For our editors, an escape to nature is always welcome, and it’s with great pleasure that we present a breathtaking iteration of nature’s resources in this vacation home by Brazilian firm mf+arquitetos. Casa Q04L63 is a sophisticated dwelling that celebrates warm natural materials like timber and lush greenery, against the...
Casa Mas is a testament that Miami's restrictive development codes and lot limitations cannot hold back an innovative designer from creating a spectacular piece of residential architecture. Doo Architecture, based in Miami and Barcelona, designed the home as a collection of raw concrete volumes. Design elements such as natural light,...
Sim-Plex Design Studio and its founder Patrick Lam cross boundaries in their approach to renovations of small spaces. Having himself experienced what life is like in a tightly fitted apartment, Lam uses that knowledge to invoke his ideas for these projects. On the island of Lantau, this creative thinker fused...
There is no doubt that South Florida has a vibrant art scene that draws collectors from all over the world, including IDF's chic community of readers. So it would only be natural that a New York art appraiser and her spouse would eventually seek a warm retreat for their frequent visits to...
Let's drift away to Corona del Mar on Newport Beach with one of our favorite designers, Rachel Horn. For her glorious Bahia Serena project, Rachel worked with award-winning architect, Brion S. Jeannette, on every detail of the interior, exterior and garden of this stunning 17,000 sq ft home on the...
As the notion of working from home quickly went from 'luxury' to 'urgent need' this year, the need for designing an efficient and supportive workspace in the home is necessary for success. A well-designed plan can offer you a comfortable, productive, and rewarding place to work. Here are some key...
In our increasingly digitized world, where everything from our phones to our thermostats is “smart,” it should come as no surprise that virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are starting to play a role in the design industry. It’s a logical relationship: designers have always imagined new or re-imagined...
Sneak a peek into the exquisite dwelling of a passionate collector of contemporary Argentine art. The (very private) client was looking for a place to live in the center of Buenos Aires, an old apartment of good dimensions, and where he could flexibly display his paintings if the collection was...
Come away with us on a short escape to the Seaholm Residences in Austin, TX, where designer Maureen Stevens has transformed the space into a chic retreat where bold colors and geometric patterns flourish. The client expressed a desire for a boutique hotel vibe with all the frills, an opportunity...
GOGO design group was hired by a lovely couple from Lake Forest, Illinois to create their new lake home in Arden Hills, Minnesota. The house is perched on the banks of Lake Josephine, one of Minnesota’s many majestic Lakes. Their goal was to transform an older home into a soulful...
Our editors were blown away by the sophistication and charm of this Naples vacation home, envisioned by Chicago-based designer Summer Thornton. This home in Naples Florida was a ground-up build where the designer was brought in to oversee interior architecture and interior design choosing finishes as well as furnishings & decor throughout. The...
At EV we just love this international project, where new life was infused to this old structure, for a modern, minimalist feel. Instead of opting for the Scandinavian minimalism of many contemporary renovations, Stockholm-based design house Note Design Studio chose to use shades of yellow, green and pink when transforming this old...
Our editors are entranced by the texture and colors of the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore. The lavish luxury lodge hosts 128-rooms on Recreation Pier, in the vibrant waterfront community of Fell’s Point and overlooks Baltimore’s Harbor. Opened in March 2017, the hotel quickly became one of the leading names in hospitality design...
GOGO Design Group recently shared an amazing experience with a Northbrook, Illinois client who dreamed of creating her own personal Spa Retreat. After sharing her inspiration photos featuring monochromatic, contemporary interiors punctuated by subtle rustic elements, we defined her Spa Bath Vision as Rustic Contemporary, a design style that blended perfectly with the...
Justin M. Riordan, founder of Spade and Archer Design Agency in Portland, Seattle and Palm Springs, shares some simple home staging secrets homeowners can take a cue from. 1. Avoid buying colored furniture. Red, sofas go out of style faster than bell bottom jeans. The same goes for any other color of...
Austin may be a landlocked city, but that doesn’t stop residents from finding ways to enjoy the water. Jennifer Fisher, Principal Designer and Owner of J.Fisher Interiors, has renovated the perfect modern lake house getaway right outside of Austin. Away from the hustle and bustle, this luxe minimalist retreat offers...
GOGO design group recently transformed a home for a wonderful couple who live in a Chicago North Shore suburb. During the first meeting, the client described the home as functional, but for many years there were many elements that she didn’t like, such as the black and gray color scheme...
The relocation of designers Vincent Lim and Elaine Lu to Hong Kong has produced a marvelous vision of colors, shine and modern flare. This now uber-fabulous apartment had been in Lim's family for years, but the closed-off space called for new life. The couple, who are founders of the namesake firm Lim+Lu— used...
The clichéd masculine room is usually either a dark, messy man cave with sports posters and an ancient, ripped-up leather couch; or a stale, minimalist and ultramodern space with chrome fixtures and bare windows that speaks more 'gallery' than actual living quarters. It’s time to break out of those tired...
As long as you've got a blank wall or a bare fence that needs beautifying, you can tend edibles, annuals, even perennials and transform any space. One of our favorite vertical garden trends is the use of greenery in small living space. Bringing live plants into reduced, modern apartments has been...
When it comes to elegance, style and glamour, the French sure know a thing or two about très chic living. It’s no coincidence that Paris is one of the foremost fashion capitals of the world, served as a playground for the iconic Coco Chanel and was the birthplace for the...
In the hierarchy of designing or decorating a home; accessories usually come last. Of course, it doesn’t mean they are less important. The finishing touches can truly make or break a space. As the great Dorothy Draper (the fairy Godmother of decorating & the equivalent of Coco Chanel in fashion)...
If you are one of the few parents- to-be who elects to save the surprise of baby’s sex for delivery day, you can still prepare an adorable, fitting room in advance for your sweet pea. Create a modern nursery using neutral colors. Designed by SISSY+MARLEY, we found Finn’s room to...
When I die, I hope the waiting room in heaven is furnished with an ornate tufted settee, a collage of vases with lush peonies and a chandelier with thousands of cascading translucent glass drops. It’s not uncommon to find me drooling over the pages of magazines, contemplating impossible-to-find artwork, intricate...
EV is proud to bring you the amazing work of renowned Austin-based interior designer Rachel Horn. She traveled to San Miguel de Allende to give us a glimpse of Mexico’s gorgeous culture and history through her work at La Casa Dragones. At the epicenter of Mexico’s silver trade in the late...
Looking for a new idea for a tired fireplace? These fabulous fireplaces look gorgeous, warm toes, and transform each space with style and character. A dramatic marble fireplace surround anchors the light-filled great room, which looks outside through expansive windows. Hintgen designed twin chaise lounges, made by Van Peursem and covered...
Challenging the confines of traditional design, Toronto designer Lori Morris has been offering clients an exceptionally luxurious experience in the world of interiors since 1987. This firm employs over 25 workers, specializing in high-end residential and commercial properties. Although Lori Morris lives in Toronto, she has practiced her unparalleled art both nationally and internationally...
The Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa celebrates the next phase of its newly fashioned Palm Beach luxury philosophy by partnering with Jonathan Adler to redefine the guest experience with rooms full of elegant surprises, including his signature accents to add style, craft, and joy to the lives of resort...
Rachel Horn is an international design muse who has called Austin home, while still operating out of her workshop in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Her rich design approach, worldly perspectives and exclusive clientele more than qualify this blond bombshell as one of our IDF Tastemakers. Here’s why...
Tucked away on the street level of Post South Lamar’s apartment complex in Austin is a quaint, authentic tapas eatery called Barlata. If you have never been to Barcelona or tasted traditional Spanish dishes before such as patatas bravas or paella, you are in luck. Designed by architect Michael Hsu as...