Named “Ses Portes Vermelles,” this house featuring exposed stone and beams was built in 1967 in the Sóller Valley on the island of Mallorca. Set on the historic lands of Binibassi and fully renovated a few years ago, this 329-square-meter finca enjoys a rare location. We discover it in a landscape designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the peaks of the Tramuntana Mountains in the…
This wooden house in the Netherlands, set in a private forest in Emst, Gelderland, is nestled in lush greenery. Here, you live surrounded by nearby oak trees, with squirrels as your neighbors. The large floor-to-ceiling windows bring the forest inside. You can eat or read facing the trees. You can enjoy the beauty of every season without necessarily having to go outside. In this house, you feel…
Trulli have become increasingly popular in recent years for their distinctive architecture. These cone-roofed structures, typical of the Itria Valley, embody a traditional way of living in stone homes. Villa Coki, nestled near Martina Franca, is a beautiful example of this, with its rustic-chic decor in this beautiful region of Puglia. Authentic Southern Italian architecture The thick…
Woodlands, in Portishead, Somerset, is a Victorian house built in the so-called “Greek” style, according to a local guide from 1855. It overlooks the Severn Estuary from an elevated position, with the Welsh coast in the background. What the understated façade does not reveal is the bold decorative style that reigns inside. A dialogue between two centuries The ground floor is organized around…
Foster House stands amidst the tall grasses of Romney Marsh in Kent. The house is located ten minutes from the sea and is surrounded by a bucolic landscape. It unfolds its vast spaces amidst nearly three hectares of gardens and meadows. This white-clad property draws inspiration from the New England style and exudes a sense of total serenity. Its seclusion and unique character offer a complete…
Perched at the tip of the Pen Llŷn peninsula, this small, renovated 80sqm Welsh cottage, built in the 19th century and listed as a historic building, faces Bardsey Island. Bryn Canaid was restored with a specific goal in mind: to rethink the layout without taking away its old-world charm. Stone, wood, white. Nothing else. The exterior sets the tone. An exposed stone facade on one…
La Torre Umbria, perched on the heights of Ponibbiale, is a house with stone vaults nestled in the Umbrian hills. Outside, century-old olive trees and fragrant undergrowth are part of the landscape. One is dazzled by this traditional stone house, where a glass tower, which gave it its name, contrasts with the traditional architecture. Its compact silhouette evokes the region’s fortified…
Throw open the windows. It’s often the first thing we do in spring, and it changes everything. The light streams in differently, rooms seem larger, and the urge to touch soft textiles returns almost immediately. At The White Company, this moment of transition has its own aesthetic: soft whites, natural materials, and an attention to detail that feels more like a lifestyle than just shopping. The…
With its flat roof and white facades, this authentic, modernized finca in Ibiza has been given a new lease on life thanks to a carefully executed renovation. With its combination of stone, wood, and light, the house embodies a Mediterranean dream come true on this Balearic island. The house has retained its charm intact. Its local architecture has been respected while adding modern comforts. It…
Perched on the hills above Agios Nikitas on the island of Lefkada in Greece, overlooking the Ionian Sea, this stunning contemporary home with a pool gazes out toward the distant horizon. Perched on a hill fragrant with pine trees, this home features an inverted layout, placing the living areas upstairs to better enjoy the ocean view. Large floor-to-ceiling windows frame a horizon that stretches…
