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I love Spanish style homes. They have such beautiful architectural details, and lend themselves well to eclectic decor, as in the case of this home by SVZ Interior Design. Accents of blue throughout are a lovely addition to the mix of mid-century and global-inspired furniture and textiles. It’s comfortable, effortlessly random and vibrant.

(Other features by Sayre V. Ziskin here and here)

It’s that time again. Time for a sneak peek into the pages of the latest issue of Inside Out magazine out tomorrow. Social and Senior Editor Matilda Duffecy has again generously sent along some pictures to whet our appetite.

Our new August issue hits newsagents and digital outlets on Thursday! This issue explores, among lots of other things, practical ways to live with white. We’re featuring homes that showcase “white with texture”, “white with timber”, “white with vintage charm” and “white with bright”.  Our cover home represents a huge renovation in Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Here is a detail of the dining area. As you can see it’s a beautiful ode to pared-back style. Styling by Claire Delmar. Photography by Prue Ruscoe.

Our best buys features this month pull together seriously stylish teacups and pendant lights. Small details to bigger finishing touches. Styling by Alicia Sciberras. Photography by Sam McAdam-Cooper.

I love the kid’s room this month. It’s for a base camp for a girl scout set for adventure who loves the great outdoors. Our style editor Jessica Hanson has created a lovely scene with beautiful timber tones and hints of pastel. Phu Tang photographed this feature.

We’ve included quiz-style features before and this month we’re covering off “which way you do white”. Not only has Vanessa Colyer Tay styled a beautiful feature celebrating “white with a colour pop”, “white with texture”, “white on white” and “black and white”, but writer Ceri David has whipped up some hilarious words exploring the intricacies of each trend. We’ll even have a fun online quiz at insideout.com.au once the issue goes on sale. Here is the image for “black and white”. Photographed by Sam McAdam-Cooper.

And just to spice things up, I’ve included a shot from this month’s entertaining feature. You can see the important accompaniments to our modern Mexican fiesta – Tomato, capsicum & chilli salsa, Avocado salsa and the all-important refreshing beverage, a Michelada. Delish! Styling by Alicia Sciberras. Food styling by Kristen Wilson. Photography by Sam McAdam-Cooper.

 Love that Bondi Beach home! Can’t wait to see more when my digital copy of Inside Out drops tomorrow. Don’t fret if you aren’t in Australia. You can read along on  Zinio, Google Play, the Apple Newsstand and Nook.

Trees, river, windows, views, spaciousness….what more could you want? This 6,500 sq ft home in Coxsackie, NY on the Hudson River is unbelieveable, inside and out. I can’t imagine having all those windows to be able to enjoy the outdoors 365 days a year. It could even convince me to enjoy winter. 😉 Architect: BWArchitects (previous features here and here)+ interior: Poonam Khanna + most photos: William Waldron for Architectural Digest.

I have had this photo in my inspiration stash for a while and thought it was about time I share because this is a fantastic solution for a narrow entryway that lacks a closet. I’d probably change it up slightly by building a bottom shelf for those baskets so they wouldn’t end up covered in cat fur but other than that this is perfect. Via Groves & Co. 

I just got a hold of some photos of this fabulous renovation project by London design firm LLI Design and had to share. LLI Design was hired on to complete a total redesign and refurbishment of a 4 story 1970’s townhouse in Highgate, London. The house had tremendous potential and the new owners, a young professional couple, wanted to embrace the 1970’s feel, rather than try to ignore it, albeit not in a cliched way. Top of their wish list was a contemporary glass and steel open tread staircase and a master bathroom with a distinctive WOW factor. In included one before photo below of the lower level to give you an idea of how much work this project was. I think the resulting contemporary home (it won an award!) is classy, welcoming and a great use of the space. Check out a couple more projects by LLI Design here and here. 

(Photos: Alex Maguire Photography)