They usually say about such homes, ‘created for enjoying nature.’ The architects simply perfectly integrated the villa into the local landscape: a one-storey stone structure that does not exceed the height of trees, calm tones of the facade, merging with the colors of the vegetation, simple but beautiful lines. In addition, almost all rooms have…
The unique architecture of the complex, which houses this holiday apartment in Mexico, evokes associations with some exotic palace from fairy tales: cascades of arches, hidden courtyards, lush vegetation. Only modern black industrial-style windows give the building’s modern character. The interiors are also impressive: the stylish open space with beams is decorated with natural materials…
Pedraza is a small but very atmospheric medieval town with stone houses and a long history north of Madrid. There are practically no new buildings here, and the streets look as they did in the 13th century. It was here that the owners of this house decided to move and settle, after living in London…
This home in Mexico was originally designed as a weekend getaway rather than a permanent home. Therefore, the architect relied on communication and relaxation areas for a large company: hence the spacious kitchen, an abundance of sofa areas and secluded corners with tables and chairs. The house consists of three volumes with pitched roofs: the…
It seems like traditional stone villas in picturesque Italian villages will never go out of style. Their magnificent appearance, wooden beams, stone walls, and massive pieces of furniture with history cannot leave indifferent all admirers of classical European aesthetics. Today we have just such a home – a delightful villa in Tuscany designed by Matos…
The living and dining room in this Spanish house is truly unique. The space is enclosed between rows of tall windows, which allows the light to literally penetrate the room. This is what prompted the designer to create airy romantic interiors with touches of vintage. The home is surrounded on all sides by the garden,…
This stone cottage near Madrid was built in 1930 as the central post office for a local village, but recently it was bought into private ownership and needed urgent reconstruction. With the help of the architect Alberta Ribera, the new owners not only restored some original architectural elements of the house, but also filled the…
The owner of this cottage, a New York restaurateur, moved to England with his wife in 2011. First, they settled in London, and then began to look for a small cozy house for the weekend. One deay they came across this idyllic 1919 cottage in the Cotswold, 150 km from the capital. In such a…
For some, paradise is white beaches and palm trees, for others, the best place on Earth means a secluded and calm home at the foot of the mountains, where you can recharge your thoughts and strength. The owners of this wonderful house made of wood and stone in Spain belong to the latter category –…
This stone house in Girona, Spain got a completely different life thanks to the new owners. A modern building was added to the original building, thereby expanding the total area. Modern design is combined here with ancient stones, and this combination makes a strong impression. One of the most spectacular rooms is the kitchen, which,…
