https://www.style-files.com Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:48:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://www.style-files.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/fav-150x150.jpg https://www.style-files.com 32 32 https://www.style-files.com/2025/10/07/a-mid-century-bungalow-in-a-forest-in-the-netherlands/ https://www.style-files.com/2025/10/07/a-mid-century-bungalow-in-a-forest-in-the-netherlands/#respond Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:48:35 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33367 https://www.style-files.com/2025/10/07/a-mid-century-bungalow-in-a-forest-in-the-netherlands/feed/ 0 33367 https://www.style-files.com/2024/06/18/a-neglected-hut-turned-into-a-lovely-little-retreat/ https://www.style-files.com/2024/06/18/a-neglected-hut-turned-into-a-lovely-little-retreat/#respond Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:26:44 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33353 Spanish architect Mariana de Delás has turned a neglected stone shelter on the island of Mallorca (Spain) into a beautiful small retreat. Several of these kind of stone shelters built as refuges for hunters and shepherds to take cover or rest, and as storage for tools can be found on throughout the island’s agricultural fields. The simple local mares stone]]> https://www.style-files.com/2024/06/18/a-neglected-hut-turned-into-a-lovely-little-retreat/feed/ 0 33353 https://www.style-files.com/2024/06/14/a-light-filled-modern-home-in-london-for-sale/ https://www.style-files.com/2024/06/14/a-light-filled-modern-home-in-london-for-sale/#respond Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:16:35 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33333 This light filled London home looks small and rather ordinary from the outside but inside it is surprisingly spacious and modern. “Extensively reimagined by Emil Eve Architects, this four-bedroom house has been redesigned with the guiding principles of light, materiality and sustainability. Inspiration has been borrowed from the architecture of Japan and Scandinavia to create accomplished spaces between its Victorian]]> https://www.style-files.com/2024/06/14/a-light-filled-modern-home-in-london-for-sale/feed/ 0 33333 https://www.style-files.com/2024/04/28/french-chic-home-accessories-by-sezane/ https://www.style-files.com/2024/04/28/french-chic-home-accessories-by-sezane/#respond Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:08:29 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33288 Sezane is one of my favorite shops to go to for fashion items but this French brand also has a stunning selection of items for your home. They just launched their Les Composantes home decor line and it is absolutely wonderful. Look at those lights! There are all made in Portugal. I purchased one of these last year (a soft]]> https://www.style-files.com/2024/04/28/french-chic-home-accessories-by-sezane/feed/ 0 33288 https://www.style-files.com/2024/02/28/travel-guide-the-best-hotels-in-copenhagen/ https://www.style-files.com/2024/02/28/travel-guide-the-best-hotels-in-copenhagen/#respond Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:15:39 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33252 This article may contain affiliate links. This means that we make a little bit of money if you click through and book but this doesn’t affect your price or what we choose to feature. Copenhagen is one of my favorite cities: it is beautiful, safe and it is easy to get around. We had an amazing time during our visit]]> https://www.style-files.com/2024/02/28/travel-guide-the-best-hotels-in-copenhagen/feed/ 0 33252 https://www.style-files.com/2024/02/06/sezane-x-pangea-a-collaboration-between-two-french-brands/ https://www.style-files.com/2024/02/06/sezane-x-pangea-a-collaboration-between-two-french-brands/#respond Tue, 06 Feb 2024 12:42:19 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33160 Sezane is one of my favorite brands and their collaboration with Pangea (also French) is amazing. Unfortunately this collection is selling out very fast. But if you have your eye on one of their items then here is a tip: the website is restocked (with returns) every Wednesday and Sunday at around 9:30am (CET time). The website is not easy]]> https://www.style-files.com/2024/02/06/sezane-x-pangea-a-collaboration-between-two-french-brands/feed/ 0 33160 https://www.style-files.com/2023/10/30/the-dowtown-l-a-proper-hotel-by-kelly-wearstler/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/10/30/the-dowtown-l-a-proper-hotel-by-kelly-wearstler/#respond Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:43:28 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33131 I love featuring beautifully decorated hotels! Not only will these hotels fuel your wanderlust but the interiors can give your tons of decorating inspiration for your home. Today’s post features Hotel Downtown L.A. Proper. A collaboration by designer Kelly Wearstler and Proper Hospitality. Kelly transformed an iconic and historic building in Downtown LA to a stunning, welcoming hotel. The design]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/10/30/the-dowtown-l-a-proper-hotel-by-kelly-wearstler/feed/ 0 33131 https://www.style-files.com/2023/10/23/boutique-hotel-menorca-experimental/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/10/23/boutique-hotel-menorca-experimental/#comments Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:52:43 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33121 Reborn from the gracious old bones of a 19th century finca, on 30 hectares of land, Spanish boutique hotel Menorca Experimental is designed in the spirit of an artist’s vacation cottage. Surrounded by pine groves, fragrant juniper shrubs and wildflowers, the whitewashed compound has been carefully restored—including its original vegetable garden—by a team of local craftsmen under the guidance of]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/10/23/boutique-hotel-menorca-experimental/feed/ 2 33121 https://www.style-files.com/2023/09/28/the-art-of-block-printing-beautiful-fair-trade-block-printed-linens-by-saffron-marigold/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/09/28/the-art-of-block-printing-beautiful-fair-trade-block-printed-linens-by-saffron-marigold/#respond Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:05:07 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33064 In today’s industrialized world, handmade goods made by artisans have lost their significance and have been replaced by cheaper machine-made mass-produced goods. Luckily there’s a growing movement towards handmade products that celebrate the art of craftsmanship. I myself prefer to use handmade objects in my home. They are more unique and by purchasing handmade items you help keep artisans and]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/09/28/the-art-of-block-printing-beautiful-fair-trade-block-printed-linens-by-saffron-marigold/feed/ 0 33064 https://www.style-files.com/2023/09/01/a-greek-summer-home-on-the-island-of-sifnos/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/09/01/a-greek-summer-home-on-the-island-of-sifnos/#comments Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:58:42 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=33049 It might be September but summer has not ended yet! Today’s post features a beautiful summer home on Sifnos, a Greek island belonging to the Cyclades islands group and situated in the heart of the Aegean sea, close to Milos and Serifos islands. Boasting its authentic Cycladic architecture, Sifnos is dotted with cubic whitewashed houses. This is what Conde Nast]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/09/01/a-greek-summer-home-on-the-island-of-sifnos/feed/ 1 33049 https://www.style-files.com/2023/08/24/a-stunning-farmhouse-in-tuscany-italy/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/08/24/a-stunning-farmhouse-in-tuscany-italy/#respond Thu, 24 Aug 2023 12:33:09 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32986 Villa Larniano is a romantic, elegant and secluded farmhouse villa thirty minutes from Siena. Situated in a rolling landscape of green-black cypresses and hilltop villages, Arniano commands a panoramic view across southern Tuscany at its rural best. The house is a rare find and has been lovingly converted into an unusually light and airy property by acclaimed interior designer Camilla]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/08/24/a-stunning-farmhouse-in-tuscany-italy/feed/ 0 32986 https://www.style-files.com/2023/08/23/must-have-basic-summer-clothes-every-woman-needs/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/08/23/must-have-basic-summer-clothes-every-woman-needs/#respond Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:30:00 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32980 From basic T-shirts and tanks to dresses and rompers, learn some of the unmissable basic clothes you need for this summer! With summer in full swing, we are experiencing a lot of hot and sunny days. This makes it the perfect time to opt for comfortable, lightweight, and refreshing clothing and a great place to start is with basic clothes,]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/08/23/must-have-basic-summer-clothes-every-woman-needs/feed/ 0 32980 https://www.style-files.com/2023/07/08/a-north-african-inspired-eco-retreat-in-portugal/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/07/08/a-north-african-inspired-eco-retreat-in-portugal/#respond Sat, 08 Jul 2023 10:39:29 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32968 Muxima is a beautiful forest eco-retreat that is inspired by the spirit of the African continent – Muxima is Kimbundu, an Angolan dialect, for ‘heart’. The resort is situated on a 28-hectare strand of cork and eucalyptus forest. There are a number of separate houses built in the traditional way but decorated inside with the vibrant shapes and colours of]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/07/08/a-north-african-inspired-eco-retreat-in-portugal/feed/ 0 32968 https://www.style-files.com/2023/06/15/the-ultimate-mediterranean-summer-home/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/06/15/the-ultimate-mediterranean-summer-home/#comments Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:46:53 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32953 This renovated farmhouse on the Spanis island of Formentera is the ultimate summer home. The architecture of the building and the use of natural materials and colors give this family home that rustic Mediterranean island vibe. The shady porch is the perfect spot for an al fresco meal on a lazy summer day! Credits & source: Micasa | design by]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/06/15/the-ultimate-mediterranean-summer-home/feed/ 4 32953 https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/31/a-stunning-beach-side-home-in-australia/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/31/a-stunning-beach-side-home-in-australia/#respond Wed, 31 May 2023 09:05:42 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32933 This stunning Mornington Peninsula (Australia) home, makes my heart beat faster! It has been designed by Melbourne-based architecture practice Kennedy Nolan. The brief was for a weekender and summer house which would ultimately become a more permanent place of residence. It had to be a house with low energy requirements, comfortable in both summer and winter, able to host guests]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/31/a-stunning-beach-side-home-in-australia/feed/ 0 32933 https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/28/a-manhattan-apartment-with-pops-of-colour/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/28/a-manhattan-apartment-with-pops-of-colour/#comments Sun, 28 May 2023 11:56:28 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32920 This spacious apartment located in the West Village area in the heart of Manhattan has been designed by New York-based studio Champalimaud Design. The paintings, sculptures, ethnic decor and the design furniture pieces give this bright space a touch of worldly sophistication. The wooden beamed ceiling add warmth, resulting in a well balanced modern yet cosy city apartment.]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/28/a-manhattan-apartment-with-pops-of-colour/feed/ 2 32920 https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/25/a-stunning-kitchen-in-an-old-schoolhouse/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/25/a-stunning-kitchen-in-an-old-schoolhouse/#respond Thu, 25 May 2023 08:46:56 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32906 Photographer Laura Muthesius and her wife stylist Nora Eisermann transformed a neglected former schoolhouse in the north German countryside into a stunning home. I especially love their cosy kitchen! The aesthetic of the interiors has been very much influenced by Scandinavian design. A lot of pieces are sourced from their favourite Scandinavian brands, while the kitchen cupboards are from UK]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/25/a-stunning-kitchen-in-an-old-schoolhouse/feed/ 0 32906 https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/05/designer-leanne-fords-californian-cabin/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/05/designer-leanne-fords-californian-cabin/#comments Fri, 05 May 2023 10:59:29 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32665 Can you believe that this cozy cabin once was an old hunting cabin from the 20’s?! American designer Leanne Ford bought the cabin in the canyons of LA sight unseen, the fireplace was just calling her name. I love the neutral colour scheme and how the objects and various materials give layer and warmth to the rooms. You can see]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/05/05/designer-leanne-fords-californian-cabin/feed/ 1 32665 https://www.style-files.com/2023/04/16/meson-hidalgo-a-unique-boutique-hotel-in-mexico/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/04/16/meson-hidalgo-a-unique-boutique-hotel-in-mexico/#comments Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:24:31 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32556 Mesón Hidalgo is a house like no other in the heart of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. This unique hotel offers a unique experience of hospitality and lifestyle with its three luxury rooms. There are also three boutiques housed in the building: Laura Kirar (interior accessories), Carla Fernández (fashion) and Xinú (perfums). Every item that you see in the hotel]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/04/16/meson-hidalgo-a-unique-boutique-hotel-in-mexico/feed/ 1 32556 https://www.style-files.com/2023/03/12/a-palm-springs-inspired-beach-house-in-australia/ https://www.style-files.com/2023/03/12/a-palm-springs-inspired-beach-house-in-australia/#comments Sun, 12 Mar 2023 11:37:13 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32894 Yo Caba Caba is a Palm Springs inspired holiday home in Bogangar, Australia. With its uplifting colors the house is a dopamine hit designed to be your ultimate mood lifter to set the holiday tone! Unwind by the pool, walk to the beach, hit the local cafes or toast marshmallows by the fire. Are you ready to go? You can]]> https://www.style-files.com/2023/03/12/a-palm-springs-inspired-beach-house-in-australia/feed/ 2 32894 https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/20/sweater-weather-favorites/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/20/sweater-weather-favorites/#respond Thu, 20 Oct 2022 09:29:23 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32862 Some Sweater Weather Favorites! Above: Animal Print Jumper Above: Cashmere Cardigan Above: Wool Scarf Above: Crossbody Leather Bag Above: Mohair Jumper Above: Wool Scarf Above: Wool Blend Scarf Above: Pile Sweatshirt Above: Sherpa Coat]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/20/sweater-weather-favorites/feed/ 0 32862 https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/14/lon-retreat-in-australia/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/14/lon-retreat-in-australia/#respond Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:24:29 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32866 At Lon Retreat, located on the Bellarine Peninsula in Australia, you can escape the busyness of life on over 200 acres of rural and conservation land, hidden away on a hill by the ocean. Lon Retreat opened its doors in October 2018 as a home-hotel and a 20 year dream fulfilled for owners Claire & Rob Gemes on the family]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/14/lon-retreat-in-australia/feed/ 0 32866 https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/13/fall-favorite-fashion-items/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/13/fall-favorite-fashion-items/#respond Thu, 13 Oct 2022 10:18:33 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32832 It is definitely sweater weather in this part of the work so its is a good time to post some fall favorite fashion items! Above: Heart Embroidered Jumper Above: Tote Bag | Fringed Wool Blanket Scarf | Leather Belt | Burlington Socks Above: Striped Jumper Above: Belted Short Sleeve Jumpsuit Above: Fringed Wool Blanket Scarf | Earrings Above: Jeans |]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/13/fall-favorite-fashion-items/feed/ 0 32832 https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/10/a-rustic-chic-summer-home-on-formentera/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/10/a-rustic-chic-summer-home-on-formentera/#respond Mon, 10 Oct 2022 07:32:19 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32819 Hidden between majestic pines, in the countryside of Formentera and a stone’s throw from the sea, Villa Lilou is a masterpiece of ancient architecture and bohemian decor. Completely restored, it offers a multitude of al fresco spaces where to gather for happy family lunches and where to savor the sweetness of the evenings on the island. Its interiors, combining rustic]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/10/a-rustic-chic-summer-home-on-formentera/feed/ 0 32819 https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/04/a-lovely-apartment-in-the-provence-for-rent/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/04/a-lovely-apartment-in-the-provence-for-rent/#respond Tue, 04 Oct 2022 06:58:01 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32799 This lovely home in the Provence (which can be rented here on Airbnb) has been decorated with a passion for antique objects and materials, colours and shapes. The 45-square meter apartment is situated on the 2nd and last floor of a XIXth century building in Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. It is entirely renovated with ancient materials and one-of-a-kind pieces collected at antique fairs,]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/10/04/a-lovely-apartment-in-the-provence-for-rent/feed/ 0 32799 https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/27/timeless-versatile-clothing-pieces-build-a-capsule-wardrobe/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/27/timeless-versatile-clothing-pieces-build-a-capsule-wardrobe/#respond Tue, 27 Sep 2022 08:22:34 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32782 Having a ‘capsule wardrobe’ has definitely made my life easier. Before I had a full closet with lots of options. And the more options you have, the more overwhelming the choice, the less likely you are to make a good decision. Our brains become overwhelmed by too many options, which is also known as analysis paralysis. This is what happens]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/27/timeless-versatile-clothing-pieces-build-a-capsule-wardrobe/feed/ 0 32782 https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/25/jayson-homes-passion-for-beautiful-things/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/25/jayson-homes-passion-for-beautiful-things/#comments Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:55:05 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32755 There is no shortage of beautiful interior shops in my part of the world but there a some overseas shop where I really would like to shop. Jayson Home (based in the USA) is one of those shops. At Jayson Home, beautiful things aren’t just a passion — they’re their obsession. For over two decades, they have been scouring the]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/25/jayson-homes-passion-for-beautiful-things/feed/ 1 32755 https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/16/feminine-workwear-that-is-stylish-and-professional/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/16/feminine-workwear-that-is-stylish-and-professional/#respond Fri, 16 Sep 2022 07:31:28 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32737 Today’s post is all about feminine office workwear with a casual French flair. I like office wear that is stylish but that isn’t too rigid. Here are some suggestions of items that make you look professional as well as stylish. Tip: pearl jewellery pieces give an instant chic touch to your outfit. Above: Oversized Tweed Blazer | Flared Jeans |]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/09/16/feminine-workwear-that-is-stylish-and-professional/feed/ 0 32737 https://www.style-files.com/2022/08/27/french-interior-store-la-metairie-de-montgeard/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/08/27/french-interior-store-la-metairie-de-montgeard/#comments Sat, 27 Aug 2022 06:14:06 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32708 Located in the heart of the charming French village of Montgeard La Métairie de Montgeard is a interior and concept store that brings together inspirations from all over the world. Both contemporary and traditional, La Métairie de Montgeard aims to be timeless. Respect and love for materials and materials are at the heart of the shop’s values. Source & credits:]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/08/27/french-interior-store-la-metairie-de-montgeard/feed/ 5 32708 https://www.style-files.com/2022/08/11/beautiful-riad-jardin-secret-in-marrakech/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/08/11/beautiful-riad-jardin-secret-in-marrakech/#comments Thu, 11 Aug 2022 09:38:27 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32683 Years ago I had an unforgettable holiday in Marrakech, Morocco. I would love to go back for a family holiday and]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/08/11/beautiful-riad-jardin-secret-in-marrakech/feed/ 1 32683 https://www.style-files.com/2022/07/08/beautiful-holiday-villas-on-zakynthos-in-greece/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/07/08/beautiful-holiday-villas-on-zakynthos-in-greece/#respond Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:19:55 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32620 The Peligoni Club is a family-run beach club in the secluded north of Zakynthos, an island in Greece. They offer a carefully selected range of private villas, cottages and B&Bs, either by the sea or in the beautiful hills of north Zakynthos. Villa Aria for instance, a beautiful holiday home that has been transformed with the help of amazing local]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/07/08/beautiful-holiday-villas-on-zakynthos-in-greece/feed/ 0 32620 https://www.style-files.com/2022/07/05/a-renovated-finca-for-sale-in-the-mallorcan-countryside/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/07/05/a-renovated-finca-for-sale-in-the-mallorcan-countryside/#respond Tue, 05 Jul 2022 09:51:58 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32600 This beautiful Finca in Mallorca provides a unique blend of timeless architectural features and modern finishes. The original structure is a farmhouse from the 1940s which has been completely renovated and upgraded to modern standards. The house is for sale but you have to bring €3.5 million. For those who don’t have this kind of money but who do want]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/07/05/a-renovated-finca-for-sale-in-the-mallorcan-countryside/feed/ 0 32600 https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/18/summertime-black-white/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/18/summertime-black-white/#respond Sat, 18 Jun 2022 14:00:12 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32579 Black & white is such a classic combination. Also for summer! Above: Twist Top. Floral Button Swimsuit | Crocheted Straw Bucket Hat | Patch Pocket Denim Shorts | Veja Sneakers | Striped Light Wool Scarf | A-Line Lace Top in black | Pareo Skirt (sold out) | Flat Sandals (sold out | Striped Bikini Top Above: A-Line Lace Top Above:]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/18/summertime-black-white/feed/ 0 32579 https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/17/summertime-pink-brown-straw/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/17/summertime-pink-brown-straw/#respond Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:45:04 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32573 Above: pink dress. Oversized Shirt | Dangling Stone Pendant Earrings | Wide Brim Straw Hat | Gola Classics Mark Cox sneakers | Floral Bandeau Bikini Top | Studded Suede Wooden Clogs | Crossbody Straw Bag | Crocheted Straw Bucket Hat Above: Wide Brim Straw Hat Above: Studded Suede Wooden Clogs]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/17/summertime-pink-brown-straw/feed/ 0 32573 https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/09/stylish-affordable-summer-fashion-items/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/09/stylish-affordable-summer-fashion-items/#respond Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:45:33 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32543 Summer is almost here so I thought it is time to post some stylish yet affordable fashion items. Above: crocheted straw bucket hat & ruffled swimsuitS. striped bathing suit | terry shorts | oversized linen shirt | floral bikini top | necklace | ruffle bikini bra | ruffle bikini briefs |denim shorts | ribbon brim straw hat]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/06/09/stylish-affordable-summer-fashion-items/feed/ 0 32543 https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/27/a-beautiful-family-holiday-retreat-in-australia/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/27/a-beautiful-family-holiday-retreat-in-australia/#respond Wed, 27 Apr 2022 08:00:28 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32527 Beautiful Woorak House in Palm Beach, Australia, is a young family’s holiday retreat. The project was a full ground up build, a collaboration between the owners, Australian design firm CM Studio and the builder to bring together a truly unique home that is calming, handcrafted and family friendly. All spaces were designed to create joyful moments for the young family]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/27/a-beautiful-family-holiday-retreat-in-australia/feed/ 0 32527 https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/20/boutique-hotel-pensao-agricola-in-southern-portugal/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/20/boutique-hotel-pensao-agricola-in-southern-portugal/#comments Wed, 20 Apr 2022 10:25:18 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32507 The fertile agricultural zone of the Sotavento (eastern) end of the Algarve in Portugal, has recently borne fresh fruit – a new, rural hotel called Pensão Agrícola. This undiscovered spot, framed by orange, fig, almond and arbutus trees, nestles between the historic town of Tavira and Cacela Velha, a picturesque clifftop fishing village, just 1.5km from the Formosa delta and]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/20/boutique-hotel-pensao-agricola-in-southern-portugal/feed/ 2 32507 https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/13/the-sorrento-beach-house-in-australia/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/13/the-sorrento-beach-house-in-australia/#comments Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:11:34 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32492 Nestled amongst holiday homes on the edge of Port Phillip Bay (Australia), the Sorrento Beach House has been conceived with a nostalgia for the simple forms and materials of holiday homes of the past. The home, which is designed by Pandolfini Architects, is composed of five separate pavilions arranged around a central outdoor living space. The house eschews the competition]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/13/the-sorrento-beach-house-in-australia/feed/ 1 32492 https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/03/a-tiny-summer-house-in-three-oaks-michigan-usa/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/03/a-tiny-summer-house-in-three-oaks-michigan-usa/#comments Sun, 03 Apr 2022 11:59:03 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=30855 I love this tiny house, it is so clever and cozy! This is the summer home in Three Oaks Michigan (1.5 hours from Chicago) belonging to designer Jorie Burns and her family of 5 + dog. It measures 385 sq/ft (not including the double lofts) and although it is small there is plenty of space for each family member. Jorie]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/04/03/a-tiny-summer-house-in-three-oaks-michigan-usa/feed/ 6 30855 https://www.style-files.com/2022/03/24/a-modern-desert-home-in-palm-springs/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/03/24/a-modern-desert-home-in-palm-springs/#comments Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:32:46 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32481 This contemporary desert home in Palm Springs, USA, has been designed by architect firm Woods + Dangaran. From siting to floor plan to finishes, this residence is deeply connected to the desert environment and its context in the hills above Palm Springs. Surrounded by boulders and spanning a natural arroyo, the home is lifted above existing site features, yet still]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/03/24/a-modern-desert-home-in-palm-springs/feed/ 2 32481 https://www.style-files.com/2022/03/09/a-designers-holiday-home-in-mexico/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/03/09/a-designers-holiday-home-in-mexico/#respond Wed, 09 Mar 2022 10:09:15 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32028 After spending many childhood holidays in Baja California, Mexico, Brooklyn-based interior designer Alex Boudreau and her family purchased a quarter acre of beachfront property in Todos Santos. The construction on the house became a group effort and the beautiful result is for many to enjoy. Alex: “By the the end of the year, I’ll have a total of eight nieces]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/03/09/a-designers-holiday-home-in-mexico/feed/ 0 32028 https://www.style-files.com/2022/02/25/springtime-in-paris/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/02/25/springtime-in-paris/#respond Fri, 25 Feb 2022 09:17:30 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32470 Some iconic fashion pieces that are inspired by springtime in Paris. I especially love that flower embroidery sweater! Above: Playful Embroidery Knit Sweater | Flared High Waist Jeans Above: Printed Collarless Button Up Blouse | Flared High Waist Jeans Above: Belted Denim Jumpsuit Above: Scalloped Embroidery Blouse | Flared High Waist Jeans Above: Printed Collarless Button Up Blouse | Patchwork]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/02/25/springtime-in-paris/feed/ 0 32470 https://www.style-files.com/2022/02/17/a-beach-house-on-south-africas-west-coast/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/02/17/a-beach-house-on-south-africas-west-coast/#comments Thu, 17 Feb 2022 15:13:15 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32458 This lovely holiday home in Yzerfontein on South Africa’s West Coast was once an abandoned hangar. Architects Rhett Williams-Jones and Lawden Holmes transformed it into a beautiful beach house that is available for rent through Airbnb. The location makes it a perfect stay for surfers but everybody who loves the ocean and nature will enjoy the beautiful surroundings.]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/02/17/a-beach-house-on-south-africas-west-coast/feed/ 1 32458 https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/27/sweater-weather-inspiration/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/27/sweater-weather-inspiration/#respond Thu, 27 Jan 2022 10:58:12 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32443 It is still sweater weather so here is another roundup of my favorite winter items. Above: Cable Knit Colour Block Sweater Above: I have this Wide Press Crease Jeans and love it (the cut is wide but not too wide). Above: Relaxed Asymmetric Knit Cardigan Above: Striped Knit Sweater Rib Knit Wrap Cardigan Above: Voluminous Rib Knit Cardigan Belted Plaid]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/27/sweater-weather-inspiration/feed/ 0 32443 https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/13/a-designers-townhouse-in-new-york/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/13/a-designers-townhouse-in-new-york/#comments Thu, 13 Jan 2022 11:11:55 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32099 Athena Calderone is a multi tasker: she is a Brooklyn-based designer, chef, author and founder of online lifestyle site EyeSwoon. Together with her husband Victor she renovated their beautiful brownstone townhouse in New York. Their bright home is decorated in a mix of antiques and contemporary design which results in a stylish decor with lots of personality. If you like]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/13/a-designers-townhouse-in-new-york/feed/ 3 32099 https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/04/jade-jaggers-bohemian-home-on-formentera/ https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/04/jade-jaggers-bohemian-home-on-formentera/#comments Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:20:19 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=31456 This is Jade Jagger’s beautiful bohemian home on Spanish island Formentera. After several years of living on Ibiza, Jade moved to smaller and quieter Formentera. Formentera may be only a short boat ride (11 km) from Ibiza, but has maintained the authenticity that has been partially lost on the neighboring island. Here she and her family bought a traditional Finca]]> https://www.style-files.com/2022/01/04/jade-jaggers-bohemian-home-on-formentera/feed/ 10 31456 https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/19/a-stylish-19th-century-home-in-the-heart-of-barcelona/ https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/19/a-stylish-19th-century-home-in-the-heart-of-barcelona/#comments Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:29:02 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=31631 It is hard to believe that this tranquil 19th century home is situated in the heart of Barcelona. The family home belonging to decorator Marta Tobella even has a small pool and truly is an oasis in the middle of a big city. The decor is a mix of minimalistic and traditional styles, combining natural materials and serene color tones.]]> https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/19/a-stylish-19th-century-home-in-the-heart-of-barcelona/feed/ 2 31631 https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/18/the-day-before-christmas/ https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/18/the-day-before-christmas/#comments Sat, 18 Dec 2021 09:29:55 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=29784 One more day to go until Christmas! On this day I like to prepare the Christmas table and go into our garden to find natural Christmas table decorations. These are beautiful, inexpensive and environmental friendly! I use ilex and branches from the bay leaf tree to create a centerpiece (just place the branches casually on the middle of the table]]> https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/18/the-day-before-christmas/feed/ 1 29784 https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/18/a-beautiful-swedish-apartment-in-neutral-tones/ https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/18/a-beautiful-swedish-apartment-in-neutral-tones/#comments Sat, 18 Dec 2021 09:13:29 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=31907 This lovely apartment is located with a quiet and peaceful courtyard in a beautiful turn of the century property. Tranquility reigns in this part of Gothenburg in Sweden. Through beautiful windows the light flows in and the silence is total. The floor plan is space efficient and offers a spacious living room with generous living areas, a cozy kitchen with]]> https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/18/a-beautiful-swedish-apartment-in-neutral-tones/feed/ 1 31907 https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/10/paris-chic-look/ https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/10/paris-chic-look/#respond Fri, 10 Dec 2021 11:07:12 +0000 https://www.style-files.com/?p=32426 Effortlessly elegant with a touch of polished rock ‘n’ roll. Stories presents the Parisian chic look – a modern classic that evokes the essence of Paris. Above: Gold Button Tweed Jacket (available in white and in black) | Flared Patch Pocket Jeans | Braid Buckle Croco Leather Belt Above: Suede Kitten Heel Ankle Boots | Ruffled Lace Blouse | Bouclé]]> https://www.style-files.com/2021/12/10/paris-chic-look/feed/ 0 32426