JAVIER SEBASTIAN ESTUDIO PAISAJISTA

Marc Julien Homes latest custom estate is located in the heart of West Palm Beach’s Historic, El Cid District. This 5 bedroom 4.5 bath, Mediterranean custom estate features architectural details of a half-century old home with all of the luxuries of modern living. A custom Mahogany front door waits to welcome you to the home through the palm lined walkway. Stepping through the entrance you are greeted with a spacious, open floor plan overlooking the luscious backyard and outdoor living area. Transitioning seamlessly through the home are entertainment focused living, kitchen and dining rooms. The Mediterranean loggia features a one-of-a-kind fireplace, expansive covered seating, and exceptional view of the luxury pool.

Perrin & Rowe tapware in satin brass completes the rustic look at Real Living editor Deb Bibby's charming cottage.

Bernard Andre

A rectangular leisure pools sits in the middle of a Mediterranean-style hacienda courtyard. The pool is paved in a deep teal-blue pool plaster and lined with custom hand-painted tiles, giving the look of an exotic oasis. Hand-painted tiles surrounding a hand-carved Italian marble basin fountain at the head of pool provides a stunning focal point against the backdrop of the mountains. Lushly planted blue-glazed ceramic pots flank the carved wood columns that support the Spanish tiled portal. Deep plush lounge chairs allow the space to be fully enjoyed by the residents any time of the day. Photo Credit: Kirk Gittings

open-style kitchen ideal for large gatherings

Natalia Lopez de la Cruz

Photographie immobilière de piscine. Petite piscine dans joli jardin méditerranéen. ©Marc Julien

Soft linen white family room with handknotted rug, white sofas and glass table. A clean, contemporary white palette in this traditional Spanish Style home in Santa Barbara, California. Soft greys, beige, cream colored fabrics, hand knotted rugs and quiet light walls show off the beautiful thick arches between the living room and dining room. Stained wood beams, wrought iron lighting, and carved limestone fireplaces give a soft, comfortable feel for this summer home by the Pacific Ocean. White linen drapes with grass shades give warmth and texture to the great room. The kitchen features glass and white marble mosaic backsplash, white slabs of natural quartzite, and a built in banquet nook. The oak cabinets are lightened by a white wash over the stained wood, and medium brown wood plank flooring througout the home. Project Location: Santa Barbara, California. Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more.

With architectural influences from the desert southwest, this new home is located on an unusually shaped site that’s surrounded by other residences. The project was designed to create a private, compound feeling to allow the home to tuck into the surrounding vegetation. As the new landscaping matures, the home will gradually become almost invisible–a hidden retreat in a densely populated area. After evaluating other cladding options to Integrity Ultrex fiberglass for the 37 windows, the choice became obvious. Integrity came out ahead when comparing performance, cost and timelines along with aesthetic considerations. Integrity’s desirable exterior color and availability of a wide variety of shapes, styles and configurations made the choice a simple one.

Antique Wall Fountain sourced from Southern France