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Maja and Asa hang out in the guestroom, which also doubles as storage space with an entire wall of closets along one end.
Maja and Asa hang out in the guestroom, which also doubles as storage space with an entire wall of closets along one end.
Relaxing in the trailer, Máze, 2005
Relaxing in the trailer, Máze, 2005
The Parsonsons' dog takes a breather.
The Parsonsons' dog takes a breather.
When it has “easy” in the name, you know it’s going to be a comfortable chair. The H55 Easy Chair is crafted in teak, fabric, and stainless steel. The chair features an adjustable frame that can be raised or lowered to create your desired level of lounging.
When it has “easy” in the name, you know it’s going to be a comfortable chair. The H55 Easy Chair is crafted in teak, fabric, and stainless steel. The chair features an adjustable frame that can be raised or lowered to create your desired level of lounging.
From Danish company Skargaarden, the Häringe Lounge Armchair is crafted in teak and features a black powder-coated steel frame and natural grey cushions. Covered in a durable sunbrella fabric, the cushions are designed for use outdoors, making the armchair an excellent choice for a patio or deck. The chair can be oiled once a year to retain the rich teak color, or left alone to develop a silvery grey patina over time.
From Danish company Skargaarden, the Häringe Lounge Armchair is crafted in teak and features a black powder-coated steel frame and natural grey cushions. Covered in a durable sunbrella fabric, the cushions are designed for use outdoors, making the armchair an excellent choice for a patio or deck. The chair can be oiled once a year to retain the rich teak color, or left alone to develop a silvery grey patina over time.
The illustrator Richard Haines relaxing in his Bushwick apartment.
The illustrator Richard Haines relaxing in his Bushwick apartment.
The layering of the remodeled house is revealed in this image of Robin and Jeremy relaxing on the front deck.
The layering of the remodeled house is revealed in this image of Robin and Jeremy relaxing on the front deck.
Inside, playful pillows can be rearranged in any manner, and are often used as mock beds for relaxing and looking at the canopies above.
Inside, playful pillows can be rearranged in any manner, and are often used as mock beds for relaxing and looking at the canopies above.
The homeowners wanted a space to accommodate their interests: gardening, looking after their ducks, or relaxing in the shade provided by the canopy of trees on the property.
The homeowners wanted a space to accommodate their interests: gardening, looking after their ducks, or relaxing in the shade provided by the canopy of trees on the property.
Overlooking the pool is a relaxing seating nook.
Overlooking the pool is a relaxing seating nook.
Bedroom/work space. Relaxing work enviroment.
Bedroom/work space. Relaxing work enviroment.
The bath is a serene, relaxing retreat complete with a soaking tub.
The bath is a serene, relaxing retreat complete with a soaking tub.
The addition of an alfresco tub is perfect for relaxing on starry desert evenings.
The addition of an alfresco tub is perfect for relaxing on starry desert evenings.
A striped hammock is perfectly placed for relaxing and taking in the sunset.
A striped hammock is perfectly placed for relaxing and taking in the sunset.
A daybed provides a sunny spot for reading and relaxing.
A daybed provides a sunny spot for reading and relaxing.
A 500-square-foot outdoor space with a grill, a table, and a hammock sits just off the entrance level of the townhouse, offering extra room for dining, relaxing, and entertaining. The corner couch is a custom piece inspired by the large cushions of Moroccan sofas. The Fermob table is paired with Hay Hee dining chairs by Hay.
A 500-square-foot outdoor space with a grill, a table, and a hammock sits just off the entrance level of the townhouse, offering extra room for dining, relaxing, and entertaining. The corner couch is a custom piece inspired by the large cushions of Moroccan sofas. The Fermob table is paired with Hay Hee dining chairs by Hay.
Cozy nooks for reading and relaxing are scattered throughout the library.
Cozy nooks for reading and relaxing are scattered throughout the library.
The clean cabinetry and moody tiling yield a relaxing upstairs master bath.
The clean cabinetry and moody tiling yield a relaxing upstairs master bath.
Airy in summer and cozy in winter, The Chairhouse is a space for relaxing, dreaming, and adventure.
Airy in summer and cozy in winter, The Chairhouse is a space for relaxing, dreaming, and adventure.
Pardo enjoys contemplative moments relaxing in the tub with the windows open.
Pardo enjoys contemplative moments relaxing in the tub with the windows open.
The home's bathroom, at the center of the paneled “box” is a soft, private, and relaxing respite.
The home's bathroom, at the center of the paneled “box” is a soft, private, and relaxing respite.
A relaxing spot near the window in the communal lounge.
A relaxing spot near the window in the communal lounge.
Glass walls give the feeling of being outdoors while relaxing inside the house.
Glass walls give the feeling of being outdoors while relaxing inside the house.
Maya Carni relaxing near the fireplace in the stepped-down lounge area.
Maya Carni relaxing near the fireplace in the stepped-down lounge area.
Ready for company -- or a relaxing stay-cation on your own property.
Ready for company -- or a relaxing stay-cation on your own property.
A covered lanai offers space for relaxing or entertaining in the tropical year-round climate.
A covered lanai offers space for relaxing or entertaining in the tropical year-round climate.
A baby-blue George Mulhauser Plycraft lounge chair and plants make this a cozy nook for reading and relaxing.
A baby-blue George Mulhauser Plycraft lounge chair and plants make this a cozy nook for reading and relaxing.
A fluid living space for cooking, eating, and relaxing is now the heartbeat of this 1960s secondary home northwest of Montréal.
A fluid living space for cooking, eating, and relaxing is now the heartbeat of this 1960s secondary home northwest of Montréal.
Sir Victor's cozy lobby is a relaxing space designed for guests and locals alike.
Sir Victor's cozy lobby is a relaxing space designed for guests and locals alike.
The warm wood of the front door, leather sheath on the brass handle, and glass panel set an inviting and relaxing tone for the home.
The warm wood of the front door, leather sheath on the brass handle, and glass panel set an inviting and relaxing tone for the home.
“Wallpaper is unusual in Scandinavian architecture, but we wanted to incorporate it to create an elegant, relaxing atmosphere that was a little bit fun,
“Wallpaper is unusual in Scandinavian architecture, but we wanted to incorporate it to create an elegant, relaxing atmosphere that was a little bit fun,
A cozy fireplace and unobstructed sea views makes this additional living lounge a great place for relaxing contemplation.
A cozy fireplace and unobstructed sea views makes this additional living lounge a great place for relaxing contemplation.
Located on the western Danish coast within walking distance of the North Sea, this home was designed by Soren Sarup to integrate elements of the surrounding landscape and to highlight natural, contemporary beauty. The interior fuses clean-lined simplicity, an abundance of wood surfaces, and a restrained mix of Danish-modern and vintage furniture to create a visually stimulating yet relaxing environment that extends between indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Located on the western Danish coast within walking distance of the North Sea, this home was designed by Soren Sarup to integrate elements of the surrounding landscape and to highlight natural, contemporary beauty. The interior fuses clean-lined simplicity, an abundance of wood surfaces, and a restrained mix of Danish-modern and vintage furniture to create a visually stimulating yet relaxing environment that extends between indoor and outdoor living spaces.
A peek at one of the home's covered outdoor seating areas—a perfect spot for relaxing and taking in a gorgeous Australian sunset.
A peek at one of the home's covered outdoor seating areas—a perfect spot for relaxing and taking in a gorgeous Australian sunset.
A window nook becomes the ultimate spot for relaxing with the addition of a Dick Cordemeijer for Auping "Cleopatra" daybed reupholstered in a rich Pierre Frey velvet.
A window nook becomes the ultimate spot for relaxing with the addition of a Dick Cordemeijer for Auping "Cleopatra" daybed reupholstered in a rich Pierre Frey velvet.
By inserting a tunnel made from 36 reclaimed commercial doors and tearing down a handful of walls, LOT-EK and contractor Andreas Scholtz brought light into the formerly unused dark hallway in Maurice Russell (right) and Jorge Fontanez’s apartment. The glossy Safety Red paint by Benjamin Moore catches the light by day but “becomes a richer, darker, very relaxing red at night,” Fontanez says.
By inserting a tunnel made from 36 reclaimed commercial doors and tearing down a handful of walls, LOT-EK and contractor Andreas Scholtz brought light into the formerly unused dark hallway in Maurice Russell (right) and Jorge Fontanez’s apartment. The glossy Safety Red paint by Benjamin Moore catches the light by day but “becomes a richer, darker, very relaxing red at night,” Fontanez says.

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