Annie Brahler of EuroTrash took an already glamorous home in Naples, Florida and worked her magic to bring glam throughout the interior. The staircase was giving Cheesecake Factory vibes, and is now curvy in the right places with a brass and matte black railing of iron florets and acanthus leaves – and that chandelier! The formal dining room was inspired by the drawing room walls in the Paris home of the late Yves Saint Laurent (hand painted by Olga Saldivar). The kitchen sparkles, drenched in green, white and brass. A fabulously and decidedly masculine work space for the mister looking very Ralph Lauren. The primary suite is a blast from old Florida past, swathed in the prettiest of pinks with a reupholstered Milo Baughman sofa. Then there’s the Chinoiserie bedroom….. Photos: Björn Wallander.

Not a château, but this maison de maître/bourgeois home built in 1906 in Perche, France is so full of character and elegance and grandeur (but on a totally manageable scale) I had to share. I don’t even care that the owners couldn’t have been bothered to remove the pile of crap on the dining table (big pet peeve of mine). It has 3 bedrooms on the first floor, 3 more on the second, a cellar under the entire home, a workshop, a courtyard, an outbuilding, and in the garden is a henhouse with an old dovecote. At the back of the home is green space of 2048m2. And it is €675,000 via Les Belles Maisons.

After years of neglect and poorly conceived remodels, a 1920s residence in New Jersey’s pastoral Horse Country required a full gut. The interior was conceived to be true to the home’s original period but mindful of modern lifestyles. This involved designing all of the interior architecture including moldings, fireplaces, baths and kitchen, even relocating a staircase. The home was then outfitted with comfortable furnishings in keeping with its country setting.
Horse country? I’m already won over. This home though is the icing on the cake in a setting like that, with it’s casual sophistication and touches of elegance and at the same time utilitarianism. Is there a doorway that fits a horse though…. Design: Michael Aiduss Studio; Photos: Ellen McDermott; Styling: Anthony Santelli.

I am smitten with this country home in Gent, Belgium designed by Joris Van Apers. The rustic charm, the use of colours and textured walls, that kitchen is a DREAM and I want stone floors, particularly in the kitchen, more than anything. Rustic and timeworn wins out with me 100% of the time. Photos: Michael Paul Photography.

Canyon Estate is a stunning example of blending traditional architecture with modern, bold design. Set against the backdrop of the Hollywood Hills, the home features rich, saturated tones, layered textures, and a curated mix of antiques with contemporary pieces. Expansive views and high-end finishes offer a luxurious yet lived-in feel. Each room honors the home’s architectural heritage, while the design’s modern touches bring a fresh, sophisticated edge, creating a space that feels both timeless and striking. Balancing old-world charm with modern elements, the design creates a unique sensorial experience. The juxtaposition of classic details and sleek, contemporary furnishings results in an inviting home that’s as functional as it is refined. Canyon Estate showcases a harmonious relationship between past and present, creating a residence that’s moody yet effortlessly elegant.
This sort of dark and moody vibe has been something I’ve been drawn to since forever. It has an edge and an elegance that’s understated and so calming. I adore this. Another gem by designer Sarah Solis. Architect: Robert Huddy; Photos: Michael Clifford.