Monday

This would be a pretty fine place to start the week. Have a good one.

(via pinterest)

Serenity Now

The perfect room to cool off and relax after a day out in the sun—and with a spectacular view, too. Cycladic Villa in Syros, Greece by Block722 Architects. 

(via studio lowsheen)

Sweetness and Dark

The perfect spot for a peaceful, atmospheric post Halloween soak.

(via haute boheme)

Serenity Now

A perfect spot to soak away one's cares. Have a look at the rest of this stunning Australian home here, the work of architecture firm Handelsmann + Khaw.

(photo by felix forest. via my paradissi)

Smile

Currently in bathroom reno hell right now—looking forward to a time when this is my biggest problem.

(photo of joan blondell in 1931 film "blonde crazy" via pinterest)

Buffet

This week's links. Enjoy.

Modern Minimalism
Tour a stunning London home that's both warm and minimalist in design—that's a shot of the dining area above.

The Best Food-Focused Memoirs of Fall 2017
Eater has rounded up a great list of food memoirs coming out this fall—perfect reading for cooks, or those who simply love good food.

The Beauty of Japanese Bathing Rituals
From Vogue: "In Japan, bathing is about so much more than just getting clean, encouraging an almost meditative appreciation of one's body. Here, Sophie Bew heads to Kinosaki to explore the myriad benefits of traditional onsen."

Beyond Brie: A French Cheesemonger's American Adventures
Laure Dubouloz trains cheese vendors around the USA in how to cut and serve a variety of cheeses.  Love reading about people with interesting jobs.

How Alessandro Michele Created a Luminous Gown for Björk
A behind the scenes look at the extraordinary, otherworldly dress designed by Alessandro Michele of Gucci for Björk, seen in the video for her new song The Gate.

The Peculiar Poetry of Paris's Lost and Found
Fascinating New Yorker piece about the history of The Bureau of Found Objects in Paris, founded over 200 years ago and one of the largest centralized lost and founds in Europe.

Italian Toastie
Perfect for when you just want a sandwich, but yearn for something a bit fancier and more filling than the usual. This one features mushrooms sautéed in garlic, black tapenade, provolone cheese, fresh oregano leaves and salami on good bread rolls, but it's endlessly adaptable.

(photo by rory gardiner via est magazine)

Luxe Minimalism

Today I'm admiring this stunning apartment by designer and architect Joseph Dirand, located on Avenue Montaigne in Paris—the gorgeous result of being given complete carte blanche by his client. Dream job, dream home. More about it here in T magazine.

(photography by martin morrell)

Starry-Eyed in New York

Take a tour of the beautiful Manhattan apartment of actors Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber and their two sons, Alexander and Samuel — a space that blends elegance and family-friendly comfort. More photos and details here on Architectural Digest.

(photography by douglas friedman)

Simple Pleasures

Little everyday luxuries like a good bath soap — a lovely way to start or end a long day.

(photo: petrina tinslay via i am a dreamer)

Simple Pleasures

The restorative power of a hot shower or bath when sick with a cold or flu. I think I'd feel instantly better just being in a sumptuous bathroom like this one...

(photo: anna gillar via here)

London Calm

Originally a professional artist's combined studio, gallery and home, over the years this beautiful 19th century London house was converted into a smaller house and four apartments. Designer Rose Uniacke was recently commissioned to do an extensive renovation of the property, taking on the huge job of turning it back into a private home again. I love how she has preserved (or restored) many of the period details, allowing the floorboards to remain bare, and kept the decor very minimal. Gorgeous. See more of this stunning space here.

(source: rose uniacke via dustjacket attic)

Simple Pleasures

A good soak in the tub after a particularly long day. Bliss.

(photo via the style files)

Malibu Chic

Interior designer Vanessa Alexander intriguingly describes her Malibu home as 'classic Georgian' meets 'unauthentic Tuscan' meets 'Balinese'. But these disparate influences come together in the most natural way here, resulting in a relaxed space with lots of personality. Wonderful. More photos here at My Domaine.

(photography by tessa neustadt)