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IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS…
SUNSHINE AND GOLD: YELLOW HUES AND POSITIVE VIBES
CONVERSATION WITH JENNY ARMIT
CASA MODESTA: INSPIRED BY THE CHAMPION
HATARI: A UNIQUE SAFARI DESTINATION
VERANA AS FITZCARRALDO
ADVENTURES IN CORSICA, SORRENTO AND CAPRI
We recently heard from the owners of Estudio Do Oc in Evora, Portugal, that they had started a new business – or, rather, resurrected an ancient business. The Reguengos de Monsaraz region of Portugal is known for its beautiful woven blankets (once used by local shepherds to protect themselves from the cold), and when Renato […]
Have you ever noticed that everything tastes better outside? In fact, we are told, eating outdoors can be remarkably good for your health. Have a picnic, or gather round a table with a gorgeous view. Choose as green a spot as possible, away from the noise and bustle of the big city. Studies have shown […]
When we first saw the kitchen at N’orma, a beautifully restored baglio in Sicily, we were really intrigued. With its mezzanine floor, ancient underfloor piping and the curious tools decorating its walls, this was clearly no ordinary room. So we asked owner and interior designer Andreina Iebole to walk us through its history and transformation. […]
Verana is Heinz and Vero’s Fitzcarraldo. What is Fitzcarraldo? “Fitzcarraldo is an image that somehow becomes lodged deep in your brain—maybe washed there by a dream, or smuggled inside a book, or planted during a casual conversation—which then grows into a wild and impractical vision that keeps scrambling back and forth in your head like […]
Head for the Pacific and soak up the California coast… SADDLE PEAK, TOPANGA Nestled high above the Pacific on a secluded peak of the Santa Monica mountains, this meticulously crafted home is a study in light, texture and sublime geometry. CASE STUDY HOUSE 26, SAN RAFAEL Architect Beverley Thorne’s masterfully crafted home represents the golden […]
Escape to the California desert… SUENO SAGRADO, PIONEERTOWN This off-grid getaway in Pioneertown is folded into its natural surroundings, enveloped in sandy hues and sheets of California sunshine. MERCHANT HOUSE, MORONGO VALLEY Located on five acres of untouched land, this house is a creative getaway with an ever-evolving rotation of unique curated pieces, inviting guests […]
Get off the beaten track in the Golden State with these great escapes in California backcountry. RIVER WILLOW, KERNVILLE Perched high on riverbank boulders, with incredible views of the rugged Greenhorn Mountains and the Kern River babbling at your doorstep, this lovely cabin in the Sequoia area of Kernville is a private and idyllic oasis. […]
Lands of liquid gold… Explore the world’s famous olive-growing regions, stay a few nights among the olive groves, sample the local fare — and bring home a few bottles of olive oil to remind you of your stay. OLIVE GROVE, ZIZANJ ISLAND, CROATIA Inhabiting the entire southern tip of an island in Croatia, this private […]
When restaurateur and sommelier Vincenzo Madaro was redesigning Casina Trovanza, his former family home near the National Parco delle Gravine in Puglia, he wanted to retain as much of the original masseria as possible. The goal was to bring ancient designs and materials back to life but give them a modern twist. One of the […]
Looking for destinations with yoga retreats? Why not create your own at one of these exotic locations? RIAD HOTEL, MARRAKESH, MOROCCO This boutique hotel has an effortlessly indulgent feel. A traditional Moroccan riad, it has been converted into seven rooms and suites that can be rented individually or together for retreats and workshops. 16TULUM, TULUM, […]
Villa CP in Catalonia was recently restored by Barcelona-based Zest Architecture, taking a secluded farmhouse and updating it into a dramatic but sustainable modern family home. It’s the details that really caught our attention, including the rusted corten steel doors opening into the garden that complement the textures and shades of the local slate exterior. […]
Bring the kids to these family-friendly vacation home rentals that don’t compromise on style. MARTAK PASSIVE HOUSE, LOVELAND, COLORADO This home’s design is ideal for families who are looking to spend quality time in a beautiful setting. The small loft features a net bed, giving kids a place to nest. CASA 1413, CATALONIA, SPAIN A […]
Head east out of Los Angeles and before long you’ll hit the arid landscape of the California high desert. It is seductive terrain, increasingly popular with Angelenos looking to escape the big city as well as international travelers wanting to experience a little Wild West cool. And it’s there, in the Morongo Valley, en route […]
Looking for a Brazilian vacation home rental? Here are some great places to start. ITAPOROROCA BEACH HOUSE, TRANCOSO, BAHIA A tropical setting with ocean breezes. Perched on a bluff above Itapororoca Beach, with gorgeous views over the Atlantic, this beach house in Trancoso has a lived-in and loved feel. CASA LOLA, TRANCOSO, BAHIA A bohemian […]
As one of the world’s architectural luminaries, Frank Lloyd Wright left his mark on American architecture with his stylish but straightforward concept of Usonian design, and this holiday home in Michigan presents a rare opportunity to call one your own — at least for a few nights. We love the mixture of original Lloyd Wright […]
A-Frame cabins and other angles we love… PAN TREE TOP CABINS, GJESÅSSJØEN, NORWAY Groundbreaking architecture in breathtaking nature… Majestic, almost otherworldly A-frames on stilts, standing firm among the swaying trees of the boreal Finnskogen, the forest of the Finns, these cabins were described by French Vogue as “the perfect nature refuge”. SUMAVA COTTAGES, KLATOVY, CZECH […]
It’s easy to fall for Andrew Trotter’s designs. In his architectural work throughout Italy, he breathes new life into ancient properties while also preserving their historical integrity, striking a great balance between tradition and innovation. The latest of his homes to join our collection is the bright and dynamic Villa Cardo in Carovigno, and that’s […]
Homes nestled in pristine nature near national parks. MAREK HOUSE, LUBLIN, POLAND In dialogue with nature… This architectural treasure lies at the edge of the Krzczonowski Natural Park. Surrounded by forests, meadows and streams, it’s the perfect rural getaway with bike paths, trails and woodlands to explore. WILLIAM WILEY HOUSE, JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA Overlooking the […]
Hatari is a Tanzanian safari destination that combines two remarkable experiences. First, under the gaze of the shiny glaciers of Mount Kilimanjaro and the treacherous peaks of dormant volcano Mount Meru, Hatari Lodge is where Hollywood history, African design and a parade of colorful creatures all come together. A short drive away you’ll find the […]
More dream destinations for the new year as chosen by the BoutiqueHomes team. Creative editor Mariana’s picks for the coming year include two architectural gems in Oaxaca, Mexico. Discover why she chose them below. CASA ORGULLOSA, OAXACA, MEXICO “Oaxaca is one of my favorite cities in Mexico, and I have always been a fan of […]
Casa Luum lies at the end of an old dirt road in a nature reserve in Faro, Portugal, the milky whites of its walls blending smoothly into the progressive blue of the sky. The large plot that the villa sits on once housed a ruin that was left to nature. Hundreds of olive trees and […]
Explore part two of our team picks for new adventures in 2020. BoutiqueHomes founder and site curator Veronique has chosen a ethereal mid-century home in New York state and a cool glamping estate in Sicily. Find out why in her comments below. GERALD LUSS HOUSE, OSSINING, NEW YORK “A mid-century gem in the woods. I […]
Artist Ricky Lee Gordon has traveled the world, but it’s Sri Lanka that he has chosen as home. It’s there, in an old fisherman’s hut under a Bodhi tree, that the South African native has designed a creative space for himself that he also opens to other artists. Known for his large-scale murals across the […]
We asked our team to create a travel wish list for the new year, and here are some of their suggestions. Our editor (and nomad at heart) Mary has chosen two destinations on the legendary Tanzanian safari circuit, plus an oasis in the Balinese jungle. To find out why, read her comments below. HATARI: SHU’MATA […]
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