In Carvalhal, this sand-colored house with its natural decor overlooks a garden with a pool. With its simple, warm elegance, Villa Sandstone blends seamlessly into the rugged landscape of the Portuguese coast. The house’s architecture consists of separate spaces, allowing everyone to live at their own pace. You move between the areas as if in a small private village. The sea can be glimpsed in…
When the entryway opens directly into the living room, the boundaries can quickly become blurred. However, a few clever choices are all it takes to create a distinct entry area without building a partition. The idea is to suggest a visual separation while maintaining light and flow. Every element then plays a specific role, from the floor to the walls, including the furniture. You create…
In this modern apartment, every design choice follows a simple logic. The owner, a young programmer, wanted a space that was easy to live in and practical. The designers therefore created a minimalist interior where colors, lines, and storage solutions come together to form a discreet yet characterful decor. In this 55sqm one-bedroom apartment, it all starts with a simple idea: simplifying life.…
In Nacka, this historic house with a lime-green facade, named Björknäs, proudly displays its construction date on the facade. Designed by Karl Blomqvist, its owner and architect, it was built in 1909. From the outside, you immediately notice that it is open to the garden with its generous windows. They create a constant connection between the interior and the landscape. A tour of the…
This 18sqm French tiny house proves that a small space can offer great comfort. Skeptics of tiny house living might quickly change their minds when they see “L'Indépendante,” a well-designed model. It features a single-level layout, which is reassuring for people of all ages. Here, there are no stairs or a loft, everything is on a single level. The layout prioritizes easy movement between…
Perched at the very top of an early 20th-century Modernist building, this rooftop apartment with a terrace in Barcelona offers a contemporary living experience. Decorated by Homecelona, and for rent on its website, it enjoys a prime location, just a short walk from the city center’s iconic landmarks. Near the Gothic Quarter, the iconic Passeig de Gràcia, and Plaça de Catalunya, it also boasts a…
Perched on a hill, this 29sqm studio, is bathed in light and is a model of efficient layout. Its brightness, period details, and clever layout create a pleasant living environment. It is located in a functionalist building from the 1940s in Stockholm. Its corner location allows two large windows to flood every square meter with light. The sense of space is genuine thanks to its efficient layout.…
In Deal, Kent, this small 41sqm Victorian house, spread over three levels, is located near the coast and the beaches. Combining old-world charm with clever design, it offers a peaceful living environment just steps from the sea. Listed as a historic monument and built in the 19th century, it has retained its original details. The spaces are compact, but each area is thoughtfully designed.…
This solar-powered tiny house, sold for under €15,000 on Amazon, is customizable and ready to move into. This type of housing is no longer unusual. Its price, however, certainly is. This model available on Amazon catches the eye with its simple lines and large, light-filled windows. The floor-to-ceiling windows create an amazing sense of space despite the limited floor area. The result is a…
In the heart of Lecce, this designer apartment in a historic palace reimagines the space with controlled boldness. Behind a classical façade, the apartment reveals a stunning interior. It harmonizes with the beauty of the historic architecture while embracing a contemporary approach to design. It is a space that demonstrates how the dialogue between eras can be both subtle and…
