This wonderful countryside holiday home is a refuge for its owners, located next to a nature reserve on the banks of the Cega River in the province of Segovia, Spain. The home is that of photographer Clara Tassara and her husband, who fell in love with this old home which was originally owned by a priest. After […]
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Mediterranean-style house with sweeping sea views in Spain
Maison Amour is a charming Ibiza style holiday home built in the 60s by famous architect Manuel Jorge, located in the quiet area of Puchol, Jávea, Alicante, Spain. Spread out over three levels, the villa offers terraces with sweeping views over the Bay of Jávea. The home is used by the owner as a second home, but when it […]
Modern yet warm weekend retreat overlooking the Hudson River
A beautiful weekend retreat nods to mid-century modern architecture, recently completed by Foz Design along the banks of the Hudson River in Saugerties, New York. This modern yet warm dwelling was designed for a couple who were looking to have a weekend getaway where they could host friends and family. Melding seamlessly into its natural environment, this custom property has […]
An extraordinary Cascade Mountains retreat with eco-conscious features
Base Camp is a mountain retreat designed for family living by Johnston Architects, nestled high above Lake Cle Elum in the Cascade Mountains near Roslyn, Washington. The home was designed as a retreat and eventually a primary home for an active family of seven. The remote lake offers the perfect getaway, enjoying warm summer days […]
Chic summer retreat on the Formentera countryside
Can Eu is the private stylishly designed home of model Eugenia Silva, blending perfectly into the surrounding countryside of the village of La Mola, Formentera. The model called on the help of her architect friend Luis Galliussi to help design her vacation retreat. The house was designed from the classical architecture of its locale, comprised of square shapes that follow each other in […]
Fabulous villa on Bequia Island with jaw-dropping Caribbean views
Mangwana Villa is a private oasis with heavenly ocean views designed by Edgley Design, perched on a steep forested hillside on the island of Bequia in the Caribbean. The design of this six bedroom house is inspired by traditional Moroccan courtyard houses. A series intimate spaces are surrounded by water, which offers shelter from the elements during the day […]
Charming Spanish holiday home with simple, modern aesthetic
This fantastic holiday home has been designed like a stylish loft by Kotablue, located in Miño, a municipality in the Spanish province of A Coruña. The open plan interiors were to be simple and modern with materials of recovered wood, stone and iron. The designer team infused the home with warmth, creating a scheme where the home […]
Open plan London flat exhibits fresh industrial design elements
Nile Street Flat is a fascinating industrial style vacation rental that is located in Shoreditch, an inner city district in the historic East End of London, England, United Kingdom. Nile Street was originally a costume factory back in 1850, with something of its playful spirit still remaining in the home. Eight years ago the property […]
Modern barn style home makes perfect summer retreat in Kiev
Armadillo Summer House is a project carried out by Architectural Workshop Sergey Makhno, located in the beautiful countryside of Kiev, Ukraine. This 1,076 square foot (100 square meters) home is the perfect modern interpretation of the classic barn, used as a summer holiday escape in the wooded countryside. The small residence has been simply designed with the basic […]
House Tour: Beach Bungalow Makeover in Palm Beach
This completely stunning beach bungalow has received a complete modern makeover by New York-based Anna Burke Interiors, located in Palm Beach, Florida. The two bedroom 1930s cottage was in need of a major overhaul, after being purchased by a young Manhattan businessman who was looking for a charming vacation retreat on the beach. The designer took 60 days to […]