Amsterdam interior designers Joyce Urbanus and Dax Roll, partners in life and design, are known as ‘Nicemakers’. And nice does not begin to describe their spaces. Functional and liveable, but high on style and thoughtfully curated. I featured a kitchen below a few years ago but the photos were too small to do it justice so another peak was in order. It’s a stunner.

Back in November Jo featured this kitchen by New York based design firm Studio Dearborn, and titled the post “Everything and the kitchen sink”. That title was spot-on because Sarah Robertson’s attention to detail, especially when it comes to kitchens, is EVERYTHING. There is a spot for every item you could possibly need, and more. So I thought I’d share a glimpse into another kitchen she designed, along with some other spaces that caught my eye.

The older I get the more I find myself appreciated classic furniture, whether it be mid-century, art deco or more traditional. This home (of actress Jordana Brewster) in Los Angeles was designed by Chiara de Rege and most of the shopping for the items was done in the home of Jordana’s parents (you can read more about that in this Architectural Digest feature). Who clearly have fabulous taste. I love how the traditional pieces in their surroundings give off a bit of an edgy, youthful vibe.

Photos: Douglas Friedman

Amid the hills and forest of Ibiza lies a newly built white-washed villa that exudes comfort and is understatedly luxurious. Designed by South African La Grange Interiors, this modern finca is a magical escape for an urban couple with a neutral palette and an incredibly beautiful exterior. (Photos: Elsa Young)

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From me: I managed to get all the cats in a photo without even trying. This is snack time at my house. And semi-feral Frankie loves weekends laying in bed, even if I’m there.