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In a design landscape dominated by high-performance synthetics and endlessly rebranded “miracle” fibres, Lama Velvet by Mokum offers something far rarer: quiet luxury grounded in nature and story, not surface sheen. Designed by the New Zealand textile house Mokum and woven in Italy, Lama Velvet is a dense, upholstery-weight velvet whose pile is composed of pure llama wool. Rather than chasing saturated, on-trend hues, the collection embraces what already exists in the landsc

For centuries, we have looked to France as a source of inspiration, particularly when it comes to the culinary arts. Thanks to L’Atelier Paris Haute Design , we are able to bring our gourmet dreams to life. Integrating the sophistication of Parisian-inspired style with sleek craftsmanship and quality, L’Atelier Paris has become the foremost creator of custom kitchens, showcasing endless possibilities while crafting their signature made-to-measure luxury ranges. The results ar

Sonoma Cast Stone is at the forefront of a design revolution, where contemporary concrete has emerged as a signature element in luxury interiors. No longer confined to utilitarian uses, concrete is now the medium of choice for architects and designers seeking to merge raw beauty with refined sophistication. And no one pushes this boundary further than Sonoma Cast Stone. As pioneers in high-end architectural concrete, Sonoma Cast Stone was the first to reimagine this ancient

Nestled in Northern California’s wine country, Sonoma Forge draws inspiration from a legacy of industrial artistry—where the glow of foundry fires and the rhythm of hammer on anvil forged more than just metal, but a heritage of craftsmanship. Today, that tradition lives on in a bold, contemporary collection that speaks directly to the evolving language of luxury design throughout the home and even onto the grounds. Sonoma Forge has become a standout in the world of high-end

One of many new builds and renovations completed for Theorem wine estate in Napa Valley, the structure Richard Beard Architects designed to serve as the vineyard’s private tasting room and special event venue—known as The Old Barn —is a faithful reinvention of the namesake, 19th-century livery shed that once stood in its place before falling into disrepair and eventually collapsing in a storm. Photo documentation of the original barn’s shape and materials palette—it was a c

A major renovation reimagines a historic 3-acre country estate in Minnesota. A new floor plan layout and interiors modernize the home with a contemporary look and flow for a young California family. The sprawling, serially remodeled historic house on the shore of Lake Lydiard had dim, disconnected interiors that blocked the sightlines between rooms. The mismatched styles of five successive renovations over the last century left the expansive 8,945-square-foot house feeling sm

Perched atop a wooded slope, The Roost residence overlooks one of Maine’s lakes with filtered views of nearby mountains. The 2,520-square-foot house was designed as a year-round retreat for a large extended family. To maximize the use of available footprint—the home sits within a conservation easement and the buildable footprint was severely limited—a two-story porch was designed on one end of the building volume to provide several overlapping features including a sheltered

Some projects are special from the moment they begin. This was one of them. Paradise Theater ’s client had lived in a home with an extraordinary theater, an immersive sanctuary that he and his wife enjoyed every single day. When life carried them out of state, he found himself in a new home with a theater that, while functional, fell far short of his expectations. The dissatisfaction was immediate and acute. This was not just about entertainment; it was about restoring a dail

Serenity and calm were the central themes guiding the renovation of a classic home situated on a 360-foot, west-facing lakefront property on Lake Washington. Undertaken by a newlywed couple, they embraced the home’s potential with enthusiasm. Working together with the design team, the goal was to transform the property while preserving architectural integrity. The renovation process involved a comprehensive redesign that redefined the home’s interior layout. The kitchen was r

Diamond Spas , Inc. manufacturers stainless steel and copper spas, swimming pools, glass walled pools and spas, swim spas, energy efficient portable spas, cold therapy pools, water features and luxury custom indoor and outdoor bath fixtures built to client specifications at our facility in Colorado. Diamond Spas has one of the best pool and spa engineering teams in the industry. We have the ability to fabricate multiple pool and spa seating arrangements, waterfalls, water fea

On the fourth floor of Marylebone Square—Marylebone village’s first new-build development in half a century—sits The Rossetti, a 5,000-square-foot penthouse that encapsulates everything essential to luxury London living. Named after Christina Rossetti, the Victorian poet who once called Marylebone home, The Rossetti comes with its own first edition of her poems, a gesture that speaks to the thoughtfulness pervading every detail in the penthouse. The numbers tell part of the