Author Archive: Kelly
The Reserve, Luxury Villas in Al Barari, Dubai
The Reserve is a development of 28 high-end bespoke villas, plots range from 25,000 to 150,000 square feet. These unique properties are located in Al Barari, a prestigious estate in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Desert House in Santa Fe, New Mexico
The Desert House was completed by the San Antonio based studio Lake|Flato Architects. This mountain retreat mixes rustic and modern elements, the exterior comprises of rusted corrugated metal, exposed concrete and large glass windows. The Desert House is located in Santa Fe, the capital of New Mexico, USA. Desert House in Santa Fe, New Mexico,…
Spectacular Oceanfront Home in Tossa De Mar, Spain
This Outstanding Oceanfront Home is perched on a cliff top, overlooking the Mediterranean sea. The property comprises of a main contemporary two bedroom home with a fabulous outdoor living area, there is also a guest apartment and a second house with five bedrooms and a private pool. This residence is located in Tossa De Mar,…
Mountain Retreat in Closeburn Station, New Zealand
The Mountain Retreat was completed in 2008 by the Auckland based studio Fearon Hay Architects. This stone and concrete home has been designed to blend in with the rugged environment, the dark interior mixes rustic and contemporary elements, providing a muscular and comfortable living space. The home enjoys stunning views over Lake Wakatipu and is situated…
Converted Stables in Winchester, England
The Stables was completed in March 2013 by the Winchester based Architects AR Design Studio. This project included the renovation of a former race horse stable, now a bright space with an outstanding blend of modern and rustic elements. The Stables is located in Winchester, England. The Stables in Winchester, England, Details by AR Design…
Striking Oceanfront House in Jbeil, Lebanon
The Fidar Beach House was completed by the Metn based studio Raëd Abillama Architects. This wonderful summer beach house has been designed for a large family. A connected, yet separate guest house offers space for three. The house is set on the rugged shoreline in Jbeil, a district to the northeast of the Lebanon‘s capital…
Contemporary Renovation in West Lake Hills, Texas
The West Lake Hills Residence was completed in 2011 by the New York based studio Specht Harpman. This project included the renovation and expansion of a 1970’s house. A large percentage of the original structure remains, however the alterations have erased all visible traces of the original home. The 5,500 square foot home is nestled…
Peaceful Retreat in Comporta, Portugal
Casa na Areia was completed in 2010 by the Lisbon based architect Aires Mateus. The project included the renovation of the masonry buildings, now individual rooms, one of the two wooden structures has been converted in to a two bedroom pavilion and the other a living space. The complex is located in Comporta, a small…
St Pancras Penthouse Apartment in London
The St Pancras penthouse apartment was designed by Thomas Griem of TG Studio. This stunning renovation project involved the transformation of a three bedroom penthouse in the grade 1 listed, St Pancras chambers. The apartment covers the top three floors of the west tower of this famous London landmark. The penthouse is located in St…
Modern House in Girardot, Colombia
Casa Penon was completed in 2011 by the by the Bogota based studio Giovanni Moreno. This striking contemporary home was built for two families to share, they required spacious living areas and a ‘good’ pool area. Casa Penon is located in Girardot, Colombia. Casa Penon, Description by Giovanni Moreno: Needs of the owner / client…
