Interior Design

A Mid-Century Bank Becomes Boutique A Beauty in Savannah

Savannah always has a way of charming people—which is exactly what happened when architecture firm AAmp Studio was engaged to transform a former 1960s bank into the Municipal Grand Hotel. “What drew us in immediately was the distinction between the building’s mid-century modernist rigor and Savannah’s lush garden-filled historic district,” says architect and AAmp Studio cofounder Anne-Marie Armstrong. That tension between tidy geometry and botanic exuberance set the tone for the entire transformation. With restored terrazzo, revived tiles, softened millwork, and a cocktail-loving lobby, the Municipal Grand is Savannah’s past and present in one gorgeous conversation.

How Taniya Nayak Gave Tuscan Kitchen Its New England Soul

Walking into Salem, New Hampshire’s Tuscan Kitchen—designed by the ever-magical HGTV personality Taniya Nayak—feels like a warm bowl of tagliatelle for the soul. Taniya delivers a space that’s both sexy and grounded, with a wine cellar that doubles as sculptural theater, an open kitchen radiating wood-fired warmth, and rustic textures softened by glittering chandeliers. She tells us the restaurant is “transportive, not themed,” and she’s right—every corner feels intentional, atmospheric, and just waiting for you to twirl some pasta. Tuscany meets New England? Delizioso.

Rustic Barn Turned Mod Tasting Room by Hawkins Interiors

Sip, stroll, and soak it all in at Pelio Estate’s newly reinvented tasting room in Carmel Valley, California. It's a rustic-modern dream brought to life by Hawkins Interiors in collaboration with Backen & Backen Architecture. What was once a humble barn and gravel lot is now an indoor-outdoor haven of warm wood, soft textures, vintage touches, and those jaw-dropping valley views framed by massive fold-away glass doors. Cozy by the fireplace, wander beneath olive trees, or settle into shaded outdoor nooks—every detail is designed to feel effortless, elevated, and endlessly inviting.

The Urban Conga Brings Communities to Life with the Power of Play

We’re all in need of a little more face-to-face connection these days. We’re talking live and in person—we know, GASP! The Urban Conga is reviving that essential human desire with neighborhood installations that turn heads and bring people together through open-ended play. Read how a handful of bright honeycomb structures—called The Hive—completely rejuvenated an alley in an Albany, New York, neighborhood that decided to be known for its resilience rather than its trauma.

Stars Align at Sol Sanctuary at Aarunya Nature Resort in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s Aarunya Nature Resort celebrates its 10th villa with Sol Sanctuary, a celestial-minded two-bedroom retreat aligned to the sun and moon. Designed by architect and resort founder Nath Rankothge, the villa blends sacred geometry, natural materials, and indoor-outdoor flow to inspire deep restoration. From skylights that track celestial cycles to moon-shaped plunge pools and forest-facing verandas, every detail strengthens the bond between people, land, and spirit. Rooted in sustainability and Sri Lankan heritage, Sol Sanctuary offers an immersive wellness experience that reconnects guests to nature—and themselves.

Sonoma's Beauty Shines in Jiun Ho's Restaurant Design

Michelin-starred restaurant Enclos highlights Sonoma's natural beauty indoors and out thanks to designer Jiun Ho's vision. His signature aesthetic—blending cultural influences with contemporary design—elevates this Victorian home into an upscale wine-country dining destination.

How HKS Singapore Built Its Brain-Healthy Office

HKS has built a fresh, state-of-the-art workplace in Singapore's buzzing central business district that's a unique adaptive reuse of a 1920s-era building. Rooted in the firm’s BrainHealthy Workplace program, the interior balances aesthetics and well-being, nurturing employees’ professional, personal, and mental health at every turn.

Coming Soon: Capella Florence, the City’s Most Stylish Stay Yet

Liaigre Hospitality Ventures and Capella Hotels teamed up to create a new hotel and branded residences in Florence, set to open in 2027. Set in the historic city center, Capella Florence integrates old soul with modern luxury to create a truly spectacular hospitality experience.