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Interior designer Charlotte Boundy found this white-walled 3 bedroom terrace in the West London suburb of Shepherd’s Bush a couple of years ago and slathered it in layers and some really pretty colours and wallpaper (F&B’s Joa’s White, London Stone, Reddish Brown, Setting Plaster, ‘Bengali’ by Braquenié) and turned it into the most relaxing, inviting and incredibly charming home. I am head over heels in love with this (and the dog, named Pig 🙂 ). Photos: Mark Anthony Fox

A cosy, Grade II Listed, country bolthole – full of charm, warmth and character. A carefully curated blend of old and new was used to create the feeling of a home which has organically evolved over time in a magical, bucolic setting.
Studio Duggan making the most out of country living with this stunning home that makes you want to chuck your muddy boots into the corner of the stone floor, put on the kettle and grab a blanket. Photos: Sarah Griggs.

Sober and elegant, the “Hôtel Dorléans” is one of Valognes’ emblematic monuments. Its construction dates back to the town’s golden age, that of the 18th century, which earned it the nickname of “Little Norman Versailles”. Behind the listed stone facade, the vestibule astonishes visitors because of its size. The rest of the visit is steeped in the history of the premises, including the meticulously restored decors. The spiral stairway, providing a link between the different floors, is a magnificent work of art. The garden, also listed, is a harmonious combination of various species laid out under the protection of a majestic palm laurel tree.
Honey, I’m home. For sale via Patrice Besse for €895,000.

What was once the chapel of a 20^th century convent has been transformed into a graceful, art filled penthouse duplex. With its traditional sequence of rooms, this penthouse mixes the classic with the unexpected. The end result is a delicately balanced space where art, heritage, and modernity intermingle. Our brief was to create a generous formal living space where they could entertain guests, but also easily be able to gather with their close family and their grandchildren (19 in total!). The reception area boasts a 20-foot-tall ceiling, and encompasses a dining room, a formal living room and a lounge area. Like the rest of the spaces, it combines chic traditional elegance with subtle architectural elements. The challenge was balancing a timeless and effortless-looking design with the mix of contemporary and classic pieces that are found throughout the home. 
Les Ensembliers at it again with another gorgeous project but this time much more formal. A wonderful juxtaposition of modern and classic. The drama of those gold ikat curtains – they steal the show!

Catherine Olasky and Maximilian Sinsteden of Olasky & Sinsteden gave this Essex, Connecticut country house a dose of understated elegance and a dash of European nostalgia. The restored home now exudes charm, timelessness and serenity.