Children's Craft Christmas

What could be more special than a Christmas filled with handmade decorations and homemade treats made with the children... Here in this Danish house the grownups have been keeping their little ones busy with a Christmas craft workshop. Step-by-step ideas for advent wreaths, small decorations in delicate cups, hanging mini Christmas landscapes, silver bells, gifts with glitter decorations, and a charming brooch for grandma! View feature

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Feminine and Modern

The fashion designer Eymele Burgaud’s creations are both ultra feminine and modern, sophisticated and refined. This same frame of mind and subtle lines we can find in her apartment because it also serves as a showroom. Some and a "We were looking for somewhere bright that would combine a place of life and work. When we visited the apartment we found it extremely dark and very 1970s... but we also quickly realised what we could do. We wanted a place full of life, somewhere the gaze can circulate.”The interior is filled with an old club armchair, large white sofas, craft furniture, antiques and a leg of dummy... a little wink at Eymele’s business. Everything is concealed behind large doors and bright white or matte white. “We put a lot of thought to the choice of materials, to keep it all very clean, very air.” At the centre of Paris and its busy lifestyle, Eymele was able to create her own universe where serenity reigns... view feature

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Getting dressed up for Christmas

A family preparing for Christmas at their home on the Welsh borders. Three generations of the family get involved in seasonal decorating which take place indoors and out, from dressing a dead apple tree in the orchard with treats for the birds, to putting up tinsel and a tree in the dining room and hall. The dining table is covered with baubles and decorations that have been handed down from grandparents, to ones bought specially for this year... View feature

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Delicious Autumn

I really do love autumn! The scrunching of crispy autumn leaves under foot, the crisp freshness in the morning and the glorious light and warmth of the sun during the day. I also love autumnal colours: beautiful honeys, ambers, reds and chocolate; they make you feel warm even though the weather has started to cool.  These rich colour palettes translate to the interior, where modern design characteristics place an emphasis on creating an atmosphere that is both spacious and yet warm.  Interiors are fresh-looking and uncluttered yet reflect a plush, comfortable ambience. Clean, crisp lines complemented with rich textures and patterns are at the forefront of current design trends. Any dining or living space featuring the golden tones of autumn can make any family gathering seem like a special event.

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Single Images

This month's single image ideas focus on warmth and Autumn pallet.

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Modern and sleek in Milan

On the first floor of a spacious and elegant fin-de-siècle apartment building in the well-heeled Corso Sempione in Milan is this stunning contemporary apartment recently refurbished by the architect Stefano Cellerino. Modern, sleek and designed with contemporary materials, art and styling, this apartment also features some recycled items such as the large bookcase in the lounge which was found in an architectural salvage warehouse, as well as in the construction of the dining table, made from old pieces of flooring. Oriental statues impart a particular flavour to the interior, as does the etched figures in the glass door leading to the bedroom area – where are located the master bedroom and open plan ensuite bathroom as well as guest room... view feature

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The House of the Future

Designed by an architect enthusiast, this town house is a technological innovation and located in the heart of Chateau-Thierry, it does not go unnoticed. Rebuilt on the ruins of an ancient house of shoemakers, it stands a tall facade of glass and wood. An amazing project designer, Eric Pace first took a contextual approach: the house is part of the Church of St. Crispin; although the outside has evolved into a modern house it was necessary to integrate the site. The habitat itself is spread over three floors: kitchen and dining-room, living room, bedroom and bathroom; the parts are connected by an interior staircase. Very pure design, the furniture is a natural in this high-tech atmosphere. "You can always make improvements for this type of habitat" and Eric Pace does not lack imagination. The evening's light sensors not only control the lights but also close the shutters to carefully preserve the privacy of any guests... view feature

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