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I was daydreaming about a perfect getaway, a bolt hole from the city chaos when I found this 600-square-foot cedar-clad hut built sustainably off-grid by Greg Dutton, cofounder of Midland Architecture on his parent’s farm in Ohio. Think Scandi minimalism meets country cabin. A stylish getaway sitting gently in its surrounds.

A few weeks ago I went to lunch with a group of managers from work and one of them who happens to be very French, was talking about how beautiful les Îles-de-la-Madeleine are, or as the English folks call them, the Magdalen Islands. I had somehow never heard this this small archipelago before, located in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence (and while part of Québec, the islands are in fact closer to the Maritime provinces and Newfoundland). A crazy coincidence that about a week ago while I was perusing the portfolio of Montréal architecture firm La Shed (that I am admittedly obsessed with) I came across a project in their portfolio called Les Rochers, located on the southernmost island of the Magdalens, called l’île du Havre Aubert. La Shed designed a single family home and guest house in this spectacular setting. Inspired by the traditional gabled house, the architects are proposing a contemporary version whose asymmetrical shape is a nod to the Maison des Îles and its drum. Each in their own way, the two residences integrate the drum into the home, unified in a single volume. The interior architecture of the two residences is imbued with the aesthetics of seaside houses. The interior design is meticulous, but remains sober. The guest house is like a holiday home reminiscent of the rusticity of fishermen’s huts, the atmosphere is relaxed. The main house is larger and more refined. The line work is rich and delicate, giving depth and texture to the interiors. Architects create a balanced language for soothing interiors.

“A complete overhaul ensued with this Hartsdale home in Westchester County. Taking many of the rooms from deep purple walls, to a newly brightened atmosphere. To keep from sterility, we peeled back the ceilings to reveal the original, raw, joists. Utilizing a deep blackened-blue on the cabinetry, was elementary to highlighting the mix of materials throughout. The added rusticism made this close knit space one to enjoy throughout every season, and truly has served as the heart of this home.”

A rustic meets industrial take on a family kitchen that is approachable and warm. If the kitchen is the heart of the home then this one is beating strong. Westchester Cottage by Becca Interiors.

“The penthouse interiors of the Isokon building drew inspiration from the bold geometric graphics of the Bauhaus Movement. The project pays tribute to the pioneering creatives of the era.”

A golden glow with references to the past and eyes on the future. Belsize Park, London by Alexy Kos and Che Huang of London-based design practice Child Studio.

Little Glover was built in Sag Harbor a few years back by interior design guru Steven Gambrel on the same property as a larger main residence, so this created as a guest cottage. It also went up for sale last year according to this feature for $7M and probably sold pretty damn quick as it’s pretty damn fabulous!! Love the subtle nautical vibe and his always present immaculate attention to detail.