Displaying posts from April, 2025

I’m going a little off-the-beaten-path with this traditional Spanish Colonial chapel in Corpus Christi by Mohon. And that sweet little stone and marble situation in the bathroom was worthy of this being featured. Photos: Lisa Romerein.

A historic pleasure palace from the Second Empire surrounded by a 40-hectare estate with 27 hectares of woods and an immense pond. The property, located in the southwest of the Yonne department, not far from the Morvan Regional Natural Park, spans across several different towns. Built in 1830, the property was originally a hunting lodge. The chateau is made up of a main building flanked by two pavilions at either end, facing the semi-circular courtyard. There are 10 bedrooms, a caretaker’s cottage, original stone fountain, a restored ancient glass conservatory, two orangeries (approx 48 m² and one is heated), 2 garages, a stable and an annexe dwelling.
I’m completely smitten. This is PERFECT. And the price is reasonable too @ €1,150,000, via Patrice Besse.

It’s like I say week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. PH Digital Workspace, Auckland by Studio 11:11.

Photography by Thomas Seear-budd.

This project holds special meaning for Hampshire-based Vaughan as it is their own family home. Quirky, imperfect and full of personality, the house is a continual work in progress. While the structure existed it has been thoughtfully renovated over time. With young children, the evolving needs of daily life informed their design choices, bringing joy in creating a home that grows and adapts over time.

This residential development comprises two identical beach houses with centralised living areas that connect to terraced decks and a pool. Separate sleeping wings provide privacy and flexible living arrangements. Both dwellings feature distinct blade wall articulations that define entry points, enhance privacy, frame views, and create secluded courtyard spaces. The robust material palette is textured and low-maintenance, while passive solar design, double masonry walls, concrete floors, and operable openings ensure excellent thermal performance and natural ventilation. Portsea Houses by Folk Architects.

Photography by Lillie Thompson.