( City Home with a Contemporary Country Feel )

I would describe myself as a bit of a city, but I love the cosiness of country living. This home below is a wonderful example of how to achieve a comfortable yet contemporary, country style in the middle of the hustle and bustle of city life. 
Lucky for somebody, this Swedish two-story penthouse in the middle of Sweden, is for sale... I wish I was the lucky buyer!!! Renovated by Marianne Aaron Architect this stunning home boasts a glamorous, elegant, yet rustic style. The dark timber feature are timelessly fused with very contemporary furnishes and clean lines. 
The large living room is perfect, especially with the fireplace niche in the sidewall for storage of firewood. The painted black windows are a great contrast with the brown floor, and beautiful in wide boards.

I was charmed by the kitchen, with marble table and bench with cushions in rustic linen.
In the attic the roof structure was kept exposed, with brick walls were painted white and the floor, unlike the lower floor was coated with beautiful ceramic tiles.
I like the harmony in decorating, neutrality, lighting and cosy result. I would actually go as far as saying that this home is just perfect... When can I move in? ;)

Images via: Skeppsholmen

( FEATURE HOME - New York farmhouse )

As soon as I saw this renovation I knew I had to share it with you. A rustic-modern farmhouse that seem to embody all the design details I look for in a home. This wonderful place mixes ultra clean lines with very powerful traditional detailing. The architectural craftsmanship creates the perfect foundation for the stunning eclectic interior which has been chosen to perfection. I could move into this as it is... well, with a few danish modern pieces and some of my family photos thrown in :)
Happy Friday all.

Images via: Architectural Digest

( FEATURE HOME: Home by Chinese Jesus )

Chinese Jesus is a Venice, California based studio devoted to modern and luxurious residential design.
Their services range from whole space planning and interior design, to the design and crafting of original furniture and objects. 
Their cabinetry and built-in furniture is sculptural in sensibility with refined proportions that integrate seamlessly into modern architecture. 
Each project is infused with graceful luxury, warmth and attention to detail that is always an intimate and personal reflection of the client. 
They employ diverse means to realise this vision: handsome woods, nuanced stone, cleanly defined furniture and fixtures, vintage lighting, luxurious rugs, custom upholstery and works of art.
Led by designers Mike Lee and Deborah Rumens, Chinese Jesus is comprised of dedicated individuals with diverse backgrounds in art, design and construction.

Chinese Jesus believes in: boldness and beauty • timelessness • enduring craftsmanship • integrity and authenticity • letting materials speak • being intimate with the details • living and working with passion... All of these are very much apparent in the images I have selected below. I hope you like them as much as I do :)

Images via Chinese Jesus