Many of the homes I feature in Sundays I am head over heels in love with but this one is so….achievable and perfectly sized and aged and full of character across every inch. 315m2 of living space that includes 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, stone spiral staircase in the original tower, several fireplaces, library, 12-seat cinema room, dining area with a wine cellar below, secluded garden and a bonus: attached to the property is a second little house to renovate (subject to necessary permissions), with access to a large covered terrace on the first floor used as an outdoor games area. And this home is listed via Prestige Property Group @ €458,450. I am DEAD.

L’Étoile des Baux is one of the homes forming Iconic House, that combines the best of the hotel industry and holiday rentals for the ultra-luxury market. Located in the heart of the Alpilles in Provence, this former farmhouse is absolutely stunning, with some spaces built into the surrounding rock which makes this so unique and brings art and nature together in an exquisite way. It makes for a spectacular vacation rental for a large gathering spread over 650 m2 with 8 ensuite rooms, 8 bathrooms, outdoor theatre, cinema, heated pool, gym and yoga studio and an artist’s studio. Designed by Joséphine Fossey.

The penthouse, located in a typical Parisian 8th arrondissement structure, was totally transformed by connecting a floor of “chambres de bonnes” or attic rooms with the existing apartment below, by means of a fluid plaster-clad staircase that provides a luminous passage between residential and private areas. Distinctive Haussmannian details were interpreted in a more modern way: bleached “pointe de Hongrie” oak floors, open perspectives between the spaces, plaster moldings and detailing, a glass-partitioned “atelier d’artiste”. On both levels outside views are emphasized and stretch from the Arc de Triomphe & the Eiffel Tower to Montmartre. The architecture remains sober and timeless, allowing the owners’ breathtaking art & design collection to add color to the rooms. A mesmerizing mix of African elements by Maison Intègre and more cutting-edge pieces by Van Severen, Paulin and Charpin complement vintage Gino Sarfatti & Paavo Tynell fixtures and Sheila Hicks tapestries. Many rooms feature bespoke designs by Hélène Van Marcke’s studio, including desks, sofas and a custom headboard with Sam Kasten hand-woven upholstering.
A perfect blend of elegance and minimalism to not distract from the monumental views of Paris. Also throw in a Flos Zeppelin chandelier and I’m smitten. Another beauty designed by Hélène Van Marcke. Photos: Cafeïne.

Once in a blue moon an apartment directly overlooking the prestigious Parc Monceau comes on the market! The Parc Monceau clients jumped on the occasion, even if they had to trade in their spacious Haussmannien apartment for a series of quirky spaces. Located on the upper floors of a wonderful “hotel particulier” overlooking the park, this project was a real puzzle! In the end we managed to structurally open it up so much that now the light even flows in the darkest corners of this home. None of the authentic architectural elements survived the previous renovations, but the uncovering of the beautiful “violin” structures of the windows was poetic enough to inspire us throughout this whole process.
The exterior of this residence is everything you could want in Paris architecture, and the interior is indeed quirky but the uniqueness and those photo-worthy windows really makes this apartment stand out. Designed by Hélène Van Marcke. Photos: Cafeïne.

French interior and product designer Pierre Gonalons lives in an absolutely spectacular home in Île-de-France. Architectural details like I’ve never seen, some punchy colours, tiles that appear original (*gasp*), arched double doors and windows, and a collection of unique furnishings that give this a bit of an art gallery vibe. I am really digging this space. Photos I think by Stephan Julliard.