VILLAS magazine celebrates the biggest names and accomplishments in architecture, design, decoration and contemporary art. Private tours of exceptional places, interviews with renowned architects and artists, and remarkable interior design inspiration and trends all feature in this digital logbook, which never fails to surprise.

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The Shenzhen Women & Children’s Center

Dutch architect firm MVRDV, based in Rotterdam, has transformed a 100 m-high former mixed-use tower into a vibrant, colourful skyscraper. It houses a hotel and a wide range of services hinged around the well-being of women and children: a library, an auditorium, a children’s theatre and a “discovery room”, therapy rooms and staff offices. The […]

Our Autumn issue gives you the lowdown on the very latest aesthetic trends and innovative developments through our residential design features. Travel with us to destinations as diverse as Colombia, Brazil and Peru.

From the vibrant colours and forms so characteristic of Colombia to the tropical elegance and contemporary creations that are the hallmark of Brazil and the historical and cultural influences for which Peru is renowned, each living space reveals a unique approach, your ticket to come aboard and enjoy an immersive journey.

Read VILLAS, the magazine that guides you in your search for beauty and tranquillity in your home. Every article, every image, every word is an invitation to explore new ideas, give free rein to your creativity, and find the inspiration to transform your living space with elegance.

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Architecture

OCEAN BACKGROUND

Casa CH2 rises proudly against the backdrop of the relentless majesty of the turquoise ocean. In Brazil’s Nordeste region, south of the city of Fortaleza, in Pontal de Maceio, is an authentic fishing village oozing charm and far removed from the scourge of mass tourism. A Belgian couple were so won over by this enchanting […]

Interior

An urban oasis

Restored and remodelled sympathetically in keeping with its original architecture, this light-filled home has also been stylishly furnished with exclusive designer pieces.       In the centre of Aversa in Campania, this three-storey house has undergone a major restoration, while remaining faithful to the history and identity of the site. Like many historic buildings, […]

Villas

Blank canvas

Piero Lissoni & Partners have curated the interior design of a penthouse bathed in art and light that dialogues with the sublime landscape of the Dolomites. In the Trentino-Alto region of southern Tyrol, the Lissoni & Partners studio were tasked with designing an apartment that would accommodate the demands of an art collector. Cosy minimalism […]

Design

Maison&Objet Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary in a Cosmic Atmosphere

Terra Cosmos is this year’s unifying theme, reconciling tradition and modernity, authentic and experimental creations. It highlights ecological concerns, research based on natural and recycled materials, a return to traditional techniques… but also technological research and innovation to design a more harmonious universe. With feet firmly on the ground and eyes directed at the stars, […]

Art

The art of documenting your collection

Paintings, sculptures, photographs, stamps, wines, design, fashion … Art and collections exist in countless forms. But are you familiar with the art of documenting your collection? While this may not always be top of mind when purchasing or selling, the information and documents about your collection are as valuable as the collection itself. Discover how […]

Design

Brussels Design September: design of the past and present, at Tour & Taxis

On 23 and 24 September, there were two major presentations at the Brussels Design September festival, which brought together more than 100 events. The Brussels Design Market at the former Gare Maritime had 130 exhibitors from all over Europe. At the heart of this vintage market, interest in historic design, anchored for several decades in […]