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Located in Switzerland, and originally built in the 17th century, this Swiss chateau has much character, and historical details. With roughly 9,000 square feet of living space and plenty of outdoor space, this home is ideal for a family. In 1996 the home was fully renovated and is listed as an Eco-friendly built home. (ABOVE) The home's backyard features beautifully manicured hedges and flowers. I love the ivy that is growing on the stone facade. Off the left side of the home is a small elevated patio, perfect for entertaining and soaking in the the views. (BELOW 1) Directly off the back of the home is a ground level patio. I am a huge fan of the gardens around the patio. It's not overly landscaped and has a great variation of flowers and greens. (BELOW 2) As you walk around the grounds you'll be pleasantly surprised to see a trellis. Under the trellis are small seating areas, perfect to rest under the green. The seating areas are private, yet one can still soak in the views and admire the well kept lawn. (BELOW 3) From the upper floors of the home one can admire the hills and mountains of Autigny, Switzerland. It's so nice to see so much undeveloped land. (BELOW 4) This close up view of the home's back, really shows the overscaled roof. For me, the roof makes the home as gorgeous as it is. The roof is the heart of the home. The wood beans really soften the white stone facade and add much Swiss character. The home has both a mixture of Mediterranean style and country style. What do you think of the home?

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Georgian Colonial On Round Hill

Located in Greenwich, Connecticut this stunning farmhouse features eleven acres of prime real estate. The estate has seen many renovations since it was built and all owners have preserved its historic Georgian Colonial architecture. (ABOVE) The washed brick and double hung windows give the home an iconic American look. It's a beautiful home with so much character. (BELOW 1) Two pillars welcome visitors at the entrance to the driveway. The home's exterior landscaping is very natural and not overly manicured thus giving much charm. (BELOW 2) The back patio has a great view of much of the property. What a great place to kick back and relax. (BELOW 3) This backyard patio features a covered area. Definitely the perfect place to entertain without getting rained on. The brick wall in the background makes a strong architectural statement. What do you think of the home and it's outdoor spaces?

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Classic Spanish Style House

Palm Beach, Florida is known for its grand homes that are designed in the Spanish architectural style. However, most of these homes are newly built, and lack the character of older homes. This amazing 1919 classic Spanish-style home was designed by architect Addison Mizner. The 10-bedroom villa is located on over 1.5 acres of land and has breathtaking ocean front views. (ABOVE) The back of the house features a large lawn, and patio. The lawn faces the ocean, so it's a great place to relax, play, and soak in the view. The architecture looks so impressive. I love the balconies and Terra Cotta roof. White homes always look so fresh. (BELOW 1) The property is located rather close to the ocean. Don't worry about it being destroyed in a hurricane though, it has already stood here for over 90 years. (BELOW 2) The crystal clear water of South Florida is breathtaking. A walk along the shore sounds really good right now.

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The Perfect Hamptons Getaway

This beautiful home located in Southampton, NY is set on three acres of wonderfully manicured grounds. It's the quintessential Hamptons-style property with wood siding and clean white moldings. (ABOVE) I am a huge fan of landscape architect, Ed Hollander's work. The property feels fresh and is not overly done. (BELOW 1) The front of the home is nestled between flowers and shrubs. Despite the home's over eleven thousand square feet of space, it still feels cozy. One of my favorite parts of the home is its front porch. Even though it's not huge, it still serves as a relaxing space that can be wonderfully decorated and enjoyed. (BELOW 2) The backyard makes up for the home's lack of ocean front views. The lawn is absolutely divine as it's perfect for hosting a party. All it needs is a few well decorated dining tables, and your good to go! (BELOW 3) The swimming pool does not fall short of my expectations. I can just image cooling off after a hard day of work under the waterfall! And with all the shrubs behind it, the neighbors are the least of my concerns. (BELOW 4) After a dip in the pool, the pool house is your next stop. To the right of the pool house is a tree-shaded patio. How beautiful! What do you love about this home and its well landscaped grounds?

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This Living Room featured in Elle Decor, would look great in the above Hamptons home. Interiors in the Hamptons are often very light with a burst of color. I love the blue pillows and lamps. They add the right amount of color and are definitely the right choice for this Hamptons-inspired space. I also love the leopard print stools! They add an unexpected touch to the space, and every space needs something unexpected. What do you love about this space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

Labels: Architecture, Design

Moving In: Italian Art Nouveau Villa

For this week's "Moving In" post I've decided to move in to this brilliant Italian Art Nouveau Villa, located in Brescia, Italy. The six bedroom, seven bathroom home is just the right amount of house! I imagine keeping the interiors more modern, clean, and simple, with a vintage flair and subtle pops of color. (ABOVE) When you pass the gate and drive up the long driveway you're greeted by classic Italian sculptures. Being that we're actually in Italy, I don't mind the classic sculptures. (BELOW 1) The home has a very classic architectural design. I like how the roof overhangs, as well as the unique details at the top, just below the roof. (BELOW 2) The stain glass windows surrounding the entry bring some character to the home. They make the right statement. I'm curious as to what the inscription above the windows states. Can anyone read it? (BELOW 3) To the right of the home is this patio. I like how the greens are growing above. What a great place to entertain, right by the pool. The space could use a little more furnishings. Maybe a sitting area? (BELOW 4) The property has many green areas. The property is well landscaped and features a pool! I'm sold. Would you move in?

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The Dining Room: (1) Chandelier in Murano Glass from Justine Modern, (2) Tesselated Bone Desk Attributed to Enrique Garcel from Stripe Vintage Modern, (3) Vintage Moroccan Berber Carpet from Art Oriental GmbH, The Living Room: (5) "Cubic" Chandelier Gaetano Sciolari from Modern Drama, (6) Paul McCobb Settee from Converso, (7) Pedro Friedeberg Untitled Painting Signed 6/12

The Casual Look: (1) Peter Pilotto Leena Printed Top, (2) Michael Kors Stretch Shorts, (3) Loeffler Randall Simona Band Sandals, (4) Oliver Peoples Eyewear Afton Photochromic Sunglasses, (5) Hipanema Saint Tropez Bracelet, (6) Marc by Marc Jacobs Natural Selection Alicia Bag, The Formal Look: (7) J.Crew Mia Macramé Dress, (8) Dita Amant Sunglasses, (9) Shourouk Cora Zambia Rainbow Necklace, (10) Plomo Richelle Buckle Pumps

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Elegant Stone Manor

I love this home located in Virginia! It's set on over five acres of a wonderfully landscaped grounds. With six bedrooms and over 20,000 square feet of living space, you'll surely find privacy. (ABOVE) A great stone wall and iron gate protect the home and add curb appeal. From the street the home looks fabulous! (BELOW 1) As you pull around the driveway you'll be greeted by shrubs, a manicured lawn, and stone facade. It all looks so perfect! (BELOW 2) This courtyard joins the two separate wings. I love the hedges, trees, and flowers. It looks like such a wonderful place to relax. (BELOW 3) The backyard patio is a great place to dine and relax. Isn't the stone floor beautiful? (BELOW 4) The pool feels like it's apart of the main property, yet feels private. You can relax under the trellis or get some sun on the pool deck. (BELOW 5) A private garden leads you into an open backyard perfect for playing with the kids or the family dog! (BELOW 6) I love wide open lawns like this. Having a dog, I can just picture a good chase back here! What do you think of the home?

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Moving In: Hidden Valley Estate