I can’t really leave Barcelona without mentioning the hotel. It’s the black cylinder in this picture, looming ominously over its surroundings: Rather than loom, it was designed to light up this former red-light district like a lantern. Either because of light pollution, or perhaps to give the guests a little privacy, a wire mesh was ...
Let’s abondon our responsibilities this afternoon – how would you like to join me on the terrace? (via) Or here – not technically a terrace, I suppose, but what a view: Yasutaka Yoshimura Architects photographed by Chiaki Yasukawa I know building codes vary from country to country, but it must be just an illusion that ...
I’ve always wanted on of these. Even as a child, the prospect of being stolen by gypsies didn’t seem such a terrible one – as long as my brothers and sister weren’t stolen along with me: Of course, I’d have a trusty canine companion: And a magnificient equine one to do all the heavy work: ...
My perambulations around the web today brought me to this bijou little property, full of character and right on the river in London’s Chelsea: Of ourse, when I say on the river, it is actually floating: On a different subject – I know UK real estate agents are no longer allowed to make extravagant claims ...
That’s the question Tile of Spain is asking. Could anybody really answer no? Seriously? Tile of Spain is looking for FOUR architects and interior designers to participate in a FREE architectural junket from February 4-12, 2011. The trip includes exploring local culture, sampling Spain’s famous culinary arts, seeing architecturally significant sites and attending Cevisama, the ...
You know me – always dreaming of the next place I can escape to. And at Boutique Homes I’ve come across some perfectly fantasy-worthy destinations. The only problem is making up my mind which to fantasize about first: A tiny cottage with views forever in Nova Scotia Or a gorgeously restored Tuscan country residence Or ...
I can’t imagine where the weekend has got to – did yours go by in a flash, too? I think there’s just about time left for tea on the terrace, and here’s the terrace I’d choose today: Aah, I can practically smell that aromatic Italian garden – ready to join me? Seems they forgot to ...