Not sure you can handle the daunting task of owning a castle? How about an apartment in one? (I know this is more of a manor house than a castle but it might as well be a castle given the photo above). You get the best of both worlds – living in something so gloriously historic and expansive on the outside but having a bit more manageable space on the inside. And unlike most castle/apartment conversions I’ve seen this one has SO MUCH incredible original details. Located in West Sussex, England, this has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, Read More ..read more

It’s like I say week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. Casa Valle by Studio Gaincarlo Valle. Photography by Clement Pascal ..read more

“A city pied-a-terre situated in a beautiful and historic Edwardian building, overlooking lush gardens with a backdrop of Table Mountain. A pale envelope showcases a collection of antiques and textiles.” Victoria Court by Cape Town-based interior design firm Gregory Mellor Design. Photography by Elsa Young ..read more

Designed for longevity, this resilient garden harmonizes with its surroundings. Concrete, blackbutt timber and rusted steel extend into the landscape, blending seamlessly with the bushland beyond. A refined planting palette adds seasonal interest, texture and subtle colour. Shoreham by Melbourne-based Plume Studio. Photography by Derek Swalwell ..read more

If Alfredo Parades‘ Long Island mansion wasn’t fabulous enough, prepare yourself! This is his Shelter Island weekend house and it is everything you could want for chilling out on weekends. It started off as a small 1870s Victorian cottage and was added on to over the years. Alfredo took on the restoration work in an attempt to enhance it’s original features and the historic aesthetic. It is bright and airy, with beach vibes and tons of vintage touches that make it casual and inviting. Photos: Bjorn Wallander ..read more

The Locust Valley, Long Island home of designer Alfredo Parades is an absolute beauty. Built in 1929 and filled with original architecture, it has Ralph Lauren vibes (he was Chief Creative Officer for Ralph Lauren Home for 33 years) and despite being a mansion, is as cozy as can be. That great room with wood-clad barrel vaulted ceiling is soooo dreamy. Timeless with a touch of elegeance alongside a touch of ranch. Photos: Noe DeWitt ..read more

Spring Hill Residence, a heritage-listed home near Brisbane City, underwent a meticulous restoration with interiors driven by Samantha Leigh, reviving its federation-era charm. The design preserves historic elements like pewter and antique brass hardware, arched interiors and seamless transitions between checked marble and timber flooring. Hand-painted joinery, lime plaster walls and a curated mix of vintage and modern furnishings create a rich dialogue between past and present. Photography by Dave Wheeler ..read more

A once-dated layout was reimagined into an open, airy retreat, eliminating hallways and transforming the courtyard into a dynamic outdoor room. Three beautifully designed suites, including a striking bunk-room studio, maximize ocean views, allowing natural light to stream in. Stinson Beach house by Oakland-based Redmond Aldritch Design in collaboration with Eichler Davies, Scott Lewis Landscape Architecture and MatPel Builders. Photography by Matthew Millman ..read more

Cottage living in the country but make it elevated. This stunning home in Hailburton, Ontario is soooo beautiful and despite my love of colour, it is truly relaxing and easy on the eyes with all of the neutral tones and woods used throughout. As a getaway from the craziness of the city it is the perfect palette. So many wonderful textures too – stone walls in the living room and kitchen, raffia walls and seagrass pendants in the dining room, white oak walls and ceilings… Designed by Allison Willson. Photos: Patrick Billier ..read more

This decoration project was for a repeat client with a charming ancient stone cottage in Wiltshire. They had done a renovation on the cottage several years before we met, but always felt that it was lacking in character and energy. So the brief was to bring energy and colour into the house without making any changes that would require building work. Since the house was already fully furnished, we focused on recovering all of the clients’ existing furniture and redecorating the walls. Newly added finishing touches like lamps, shades and cushions brought the schemes together. Looking at the fini ..read more