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- Tehachapi Mountains, California Dwell Magazine : November / December 2017
- Tehachapi Mountains, California Dwell Magazine : November / December 2017
The floor tiles are from Popham Design in a custom palette, paired with handmade subway tile in an earthy, off-white color.
The floor tiles are from Popham Design in a custom palette, paired with handmade subway tile in an earthy, off-white color.
In the bathroom, a thin pane of glass separates the shower; an Aquaplane sink by Lacava hovers above a built-in vanity illuminated by a lean Adelphi light by Oxygen Lighting; and blue-green glass penny tiles by Terra Verre decorate the floor. The absence of a door, combined with windows on two sides, makes the bathroom feel like a continuation of the overall space.
In the bathroom, a thin pane of glass separates the shower; an Aquaplane sink by Lacava hovers above a built-in vanity illuminated by a lean Adelphi light by Oxygen Lighting; and blue-green glass penny tiles by Terra Verre decorate the floor. The absence of a door, combined with windows on two sides, makes the bathroom feel like a continuation of the overall space.
There’s a one-foot level change down to the primary bedroom, which is Shaker in spirit. Instead of closets, each bedroom has a set of deep, built-in drawers. “The architects kept us to our word that the house is meant for short-term stays,” the husband says. Lachapelle sourced the Ethnicraft bed and side table from Fiore Home in Portland, Maine, and the vintage velvet Ligne Roset chair from the Brimfield Antique Market.
There’s a one-foot level change down to the primary bedroom, which is Shaker in spirit. Instead of closets, each bedroom has a set of deep, built-in drawers. “The architects kept us to our word that the house is meant for short-term stays,” the husband says. Lachapelle sourced the Ethnicraft bed and side table from Fiore Home in Portland, Maine, and the vintage velvet Ligne Roset chair from the Brimfield Antique Market.
The Cedar Hot Tub sits in the almost tropical like garden surroundings.
The Cedar Hot Tub sits in the almost tropical like garden surroundings.
A wall covered in graphite-colored Ann Sacks tile runs from the kitchen out to the covered porch. Similarly, the sheetrock ceiling and the concrete flooring are extended from inside to outside—a cost-saving measure that provides visual continuity. The Hot Mesh outdoor dining chairs are by Blu Dot.
A wall covered in graphite-colored Ann Sacks tile runs from the kitchen out to the covered porch. Similarly, the sheetrock ceiling and the concrete flooring are extended from inside to outside—a cost-saving measure that provides visual continuity. The Hot Mesh outdoor dining chairs are by Blu Dot.
The casa in Begur dates from the 17th century and is situated at the end of a hilltop road in the Mediterranean countryside.
The casa in Begur dates from the 17th century and is situated at the end of a hilltop road in the Mediterranean countryside.
Floor plan of Crestview Residence by HR Design Dept
Floor plan of Crestview Residence by HR Design Dept
Floor Plan of Riverview Hutte by Christie Schoepp
Floor Plan of Riverview Hutte by Christie Schoepp
The new framing installed in the garage helped to raise the ceiling height and divide the space into a suite of rooms that skirt the central common area.
The new framing installed in the garage helped to raise the ceiling height and divide the space into a suite of rooms that skirt the central common area.
Bates Masi’s renovation and expansion salvaged much of the home’s original cypress decking.
Bates Masi’s renovation and expansion salvaged much of the home’s original cypress decking.
Moving on-site to the remote countryside location during the construction process enabled the firm to engage with all of the craftspeople on the project, from the blacksmith to the structural engineers and timber framers, who’s workshop was nearby.
Moving on-site to the remote countryside location during the construction process enabled the firm to engage with all of the craftspeople on the project, from the blacksmith to the structural engineers and timber framers, who’s workshop was nearby.
A diagram of Spacecube's Adaptable Living series, which breaks down into a series of small 20-square-meter boxes that can be collated and expanded in myriad configurations.
A diagram of Spacecube's Adaptable Living series, which breaks down into a series of small 20-square-meter boxes that can be collated and expanded in myriad configurations.
"The timeless and distinctive aesthetic of minimalism that Koto embodies is accentuated in the interiors,
"The timeless and distinctive aesthetic of minimalism that Koto embodies is accentuated in the interiors,
A subtle palette keeps the interior sleek, allowing the warm, natural tones of the wooden furniture to come to the fore.
A subtle palette keeps the interior sleek, allowing the warm, natural tones of the wooden furniture to come to the fore.
A fire pit, hot tub, and pool provide tons of space to lounge and entertain at Desert Wild.
A fire pit, hot tub, and pool provide tons of space to lounge and entertain at Desert Wild.
Hang plants with creeping vines from your bathroom's ceiling for a calming visual effect.
Hang plants with creeping vines from your bathroom's ceiling for a calming visual effect.
When Austin-based firm Matt Fajkus Architecture was tasked with renovating this classic midcentury home, they sought to open up the interior—not only by unifying the common areas into an open-plan layout, but also by literally raising the home's roof. This strategy increased the ceiling height on three sides of the home, allowing for the insertion of clerestory windows to create a bright and airy open living space. "The raised ceiling maintains the original pitched roof geometry to stay harmonious with the existing gabled roof in the private zone," explain the architects in a statement.
When Austin-based firm Matt Fajkus Architecture was tasked with renovating this classic midcentury home, they sought to open up the interior—not only by unifying the common areas into an open-plan layout, but also by literally raising the home's roof. This strategy increased the ceiling height on three sides of the home, allowing for the insertion of clerestory windows to create a bright and airy open living space. "The raised ceiling maintains the original pitched roof geometry to stay harmonious with the existing gabled roof in the private zone," explain the architects in a statement.
BoConcept couches anchor a Restoration Hardware coffee table and a Crate and Barrel carpet in the living area. The gray pouf is by CB2, and the artwork is by Senechal.
BoConcept couches anchor a Restoration Hardware coffee table and a Crate and Barrel carpet in the living area. The gray pouf is by CB2, and the artwork is by Senechal.
Homeowner and interior designer Julie Crosby worked with developer Soheil Nakhshab to transform a rundown midcentury property in the coastal Del Mar neighborhood of San Diego. The 5,400-square-foot, four-bedroom residence incorporates a natural palette and tall windows.
Homeowner and interior designer Julie Crosby worked with developer Soheil Nakhshab to transform a rundown midcentury property in the coastal Del Mar neighborhood of San Diego. The 5,400-square-foot, four-bedroom residence incorporates a natural palette and tall windows.
Custom Frama shelving provides space for a minimalist wardrobe.
Custom Frama shelving provides space for a minimalist wardrobe.
Tigg Coll Architects took a new approach to a straightforward town house renovation and expansion in London. The home’s rear extension has its own personality, with with pivoting glass doors, sharp red support beams, and a wood-burning fireplace. The overhanging concrete plinth acts as a hearth or, as Tigg imagines it, a sort of contemporary inglenook. Wood piles neatly between the beam and wall. The fireplace, a Stovax Riva 2, is flanked by a Lampe Gras wall lamp; firewood is cleverly stored in the narrow space between the fireplace and the red support beam, creating a fun moment of practical texture in the room.
Tigg Coll Architects took a new approach to a straightforward town house renovation and expansion in London. The home’s rear extension has its own personality, with with pivoting glass doors, sharp red support beams, and a wood-burning fireplace. The overhanging concrete plinth acts as a hearth or, as Tigg imagines it, a sort of contemporary inglenook. Wood piles neatly between the beam and wall. The fireplace, a Stovax Riva 2, is flanked by a Lampe Gras wall lamp; firewood is cleverly stored in the narrow space between the fireplace and the red support beam, creating a fun moment of practical texture in the room.
A large sectional both defines and cozies up the living room in the open plan.
A large sectional both defines and cozies up the living room in the open plan.
The Allstone bathroom furniture collection designed by Joan Lao Design studio.
The Allstone bathroom furniture collection designed by Joan Lao Design studio.
Except in the kitchen, Alessia and her partner made all of the cabinets, like this floating unit in the living room for the vinyl collection.
Except in the kitchen, Alessia and her partner made all of the cabinets, like this floating unit in the living room for the vinyl collection.
The home consists of three cottage-inspired forms that are connected by a more contemporary, flat-roofed central structure. “One of the main challenges was how to bring the competing aesthetics the clients desired—they sought a simple, historical vernacular architecture with a more contemporary aesthetic,” says architect Matthew Erickson.
The home consists of three cottage-inspired forms that are connected by a more contemporary, flat-roofed central structure. “One of the main challenges was how to bring the competing aesthetics the clients desired—they sought a simple, historical vernacular architecture with a more contemporary aesthetic,” says architect Matthew Erickson.
“After speaking to hundreds of homeowners, we realized that our vision of converting garages (and upcycling other unused spaces into housing) couldn't be done at scale without revisiting the way we approach renovation as a whole,” says Schneider.
“After speaking to hundreds of homeowners, we realized that our vision of converting garages (and upcycling other unused spaces into housing) couldn't be done at scale without revisiting the way we approach renovation as a whole,” says Schneider.
Casa Farfaglia, an ancient oil mill from 1893 surrounded by centuries-old olive trees, dry stone walls and Mediterranean scrub, is now an exclusive charming country house for only two guests, reviewed on important international design and architecture magazines (AD, Elle Decoration, Living, etc). It is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing holiday in the regenerating quiet of Noto countryside although it is near to the most attractive ancient towns and gorgeous beaches.
Casa Farfaglia, an ancient oil mill from 1893 surrounded by centuries-old olive trees, dry stone walls and Mediterranean scrub, is now an exclusive charming country house for only two guests, reviewed on important international design and architecture magazines (AD, Elle Decoration, Living, etc). It is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing holiday in the regenerating quiet of Noto countryside although it is near to the most attractive ancient towns and gorgeous beaches.
Perched in Sicily's Monte Cofano Nature Reserve, this one-bedroom home—which was once an agricultural storehouse—offers views of an unspoiled natural landscape, from the mountains to the sea. Original details, such as exposed beams and stone walls line the interiors, while a large, partially shaded patio extends the charm outside.
Perched in Sicily's Monte Cofano Nature Reserve, this one-bedroom home—which was once an agricultural storehouse—offers views of an unspoiled natural landscape, from the mountains to the sea. Original details, such as exposed beams and stone walls line the interiors, while a large, partially shaded patio extends the charm outside.
Casa Boccadoro sits tucked away the end of a long vineyard road, framing views of secluded olive groves and fruit tree orchards. Comprised of three units, the holiday retreat retains a buffet of original charm, including limestone walls, exposed stone, built-in alcoves, and wide archways. In addition to a vast, shaded patio with al fresco living and dining areas, the rental also comes with a sparkling pool and rooftop terrace.
Casa Boccadoro sits tucked away the end of a long vineyard road, framing views of secluded olive groves and fruit tree orchards. Comprised of three units, the holiday retreat retains a buffet of original charm, including limestone walls, exposed stone, built-in alcoves, and wide archways. In addition to a vast, shaded patio with al fresco living and dining areas, the rental also comes with a sparkling pool and rooftop terrace.
In the countryside of Anghiari, Poggiodoro combines picturesque views with charming interiors to offer a memorable escape. "Enjoy the unique and wonderful rustic feel of our 16th-century villa, revamped with numerous modern elements to satisfy your comfort,
In the countryside of Anghiari, Poggiodoro combines picturesque views with charming interiors to offer a memorable escape. "Enjoy the unique and wonderful rustic feel of our 16th-century villa, revamped with numerous modern elements to satisfy your comfort,

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