Teal has quietly become one of the most calming and versatile colors in contemporary design. Once dismissed as dated, it’s now enjoying a stylish revival across interiors, textiles, and accessories. Teal can lean more green or more blue—sometimes approaching turquoise—and its many variations make it easy to adapt to different spaces and moods. Which teal … Read more

Permanent Weekend House — A Modern, Garden-Focused Renovation in Geneva A weekend house offers the luxury of escape: the calm counterpoint to the daily rush of city life. The Permanent Weekend House, originally built in the early 1900s by the architectural practice Comte-Meuwly, once stood on Geneva’s quiet outskirts. Over the decades the city grew … Read more

Over the past decade many aging, ill-planned apartments and townhomes have been brought back to life with carefully considered renovations and contemporary makeovers. One striking example is Apartment O in Budapest, Hungary. Originally built in the early 1900s during an era of bourgeois opulence, this compact 60-square-meter flat has been transformed into a modern, space-efficient … Read more

There are moments in life when our needs and surroundings shift dramatically, and transitions between stages make those changes most evident. For Abdel and Marijke, who had recently retired and found their previous home too large and increasingly tired, the search for a smaller, more contemporary residence became a priority. They sold their old house … Read more

Houseplants bring color, texture and cleaner air into any room. They can transform a space with living beauty, and many common house plants are especially well suited to indoor life because they tolerate lower light and fluctuating indoor conditions. If you’re new to indoor gardening, start with hardy, low-maintenance varieties that adapt well to apartments … Read more

Remember when wallpaper felt dated and had to go? That’s no longer the case. Wallpaper is enjoying a major comeback, with modern designs ranging from crisp geometric patterns to layered botanicals and playful tropical prints. Minimalist motifs sit alongside richly detailed, decadent designs, and removable wallpaper options mean renters can participate too. Below is a … Read more

Call it the City of Lights or the City of Dreams — Paris has enchanted visitors and residents for centuries. Beyond fashion and art, the city has a distinct approach to interiors that blends elegance, practicality and an effortless sense of style. Parisian kitchens are a great example: they balance clever space planning with abundant … Read more

Summer may be over in many places, but the crisp, colorful season of fall is the perfect moment to move your living outdoors — especially if you live in a milder climate or want to savor the last warm days of the year. Whether you prefer lounging by the pool, gathering around a fire pit, … Read more

If there’s one space in the home that can feel daunting to redesign, it’s the kids’ room. It’s a lively mix of bright color, playful motifs and the competing tastes of adults and children. Sometimes the result is a perfect compromise; other times it feels slightly off. Still, that doesn’t stop us from trying. With … Read more

Fall is the season of harvest, warm colors and welcoming front-door decor. As leaves begin to fall, many of us gather foliage and hang it on our doors to celebrate the turning season. While classic orange leaves and foam pumpkins appear on many wreaths, this article highlights fall wreaths that consistently draw the eye of … Read more