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“Rem­i­nis­cent of sum­mers spent abroad this gar­den is an exer­cise in relaxed, resort-style liv­ing while remain­ing prac­ti­cal for every­day use.”

It’s almost like being transported to Portofino complete with cave-like grotto now stylish outdoor room for lounging. It’s chic and fun and just a little frivolous. Boulder House gardens by Sydney landscape architects Wyer & Co.

Photography by Anson Smart

I’m looking for garden inspiration at the moment and this stone fire pit anchored by a water feature is just what I’m looking for. The old weathered stone softened by lush informal greenery and the stillness of the water broken only by goldfish draws you down into this quiet spot in the garden. Uneven terrain is levelled by decking punctuated by cutouts for the growing trees. Calm, quiet, serene. Bondi garden by Spirit Level.

Whether you call it a cottage or think it’s just a bit more substantial doesn’t matter. What really matters is the masterful design. A little masculine and oh so stylish I love the layering of texture and textiles. It’s warm and welcoming, chic and classic. Clearwater Cove Cottage by Birmingham, Alabama based Andrew Brown Interiors.

Yesterday I found myself down a rabbit hole of castles for sale and spotted this beauty in Bouquetot, Normandy. The landscaping is exquisite, and for a change the interior is actually quite beautifully decorated. Now if I could just come up with the 2 300 000 € to make this 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5654 ft² château of my dreams mine… (For sale via Belle Demeures)

I could totally get behind barn living if it looked like this. Hubert Zandberg tackled the design of this contemporary barn renovation in Buckinghamshire and the bucolic setting and details of the architecture really add character and make this home so welcoming and relaxed.