Contented clutter abounds in a bourgeois dream home, complete with eccentric touches and artfully posed objets
Considering Modernism too austere for America, the MoMA architect blended eastern, western and classical influences in this Connecticut home
Though in my youth I never found any doors into other worlds, as an adult my dreams are providing more than I can possibly open
Whether you’re looking for cool pools or spicy casinos, these exclusive pads will come up trumps
Whether you’re looking to impress friends with leatherbound classics, or conjuring up a witchcraft reading room, Ultimate Library can help
Fancy your own vintage? Wine-making is not as inaccessible as it might seem, but be prepared to do your research
Like many, I have often aspired to a house by the coast — this wonderful story exposes the messy reality lurking behind the fantasy
The self-taught maker uses nothing but her bare hands to wrestle bulrushes into everything from floor matting to suits of armour
At a time when I was adrift in my own life, his ghost-like interiors anchored me in a place of quiet, spectral intrigue
The designer’s extravagant and wildly varying creations left an enduring legacy of buildings and parks that are now integral to the identity of the city
Empty buildings are often what’s left behind by economic and social upheaval — and they’re perfect for transformation into unique living spaces
Getting the right tech to suit the space is important, but don’t forget you’re designing something luxurious and fun
Interiors expert Chris Pask’s top tips for considering the practical and decorative elements needed for the perfect night’s slumber
Our city-living writer yearns for a self-sufficient Arcadian life
Interiors expert Chahan Minassian brings a new lease of life to this stunning property — with a little help from the famed Fortuny factory next door
Home to several famous sculptors over the years, this building remains an extraordinary repository of the work of Arthur Fleischmann who lived and worked here for decades
The protagonist in the Tokyo-set movie richly enjoys books, DVDs and cassettes in a home liberated from modern devices
From bird-battered paintings to crumbling cupids, the team of conservators are the invisible hands that bring historic homes and artworks back to life and leave no trace
To our writer, a teenager in the late 1990s, the seemingly effortless comfort of the characters’ lives included their London apartments
A long tradition of Buddhist meditation has driven the design of these captivating, imaginative oases of discovery and reflection
Originally built to house animals, the tiny properties are now beloved of celebrities and artists, a secluded oasis of peace in the city
The hugely varied colour and scent of these plucky survivors have adorned our houses and landscapes for thousands of years
The Bauhaus alumnus had a dual career designing muscular offices and elegant, open-plan homes
Our writer finds pool-side peace and a dreamy escape from bustling LA in this classic 1960s movie
Elegant 22-bedroom property opposite Moma showcases the talents of McKim, Mead & White
