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Situated near Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper in Milan, the apartment of Felizia Berchtold and Oskar Kohnen (of London/Milan based interior, architecture, and design studio Tutto Bene) combines historical significance with modern design. Set within a former Visconti palazzo, it serves as both a creative retreat and a pied-à-terre, shaped by the designers’ lives between Milan and London. The space revolves around a central garden room, awash with natural light. Here, original terrazzo flooring and plasterwork form a canvas upon which curated collectables interact in ever-changing compositions. At its core rests a black Kubus, a movable fabric-panelled cabinet inspired by Malevich’s Black Square, blending modern abstraction with historic surroundings. A shrine-like silver-leaf kitchen and a chrome-and-rosewood table enhance the rhythm of daily life with functional simplicity. The surrounding terrace, with its century-old wisteria and palm trees, infuses the interior with shades of green, creating a seamless connection between interior and exterior.
I cannot think of a cooler way to spend time in Milan than this perfect little apartment. It is simple and effortlessly chic and that insanely gorgeous terrazzo floor is giving me heart palpitations. Photos: Ludovic Balay.

Creating harmony between nature and architecture. Rusty Corten steel planters filled with lush ferns and trailing Muehlenbeckia. Slender multi stem Himalayan birches standing tall, against shou-sugiban cladded side extension and dark charcoal clay pavers. A blend of textures and green tones bringing life to the space.
There’s something about exposed brick and blackened wood and modern-vibe pavers that really just hit the spot. Absolutely love this small backyard courtyard garden space designed by East London Garden Design. Photos: Rachel Oates

At the end of a long and winding driveway through the forest, White Rock is perched above a steep rocky incline overlooking the north bank of the Gaspereau River Valley. White Rock was designed as an escape – not in the traditional sense of a cottage but as an opportunity for solitude high above the valley floor with expansive views above the tree line. The simple form with deliberate, carefully positioned openings is inspired by traditional hunting cabins and duck blinds hidden in the dense forest. The bedrooms are both minimal and raw – lined entirely in smoked oak with raw steel shelving and wall-mounted industrial light fixtures. The bathroom is restrained, lined in a gray terracotta tile with simple stainless steel fixtures to accompany the stainless steel wall-mounted vanity. A full wall of glazing blurs the line between interior and exterior, creating the illusion of showering completely submersed in the surrounding forest. the second floor is expansive and bright. A massive window set within a large cantilevered corten steel hoop wraps the southeast corner, with raw steel benches to sit and take in the view. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the east wall with an antique Arne Norell lounge chair and furniture by Luca Nichetto and Montauk creating a spectacular setting for one or a small group. Along the west wall, the kitchen is composed of a simple series of protruding stainless steel shelves and a bank of stainless steel millwork. A corten steel roof hatch provides access to the rooftop, providing a secluded respite for dining and resting amongst a collection of Japanese maple trees with views across the tree canopy of the Gaspereau Valley below.
This house is spectacular. Moody and restrained, majestically capturing the beauty of the landscape. How could you not relax when retreating here? By Omar Ghandi Architects. Photos: Ema Peter Photography.

There’s something about a mostly black and white interior, particularly when done with an old world feel, that makes my heart skip a beat. This Tudor home in Atlanta was revitalized by D Stanley Dixon Architect by keeping the authenticity and channelling Cotswolds vibes, whilst interior designer Amy Morris added shades of ebony and creamy whites, rich dark wood, touches of black and unlacquered brass. It’s bright yet has quite a mood and a sense of drama. I could not love this more. Photos: Simon Upton.

There I said it. Actually, knotty pine is not just fine it’s fabulous. Take an interesting 70s home, play to its strengths and celebrate the wooden interiors. Add only touches of black and white, streamline the furnishings and BAM! you have a stylish country getaway without bringing out the can of white paint. Belleayre A-Frame in Highmont, NY by BHDM.

Photography by Tim Williams.