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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
Discover these entrancing Hawaiian hideaways on BoutiqueHomes… ECO LUXE LONGHOUSE, KOLOA, KAUAI Far away ocean and jungle views, rural silence and the relaxing spirit of aloha… Gently inhabiting its environment, this house offers the best of low impact, cool style and modern tropical living. LAVA FLOW HOUSE, PAHOA, BIG ISLAND Set within the ancient and […]
Sometimes, Eric and Jessica Bute imagine a magic-dusted time period in Palm Springs, when they might have been neighbors with Walt Disney, the Max Factor family or Chicago Cubs announcer Harry Caray. They have all owned homes in the Indian Canyons neighborhood, situated on the Indian Canyons Golf Course, a favorite of Frank Sinatra, Bob […]
The structural form of the cactus lends itself perfectly to white walls and simple lines. Here are some of our favorite spaces with a touch of cactus fever. HOLBOX ISLAND BUNGALOW, HOLBOX, MEXICO With its whitewashed walls and cool Tex-Mex vibe, this three-story house is a dreamy space. Pristine and relaxing, its rooftop terrace and […]
In 2001, Italy captured the heart of Barbara Biggs. That is when the Australian author, journalist and social change advocate wrote her first two books – in Rome, while living there for a year. She also met her Italian friends that she still keeps close. “I really loved the Italian people – they’re just so […]
Destination Puglia… the elegant heel in Italy’s boot. With its ancient towns, striking architecture, fields of olive trees and countless beaches, it’s a great part of the world to explore. Start with the crystal-clear waters and white sands of the Torre Guaceto nature reserve, and don’t miss the Grotte di Castellana, an extensive karst cave […]
When Jenny Armit came to Todos Santos 16 years ago for a week’s vacation, she had no idea she would fall in love with the small Mexican coastal town, much less that she would meet a pig there who changed her life. Today, Jenny, an accomplished British interior designer whose career has taken her all […]
Discover the Atlantic coast of the Iberian peninsula, Portugal – a glorious mix of history and culture, ancient cities and golden beaches. Start with this selection of Portuguese vacation rentals from our collection… CASAS CAIADAS, EVORA, ALENTEJO This cluster of ancient watermills lies in a largely undiscovered region of peaceful countryside. Named “Most Tasteful Renovation” […]
With so many ancient farmhouses in Puglia being converted into homes, it’s not all that surprising to find traditional farm tools decorating walls. But the Country House in Maruggio takes it to another level, with a huge variety of intriguingly-shaped implements lining shelves and hanging from every wall. It makes for an entertaining choice of […]
Explore the Croatian coastline, famed for its sapphire waters, sandy and pebbled beaches, and a myriad of small islands. Architecturally, it’s a feast of historical delights – with Venetian palaces, Napoleanic forts, Slavic churches and classical columns. And speaking of feasts, don’t forget to sample local wines and olive oils… Here is just a sample […]
We recently added a new A-frame home to the BoutiqueHomes collection, the 75 A Frame in Sausalito, near San Francisco. It’s a great space — a little Craftsman, a little mid-century — and flooded with natural light. There’s a dramatic oil painting that sits prominently in the living room. Curious to know more about it, […]
Cool stairs around the world… We don’t all love climbing them but when they look this good, it might be worth foregoing the elevator. CASA SOLO PEZO, ARAGON, SPAIN Follow the winding staircase… A fine-tuned sense of balance both vertically and horizontally integrates the interior and exterior spaces of this award-winning house. LA CASA PEQUENA, […]
Photographer Tommy Schuch worked for three years as manager at Far Meadow in California’s High Sierras, and while he was there he captured these dazzling images of the landscape. The image above was shot in the Back Meadow in the early morning. As he tells us, “This was late fall during a freezing morning as […]
Too cold outside for a swim? We’ve got you covered. Check out these indoor pools that are perfect for any season. VILLA ANTICO OLIVO, MARCHE, ITALY A beautiful and thoughtful preservation of structure and land has created a chic and inviting retreat. The ground-floor living area now includes a fun and unexpected indoor plunge pool with […]
A small country hotel in Portugal’s Algarve, Casa Modesta has nine guest rooms with private patios and hammocks, stunning rooftop terraces, and gardens full of fruit trees and vegetables. At first glance, it doesn’t look like it could possibly have been inspired by anyone’s grandfather. With its strong, clean lines and imposing design, it sits […]
Less is more. Keep it simple. Explore our collection of homes with minimalist architecture here on BoutiqueHomes. VILLA CARDO, PUGLIA, ITALY A place of simplicity and calm… The muted minimalist design complements the property’s pastoral landscapes, with a relaxed and inviting air of rustic sophistication and simple pleasures. MALLORCA VILLA, MALLORCA, SPAIN Zen and dreamlike… […]
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 […]
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