A simple and clever design for a cabin in Iceland offers a unique experience of the Northern Lights. The motto for the Panorama Glass Lodge states “Where the sky is,” which works as a fitting descriptor for the design of this cozy 248-square-foot vacation cabin. Thanks to the glass panels that wrap around a strategically placed bed, the bright dancing lights of the aurora can be viewed from the most comfortable spot. The rest of the interior includes a full kitchenette, dining table and two chairs, as well as a private bathroom. The cabin is located in Hvalfjörður, Iceland, just a 30-minute drive from Reykjavík, and can only be accessed by car. The area is remote, private, and quiet, making it ideal for viewing the Northern Lights at night, as well as hiking during the day. See also :https://house-diaries.com/inis-meain-restaurant-suites-a-gem-in-a-totally-unspoiled-place/

This attic room of the apart-hotel by Zubenko Interiors Studio occupies the right wing of the last floor. The multi-slope rhythm of the roof creates a unique image of the creative workshop of an artist, musician or architect. The atmosphere of creativity sets the tone for creating an extraordinary, distinctive, but at the same time comfortable living interior. See also :https://house-diaries.com/such-an-amazing-hotel-the-elian-shona-on-a-remote-scottish-island/

Built by adventurous photographers Alex Strohl and Andrea Dabene, The Nooq is a reflection of the couple’s love for the outdoors. Now, they’re opening the doors to their chic ski chalet to fellow nature-loving guests. The Scandinavian-inspired retreat is located in Whitefish, Montana close to Glacier National Park and the Whitefish Mountain Resort. Housed in a clean, gabled shell, its interior highlights the rugged landscape with full height windows, cathedral ceilings, and a minimalist aesthetic. You can book it on Airbnb here!!!! See also :https://house-diaries.com/whiskey-creek-cabin-a-cozy-retreat-among-pine-trees/

Once upon a time, in a place far far away, there was a small village where time stood still, a village with a name like the song of the crickets, with a white fortress on a hill, friendly peasants, 300 cows, horses and too many sheep to count. The place of our story is Viscri and here, right in the heart of the village is Prince Charles’ house, a blue roadside cottage guesthouse facing the sun each morning. A carefully renovated Saxon house using traditional methods, materials and local craftsmen and preserving the original carved and painted signatures on the house’s beams. A 1912 reconstruction on a 1700 foundation, furnished with old painted pieces with a few modern twists for extra comfort. Besides the old rooms in the original Johann Dootz old house, the property also features a cottage restaurant build inside the barn with 80 sits and a lovely…

It is all rustic luxury at The Perch which rests high above Possum Creek Valley in Byron’s lush, green Hinterland. Just minutes away from the picturesque village of Bangalow with its eclectic boutiques, it is also just a 20 minute drive to the bustling heart of Byron and its iconic long, sandy stretches of beach. The Perch embraces nature-inspired textures and colours, from the terracotta wash on its mud brick exterior and the mottled whites on the soaring interior walls to the timber slatted cathedral ceilings and natural brick-paved flooring.  Raw timber columns are a stunning feature throughout and the paved outdoor area leading to the main lawn invites guests to settle in and soak up the stunning vista across the valley below, or, come nightfall, watch the glow from the Cape Byron lighthouse sweep across the hills.  The secret-garden inspired indoor heated pool and pool area, set amongst 2 acres…

Whiskey Creek Cabin in a beautiful cozy cabin in Iydyllwild-Pine Cove in California. The cabin has the perfect location, it lies in a forest and is surrounded by beautiful high pine trees and hiking trails but there’s also a small town nearby. Your spacious cabin sits nestled into the forest with the perfect mix of mid-century modern and vintage aesthetic. Serene in it’s setting and full of positive energy, Whiskey Creek is a sanctuary in which to sit in front of the warm fireplace or view nature through the wall of windows. Not only is the cabin surrounded by towering pines, you’ll also find mature fruit trees (apple, pear, and plum) plus a waterfall pond, trickling fountain and tons of wildlife (deer love our water features).You can book it here!!! See also :https://house-diaries.com/caz-cabin-a-wonderful-forest-cabin-renovation/

La Casetta is located in the splendid town of Spello, which boasts ancient origins and, thanks to its enchanting beauty, it is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. The cottage is accessed from inside the town walls along a peaceful alley that leads to the old town centre. The owner Andrea has renovated this delightful house into an elegant retreat: modern, airy and cheerful. Open the door from the street and a stylish, white-painted stone entrance lobby with sets the scene. One’s eye is drawn along a stone path and raised flowerbeds to the spacious private garden on your left; ahead is the cane-covered outdoor seating area adjacent to the kitchen-living room. Umbria has an excellent climate where being outside, dining or resting and reading is one of our greatest holiday pleasures, especially after long days exploring the region. Andrea has planted the garden to allow plenty of…

Among the rolling hills of the Italian landscape, between Florence and Siena, through olive groves, is located Castello Uglione. Its more than just a retreat, it’s a place completely concealed from the outside world. Built around the year 1000, it was mentioned in Italian poet Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy. A few years ago, it has been fully restored to modern luxury. It is transformed with antiques and brocades, with a mix of mid-century-modern pieces and relaxed objects in an Ibiza style, such as woven-grass lanterns and wooden sculptures. See also : https://house-diaries.com/maremma-designer-villa-in-tuscany/

Apfelhotel by noa studio evokes the vintage charm of the historical hotel in South Tyrol, while creating an oasis for the senses and shared moments. For the expansion of the Apfelhotel, 18 new suites were built for guests and carefully designed to fit into the farmyard’s landscape structure, while complementing the rural surroundings. A special emphasis was placed on preserving the characteristic of the farmhouse ensemble and maintaining its scale. As the central masterpiece of this rural development, NOA designed a wellness area with architecture and greenery that resemble a modern lush garden. Photography : Alex Filz See also : https://house-diaries.com/messner-the-dream-house-inspired-by-childhood-memories/

Rumah Purnama, which in Bahasa Indonesian means “The House of the Full Moon”, is a 100-year-old Balinese home that Bali-based designer Maximilian Jencquel brought back to life some years ago, thoughtfully renovating and turning it into a holiday retreat. Restored over a period of one year though an adaptive, sustainable design approach, the pagoda-like, two-storey house harmoniously blends in with its natural surroundings thanks to the use of natural materials such as tropical wood and cogongrass, locally known as alang-alang, which lines the thatched roofing. Adding to its mystical, Zen ambience, the house is ceremoniously reached through an overgrown traditional Balinese door that opens onto to a winding garden path leading to a sunken, bamboo-lined pebble garden. The use of natural materials continues in the interior, where a subdued palette of natural woods, earthen wall coloring, marble surfaces and off-white linens imbues the rooms with a soothing, grounded feeling. Complemented by a…

Renovation of 87m² apartment with three bedrooms to a two bedrooms and open space living area to bring light and better air circulation. The original doors, walls and ceiling mouldings where restored. The sofa is bespoke designed to the apartment and most of the living furniture is vintage or reused. More pictures coming soon. The Branding of GR14 Guest House was developed by Wer Designs to host short term guests. The client asked for a young, light and strong brand and name for the apartment. The goal is to look to Lisbon tourism in a contemporary way, away from the traditional and over used explicit cultural references. The flat is located in a central area of the city, but In a calm and local street. The old newspaper frames are part of the decoration and became the icon for the flat branding. These panels where used for prints and sourced…