Back to my love affair with Volume 4 of Elle Decoration Country. Today we’re in Umbria, in a new home that straddles traditional and contemporary in a very successful way. The siting of the home along a hillside, and the use of local materials is an ode to the traditional, while the minimalist interiors and modern furnishings bring the home into the 21st century. As a lover of old houses, this house is definitely a favorite in the “new house” category. While its age is not necessarily apparent upon first glance, a second look reveals the integrity of the structure and modern details such as windows, doors etc. I would happily spend time in this loggia, wouldn’t you? 
Photos via Elle Decoration Country Volume 4
New Home in the Old Country
- Architecture
- July 1, 2014
- Architecture
- July 1, 2014
One of the best things about traveling abroad, other than simply traveling abroad, is the opportunity to purchase all sorts of wonderful European decorating magazines at the airport. Case in point, Elle Decoration UK Country. A large beautiful book filled with amazing country homes all over the world. All I had to do was open the front cover and I fell in love with this South African gem. ‘Zevenrivieren was built in the 18th century, and is a great example of Cape Dutch architecture. While the house had been neglected over the years, the current owners were keen to restore the beautiful property, which is located in the Banhoek Valley surrounded by mountains and vineyards. The results are breathtaking. My kinda place – 18th century house and a glass of wine straight from the source.
