'I would not exceed the limits of expense that I have always set myself. Let us do everything properly and well, mais pas trop.'- Edwin Lascelles to Robert Adam, c. 1765.When Edwin… Read More
Nostell Priory was designed in the fashionable Palladian style, intended to be a symbol of the owner’s wealth and fashionable taste. It was almost completely furnished by Chippendale… Read More
Robert Adam (1728 – 1792) was one of the most celebrated architects of his day. As one of the most influential of the architects at the time, it was he who introduced the Neo… Read More
Thomas Chippendale (1718 – 1779) was a London cabinet-maker and furniture designer in the mid-Georgian, English Rocco, and Neoclassical styles. In 17… Read More
On Friday we went to see – oh! the palace of palaces! and yet a palace sans crown, sans coronet – but such expense! such taste! such profusion! ... The old house I have… Read More
As one might have already noticed, hall chair is one of our favourite types of seat furniture. Unlike other types of chairs, these mostly had only decorative purpose, such as adorn… Read More
Small, green and beautiful, Riga is big on architectural styles, from art deco to rococo, and edgy art spaces that are currently hosting the city’s first biennale Read More
From Rococo Rugs and Tapestries To Rococo Art and Interiors
Nothing says elegance and decadence like the breathtaking Rococo rugs and artwork of the Rococo Period which spanned from the late… Read More
The Gobelin Tapestry
A tapestry is a piece of decorative heavy woven fabric that is used to adorn walls, furniture and floors. Using a more narrow definition, the term “tapestry”… Read More
Valencia combines ancient architecture with the stunning contemporary buildings of the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences. Whether you decide to spend two days or stay longer, find out the… Read More
Neoclassical Interior Design in Your Home
During the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and, to a lesser extent, America, neoclassical interior design emerged as one of the prevailing design… Read More
7 Tips for Creating the Perfect Parisian Chic Interior with Antique Rugs
When New York socialite Katherine Bryan and her husband Damon Mezzacappa purchased an apartment on the Paris Left Ban… Read More
How Baroque Design Improves Your Living Space
When you plan a living space, you need to choose a style and pull together the right furnishings. To do this well, you need to understand your c… Read More
According to the latest census carried out by the National Organization for Urban Harmony, Egypt contains 6400 palaces and historical buildings, estimated at 200 billion US dollars (as in 3… Read More
Egypt’s former Royal Family left behind quite the legacy, including many palaces and gardens that used to be their sole property and are now open to the public to catch a glimpse of ho… Read More
The Museum and Palace of Prince Muhammad Ali Manial is one of the most stunning and unique historical museums in Egypt. It dates back to the Alawiyya dynasty era, the era during which the de… Read More
The Gayer Anderson Museum is one of the unique museums in Cairo, located right next to the Mosque of Ahmad ibn Tulun in the Sayyida Zeinab neighbourhood. The museum is in fact a house dating… Read More
Venice is one of the most fascinating cities in Italy, not only for its long history and beautiful buildings, but also for its stunning scenery and unique excursions.
Venice is actually made… Read More
Egypt’s historical areas are spread all over the country, but Cairo has some of the most unique quarters of all. Recently, Egypt announced that it would begin a multi-million-pound pro… Read More
Castles and mansions have always captivated the attention of many due to their importance to several disciplines, like history, culture, and architecture. That is why tourists usually flock… Read More
The oldest section or district in Cairo is described by many names, either Old Cairo, Islamic Cairo, Cairo of Al-Muizz, Historic Cairo, or Medieval Cairo, it mainly refers to the historical… Read More
As Egypt’s ancient capital, there are countless historical and archaeological houses in Cairo. From wealthy merchants, to ordinary citizens, millions of people have lived out their day… Read More
Among the most artistic, picturesque, musical, beautifully architectural, and naturally gorgeous destinations of Europe and the world stands the mystical capital of Austria, Vienna.
Lo… Read More
This city that’s rich in history is at the heart of The Balkans, is mid-way between the Black Sea and the Adriatic Sea. Sofia is not only the capital of Bulgaria, but also the largest… Read More
The region of Lombardy in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most populated, richest and most productive regions in Italy. The population of Lombardy represents more than one-sixth of the… Read More
Want to learn more about the National Trust in Northern Ireland? Heritage sites and places of natural beauty are a great place for a day out. Northern Ireland has lots of amazing National Tr… Read More
Paris welcomes millions of tourists attracted by its spectacular atmosphere every year. Of course, the delectable cuisine and vast art collections are equally deserving of praise. The Seine… Read More