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I love the blend of traditional and contemporary styles in this beautiful Highlands fishing lodge designed by London-based Harriet Sale. Her layered aesthetic incorporates textures, patterns, and pieces with provenance, and really warm and liveable colours that add such a welcoming feel. A lodge with impeccable style.

Nicola Harding & Co. reimagined this historic 1800s Tuscan villa—originally a farmhouse—for modern family living. The four-bedroom main house became a family haven, with a private suite for the couple featuring its own living room. Two outbuildings were transformed into guest cottages, and a new pool house was added in the olive grove. Inspired by English design, craftsmanship, and the local landscape, the interiors reflect warmth, story, and a strong sense of place.

Fiona Duke Interiors transformed this Edwardian family home in Essex through a complete reconfiguration and extension of both floors. The design blends modern and vintage elements to create an elegant yet relaxed aesthetic that feels effortless. With a focus on authenticity and livability, the space was fully modernised and thoughtfully planned throughout, reflecting the studio’s belief that great interior design can positively impact how people feel in their homes.

Photography by Anna Stathaki.

On the edge of Dordogne, for sale fully restored chateau with swimming pool and guest house. The château nestles on the slopes of a small valley from which a cascade of ponds cascades down through the woods. The residence can be divided into three branches, those of a U shape. There is the dwelling, an East wing and a North wing, with a total living area of around 800sqm. The three-storey dwelling comprises two main buildings linked by an entrance porch. Its south-facing facade is flanked on the west by a round tower and a square, projecting tower. The staircase tower to the north is integrated into the facade. There are a total of 10 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. The main outbuilding is a dwelling known as The Petite grange with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. The second outbuilding is the swimming pool area with a 10 x 5 m pool, heated and treated by electrolysis (salt) as well as a large pool house with shower and wc. Other small roofs complete the outbuildings: a bread oven, located between the swimming pool and the dwelling, and a garden shed, built on the edge of the pond. The grounds cover an area of around 7 acres (2.85 hectares).
I am completely smitten with this chateau, particularly the layout and how pretty it looks from above, with the courtyard and it’s stonework. The interior is loaded with character too. For sale for €1,650,000 via Cabinet Le Nail.