Laura Alvarez an Amsterdam-based design studio have recently completed the interiors of this ultra-modern apartment. Apartment Singel is a two-floor contemporary apartment located in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The main concept was to transform the dark and claustrophobic existing apartment into a bright loft and at the same time bring into view special elements of the old building.

The compact living area is located on the first floor. It is conceived as a continuous space capable to host different living activities without dividing them into different rooms. A light steel staircase creates a transition between cooking and dining area.

A series of satin-glass walls have been introduced in the upper floor to bring natural light into the lower level and the bathroom.

An oak grey-painted window bench provides a seat to enjoy the beautiful view towards the Amsterdam channels. It is also designed as storage cabinets.

On the upper floor we can find a guest room and the main sleeping room . Both spaces are experienced as one large room that can be split into two in case of need. The bathroom is situated between these two rooms. Existing plaster walls have been removed in order to bring the old roof-beams into view.

An eleven meter long closet has been designed to be used as storage and as wardrobe. An existing colorful closet is been used to define the height of the closet and to break the long white line of the new furniture. An indirect light is been placed above the closet to accentuate the continuity of the space.

The bamboo floor gives a warm feeling upstairs whereas on the first floor a grey epoxy floor creates a balanced contrast with the nut wood elements. Images courtesy of Ewout Huibers.

Fobe House is a contemporary property designed by Guilhem Eustache a Paris-based architect. The property was completed in 2007 and can be found in Marrackech, Morocco. 

Alumnus of the prestigious L’Ecole Spéciale d’Architecture de Paris, Guilhem Eustache was asked to design a modern home for a Belgian film producer.

This contemporary building visually occupies the five-acre parcel of land.  Two parallel concrete sails create a noise and visual barrier to the west.  A steep stairway stands between the two walls, rising to a rooftop terrace that gives way to a spectacular view to the south and the Atlas Mountains on a clear day.  Large heights, flowing and open spaces, a play on shadow and light:  the house spans the landscape. Images courtesy of Jean-Marie Monthiers.

Designed by prestigious Catalan architects Damian and Francisco Ribas this property is situated in a private garden enclave surrounded by mature natural woodland and views to the surrounding Montseny Mountains.

PGA Catalunya is a luxury resort spread over 300 hectares of countryside and around two world-class golf courses including The Stadium Course. PGA Catalunya comprises elite leisure facilities and a select number of villa plots, stylish modern semi-detached villas and apartments for sale. A consciously low-density development, each property is set within an average of 1.4 hectares enjoying views over sprawling fairways, mature forests and beyond to the Pyrenees mountains.

Semi-detached villas are available from €625,000. For further information visit pgacatalunya.com.

Umbria is one of the most beautiful areas of Italy.  Perugia, the region’s capital is a lively university town packed with artistic treasures (and home to Perugina chocolate).

This quirky, restored medieval tower in a hilltop Umbrian hamlet with a hot-tub on the roof terrace, is absolutely perfect for a luxury romantic weekend or honeymoon retreat. From the rooftop terrace you can enjoy beautiful views of the undulating countryside while the tower offers rustic and comfortable accommodation on four floors and is in close proximity to historic towns and places of interest for plenty of romantic excursions.

Part of the hamlet of Borgo San Biagio, this luxury retreat will greatly appeal to those wishing to find a wonderfully eccentric and romantic place to stay. Featured in a best-selling honeymoon guide, the tower is great for couples looking for a unique holiday setting.

The luxury villa sleeps two, the eccentric and romantic retreat has all the atmosphere of rural Italy in a medieval hamlet, 50kms from Perugia. Nearest airport is Florenc, 150km and the closest mainline station is at Terontola, 35km away.

Renato’s Tower can be booked for two from £995 per week. For further information contact CV Travel on 020 7401 1039 or visit www.cvtravel.co.uk.

This stunning contemporary Indian property has been designed by ZZ Architects, a Mumbai-based design studio. Described as “Ultra plush, ultra modern and luxurious. The Mohani Duplex Penthouse was designed for a well-known builder in Mumbai.

The luxury home boast a fantastic view of the Mumbai coastline. The apartment comes with its own bar, terrace and spacious dining room.

The beautiful living room is designed with a glass dome ceiling. According to the architects the glass panels border the room on one side and a trough of water fountains running behind the biscuit-hued sitting arrangement, enhances the cool, outdoor effect.

The lounge area is adjacent to the dining area. Satvario marble on the floor, a continuation from the living room, gives way to translucent onyx marble, thus subtly demarcating the lounge area from the dining. The use of elegant materials and high-end finishes in the luxury penthouse gives it a real edge. Images courtesy of ZZ Architects.