Magazines from the world What changes has the global pandemic wrought on holiday homes? AD USA spoke to five different interior designers who focus on spaces, materials, lighting and how to make the most of these particular places What changes has the global pandemic wrought on holiday homes? AD USA spoke to five different interior designers who focus on spaces, materials, lighting and how to make the most of these particular places “Vacation homes took on new meaning during the pandemic. For some people, ‘weekend’ houses became primary residences; others, previously thinking they had bid the big city farewell for good, realized that maybe they weren’t quite ready for the slow pace of small-town life year-round. For the latter set, the country home planned as a primary residence was eventually designated as a vacation retreat. With those changing dynamics has also come a shift in design priorities for vacation homes. We chatted to five design pros about what they’re seeing in their most recent vacation home projects." - full article. Magazine: AD – Architectural Digest Country: USA Date: July 4th 2022 Article: The Design Trends Shaping Vacation Homes Postpandemic Author: Mikki Brammer 5 August 2022 Add to bookmarks Add to bookmarks Share
Stories The holiday library. 5 important books to savor tranquilly From Robert Wilson’s chairs to fables about the Castiglioni brothers. From the Compasso d’Oro to Beatrice Leanza’s thoughts and a bookazine on luxury. Essential reading for all those with a passion for the topic. Patrizia Malfatti
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