This renovated trullo in Puglia is Trullo Falco. Perched in the hamlet of Laureto between Fasano and Locorotondo, it still features its distinctive white limestone domes. Nestled among centuries-old olive trees, it reflects the southern light off its white walls and the water of the pool. A well-balanced Mediterranean simplicity inside The living room and dining room occupy the heart of the…
Looe is one of those charming seaside towns that line the coast of Cornwall. Nestled on a hillside, Harbour House is a Victorian home overlooking the bay overlooking the harbor. The white façade with its projecting bow windows, the sky-blue front door, and the terraced gardens all contribute to the charm of this historic building. Add to that rustic-chic decor, a private terrace facing the…
In the heart of the Penedès region, 35 minutes from Barcelona, this 18th-century Catalan farmhouse stands amidst 30 hectares of biodynamic vineyards. Professionals oversaw the renovation of Mas Grimosach while preserving what gives it its soul: its authentic architecture, its old stone walls, and its beams. Respect for the raw stone architecture There has been no radical change to the house’s…
In the wine-growing village of Sant Cugat Sesgarrigues, forty minutes from Barcelona, a 19th-century Catalan village house has been renovated by designers. Behind its classic façade, Casa Maltesa hides an interior with rustic-chic decor and a sunny patio. An identity born from a detail The house’s name comes from a hand-carved ornament. On the second flight of the interior staircase, a small…
On the greenest of the Cyclades islands, this minimalist house on the island of Andros was built among fig trees and thousand-year-old olive trees. It is called Riza, which means “root” in Greek. Villa Riza was born from a family project: three sister houses spread across the same estate, at different elevations. It occupies the lower part of the property, closest to the stream and the citrus…
First, you have to climb. The road winds its way up through cork oaks and olive trees, passes through a nature reserve, and opens onto a plateau where the sky stretches out wide. It is there, on a hill above Loulé and São Brás de Alportel in the Algarve, that Monte da Palmeira stands. This Portuguese country house with a pool is a rural retreat full of lovely things. The story of Monte da…
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…
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…
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…
In the village of Uggiano la Chiesa, this historic townhouse in Puglia has been renovated with respect for its past. This project, designed by Maj-La Pizzelli in collaboration with architect Lucia Cataldi, captures the essence of Puglia. The vaulted spaces are prominent, and the neutral color palette lets the limestone, terrazzo, and waxed floors take center stage. The result is a simple…
