending in 2011. With 17,300 square feet of living space, keen attention to detail […]
Magnificent historical chateau in Provence
Built in a hill-top village, a refuge for lovers of ancient stones…In the early 17th century, the Chateau de Moissac-Bellevue was a residence dedicated to relaxation, owned by a noble family from Provence, France. Sobre, patrimonial, remarkable, with its monumental entrance, vast drawing-rooms and dining-rooms opening out to the gardens, its imposing kitchen, its bedrooms […]
Warm and cozy cottage in Spain
This light filled cottage is nestled in Girona, a city in the northeast of Catalonia, Spain. The main objective of the transformation of both architecture and decoration was undertaken by Lizarriturry Tuneu. To achieve this, two factors were taken into account: the first was the respect the impressive medieval stone facade with balconies of wrought […]
Beautiful lake house in a historical village
This stunning vacation home is located at the border of a small historical village of Scaiano, Switzerland. There is a beautiful view over the lake and towards the mountains. It is only possible to reach the dwelling by foot, making the project more difficult for construction. The 753 square foot (70 square meters) house, designed […]
Contemporary home with a warm inviting feel
This fabulous home in Sydney, Australia has been designed by Corben Architects. The three-storey north facing residence has four bedrooms and is designed to take maximum advantage of outstanding water views and maintain absolute privacy to the adjacent neighbors. The 3,767 square feet (350 square meters) building replaced a small older style single level home. […]
Charming farmhouse in the Cevenne Mountains
This beautiful farmhouse is located in Montpellier, a city in the south of France. It is near the village of Saint-Martial, nestled in the lush Cevennes Mountain range at an altitude of 600 meters. The rehabilitated stone dwelling is in an idyllic natural setting, with fabulous views. The charming building has a history rooted in […]
Retreat to the Indian Himalayas
Inspired by the incomparable scenery of the Indian Himalaya Mountains, the Shatki 360 Leti resort was founded in 2004. The mountain hut was founded by Jamshyd Sethna, a travel professional from Bombay, India. Indian firm Studio Mumbai completed the resort, which is located 7,700 feet (2,300 meters) above sea level perched in the foothills of […]
House of Ruins on the Baltic Sea
The House of Ruins is a family house which can be found in Latvia along the coast of the Baltic Sea. This very unique dwelling has been constructed into the interior of 19th century ruins in a traditional Latvian barn. Architecture firm NRJA used the idea of contrast, where wind from the sea is opposed […]
A stunning cottage transformed in Provence
This charming house comprised of thick stone walls and wooden trusses is a former farm restored with great attention to detail in the French countryside of Provence, Italy. The transformation is the incredible work of architects Jacques and Eric Chevalier, now the home of a couple and their three children. The outdoor space of the […]










