One of the best parts of working for Anthology is getting to see inside people’s homes. Interiors are so personal; naturally they reflect the unique character of the person living there, but they inevitably carry traces of previous residents, their original maker, and all the years of wear and tear in between. Interiors are like rich novels that you can just sink into, and whether they are lush and romantic, modern and contemplative, or quirky and eclectic, we eagerly devour them all!
I imagine this home that I spotted on Dwell as an old, dusty leather bound that was picked up in a used book store by a young creative author full of new ideas, but also with a deep love of history. Architect Benedetta Tagliabue brought such inventive ideas to this decrepit 18th century building in Barcelona, yet wisely retained many of the interior’s original elements, even though they were worn and tattered. You can read more about Tagliabue’s story and see more images of the home in Dwell‘s full article. It’s a lovely reminder that the best stories, be they literary or lived in, are ones where modern ideas highlight and compliment the beauty of the past.
{Images via Dwell}
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That courtyard is beautiful! Totally sharing with my Twitter followers.
what an awesome house, love the tiles!
i love the tiles w/ decay, crumbling fresco and beautiful wood <3 fantastic!