Beachfront Retreat in Los Angeles

Today, dear readers, I have a most singular house to show you. Designer and antiques dealer Richard Shapiro built this Malibu beachfront retreat and decorated it in a rustic yet elegant style with unique period pieces. If you'd like to read the whole story just go right here.



Richard Shapiro, antiques dealer and head of Studiolo home furnishings, at the Malibu beach house he designed with architect Douglas Burdge. The Dutch wicker chair is from the 1960s.

Steel windows fabricated by Pierre Quinton open to a view of the Pacific Ocean.


The living room walls are sheathed in frescoed plaster; a 17th-century Italian gilt-wood mirror is displayed above an antique Cypriot fireplace. Shapiro designed the chairs, the wood stools are 19th-century Ghanaian, and the white-painted cast-bronze floor lamp, by Patricia Roach.

The open kitchen occupying one end of the living space is anchored by an island made of basalt. The same volcanic stone is used for the backsplash and counters; the cabinets are black lacquer. A vintage glass waterfall table by Pace is paired with a linen-covered sofa custom fitted to the alcove.

The dining area is centered beneath a pair of 18th-century inlaid Cosmatesque panels. Rattan chairs and a bench designed by Shapiro.

A sculptural staircase with a steel balustrade winds up to the master bedroom and bath. At its base is a 19th-century replica of an ancient Greek statue; the nail-studded walnut front door is 17th-century Italian.

In the living room, a painted-steel pedestal displays a fourth-century Roman torso.

The timber staircase leading to the beach was designed to resemble the weathered ramparts of a Moroccan fort.

The stone terrace is furnished with rattan and wicker chairs and an early-20th-century octagonal table painted deep red; the large ceramic jar is 16th-century Thai.

The front door is framed by a French 18th-century stone surround and lush greenery.

A daybed covered in mismatched stripes is tucked into a corner of the library; the table is 15th-century Italian, and the painting is by Shapiro.

The library walls feature tadelakt, a traditional Arabic polished plaster. An 18th-century French chair is paired with a Spanish desk of the same period; the ottoman and sofa are Shapiro designs.


A 19th-century Uzbek suzani covers Shapiro’s bed; the 17th-century Italian Savonarola chair stands alongside an antique Burgundian roof corbel.

Shapiro conceived the master bath so that the minimalist tub has views of the garden and the Malibu hills.

Photographed and produced by Miguel Flores-Vianna

All images and information from Architectural Digest.

Ocean Side Beach House Interior Design

This house is situated along the first coast line of the Carribean Island and is the creation of A-cero Architecture one of the top lines of designers. This house has been made of complete stone like the old British times houses. If you have been seen cozy stone house on plateau, you will like this home to. The entire house is well dresses using clear tomes of stones of Corraline. The walls of the house are curved and look like a sculptural set from the outside.

There is a huge stone door in the middle of the curve door which makes the grand entrance to the house. This house also has two living room, one inside and one outside in the garden with great panoramic at night. Even a stone house, this home has luxury interior design and lavish home exterior ideas that different than other. Also look good with Stylish Outdoor Lounge Chair Décor.

The climate around the coastline has been kept in mind and hence the house has been adapted with good cross ventilation. Obviously for a house situated near the coastline, the panoramic view from most of the sides is very beautiful. 

Renovated French Country House

Today I'm taking you to have a look at this beautifully restored house, furnished in a casual French country style. This home is so inviting I feel I'm walking through the rooms as I go from one pic to the next. Come and see them with me!




Hexagonal and square terra cotta tiles in most of the rooms for a rustic look.


One of the doors in the entrance hall has been decorated with a stenciled design. It also appears on the walls leading upstairs.


One side of the living room. The original beams were preserved.


On the other side of the living room, a collection of framed old photographs are displayed on the wall.




A conservatory style addition allows lots of natural light into the kitchen.




For a softer look, wood herringbone floor was used in the bedrooms.


A very feminine master bedroom.

All images from here.

Photographer Brandon Barré

Today I'd like to introduce you to photographer Brandon Barré. Based in Toronto, Canada, he specializes in architectural interiors, still life, and portraits. His clients include
Elle Decor, Home Magazine, Canadian House and Home, Elle Décoration (Fr)among many others.

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These are just a few of his photographs. If you'd like to see many more just go to his portfolio right here.

The Spanish Home Design with green garden exterior

Look at this house! So fresh, luxurious and elegant. The name of James Glower become famous name when it comes to designing Spanish homes. Spanish homes have a classical beauty which can rarely be found elsewhere. Most of the times they are asymmetrical in layout having arched doorways, curved roof tiles, small balconies, courtyard side entrances, stucco exterior walls and greenery all around the house in form of lush green natural gardens.

Home decorating spanish style are compatible with your style. It is make me remember the Classic Country Kitchen By David Markoff. Wooden everywhere such as Wooden House Exterior Design.

These Spanish homes exhibit alluring Mediterranean charm which is difficult to miss when seen. Below is a design of a Spanish home by James Glower. The decor would appear to be simple and would have lots of open spaces.

Do you see the garden? You can put Ladybug Sofa and Chair Design there.
The color combinations used in most of the spanish homes are white or cream or some other light colors are suitable with nature.

Restored Mountain House

Hello, dears. Saturday morning takes us to the mountains to have a look at this fantastic restored house. Its noble materials such as the stone arches outside, limestone floors and massive beams have been preserved and restored. Decorated in a soothing style with rustic and French furniture with an overall soft, natural palette.























Have a great weekend, my friends. Hope to see you tomorrow!

All images from here.