Not your normal beach shack. I’m stalking a sophisticated, elegant yet relaxed home. A mature house that has allowed its owners to enjoy life simply and stylishly. And all this just a short stroll to the ocean and golf course if you can tear yourself away from the beautiful courtyards and garden. Good houses never grow old they just look for new owners and a new lease on life. Link here while it lasts.

“Come camping this weekend,” she said. “We put up a couple tents in the bottom paddock at the start of summer. Everyone just drops in. All very casual.” 

“I’d love to. Do you need me to bring anything? I have a sleeping bag.”

“No Jo. We’re pretty much set up. Just bring yourself… and maybe a couple of bottles of Australian red.”

East Sussex yurts via locations firm Wilde and Watson.

Bursting with colour and life and layers of texture. As hot as Brazilian design is these days Fernanda Marques produces work that is as cool as can be. A sophisticated, contemporary style with energy to burn.

More confection from French firm Camille Hermand Architectures. I can almost taste the citron on my tongue. Followed by a meringue. So sweet!

A sweet little piece of Parisian architectural candy. Ornate touches to the ceilings, old wooden floors and scrolly iron work on the balcony. Beautiful bones juxtaposed with midcentury and modern. Then bam! Colourful riot on the wall. A little pastille of perfection by Camille Hermand Architectures.