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Tour 9 Minimalist Homes That Are Stylishly Tranquil

By Rachel Davies

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There are few mental images that conjure up as much peace of mind as those of a minimalist home . Refined yet livable and completely devoid of unwanted clutter , minimalist living spaces are often refuges from the demands of everyday life. Their hallmark attributes—pared down color palettes, clean lines, and a frequent reliance on natural materials—are often employed to deft effect by interior designers who are committed to this seemingly simple aesthetic. Below, from a New York City condo to a modern home in Morocco, we share nine of the best minimalist homes to be featured by AD.

A sake-inspired beach house in Fire Island

Working for fashion industry clients Derek Lam and Jan-Hendrik Schlottman in the Pines enclave of New York’s Fire Island, Neal Beckstedt sensitively redesigned a midcentury beach house by modernist master Horace Gifford. “Something about it really felt like it wasn’t the typical beach house,” Lam recalls of his first impression of the property before he bought it. “It was designed with something in mind, with beautiful intention.”

Looking around fashion designer Derek Lam’s waterfront home, one doesn’t immediately think of sipping sake. But that was key to the inspiration he shared with architect and interior designer Neal Beckstedt when they began working on this project together. Of course, Derek Lam being Derek Lam—a womenswear star known for combining elegant simplicity and exquisite detailing—didn’t want just any sake. “In the beginning, I told Neal that my favorite drink was this sake at [the New York City restaurant] Omen that they serve in a cedar box. It’s perfectly simple, and it has this beautiful cedar smell when you drink it,” Lam recalls. “I said, ‘Neal, I just want to live inside that sake box.’”

Ask and ye shall receive.

Now, Lam lives in the cedar sake box of his dreams. Together with his husband, Jan-Hendrik Schlottmann—founder of Italian fashion brand Callas Milano —and their Irish terrier, Roscoe, he’s made the most of the serene home’s 2,000 square feet of minimalist and modernist space—all of it considerably more comfortable and cozy than it might have been thanks to Beckstedt’s carefully thought-out use of warm and natural materials and sculptural accents. — Andrew Sessa

A stunning farmhouse in upstate New York

The main living area features a custom dining table designed by Niels Schoenfelder. Above, a cozy TV nook overlooking the space leads to the primary bedroom.

Beverly Kerzner first met architect and designer Niels Schoenfelder over 20 years ago. At the time, he was 24 years old and had already built a stunning hotel in Pondicherry, India, that caught her eye. After tracking him down and initiating a fruitful conversation, she tapped him to build her dream home.

“Right from the start, Niels and I pushed each other. It was always a conversation, or a lengthy debate, getting to know the land,” Kerzner says. She spent years perfecting her vision with the young German architect.

Fast-forward to 2017 when she purchased a vast plot of scenic land in the Hudson Valley . The sprawling hill-scape contained two stunning barn structures, a river that runs through the property, a cabin, and a residential home. Just like in the far off regions near Pondicherry, this was a landscape that had to be appreciated, worked with, and understood. “I knew immediately Niels was the one for the job,” she recalls. The finished result is a grand yet subtle structure that allows its surrounding environment to take control. — Sophia Herring

A modernist homage in New Canaan, Connecticut

The structure—and its pool—viewed at low light

AD100 architect Deborah Berke remembers the first time she set foot on the land. “It was inspirational,” she recounts of the site: a verdant eight-acre swath of New Canaan, Connecticut, with thick woods, a gentle grade, and a picturesque pond. “I am a New Englander by heritage, and that quintessential landscape of big trees and water really speaks to me.” At the time, the current dean of the Yale School of Architecture had been approached by the property’s owners to build an auxiliary pavilion to their main house—someplace for guests to sleep or for themselves to use as a retreat. “The impulse was a light touch so that nature felt most present.”

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Through careful siting, ingenuity of fenestration, and other tricks of transition, Berke crafted a nuanced sequence that delays gratification, introducing the scenic surrounds in one spectacular sweep. When guests arrive they are greeted by a seemingly monolithic expanse of gray brick, its staggered façade concealing the entrance. The gravel motor court, however, gives way to a dashed line of rectilinear pavers that unfold beneath a simple black metal trellis, beckoning visitors. (“That trellis says come here, ” Berke jokes.) Step through the door, turn the corner, and you are greeted by a panorama of window walls that frame the sylvan vista. “Before you enter, you don’t quite know what’s going to be revealed,” she notes. “Only inside do you feel where you are.” 

The overall identity speaks to what Berke calls “the trajectory of classic modernism in New England.” It was in this corner of Connecticut, after all, that midcentury trailblazers such as Eliot Noyes , Marcel Breuer , and Philip Johnson reinvented the image of American domesticity, one glass-wall abode at a time. With its taught volume, limited materials palette, and engagement with the landscape, Berke’s pavilion builds on that tradition. — Sam Cochran

A low-tech home just outside Lake Tahoe

“We intentionally didn’t do lighting hanging over the island or over the kitchen table. We kept it very simple,” Nicole Hollis explains. The Trollopes’ kitchen includes oak stools in a jet black finish by E15 and countertops and black splash in Cambrian black granite with a brushed finish by Da Vinci Marble . The ceiling wood planks are raw sugar pine by Jim Morrison Construction .

As the CEO of Five9 , a publicly traded cloud software company, Rowan Trollope knows a thing or two about technology. Considering his role creating cutting edge technologies, one might believe that his new Lake Tahoe home would look like something out of The Jetsons. But if cartoon analogies are to be made, the 50-year-old entrepreneur’s home—which features slabs of stone floors and wood ceilings—would fit more seamlessly into an episode of The Flintstones. “In general, we really stayed away from technology in the house,” Trollope admits. Instead, he and his wife Stephanie, along with their two young children (their third is out of the house), sought to create a space that blurred the line between indoor and outdoor living. “We wanted our home to not be on the land, but of it,” Trollope continues, “which is why it’s partially built into a slope in the ground.”

Located in Truckee, California (roughly ten miles from Lake Tahoe), the one-acre property was purchased by the Trollopes in 2018. By March of 2020, construction was complete, allowing the family to temporarily move out of their primary San Francisco residence and into the house just as the pandemic hit. “The new home became our sanctuary during the pandemic,” Trollope says. “It has that feel of being quite isolated, which I like because my daily life is typically filled with people, meetings, noise. But this house was designed to be the opposite of that in every way.” In order to fit their utopian vision, Trollope tapped the California-based firm Faulkner Architects . “There is minimal difference in material deployment inside and out [of the home],” explains the firm’s founder Greg Faulkner. “I wanted to evoke feelings of a backcountry trip, the spirit of escape and discovery that rises upon arrival of somewhere uniquely special. These feelings are crucial in connecting with a space.”

If connecting with the space was important, then that meant that finding the right interior designer was paramount. That’s why Trollope brought in the San Francisco–based designer Nicole Hollis . “For anyone who steps foot in the home, they would immediately sense that a lot of inspiration came from Donald Judd,” Hollis says, referring to the sleek minimalism prevalent throughout the space. But it was evident the team—and the homeowners—pushed for more than just a Judd-like ambiance. — Nick Mafi

Isolated digs in Marfa, Texas

The positioning of the fireplace in the corner was a minimalist nod to Kiva fireplaces, commonly found in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where the couple has their primary residence.

“It was the only made structure as far as the eye could see, so it became the pivot point by which we designed everything else,” Bob Harris, partner at Lake Flato architects, says of an old water cistern on the approximately 700-acre ranch his clients purchased just outside of Marfa , Texas . “It is this symbol of people that survived in the past and made their livelihoods there in a harsh environment. You want to build upon that, which is what we decided to do.”

But initially, this idea was sold to clients who did not end up building the house that the Texan firm designed for them. The clients in question decided that the location was a bit removed from the proverbial action of the art-world mecca, which houses just under 2,000 full-time residents. Ultimately, they decided to sell their land to Ashlyn and Dan Perry, a couple who met when both were living in San Antonio but are now based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In an unusual turn of events, the Perrys, philanthropists with a long history of charitable work in the arts, decided to green-light the rammed-earth structures that Lake Flato had designed for the previous land owners, rather than do what many others would have: Start from scratch and potentially with different architects. 

In total, eight structures were constructed using this method, and each is its own room for the most part. They include a mechanical room, an office, a gym, a guest suite, a guest wing, an art studio, a combination kitchen, a living and dining area, and the primary bedroom suite. The structures are set around a courtyard, connected by a covered porch above and breezeways below, which are also used to access each room, as they’re not interconnected. With its low profile and use of natural materials from the earth, the completed home stays true to the architect’s intention to “create a home that has been inserted into the untouched desert landscape without disturbance… It almost feels like a natural part of the desert itself.” — Rima Suqi

A midcentury gem in LA

The exterior of the home seen from street level shows the cantilevered roofs, and it also exemplifies Lautner’s vision to design the very anthesis of a boxed home. 

Before Joachim Rønning’s film Kon-Tiki was nominated for a Golden Globe and Academy Award, before he directed the fifth Pirates of the Caribbean , even before he married the activist Amanda Hearst, the Norwegian-born director had set his sights on a very different career path. “I was in my late teens when I first came across John Lautner’s work in a coffee table book and it completely fascinated me,” Rønning says. “In fact I was so taken by his designs that before I was bitten by the movie bug, I was thinking of becoming an architect.” It would take a few more decades before Rønning and his wife would come across Lautner’s work again, but this time, it would be to buy a home the influential architect had designed. 

In 1961, John Lautner designed the West Hollywood home for interior designer and concert pianist Marco Wolff. For Lautner, who had apprenticed under Frank Lloyd Wright in the 1930s, the home was an opportunity to flex his creative muscles. What began as an arduous, almost vertical plot of land, resulted in perhaps the acme of midcentury-modern residential architecture on the West Coast. With this home, Lautner leaned into the primal state of nature, demanding that his audience turn their preconceived notion of domesticity on its head. It was a bold statement of how humans once lived—among the trees, the rocks, perched atop a hill—and the architect stamped his thumbprint on it. When Rønning and Hearst Rønning purchased the property, they tapped architect and interior designer Clive Wilkinson to help bring their new home back to its former glory. — Nick Mafi

Indoor-outdoor living in Casablanca, Morocco

The custom stained-oakwood staircase with plaster and steel details was inspired by Carlos Scarpa. “The olive tree in the entrance connects nature inside and out. Even the sand at the base was brought from the Moroccan desert,” Arghirescu Rogard says.

It’s not every day that a message on Facebook leads to an incredible redesign of a home, but that was indeed the case for architect and interior designer Crina Arghirescu Rogard. “The owners of this Casablanca villa gave me carte blanche to do a total gut renovation, inside and outside,” she says. And though the bones of the house were very modernist, the clients loved Arghirescu Rogard’s work so much that they were open to everything she proposed.

“I’m a contextual architect, so I like to keep in mind the environment where the project is found,” Arghirescu Rogard says. “[But] the clients wanted an unconventional space in respect to Moroccan culture—they wanted to take some of the formal elements out of the traditional settings.” In order to achieve this, Arghirescu Rogard was able to reconfigure the layout of both floors of the home and redesign the enclosed areas to generate a seamless flow. “The goal was to open the house to the exterior by taking down walls and positioning tall windows in places that could offer different layers of transparencies. And create unexpected perspectives and vistas to cut through the house without revealing it in its entirety,” she adds. “For example, the olive tree behind the glass façade becomes a backdrop for the sculptural staircase—the beating heart of the house—that itself protects the living room’s privacy while allowing a warming flow of light and air.” — Zoë Sessums

An unexpectedly earthy New York City condo

Zuchowicki’s intent was to bring a sense of grounded-ness to this corner of the bedroom, where his client can unwind in peace and quiet. He sourced a vintage Pierre Jeanneret chair from 1stDibs and decorated the desk with a vintage Alain Richaird table lamp from Demisch Dananat and a mobile by Max Simon.

When the interior designer Sebastian Zuchowicki began working with his client on his New York City residence, the starting point was the living room. “I feel like the living room concepts are always the soul of the space, especially in a New York City apartment, and then it trickles down,” he says.

Compared to his client’s conventional summer house in Rhode Island, the three-bedroom apartment in West Chelsea that he currently shares with his two children (and their cat) is a modern sanctuary with a finely tuned aesthetic. Zuchowicki spent a whole year slowly transforming the 3,000-square-foot condominium one room at a time, until the bedrooms, dining room, and newly fashioned private library had been completely perfected.

“My favorite detail is that there’s texture everywhere you look,” Zuchowicki says. “Literally everywhere you look, there’s texture. You won’t see a white wall anywhere, and that to me makes it feel special. It doesn’t feel heavy, and that was really important. I wanted it to feel light but super textured.” — Sydney Gore

A Boston town house with space to lounge

“My husband loves the top floor with the pool table,” Nelson-Rice says. This house is the couple’s first designed without kids in mind, and, Hacin says, “She wasn’t worried about being a mom or wife, she wanted to do Robin. She put all these tiny touches throughout that were a function of her personality.” The matriarch’s metric for buying art is: “Is it loving me, am I loving it back?” The trio of flags made of album spines by Walter Lobyn Hamilton is a personal favorite, as it embodies the power of music. Also in the daylit game room are a playful Vibia chandelier and Moses Nadel ottomans.

A client who literally refuses to take no for an answer may sound less than ideal, but for the team at Boston’s Hacin + Associates , one such energetic and creative collaborator’s approach led to aesthetic magic and joy. “Truly, I would describe her—we all would—as a dream client,” lead interior designer Matthew Woodward says. “I’ve never had more fun on a project in my life.”

When Robin Nelson-Rice and her husband, Derica Rice, decided to move from suburban Indiana to Boston, their real estate broker and general contractor both felt H+A was the perfect match to reimagine a six-story 1881 Back Bay town house. However, founding principal and creative director David Hacin found himself quite busy at the time. “Robin looked at me right in the eye and said, ‘You don’t understand. You are going to be doing this project.’ And I actually loved that,” Hacin says. “As we were talking, we clicked, we connected, and that was it for her. She wanted to keep going with that process.”

“We made decisions wholeheartedly based on viewing the space as a gallery for contemporary Black artists,” Woodward says. “Robin was really thrilled to do that. Early on, we were conscious of showing restraint in the materials palette, so we could really let the art stand out.” The dining room in particular was designed around a Russell Young portrait of Barack Obama, a piece Nelson-Rice says, “speaks volumes—it’s peaceful, it’s hopeful, it’s positive.” — Kathryn Romeyn

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Curated, Comforting Cozy Minimal Home Tour

by Angie Kikstra

In this series, we will pull back the curtain on lovely homes within our community and give you all a Cozy Minimal Home Tour. 

I want to showcase all the different types of homes within our community. Because I don’t feel only one home and decorating style is the poster child for the Cozy Minimalism movement.

I would love to inspire those of you that don’t have (or want) a social media influencer home . 

Our community has a wide range of homey homes that feel good for the people that live there. Homes that tell a story. 

I believe it’s important to show people homes that are curated, real-life homes. I feel like having a normal home should be normal. 

These are those Cozy Minimal Home Stories  

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Imagine this, taking a quiet moment every morning with your coffee before the rest of your young family wakes up. 

Calming and preparing yourself in silence before the day begins. 

Gazing around your home,  and instead of seeing an overwhelming mess or a bunch of to-do’s, you are simply reminded of moments, places and people you love. Your home fills you up instead of draining you.

You can exist in the quiet solitude of that morning coffee, loving your home, soaking in the fact that it perfectly reflects who you are as a family. 

Your home beautifully tells your story  – without the excess clutter. 

In this article, you will meet Rose, a mom, wife, sister, daughter and friend that has curated a clutter-free home that is still warm and cozy. 

Rose loves her alone time in the morning now, and it’s one of her favorite daily moments. 

Where she can sit peacefully with her coffee and where she can get herself ready for everyone else before they wake up for the day. 

This starkly contrasts how it was before she started her journey. 

She would see a mess, which would feel overwhelming, but she felt she needed to find a system for her home and stuff.  

Rose starts off our conversation by describing herself as a mother, but she also adds, “I’m a wife, sister, daughter, aunt and friend.” Rose has always felt like a “mother hen,” taking on a nurturing role with her siblings growing up (especially her brothers). Throughout our conversation, I kept hearing her repeat how a family was the most important. 

Rose also loves frequenting thrift stores… and sources thrift store items before she looks at a retail store. 

There is something beautiful about pieces she saved from the trash bin and renewed or the treasures she has found on her trips thrifting or uncovering at estate sales. 

Her style is so beautifully curated that she will inspire you to create your own curated home.

Rose not only has a young family that she cares for, but she also runs an in-home family child care that brings three additional little ones during the work week.  .

A functional home that is easy to keep tidy is necessary for this busy wife and mom. 

"Home felt heavy when it was cluttered." Rose Catlett Tweet

Clutter in the home caused Rose to feel stressed. 

But trying to clean up and tidy day in and day out was draining.

It felt overwhelming. 

It felt heavy.

When she first started, she had a storage unit with excess stuff for her and her husband – when the first baby was on the way, she started to question the extra storage for just the two of them and began her journey to living with “just enough.” 

Kids come with stuff… and when she started having babies, it became essential to make a calm space and create organization solutions for all of the items that came with the first baby. 

She quickly learned that she didn’t need too much stuff for them. 

They just wanted her and time spent connecting over the mundane or creating memories together like trips to the park or the library – no new toy will ever replace that time spent.

“I felt like I didn’t have time to deal with the stuff. I don’t want to feel overwhelmed anymore by stuff.”  Rose Catlett Tweet

Before she started on her journey, she found that clutter  was overwhelming there was zero joy in tidying up like there is now because there wasn’t a system. She had no time and energy to clean up the stuff but thrived with tidiness. “I felt like I didn’t have time to deal with the stuff. I don’t want ever to feel overwhelmed anymore by stuff” she tells me with conviction. 

Things aren’t being shifted around from the counters to the table,  they are being put away.

More importantly, she’s constantly reassessing if the items actually belong in their home and life anymore. 

“It’s an ongoing process,” she says “It’s not something that you do once. It’s an evolution as your family grows and changes over time.”

“Motherhood is a lot. I didn’t want to be consumed by my house. I wanted the freedom to have  more time and do the things that mattered.” Rose Catlett Tweet

Rose feels a lovely sense of balance with “comfort and clutter-free” in her home.

She doesn’t feel like she is super minimalistic, and she also doesn’t feel like she is a hoarder.

For Rose, pursuing a cozy minimal home isn’t about aesthetics or trying to be perfect. It’s about a home that supports her and her well-being.

She gets overwhelmed when her place is cluttered; it drains her and can affect her emotional and psychological well-being.

“A cluttered and disorganized home has caused stress and emotionally drained me. Having a cozy minimal home has freed up time, peace, and happiness.” 

Creating a cozy minimal home has also made her less anxious overall. She also said toodle-loo to feeling constantly overwhelmed with mess and managing stuff. 

Messes still do happen, and that is ok. It’s easier for her to do something about messes that inevitably pop up. 

She loves looking at a mess and thinking, “I can clean that up by the time this song is done!”. 

“My husband will sometimes come upstairs after he is done with work, and he’ll see me frazzled and ask if I’m ok, and I’ll say, “Things are a little chaotic, things are a little messy, I just need to catch up.” 

That catch-up doesn’t feel overwhelming. 

“Motherhood is a lot. I didn’t want to be consumed by my house. I wanted the freedom to have a little more time and do what mattered.” 

It’s given her boys a nice clean, and safe space to be in, and she takes pride in that.

“We are the gatekeepers to what comes into our home.” she says, “I’ve learned to be ok with saying no to items.”

And if she is out shopping and finds something that she is considering for their home, she says,  “I am already making a mental space in my house of where an item will go before I bring it in.” 

Cultivating Contentment Even When Home Isn’t “Perfect”

Rose lives in a 2100 sq foot bi-level (roughly 1050 square feet on each floor). 

Admittedly, this home style wasn’t her ideal choice when they were looking for a new home, but she has learned to love her home as it is now. She is at a point in her life where she wants to be content and grateful for what she has now, and she feels very blessed to have a home that they purchased. 

One of her struggles at first was not feeling like her home was Instagram-worthy in her own mind, she would see beautiful homes created using brand-new store-bought items. It seemed like it was the opposite of her curated and unique style, using items that she sourced over time. 

I think this is something many of us struggle with because we see so many of these perfectly styled show homes on social media. When we put our phone down and look around, we often feel like our home doesn’t live up to that standard.

She has since learned to find contentment and gratitude in what she owns and beauty in the home as it is now… not as she envisions it when it’s “perfect.”  

Rose initially shared her home in our Cozy Minimalist Community Group on Facebook, which she was initially nervous about because she didn’t 100% think that her home was “share-worthy” as she put it.

She worried “that maybe it wasn’t truly a cozy minimalist home.” 

Her decor and furniture have been curated through thrifting or gifting over time. 

The comments were so much fun to watch roll in:

“Why does this look so clean and lovely yet inviting and warm?”

“This looks so homey and welcoming.”

“Wow! That is beautifully designed! Inspiring for sure!”

One of my hopes for you, reading this, is that our movement Cozy Minimalism will help you see how perfect your homes can be with your unique style and step outside of the trends. The same trends that their sole purpose is to keep you feeling like your home is inadequate, so you feel compelled to buy new things (that don’t make you happy, but they line the pockets of the people pushing the trends).

Rose describes her cozy minimal home as clean, simple, warm and inviting. She doesn’t want what she owns to get lost in the clutter. If it’s on display, it means it is special, and she only wants to highlight those items in her home.

Maintaining a Cozy Minimalist Home With Kids

Rose has a lot of systems in place to help her maintain their family home easily; most of them revolve around allowing her family to take responsibility for their own things in the main living areas.

She has a basket on the counter where she can put items left out on surfaces, and her husband can then put them away when he has time. This has been extra helpful since newspapers have been found on the counter. She doesn’t know if they have been read, so she places them in the basket, and her husband can read them or toss them. She simply reminds him to go through the basket every once and a while.

“We all live here, and I can’t do it all. I’m doing them a disservice if I do it all.”  Rose Catlett Tweet

As a mom of three boys, she values teaching them how to keep house and contribute. “We all live here, and I can’t do it all. I’m doing them a disservice if I do it all.” 

Rose knows that as her kids grow, things will change – and that’s ok. Nothing has to stay the same; their family home will grow and change with them. Especially now as the older two are beginning to come home with their stuff from school and sports, and they have begun collecting their own items.

She’s trying to teach them how to manage their stuff rather than managing it for them. In a sense, she is focusing on more empowerment. 

She wants to respect their choices for their items rather than tell them they need to let go of things. She never wants to have to toss their stuff out and wants to teach them how to manage their things. This is a valuable step for her and many moms, teaching kids to manage their own stuff and take responsibility for their environment.

She also has a wonderful group of church ladies she can post her donations, who will pick them up right from her home. Making the outflow of her clutter a simple task has helped maintain this lifestyle.

The Heart of Home

The journey has been a process, and she feels like she is still in the process – even 10 years into the journey. 

It was initially spurred by moving seven times within seven years… and when she moved, she wasn’t interested in moving all the stuff when it wasn’t needed or loved.

 “It takes time to get to where you want to be with creating a home.” 

Home isn’t something you can go out and buy at a store, it’s something that is curated over time. 

We Don’t Judge How Others Live With More Stuff 

One misconception with Cozy Minimalism she would love to change is that just because we are minimalists and just because we don’t have a lot of clutter doesn’t mean that we walk into other people’s homes and judge them. 

She has fully embraced my concept “To Each Their Home” and understands that everyone lives their own way in their own home… no judgment from the outside.

Dealing With Guilt and Sentimental Items

Rose has an essential rule for her sentimental stuff: If it is valuable enough to keep, she will display it in her home. 

“Either I deal with this stuff or someone else will… and I want to make that decision. I want to make that choice.”

Initially, she felt guilt for getting rid of things in her home that had been there for a long time. 

Rose recounts one specific grouping that was especially hard for her, gifts from her grandma that had crocheted all these beautiful doll dresses every year for her birthday. 

18 handmade doll dresses. 

It was such a heartfelt gift that she loved when she was younger and was able to play with the dolls. 

However, as she grew up, she stopped playing with the dolls, and they sat in a box and never saw the light of day. 

She kept the most sentimental one and displayed it in her home. 

“And besides that,” she says, “other things connect me to my Grandma in my home.” 

There is a grouping of recipes that she has framed in her kitchen that reminds her of her great grandma  and grandma every time she glances at them when she walks by.

Cozy Minimal Home Tour - Kitchen and Dining Room

According to Rose, this is one of her least favorite rooms within her home, but she has still infused some emotional connection points to help her love it more.

Having a clutter-free space also helped her enjoy it more.

Adding the handwritten recipe cards from her great-grandmother and grandma on display helps her emotionally connect with the space and reminds her of meals she enjoyed with those special women in her life.

The dining room is connected to the kitchen, so I am including it here. 

The dining table was built by Rose’s father for her wedding, and she was able to spray paint the chairs black to help with design cohesion. 

The artwork on the wall represents where they started their journey together as a family and also where they currently live.

Cozy Minimal Home Tour - Bathroom

This was the first room that  Rose tackled for a renovation, and she didn’t think she would go that far with the renovation. 

You can do little things in your home to make a significant impact. 

It started with a change in a mirror, then the light, then the painted cabinet and then a willing husband that made her vision come to light with paint, the board and batten, and a new countertop.

I love how she pulled together the colors with a runner instead of those matchy-matchy fuzzy bathroom rugs (I’m not passing judgment because I  own those  too, lol)

By adding a functional decor grouping, she can make the tissue paper look pretty in a group with hand soap. 

Functional decor groupings help you keep the essentials and everyday use items out but help elevate them to make them pretty. 

I always say, “If it’s going to be out, it might as well be pretty!”

Adding the hamper beside the toilet also helps with adding texture to the room. 

Cozy Minimal Home Tour - Guest Bedroom

The guest bedroom was a fun space for Rose because this is their first owned home and the first place they had a dedicated space for guests to come and stay if needed.

Everything in this room has been purchased second-hand or gifted except the mattress and box spring. Everything has a reason for being in this room; it has to have meaning. 

The end table is a cigar cabinet from the early 1900s that she gifted her husband on their first wedding anniversary.  

The trunk at the end of the bed was from an auction her husband attended.  .

A cigar box on the ledge below the window was a gift her brother brought home while he spent time in Romania.  

The wall art was a gift from Rose’s husband because she loves birds. Even the blankets were thrifted.

Cozy Minimal Home Tour - Boy’s Bedroom

She has the boys sleeping upstairs in a simple bedroom and their own toys in a dedicated play space downstairs. 

Two Sock Monkeys sit on display.  One was handmade by her grandmother and the other was gifted by her mother after her first son was born. She read in a decorating magazine that a larger rug would make the room feel bigger, so she sourced this rug from another room in their home, and it worked perfectly for the boy’s room. This is the beauty of having a whole home color plan; you can use items in many rooms of your home.

Her goal with the bedroom was to be soothing and very simplified. The boys have a playroom in the basement to collect their treasures and toys – leaving the bedroom as a place for sleeping and winding down. 

The basket of books is helpful for an evening read before bed.

The two dressers were sourced from second-hand places, and she painted them to match the decor.

The artwork on the wall above both beds is also significant. With pictures of the boys above their beds and word art that helps remind them that family is everything. 

Two chess boards have been added to the walls.

Cozy Minimal Home Tour - Kids Play Areas

So often, those of us with minimalist homes feel judged because they seem to think that we force our children into this lifestyle or make them live with nothing. 

Rose has a special place for the boys downstairs that is their play area, and they have all of their collections and things they have started to accumulate. 

This isn’t about forcing her boys into this lifestyle but more so guiding them to be mindful of what they own and why they own it.

Rose will gently nudge the older boys to look at what they own items and encourage them to let go once the items start getting unmanageable or overwhelming. 

She is committed to teaching them how to manage their stuff mindfully rather than doing it for them.

The play space for her in-home family child care area is on the main floor of her bi-level, and she has beautifully styled this space with items she has purchased and curated over time.

Cozy Minimal Home Tour - Main Bedroom

Curating a sanctuary within  your home is crucial. Having a place to end your day in a calm and relaxing way is essential. And waking up in a room that isn’t full of “to-do’s” is also calming. Rose beautifully demonstrates that a pretty room doesn’t have to be with a matching bedroom set or brand-new items. 

The pieces in this room feel like they have been curated over lifetimes, and each of the items has a special meaning or story behind it. There is so much beauty in the imperfectness of a carefully curated home, every line, shape or scratch tells a story.

Rose says, “I’ve been known to go to Target too, but I don’t purchase all my items there. It doesn’t look like my home came out of a showroom.”

Taking it beyond the furniture basics, if you can create emotional connection points in your bedroom to remind you of your love for your spouse as Rose did, you will make your space feel like it’s your own. 

More importantly, you will be reminded of the special bond between each other as you glance at the decor.

Above the bed in her and her husband’s bedroom is a framed note he wrote to her on the day he proposed.  

It simply states, “Rose – Sweetheart, I love you so much. I love you forever.” 

That note should have made you audibly say “Awwwww!” 

What a beautiful reminder of that day, and their wedding day in the photo beside it, all serving to remind them of their love story. 

I hope this cozy minimal home tour has given you some inspiration for your real-life home. It may have sparked you to look at your curated space as beautiful.

Take note if you’ve ever felt too sentimental to be a minimalist. 

Being a minimalist doesn’t mean that you have to live out of a backpack. 

You can release the excess and find your own level of enough and choose to keep the most sentimental items in your home. Incorporate those beautiful sentimental items into your home decor. Give them a place of honour in your home and showcase those precious memories, don’t stuff them in a box.cozy 

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Minimalist House Tour: Simple Living as a Family of 6

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Minimalist Family Home: Come on in! We’re excited to give you a tour of our home and show you what family minimalism (or really simple living) looks like for us. Minimalism has changed our lives and we can’t wait to share our story with you today!

Or watch this video on YouTube here !

When you first come into our house you might notice that it’s tidy and clean, but you might not be able to put your finger on what makes our home different.

But if you open the drawers and cabinets, you will notice that nothing is more than half full. It feels SO good not to have them stuffed full of things we don’t need and aren’t using!

Why I Became a Minimalist

In the beginning, it was a house cleaning tactic . I wanted to be able to keep the house clean AND still be able to do work on projects I was excited about. At first I didn’t even tell my husband what I was doing. Eventually I had to let Tom know what I was up to and he said, “Just don’t make us look weird!”

As we’ve simplified our house, it has also spilled over to improve every area of our life, including:

• eating healthier
• our relationship
• more effective employees
• better ability to prioritize

What started as merely a strategy to keep the house clean has turned into so much more!

Watch this video to learn more about why I became a minimalist!

What Makes Our House Different?

Minimalist Bedrooms

Our bedroom is tiny, but the great thing about that is we don’t keep as much stuff. The more space we have, the more we tend to fill it up with things we don’t even need!!

Do I Have to Get Rid of Everything to Be a Minimalist?

You don’t have to sell all your stuff to become a minimalist. Just start with questioning things …

• Do the kids really need this many toys?
• Do we need this extra furniture in this room?
• Does our wardrobe need to be this big?

Every item that comes into the house is something that I have to manage . Having fewer things makes it so much EASIER to manage and keep clean, it practically manages itself!!

Is Minimalism Weird?

Minimalism doesn’t feel weird, it just feels natural and peaceful . This is how we were meant to live!

The way we were living before was weird – being stressed out by all the stuff in our house that we didn’t need or even use!

So what does Tom REALLY think about our minimalist home now?? Watch to the end of the video to find out!

How Do I Know If Minimalism is for Me?

Can you relate to any of these things?

• I have too much paper clutter!
• My closet is overflowing!
• My kitchen is always a mess!
• My big house / new vehicle / fancy clothes aren’t making me happy!

If any of that sounds familiar, hang around with us for awhile and find out if minimalism might be the answer!!  We’ve been there too, and we love sharing tips and tricks of how we simplified our house.

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12 Modern Minimalist Homes from Around the World: A Global Design Tour

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In today’s fast-paced world, where excess often dominates, there’s a refreshing global movement steering us back to simplicity: modern minimalist design. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene landscapes of Scandinavia, this design philosophy has found its way into homes across continents, proving that less can indeed be more. This universal appeal isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s a reflection of a shared desire for clarity, purpose, and meaningful living.

While each region brings its unique touch, adapting to its culture and environment, the core principles of minimalism remain consistent. It’s a testament to the idea that, regardless of where we come from, there’s a collective yearning to declutter our spaces and, by extension, our lives. The beauty of minimalist design lies not in its starkness, but in its ability to highlight what truly matters, transcending borders and bridging diverse communities together.

As we embark on this global design tour, we’ll journey through continents, exploring homes that embody the essence of minimalist design. From the bustling streets of New York City to the serene beaches of Brazil, each home tells a story of architectural brilliance and a deep-rooted appreciation for simplicity. Let’s dive in and uncover the unique characteristics and inspirations behind these modern minimalist masterpieces from around the world.

North America:

South america:, australia & oceania:.

The vast expanse of North America, with its diverse landscapes and cultures, has given rise to a unique blend of minimalist designs. In the heart of its bustling cities and serene suburbs, modern minimalism finds its expression in various forms.

Sleek Urban Lofts in the US:

The US, known for its skyscrapers and relentless energy, has embraced minimalism in its own distinctive way. Amidst the city’s iconic skyline, urban lofts have become the epitome of modern minimalist living. Spaces that once housed factories or warehouses are now transformed into chic residences, where every square foot is optimized. A standout example is “The Glass House” by Philip Johnson, located in Connecticut. This architectural marvel is a transparent box set against a backdrop of lush greenery, blurring the lines between the indoors and the outdoors. Its simplicity is its statement, offering a tranquil escape from the city’s hustle.

Californian Open-Concept Homes:

Moving to the West Coast, California’s sunny disposition is mirrored in its homes. The state’s architectural landscape is dotted with open-concept designs that invite nature in. One such iconic structure is “The Kaufmann House” in Palm Springs, designed by Richard Neutra. This desert modernist gem, with its clean lines and expansive glass windows, harmoniously blends with its arid surroundings. It’s a testament to how minimalism can be both stylish and functional, offering residents a sanctuary where they can connect with the environment while enjoying the comforts of contemporary living.

South America, with its rich tapestry of cultures and breathtaking landscapes, offers a unique canvas for minimalist architectural wonders. The continent’s vibrant history and natural beauty have inspired designs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Brazilian Beachfront Retreats:

Brazil, known for its carnival spirit and sun-kissed beaches, has also made significant contributions to the world of minimalist architecture. A prime example is “Casa Paraty” in Rio de Janeiro, designed by Marcio Kogan. This beachfront haven seamlessly blends modern design elements with the surrounding tropical nature. Its linear structures, combined with open spaces, allow residents to enjoy panoramic views of the ocean, making it a perfect retreat from urban chaos.

Chilean Mountain Hideaways:

Chile, with its diverse landscapes ranging from the Atacama Desert to the Andes Mountains, offers a unique backdrop for minimalist homes. “Casa Tunquen” by DX Arquitectos stands as a testament to this. Nestled on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this wooden retreat is a harmonious blend of simplicity and elegance. Its design ensures that residents can enjoy uninterrupted views of the vast ocean, making it a serene hideaway.

Europe, with its rich history and architectural heritage, has been at the forefront of the minimalist movement, adapting and evolving the design philosophy to its diverse cultural contexts.

Scandinavian Simplicity in Sweden:

Sweden, the heart of Scandinavian design, is renowned for its emphasis on functionality and simplicity. “The Summer House” in Lagnö, crafted by Tham & Videgård Arkitekter, embodies these principles. Set amidst a rugged landscape of rocks and trees, this sleek wooden structure stands as a modern sanctuary. Its design, with large windows and open spaces, ensures that residents are always connected to the surrounding nature, making it a true embodiment of Scandinavian minimalism.

Mediterranean Marvels in Greece:

Greece, with its ancient ruins and azure waters, has a rich architectural legacy. In recent times, modern designs have started to emerge, drawing inspiration from traditional Greek architecture. “Tinos House” in the Cyclades is one such marvel. This residence offers a contemporary twist on classic Greek design elements. Its white-washed walls and clean lines, combined with the use of local materials, make it a perfect blend of the old and the new.

Africa, a continent of diverse landscapes and cultures, has seen a rise in modern minimalist homes that pay homage to its rich heritage while embracing contemporary design principles.

South African Nature Reserves:

South Africa, with its vast savannahs and dynamic urban centers, offers a unique blend of the wild and the sophisticated. “House Abo” in Limpopo, designed by Nico van der Meulen Architects, stands as a testament to this blend. This transparent structure, with its expansive glass walls, allows residents to immerse themselves in the surrounding wilderness. Yet, its modern design ensures all the comforts of a luxury residence, making it a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Moroccan Desert Oases:

Morocco, a land of ancient cities and vast deserts, has a rich architectural tradition. “Villa K” in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, crafted by Studio KO, is a modern ode to this legacy. This home seamlessly blends minimalistic design principles with the rugged desert landscape. Its clean lines and earthy tones resonate with the surrounding environment, making it a true desert oasis.

Asia, with its millennia-old civilizations and rapid modernization, offers a fascinating canvas for minimalist architecture, blending tradition with innovation.

Japanese Zen Retreats:

Japan, the land of the rising sun, has a deep-rooted architectural philosophy centered around harmony and simplicity. “House in Okazaki” by Kazuyo Sejima is a shining example of this philosophy. This residence showcases the art of “Ma” or negative space, a fundamental concept in Japanese design. Its open spaces, combined with a serene ambiance, make it a true Zen retreat, offering residents a space for reflection and tranquility.

Balinese Tropical Villas:

Bali, an island paradise known for its lush landscapes and vibrant culture, has seen a rise in modern homes that draw inspiration from its natural beauty. “The Iman Villa” in Bali stands out as a beacon of contemporary design amidst traditional Balinese settings. Nestled amidst verdant rice paddies, this villa combines sleek design elements with local materials. Its open spaces, infinity pool, and tropical gardens make it a perfect blend of modern luxury and natural beauty.

The regions of Australia and Oceania, with their diverse ecosystems ranging from sun-kissed beaches to rugged mountains, have embraced the minimalist design ethos, creating homes that are both functional and in harmony with nature.

Australian Coastal Homes:

Australia, with its vast coastline, offers a plethora of opportunities for architects to design homes that capture the essence of coastal living. “The Pole House” in Fairhaven Beach, Victoria, is one such masterpiece. Suspended above the ocean, this minimalist marvel seems to defy gravity. Its sleek design, combined with panoramic views of the ocean, makes it a dream abode for those seeking solace by the sea.

New Zealand Mountain Abodes:

New Zealand, known for its breathtaking landscapes, has been a muse for architects looking to design homes that resonate with its natural beauty. “Retreat on the Hawea Flat” in Otago, crafted by Assembly Architects Limited, is a testament to this inspiration. Nestled amidst the rugged landscapes of Otago, this home seamlessly blends modern design with the raw beauty of its surroundings. Its clean lines, open spaces, and use of natural materials make it a perfect retreat for those looking to connect with nature.

Conclusion:

As we’ve journeyed across continents, it’s evident that the principles of minimalist design have a universal appeal. These homes, each unique in its own right, showcase the adaptability of minimalist architecture, proving that less truly can be more. Whether it’s a serene retreat in Japan or a coastal marvel in Australia, these iconic homes inspire us to declutter, simplify, and focus on what’s essential. As we move forward in our own design journeys, let’s draw inspiration from these masterpieces and strive to create living spaces that resonate with authenticity, simplicity, and harmony.

Dan Erickson

Dan Erikson is the passionate voice behind Hip Diggs, where he explores the art of living simply and intentionally. With a keen eye for minimalism and its profound impact on our lives, Dan delves into topics ranging from decluttering spaces to decluttering the mind. Drawing from personal experiences and a deep appreciation for the minimalist ethos, he offers readers practical insights and actionable steps to embrace a more meaningful, clutter-free life. When he's not penning down his thoughts on Hip Diggs, Dan enjoys the serenity of nature, reading, and exploring the nuances of simple living in a complex world.

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These tours are usually inspiring. All the opinion/reasoning I agree with, just finding my way to actualization. I am perhaps not the tail end but seeing the other side helps with that final push in the last, just grueling, 800 meters, so to speak. As a former college track athlete, that was always a rough race but ALWAYS worth it.

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How to add character to a minimalist home

Neutral needn’t mean boring.

If you're looking to create a minimalist home but aren't sure where to start, you've come to the right place.

Neutral decor can leave a room feeling cold if not styled correctly but there are a few simple ways to keep it feeling cosy — and that doesn't mean introducing colour.

1. Manage your clutter

Minimalism has been proven to help people feel more in control of their lives, with psychologists sharing that weekly decluttering can help us to make better choices .

"When I think of my favourite spaces, I think of calm, uncluttered [rooms] where we can truly unwind," says Mark.

"Think of the spa-like feel of an inviting bathroom, layered with soft white towels and flickering with candlelight; a kitchen full of sunlight, where the cupboards hide neat stacks of crisp white china and that wonderful bedroom that offers a true retreat, perfect for comfort and vital rest at the end of a busy day."

But how can we create this in our homes? Mark says: "Display cabinets are a great way to add storage and create a visual break in a room of fitted cupboards, with ample space for china, glass, bowls and favourite cookery books."

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2. add texture.

Adding texture to a neutral space can make things look and feel more interesting — even if it's all from the same colour palette.

"Perhaps surprisingly, texture, colour and pattern have as much a role to play in minimal homes as they do in maximalist ones," explains James. "It’s a harmonic mix of all three that gives pared-back rooms their sense of personality."

So how can we create this harmony? "Tactile surfaces and textiles — grainy wood and slubby linen are the ones to know this season — add layers of visual depth, while the most successful minimal spaces tend to mix different shades of the same colour," says James.

"This makes rooms feel warmer by allowing the eye to focus on individual elements in a space rather than overwhelming it with too much contrast. Gentle abstract patterns and subtle shapes (organic curves, yes, but clean geometric lines too) will work with these elements to create a decorative scheme that is full of character but calming and clutter-free, too."

Mark agrees: "natural favourites include weathered wood, slubby linen or marbled slate, all of which connect us back to nature and add interest."

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3. the power of scent.

To create a living space you really want to be in, it's important to consider the feelings you want to evoke when there. Whether that's a sense of calm in the bedroom or mental clarity in the home office, Mark explains that minimalist homes both can and should feel emotive and sensory.

"Scented candles and diffusers help to create mood," Mark says. "There’s something about the ritual of lighting a candle and the warmth of a flickering flame that always makes a room inviting."

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4. choose versatile furniture.

Multi-purpose furniture allows you to get more use out of single items while also taking up less space; minimalism doesn't have to come at the expense of functionality.

Mark says: "Choose small, occasional pieces of furniture that can be versatile and work brilliantly in so many different ways. A stool that works by a sofa as a side table, or to pull up for an extra seat, and also looks gorgeous beside the bath — simply sit a little tray on top and its ready for bath potions and a glass of wine too!"

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5. use colour cleverly.

Minimalist doesn’t have to mean neutrals, and there are ways to work colour in if you wish.

"Pulling together small groups of art, ceramics, textured bowls, photos, candles and greenery can create lovely focal points and be a way to add elements of colour. Plus, I love to use the occasional darker shade in some pieces of furniture or accessories to contrast and complement the wider scheme."

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Minimalist Heatherhill Beach house was conceived with an 'essentialist mindset'

Heatherhill Beach house by Norm Architects in Denmark's Vejby is designed as a minimalist retreat conceived with an 'essentialist mindset'

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Heatherhill Beach house is set among the scenic seaside hills and low vegetation of Vejby in northern Denmark. The holiday home, designed by Norm Architects, was conceived as a retreat that stands as a 'testament to the beauty of simplicity and the elegance of nature,' the team writes. The modest structure, built in earthy tones and organic materials does not detract from the existing landscape; rather, it complements it, drawing on sustainable architecture principles and calming minimalism . 

Heatherhill Beach house by Norm Architects

The new build structure is organised around two central circulation axes, crafted within a barn-inspired outline that references the traditional vernacular of the region. The architecture's sedum roof and cedar cladding were selected to age gracefully, blending even further in time with their natural surroundings.

'The architecture is designed to draw the eye and hold your attention – leading you on a journey of discovery throughout the entire property. Long views extend through the house, welcoming you with a glimpse of the breathtaking scenery beyond,' said Norm's Sofie Bak.

Inside, clean surfaces with a restricted material palette follow the same, considered approach. There are lye-treated Douglas Fir planks from Dinesen on the floor; slim brown brick flooring and stair surfaces; and architectural lighting by Møller&Rothe for ONE A. 

'Every joint, connection, and detail are intentional and finely tuned, each playing a specific role to serve a larger whole that engages with us on an emotional and practical level. With this essentialist mindset we’ve wanted to create a space that last, rather than succumbing to passing trends or construction shortcuts,' said Peter Eland of Norm.

The result is a carefully curated whole and a timeless residential escape for its owners, perfect for connecting with the outdoors.

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During the pandemic, many of us shifted priorities, but homeowners Taylor Collins and Katie Forrest decided to shift lifestyles. In 2020 the couple and their young family was living in their native Austin, Texas, during the week and spending weekends working their bison, pig, and poultry ranch in Fredericksburg, an hour and a half drive away. Though their custom home in the city was admittedly not as urban as most—its location on a lot with preserved Barton Creek Greenbelt views gave the impression of living in nature—it was nothing like the wide open spaces Hill Country offers. That year, they decided to move to the ranch full-time and engaged Austin-based design firm Baldridge Architects to make it a suitable place for family living that embraces its connection to the land.

“Our goal for the project was a modern take on the historic settler-built houses in this part of Texas,” explains Collins. “Any residence here from the 1800s had a breezeway and was oriented to work with the ecosystem’s prevailing winds and sun patterns throughout the day. For our house, it also made a lot of sense as a functional architecture approach.” At the beginning of the pandemic, the Fredericksburg property was a mix of existing historic structures including barns, feed silos, and a 1,934-square-foot dogtrot-style house with bedroom and dining wings separated by a breezeway. Collins and Forrest had the small home built as a weekend retreat, but to live and run a business there full-time, it needed reimagining and expanding. Baldridge Architects renovated and designed a compound of porch-wrapped, gable-roofed volumes around it, creating a nearly 4,400-square-foot home where outdoor living is possible most days of the year.

“Separation is what really makes this work,” says principal architect Burton Baldridge, who had previously designed the family’s Austin home with colleague Brian Bedrosian. “The in-between spaces are key.” In the spirit of the central Texan dogtrot, the center of the house is a void—a carport and walkway to access the detached sleeping and living wings. A gabled roof covers the entirety of the home’s new building, visually uniting the bedrooms, kitchen, offices, dining and living room, home gym, and breezeway. Most of these spaces have outdoor covered porches that are built continuously like a wraparound terrace, while the carport has a corrugated polycarbonate section of roof to protect it from wet weather while allowing light to penetrate the home’s interiors. Because the project included both a renovation and new construction, Baldridge and his team chose materials carefully and aimed to make the old and new indistinguishable. The exterior is clad in plain sawn Douglas Fir and Corten steel siding with Clear Cedar vertical battens. The porch overhangs are braced by steel beams and Douglas Fir and steel columns, left untreated to naturally patina in the elements. The same steel is used for ceiling trusses, to particularly handsome effect in the monumental dining room.

The interiors are largely fabricated of white oak, including the many built-ins the architects designed to integrate storage, from a wet bar to a custom office-cum-podcast studio to the ebonized kitchen cabinetry. Where they are not, the architects chose hand-wrought finishes, like gypsum plaster walls and terra-cotta zellige tiles. Because so much of the house has exterior doors and windows to its porches and countryside views beyond, the spaces are warm and sunlit—a pretty backdrop to the family’s collection of what Collins calls “nature treasures,” including arrowheads discovered on-site by his daughter, Scout. Most of the furnishings were curated by Forrest, who prioritized natural materials and colors in the contemporary pieces to balance out rustic antiques like the large dining table set with BluDot leather chairs.

Beyond the collected decor, the real focus of the house is the ranch surrounding. Not only is the family constantly aware of their environment, but they are confronted by it daily as they traverse their pavilion-like abode.

“I don’t know of too many people who would want to live like this,” admits Baldridge. “But I’m really grateful that they did because I think the plan is extraordinary.” “The house’s design is an invitation for more of our life to be lived outdoors,” Collins adds. For a former city-slicking family looking to embrace their rancher life, it’s a perfectly unusual fit.

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Visiting a new city is akin to going on a first date, it is something you will never forget. Many people imagine Moscow as just a bunch of sporadic landmarks: Red Square, the Kremlin, Lenin’s Mausoleum and GUM. There is so much more to this wonderful city than that and even though we only have a few hours, we will do all we can to show you everything we know and love about our capital in one fell swoop. We will take you on a journey through the ages, from centuries ago, right up to the modern day, soaking in the sights of this vast and bustling metropolis. Bright, luxurious and both ancient and modern at the same time, Moscow invites you on a date you’ll never forget!

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• The wonderfully historic city centre and its unique museums, magnificent cathedrals, the exquisite Chambers of the Romanov Boyars and of course, the famous towering red brick walls of the Kremlin, The charming beauty of the Alexander Garden awaits the capital's guests - a lush green oasis in the midst of the glass and concrete clad metropolis, basking in the etherial aura emanating from the whitewashed stone walls of the restored Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the world- renowned fairytale onion domes of St. Basil's Cathedral and other impressive monumental buildings such as the library built in Lenin's honour - the Russian State Library - and the State Duma.
• The Lubyanka KGB headquarters is notorious to members of older generations and although nowadays, the face of the secret police has changed dramatically, the looming enigmatic building on the waterfront maintains its aura of mystery, shrouded in a variety of murky rumours and dark myths. Then, there’s another of Moscow's main attractions - the marvellous Bolshoi Theatre, yew simply cant leave Moscow without taking in its breathtaking architecture. Engrained in the fabric of Russia's cultural heritage, virtuoso performers such as prima ballerina Galina Ulanova, opera singer Feodor Chaliapin and pianist, composer and conductor Sergei Rachmaninoff once stood centre stage of this vaunted institution.
• The memorial complex on Poklonnaya Hill was constructed in the glory and honour of our heroes who defended our nation in the many crucial battles of the Great Patriotic War (WWII). This is a place that embodies a particularly acute and inextricable link between older ancf younger generations. Moving on to the Moscow International Business Centre, not dubbed ‘Moscow City' for nothing, a true glimpse of the future in the present. This incredible, rather jaw-dropping project in the capital has shown that Moscow has come to accept the age of the skyscraper. Finally, the stunning views from the observation deck at Sparrow Hills will leave professional and amateur photographers alike itching to capture them. How could one resist?

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Our private Moscow city tours allow travellers the benefit of an expert tour guide with you in every step. All you have to do is take it all in and enjoy. Explore a city born from an imperial past, yet an enduring symbol of Soviet Russia. This is a city between two worlds. When you visit Moscow , you will see how its art and architecture reflects a crossroad between Europe and Asia. Moscow revels in the centuries of comings and goings of great minds that have called this world-renowned metropolis home.

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• Rich in history and culture, reveals some amazing stories. Our captivating Moscow tours have a way of bringing the past to life as you follow a Soviet trail through the city
• Explore numerous world-class historical and contemporary art galleries and museums in Moscow , including the Tretyakov State Gallery, the Pushkin Museum, the Moscow Museum of Modern Art, and many more

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• Be enthralled by the monumental architecture of famous churches and iconic buildings, such as the Kremlin, the Red Square, and Saint Basil’s Cathedral
• Experience the magnificent Moscow Metro, whose grandiose architecture, intricate mosaics, and dramatic sculptures have made it a must-see attraction when travelling Russia
• Indulge yourself in one of their many famous theatre art performances, whether it be an opera or ballet performance in the glamorous Bolshoi Theatre or a post-drama or comedy production in the Gogol Centre

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• Take a Moscow river cruise along the mighty Volga River for a unique perspective into exploring Russia’s hidden gems and treasures
• Feast on exotic Russian cuisines while strolling through the street markets or at a fine dining restaurant, and enjoy countless specialty stores sampling vodka, caviar, and chocolate
• Shop to your heart’s desire in Moscow’s two most lavished shopping centres, GUM and TSUM, where items range from the most glamorous high-end fashion brands, art, and jewellery to antiques and traditional handicrafts

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The Red Square, Saint Basil’s Cathedral, and The Kremlin top every visitor’s list. These iconic buildings have defined Russia for centuries, but Moscow’s culture doesn’t stop there. Visit Izmailovsky Park, one of the largest urban parks in the world (six times larger than New York’s Central Park) or marvel at the Ostankino Tower, once the tallest structure on earth. Chase down real adventure and ride the Moscow Metro for a true taste of Russia in what visitors call part bomb shelter, part art gallery.

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Breathe in the history of Moscow, explore its Imperial and soviet past, dynamic contemporary culture and lifestyle. On this 5-day tour of Moscow, you'll visit the must-see sights with your private guide and explore the city at your own pace.

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Immerse yourself in the art, history and culture of Russia and explore the contrasting styles of Moscow and St Petersburg in just one week. Experience the iconic landmarks of Moscow, then, take a fast train to Saint Petersburg, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

Moscow and St Petersburg in Style

This carefully crafted 9-day itinerary tells the tale of two cities – Moscow, the source of Eastern political, economic and spiritual influence, and St Petersburg – Russia’s cultural epicentre and window to Western Europe.

Moscow, St Petersburg and Golden Ring Rendezvous

This tour of Moscow, St. Petersburg and the Golden Ring explores the places that shaped Russia’s history – past, present and future. Uncover Moscow’s ongoing revolutionary spirit, before journeying back in time to rural, medieval Russia. End in St Petersburg, a city of royal splendour and undeniable romance.

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Willow Glen Lifestyles Home Tour celebrates 40th year

Benefit for san jose day nursery set for may 4-5.

The Willow Glen Lifestyles Home Tour is celebrating its 40th year on May 4-5. As ever, the event benefits the San Jose Day Nursery (SJDN), a nonprofit early learning center founded in 1916 in downtown San Jose. Funds raised from the tour will enhance SJDN programs and provide scholarships for children of low-income working parents.

Each of the five homes on the self-guided tour is no more than a five-minute drive from the next. Docents will be on site at each home to answer questions.

Featured homes this year include the historic 110-plus-year-old former Wilcox Manor on Pine Avenue with seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Just across the street is a lovely Carmel -style contemporary five-bedroom, 4.5-bath home.

A renovated cottage, a modern farmhouse and a two-bedroom, two-story Spanish-influenced home in downtown Willow Glen round out the tour this year.

One of the homes on Pine Avenue has been designated this year’s “garden home,” where attendees will be able to enjoy beverages and refreshments in a garden setting, mingle over complimentary wine tasting and purchase snacks and gift items from local vendors and artisans.

Tickets for the tour, set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on both days, are $50 in advance at  willowglenhometour.com or in person at D’Anna’s Florist, 1712 Meridian Ave., and Bella James, 1371 Lincoln Ave. Home addresses will be revealed after purchase of a ticket. No pets or children under 12.

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7 things to keep in mind when shopping for a gym membership.

Whether you are starting a new exercise regimen, coming back from an injury, or have relocated, finding a gym or health club that fits your needs and budget takes an investment of time, energy and, of course, money. It’s not unlike buying a car: You need to search for the best deal, take advantage of promotions, test drive several options and sift through the contractual fine print.

The fitness industry is moving away from its self-inflicted reputation of treating clients as marks and always upselling, but it’s still important to do your homework to find the right fit for you. “The best gym or studio should be an environment you want to return to and feel comfortable in within your price point,” says Sarah Luna, president of Xponential , a franchise of boutique fitness brands including Club Pilates and Pure Barre.

Here’s what to consider before committing to a fitness facility.

Learn about the options

Depending on where you live, you may find one or more supersize chains, luxury amenity-filled clubs, independently owned gyms and/or specialty (such as Pilates or barre) studios. Before shopping around, figure out which type of environment will help you meet your personal fitness goals. Then, make a list of your must-have amenities (a dedicated cardio area, free weights, a private studio, a swimming pool, on-site child care, a locker room, showers, sauna, etc.) to help you narrow your options.

Prioritize convenience

Ideally your fitness facility will be within five miles — or a 10- to 15-minute drive — from home or work. Anything farther increases the chances of logistical issues (think: traffic) that can keep you from getting there. Search online for fitness, barre, Pilates or gym + near me to identify the closest options, Luna says.

Hours also matter, says Bryce Henson, CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp . Look at the general operating hours as well as how late and early classes are offered, and whether there are weekend sessions. If the only class you’re interested in is at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays, can you make that work with your schedule? Ask front desk staff about how easy it is to book a spot in classes and gauge their reaction. “You want classes and a schedule that can be built into your routine,” Luna says. “If you can’t get into the ones you want, likely this isn’t the place for you.”

Take a tour

Once you’ve narrowed your list, tour your top options, with an eye toward the look and feel of each place. First impressions count, says Nick Barshick, chief operating officer for Chuze Fitness , a chain of nearly 60 centers across the West, South and Southeast. Is the facility clean and well-maintained? Is equipment wiped down after each use? Is the equipment dated or out of order? No detail is too small. Check lockers and restrooms, as well as the exercise studios and child-care space. Also consider safety. Visit before sunrise or after dusk to see the lighting in the parking lot and building, as well as how far you have to walk to the entrance.

Sample before you commit

Any reputable business should allow you to take some classes or try out the facility at no cost. If a gym won’t do this, consider it a red flag and look elsewhere. Planet Fitness offers a one-day pass, while 24 Hour Fitness lets you test a facility for three days, and Chuze offers a seven-day trial. A free trial allows you to get a realistic idea of how the place operates. How does the staff make you feel? Do instructors welcome new students to classes? Is the place quiet or mobbed at the time you are most likely to attend? Most important: Do you feel out of place or like you’re part of an inclusive community?

Ask about deals and promotions

When asked if they offer any special rates, “the answer will always be ‘yes,’” at pretty much any gym, Barshick says. But generally speaking, the best deals are offered in January, followed by the summer. You may also find some sale prices over Black Friday. Also ask if the facility offers any incentives, perks or discounts if you refer friends or family, Henson says.

Be leery of long-term contracts

“If an outfit wants a three months or longer contract, that’s a red flag to me, because it likely comes with a cancellation fee,” Henson says. “I like a low barrier of six weeks or less.” The best deals, Luna says, are programs that ask for a 60- to 90-day commitment to start, then shift to a month-to-month membership or offer class packs — say 10 passes that can be used over a three-month period.

Read the fine print

Look over your contract carefully to make sure you understand all of the policies. It should be easy to cancel. Some gyms still require 30 days notice to cancel a membership, while others offer immediate cancellation through their online portal or app. Also make note of any penalties for terminating early. Some facilities charge a flat cancellation fee, while others may ding you for an additional month.

Don’t be surprised by an annual fee of $40 to $60. This is industry practice for most high-value, low-price gym chains such as Planet Fitness, Crunch, 24 Hour Fitness and Chuze. The rationale is that consumers seem to prefer paying a low monthly rate plus an annual fee to paying slightly more each month, with no annual fee.

“Add up all the fees you pay and divide by 12 so you know what you are actually paying per month,” Barshick says. Also, watch out for any hidden charges, such as processing fees, towel service fees, locker rental or an automatic monthly increase after the first year.

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Over the next two weekends, Saturday April 13 and April 20, to be specific, influential British duo Orbital will deliver one of the most anticipated sets of this year’s Coachella fest for fans of electronic music, returning to the desert for the first time since 2010.

Thirty-three years after their seminal self-titled debut album, commonly referred to as the “Green” album, brothers Paul and Phil Hartnoll are revisiting their first two albums (the second , Orbital 2 , is known as the “Brown” album) on tour this year. They recently played the albums in their entirety in New York and Chicago and will be doing songs from those records at Coachella.

The day of their first New York show I spoke over Zoom with the brothers about how those albums have held up for them over the years, as well as how revisiting the past might inspire their future music, playing Coachella and more.

Steve Baltin: Have you guys done this album in its entirety yet, for this tour?

Paul Hartnoll: This is it, this is the first time this evening.

Baltin: Most artists tend to not go back and revisit material. When was the last time you listened to this album start to finish?

Paul: For me, I haven't done that for donkey's years. The first time I did it in recent times was last August, to get my head in the game. And I thought, “Okay, that's interesting. Let's see what we can do.” But before that, I don't know.

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Phil Hartnoll: I can't remember the last time I heard it.

Baltin: How did it hold up for you?

Paul: I was pleasantly surprised.

Phil: Yeah, me too. I was a bit skeptical about it at first, but as we started programming, I really started getting into it. It was a really nice set, which has then propelled us to have the faith in doing a concert, gigs and things around it.

Paul: There are no stems. The only recordings are stereo DAT tapes. That's all there was. It was all done live at the time. At the end of last August, I cracked open the Atari ST computer and tried all the floppy disks to see if they would work, and lo and behold, they did. All my data that I'd stored for various ancient digital synths all worked and I've kept all the gear. So, once I got it up and running it just sounded quite fresh. And you know what? The process is not real different than, say, finishing the Optical Delusion album and having to then work out how to play that live. It just so happens there's like 31 years in between writing the albums. But in a funny kind of way, going back to the really old album was a bit more refreshing because you haven't just recorded it.

Baltin: When you went back to "the Green album," which I say in quotes because I know that's not the proper title, but that's what everybody calls it, did it feel like going back to something almost like a fan?

Paul: No. Do you know what it was? It was a bit back-to-the future-y, because I'm looking at all the programming and it's like working with a ghost version of the 22-year-old Paul. I'd even left little notes or messages in the notes section of C-Lab Creator. So, I'd noticed that there was a note left, and I'd open it up and it would just be a little explanation as to what was going on at the time with the track, or what synth was being used on what channel. It was weird. It was like archaeological digging and finding these little messages from myself. It's funny, cause I could see how I was learning the equipment at the time and how I was being very brash and naive with it. It was very different. It was really interesting, like working with a ghost version of your younger self.

Baltin: What did you say to your younger self about the album in your mind?

Paul: I said, "Nice work, lad. I can see what you were trying to do there." It was more the younger self was talking to me saying, "Loosen up, old man, don't worry about it. Just get on with it." It felt more like that. It's really good to get in touch with your 22-year-old self that was just full of unbridled joy having this all of a sudden as his day job, rather than washing dishes. It was great.

Phil: Yeah, it was more like that. "Stop moaning, get on with it."

Paul: “Look at the fun you can have with this stuff, look at what I've done, look at this.” It was great.

Baltin: For you guys, did you tap into that fearlessness and that confidence that comes with youth?

Phil: Oh yeah, definitely.

Paul: I definitely think so, because some of the tracks are so simple in what you've got to play with, but it's how you play with them. The more modern stuff is more complex. With the older stuff, sometimes there are only like five or six buttons to play with, but it's about manipulating this synth and letting that have its space and letting that have its time. And it's really delicate as to how it's going to be played. You do have to play it differently. That's the thing, because it is old, and you have to go back to that time. I think that's good. You're forced into that young, "Right, this is what I'm doing. And it just does this for five minutes and suck it up if you don't like it." It's like that kind of old attitude that you used to have.

Phil: But there's an instrument called the 303 instrument, which is obviously a very famous thing. We used it a hell of a lot in the first album. Throughout our career actually, but more prominently on the first album. So, that tends to be my thing when we play live, but I've had to make up crib sheets. What I'm trying to say is that these five buttons, the sound of them, is so important, so specific to that sound, that I'm making up crib sheets to, like, "Right, that is that setting." The 303 might be in a few tracks, but because it is specific, it has to be the bass line. So it could be so specific, these little buttons. Cause that's all you're using, that's all you've got.

Paul: It's quite Zen, because back then you had very little equipment and you made it do a lot. Now we've got way too much equipment and everything does too much. So, we're going back to these tracks and having to get back into that Zen space of, “Five sounds, go, but each one has to count and have its moment.” It's going to be fun. I'll let you know if the spirit of those younger selves enters the room this evening. I think they'll have to.

Phil: I think they did when we landed in New York.

Baltin: Do you feel like recapturing that sense and going into the simpler thing will inspire you to be more minimalist when it comes to equipment in the future?

Paul: Yeah, I think it's going to be very inspirational for me. I've just had my head in it for six months, stripping apart and putting back together the Green and Brown albums. So that's going to have an effect, for sure. And back then, you had no regard for, “Okay, here's the drums, here's the bass line, here's the harmonic part and here's the lead line.” It's just, “Look at this big sample. It's filling up most of the space. Great, that'll do.” What fun that was.

Baltin: When you go back and look at it 30 years later are there moments on this record that really surprised you?

Paul: For me, “The Mobius” and how sci-fi and futuristic it sounded, and it still sounded like that to me. And then on the Brown album, track “Walk Now.” I cannot find the handle of how I'm going to play it live tonight in the studio. Rehearsing it, I'm like, "You're a puzzle box. I just don't know how you're going to be played." I've rehearsed it, I know what it can do, but I just don't know how it's going to be or what it's going to be. I will find out tonight when there's a thousand people or so in front of me, and then it will make itself clear, it will reveal itself. I'm kind of looking forward to that. That's always the way we play it live. When you improvise with the structure of the songs, you can't take your head out of the game. You can't go into thinking about something else. You're watching the audience and you're feeling what has to happen next.

Phil: “Impact,” so that's 30-odd years ago. It's about climate change really, essentially. And I'm going, well, that was like 30-odd years ago. Nothing's really changed, to be honest. I was quite pleased with ourselves that we did that nearly 30-odd years ago. It’s like “Oh, that's all right, isn't it?”

Baltin: When you look at a song like “Impact” 30 years ago, do you see where you guys were a little bit prophetic at that time?

Paul: I think we were just responding to what was going on at the time. We like to pose questions. Don't force people, this is what you should think. It's up to you what you think. But this is hinting at what we think, this is a thing that's going on. It's almost like documentary making that isn't judgmental, that just shows you the facts. You go and think about it afterwards. And yeah, we've done that with a few things, haven't we? The environment, with, like you say, religion, all sorts of things. We challenge people to think about religion. Posing the question to think about this at this moment in time.

Baltin: Talk about playing Coachella. When you think of playing at something like Coachella, where there's going to be 40,000 18-year-olds who have not heard this album live before, does it excite you guys to pick up on their vitality and energy?

Paul: When we play Coachella, we're going to play a set based on a more contemporary set from last year, which was promoting Optical Delusion album and all of our classics. We've only got an hour, I believe, at Coachella, and we normally play like an hour 45. So, it's really fun and puzzling. It's like, “What are we going to cut out?” What we'll probably do is cut out less than 45 minutes but play them all quicker. Not faster in tempo, just a bit more concise and just chunk through it in a way that's good and fun and very kinetic and energetic, which is also really good fun doing that.

Phil: It's great fun playing at festivals. That's the beauty of festival, playing to the non-converted, really. Our own shows are great, obviously, cause of our own fans. But the challenge is festivals, which is what I like about festivals. You see a band that you wouldn't normally go and see. So I'm excited about Coachella, definitely, see what happens there. I'm really happy to be playing there this year.

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