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Relaxing Holiday Home Converted from an Old Farmhouse in France by Septembre

Paris-based architects Septembre converted a 19th-century farmhouse in Loire Valley, France for a couple and their two children as a getaway from Paris and London, where they own art galleries. Description by Septembre: Conversion of an old farmhouse into a summer home. The project consist of keeping as much as possible of the old structure while adapting it to a new use. Discrete interventions on the internal fittings and use [...]

 

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Relaxing Slavik Summerhouse in Sweden by Arkitekt Mats Fahlander

Arkitekt Mats Fahlander  designed the Slavik Summerhouse that appears to be floating above the rocks located between two Fjords on the Swedish northern Westcoast.  [via ignant]

 

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Homey Sereine Residence in France by Septembre

Paris-based studio Septembre beautifully transformed an old farmhouse in France into an absolutely cozy summer home. According to the team: “The project consists of keeping as much as possible of the old structure while adapting it to a new use. Discrete interventions on the internal fittings and use of rugged materials with natural appearance allows for a gentle preservation of the initial appearance of the building.” Photos by Linus Ricard via [...]

 

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Relaxing Summer House in Sweden by Tham & Videgård Arkitekter

A progressive architectural and design firm, Tham & Videgård Arkitekter , has designed this very relaxing summer house in Lagnö, Sweden. Known for its approach that takes into consideration practical, theoretical, social and environmental issues, the firm designed the summer house as an integral part of nature. The weight and color scale of the house connect to the archipelago granite bedrock. What makes this residence more interesting is the design of [...]

 

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Blissful Casa Tataui by Vera Iachia

Interior design and architecture studio Vera Iachia designed the Casa Tutui located in Portugal. This paradise of a summer house evokes peaceful and serenity with the use of a neutral palette and natural materials. The integration of dried wood in its interior add texture and warmth. Photos from Vera Iachia

 

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Perfect Summer Home in Palmarola, Italy

Disconnect from the busy life and fall in love with an Italian island called Palmarola. Here’s one of the few beautiful homes here. Painted with serene blue and white dabbed with yellow details. More than that, you’ll never tire observing the turquoise waters, rocky walls and the colorful backdrops. Photos by  Bernard Touillon via 79ideas and Marie Claire

 

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Beautiful Summer Home in Norway

What’s your dream summer home? Have a look at this summer home in Skåtøy, on the coast of Norway. Views from inside the house is just breathtaking. Most of the house was opened to the archipelago, ‘bringing the outside in’. Low maintenance materials were used, like untreated wood and stonewalls. And it looks charming.    Architects:  As Arkitekter Filter Location:  Skåtøy, Norway Photos by Elisabeth Hudson   [via plataformaarquitectura]

 

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Warm Summer Home + Beautiful Views

Imagine sitting in that living area, enjoying moments of stories and laughter with friends and family with a very pretty view of the outside. Perfect isn’t it? Swedish stylist Katarina Grundströmer really did well in designing this weekend home. It goes way back actually, the 1940s. And it got renovated wonderfully to this bright, cozy home. A great getaway for the summer and holidays! Have a look and be sure to look out for [...]

 

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Julia + Peter's Summer Home in Mellby

Couple Julia and Peter built this house as inspired by summer homes in Sweden. A welcoming place with a functional and open floor plan. The living and kitchen area is perfect for both socializing and cooking. The best part of the house would be the natural light. Almost wrapping this home are huge windows to let the sun in. All the more adding warmth to this space. There’s also a [...]