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After some random searches I ended up finding this House & Garden article that was from 2001 featuring what was once the Provence farmhouse of Maxime de la Falaise and Sarah St George, and I had to share because ah mah gawddddd. This home has such a brightness, and lovely features such as the tilework throughout, lots of sunflower-yellow walls, large fireplace in the dining area, beautiful textiles in every room and WOW – the sitting room used to be a barn! I am absolutely in love with the stained glass marquise hung over the stove. Storing that one away in my inspiration folder (but as if I could find one in the wild). Photos: Tim Clinch.

It’s like I say week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. PG Art Gallery Istanbul by SANAYI313.

In the heart of London’s Minet Estate Conservation Area, a Victorian maisonette underwent a transformative collaboration between Nimtim Architects and their clients, resulting in a harmonious oasis in the city. The owners wanted the home to feel open and connected but not cavernous. The upper floor boasts a master suite with bespoke features and garden-facing views. Nimtim ingeniously designed a discrete guest annexe with a separate entrance. Generous rear openings frame the secluded garden, maintaining the original stock-brick wall’s charm. Natural elements like Douglas fir and soft plaster create a timeless backdrop for the clients’ art and books. The garden, a lush haven, offers defined moments amid ornamental grasses and a wildlife pond, a serene retreat in the midst of urban life.

Filtered Frame Dock by Matt Fajkus Architecture (MF Architecture) has been crafted as an integral part of the site, sitting at the base of a steep, narrow area, connecting land, water, and sky. It’s designed to offer a perfect blend of sun and shade, adjusting with the seasons. The roof, made of mild steel, is strategically angled to offer scenic views while managing sunlight exposure. Perforated stainless steel screens provide structural support while filtering light and breezes. Using durable materials like hardwood and steel, the dock creates a sensory experience, blending seamlessly with the natural environment’s warm tones.

Photography by Charles Davis Smith and Leonid Furmansky

The best of Australian home design is about the seamless integration of inside and out … oh and al fresco living. Given the chance most of us Aussies would rather spend time living in our outside rooms than in. Today’s garden is a masterful expression of the Australian sentiment by Melbourne landscape designers Eckersley Garden Architecture. You’ll either find me in the outdoor kitchen or perhaps just sitting on the stairs drinking in the lush greenery.

Photography byTom Blachford