House in Torrelodones

Interior designer Natividad Martin was appointed to decorate this two story house located in Torrelodones, a short distance northwest from the city of Madrid, Spain. Classic and elegant but far from stuffy.<br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_02/43155-1-esl-ES/casa_02_reference.jpg" style="" /><br /><br /><img alt="salon" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa/43104-1-esl-ES/distribuir_la_casa_articulo_landscape.jpg" style="width: 601px; height: 460px;" title="salon" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_03/43135-1-esl-ES/casa_03_reference.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 781px;" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_04/43151-1-esl-ES/casa_04_reference.jpg" style="width: 601px; height: 783px;" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_05/43163-1-esl-ES/casa_05_reference.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 782px;" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_06/43139-1-esl-ES/casa_06_reference.jpg" style="width: 598px; height: 780px;" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_07/43159-1-esl-ES/casa_07_reference.jpg" style="width: 599px; height: 781px;" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_08/43143-1-esl-ES/casa_08_reference.jpg" style="width: 599px; height: 781px;" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_09/43147-1-esl-ES/casa_09_reference.jpg" style="width: 610px; height: 795px;" /><br /><br /><img id="lightboxImage" src="http://casadiez.elle.es/var/plain_site/storage/images/decoracion_casas/reformas/distribuir_la_casa/distribuir_la_casa__1/casa_10/43131-1-esl-ES/casa_10_reference.jpg" style="width: 608px; height: 793px;" /><br /><br />Photography by Cesar Alcazar.<br />All images from <a href="http://casadiez.elle.es/">here</a>.

House in Torrelodones

Interior designer Natividad Martin was appointed to decorate this two story house located in Torrelodones, a short distance northwest from t...

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Retreat on Martha's Vineyard

Feeling slightly better today, thanks for the get well wishes!<br />Architect Patrick Ahearn built this house on Martha’s Vineyard to look as though it has evolved over time. Interior designer Marigil Walsh was appointed to make it look warm and inviting. Let's take a look.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-01.jpg" style="" />The guest house (left) links to the main house. The pottery studio sits to the right. Nantucket style dormers add interest to the facade.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-02.jpg" style="width: 650px; height: 866px;" /><br />The master suite wing to the left of the front entrance and the smaller wing to the right, which holds the study and screened porch, give the impression of being elements added over time.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-03.jpg" style="width: 563px; height: 842px;" /><br />The wife's pottery sets the tone for the family room.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-04.jpg" style="width: 708px; height: 569px;" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-05.jpg" style="width: 593px; height: 832px;" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-07.jpg" style="width: 593px; height: 801px;" /><br />Windsor chairs and a reproduction chandelier crafted in Vermont keep company with an Asian altar table that acts as a sideboard.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-08.jpg" style="width: 592px; height: 886px;" /><br />White subway tiles, beadboard and stainless steel in the kitchen.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-09.jpg" style="width: 592px; height: 769px;" /><br /><br /><img height="723" src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-10.jpg" style="" width="482" /><br />A passing ferry viewed from the house.<br /><br /><img height="723" src="http://www.nehomemag.com/sites/default/files/images/7/gallery_images/JA10-Ahearn-Vineyard-06.jpg" style="" width="562" /><br />Hydrangeas and geraniums bring colour to the garden.<br /><br />Photographs by Michael Partenio.<br />All images from <a href="http://www.nehomemag.com/">here</a>.

Retreat on Martha's Vineyard

Feeling slightly better today, thanks for the get well wishes! Architect Patrick Ahearn built this house on Martha’s Vineyard to look as tho...

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Modern Apartment in Sweden

Sunday morning and I have such a cold that I can hardly see. My nose itches and even my brain itches, ugh. Anyway, between sneezes I was able to put this post together. A youthful apartment in Linnestaden, Sweden. Enjoy!<br /><br /><a><img alt="Great location, top of the well-known Nordhemsgatan Hill" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD050C82E3B823427CB10F968D53839B13.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 701px; height: 914px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Spacious hall with good storage in the short side" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDA68A75854E444A55BFCC74B09AE17527.jpg&sizex=848" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Inner hall with seating built in bookcase" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDAF3FBF5B52CD42C8A27C16290D0AE1EA.jpg&sizex=848" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Opens up to the light and airy living room" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDC0FACF837AEB4BECB925B316A617ADCC.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 700px; height: 465px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="The whole apartment is in a good condition" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDC909E2E44A224A749C6AF7E6F6AEEE82.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 699px; height: 463px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Welcome to Nordhemsgatan 68" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD1F809EC235684835A99B8E4D33BBC33D.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 701px; height: 466px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="An exceptionally beautiful and well maintained apartment" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD0C871E00C03E4FEBB21835579351C77E.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 705px; height: 477px;" /><br /><br /></a><a><img alt="Fine original double doors open into the" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDF63498207539411588FDB158E9C1CA02.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 701px; height: 466px;" /></a><a><br /><br /></a><a><img alt="the serene master bedroom" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD333AD4E776F94F75A5B64B5EF03CEC2F.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 700px; height: 466px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="A full size treluftsfönster inviting light" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD851E597E43784D08AB3E3DDAB51D1C73.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 698px; height: 465px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Good with storage along one wall" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD731451AC77964A4480B6D829CC104308.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 698px; height: 464px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Light colored wood floors & a nice wallpaper by Nina Campbell" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDF02637EDCEAC49D19077DE054F21298D.jpg&sizex=848" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="The wide openings contribute to the feeling of space" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD36CFFD37325F43549CD175FE3B325800.jpg&sizex=848" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Wonderful family room with three hearty window" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD4BACDF5B591542AD88FE7CF51A146E53.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 700px; height: 465px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Fine bright wooden floor again" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD632D312973794BBAB6B2A635D7EE00ED.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 698px; height: 464px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Here, just move in. ..." src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDA768CE10230C499587B720C0D802AA70.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 700px; height: 465px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="A fireplace adorns one corner" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD83F17192BC994ACBA5ED555A109276A4.jpg&sizex=848" /><br /><br /></a><a><img alt="The kitchen is great for large parties" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD8465F9504315479B9732C8FCD5A85F1B.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 698px; height: 464px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="All renovated in 2004" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDE3DFBE246D614E11B8D4868EC979C7F4.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 699px; height: 464px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Countertops, marble and appliances in brushed steel" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD1DAAA30BFA624A23AA0017181590B814.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 697px; height: 463px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Foundation Wall with fine patterned Sanderson wallpaper" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD5492B6F39E1A44778C598DE8E08A1A15.jpg&sizex=848" style="width: 698px; height: 464px;" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Lavish built-in hob with four tiles in a row" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFD9A36832E3A4440BFBBE857D6CD217035.jpg&sizex=848" /></a><br /><br /><a><img alt="Open shelf provides additional storage" src="http://farm2.pics.objektdata.se/pic/pic.dll/image?url=17735/SFDD6B3F8A818B04E7BB7C19273C03FD801.jpg&sizex=848" /></a><br /><br />Have a great Sunday, dears!<br />All images form <a href="http://www.alvhemmakleri.se/">here</a>. Once the property is sold the pictures are taken off the site.

Modern Apartment in Sweden

Sunday morning and I have such a cold that I can hardly see. My nose itches and even my brain itches, ugh. Anyway, between sneezes I was abl...

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