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Paula Rombys Falkenstein of Freer Living restored Casa Freer, a century-old country home in Mallorca, with deep respect for its history and setting. Surrounded by orchards and the Serra de Tramuntana, the home embraces rustic authenticity. Antique and handcrafted pieces, celebrated for their patina and charm, were thoughtfully layered to let the house speak for itself—revealing warmth, permanence, and the quiet beauty of Mallorca’s rural landscape.

Clella Design approaches every project as a collaborative and personal experience, crafting spaces that reflect each client’s unique style. For Chickering Lane, a home in Nashville’s Oak Hill neighborhood, the studio transformed the home to align with a newly updated modern kitchen. Three bathrooms were completely renovated, the fireplace was given a fresh modern look, and each room was fully furnished, resulting in a cohesive, inviting home with a playful, distinctive personality.

Photography by Emily Dorio.

I am completely head over heels in love with this home on 27 acres along the banks of South Carolina’s Kiawah River, designed by architect Stanley Dixon and designer Tammy Connor. The owners of the land wanted the home to connect to nature and have a strong sense of history. I adore how it appears to have been added over time with connected buildings. The interior is spectacular – there’s somewhat of an ethereal quality in some of the spaces and materials such as lime-washed brick, heart pine flooring in 12-inch-wide planks, plaster walls, painted trim help tell the story. Photos: Eric Piasecki.

Just when I think homes that are the traditional side are more up my alley, I come across something cool and modernist like this Lake Claire, Atlanta home and I start to doubt my choices. I imagine buying a 1980s structure can be daunting and possibly limiting in design styles to ensure it doesn’t look out of place, but designer Krista Little Sharif of Hayes Little Studio created a super rad, whimsical and retro home here. Photos: Diwang Valdez.

Ashby Collective brought new life to a 1940s home in Austin’s Old Enfield neighbourhood with a respectful, detail-driven approach. Original trim and colorful encaustic tiles were preserved or re-created maintaining the home’s charm. A state-of-the-art kitchen and hidden pantry were seamlessly integrated. The result is a subtly modernized residence where old Austin character remains intact, complemented by playful vintage decor and a Gen X–focused art collection curated by the home’s creative owners.

Photography by Douglas Friedman.