BY NICKY SUMMER MALIBU is home to some of the most beautiful private residences on the west coast and the support system for the locals, weekend visitors and holiday makers is second to none. We’re talking rustic beauty in a land of sunshine, surf and sunsets where you can let your hair down, walk bare-foot […] Read more…
Residing in London, Norwegian ’wonder woman’ Nina Naustdal is a highly-recognised face both in the media and on the red carpet; truly the embodiment of the self-made woman, Nina has evolved from international athlete to fashion model, influencer, designer, TV personality, singer, actor and award-winning lifestyle entrepreneur of global renown… Nina is a believer of […] Read more…
BY NICKY SUMMER: Palazzo Ca Sagredo is the epitome of what visitors expect of a grand Venetian hotel – a living museum in the sestiere of Cannaregio filled with exquisite tapestries and art. The collection is housed in a Byzantine property built back in the 14th century by the eminent Morosini family; central to the […] Read more…
BY NICKY SUMMER Wherever we travel, we find that the decor in the most exclusive locations all feature handcrafted furnishings that have been built to stand the test of time; this is particularly so in the luxury hotels of Venice, Italy, where unique, traditional pieces lend an established air to the property. Often our residential […] Read more…
COMING UP: APRIL 2023 BY NICKY SUMMER: The Saint James Paris Chateau Hotel and private club is located in the elegant 16th arrondissement of the city, situated within private walled gardens at the junction of Avenue Bugeaud and Rue des Belles Feuilles, not far from the Bois de Boulogne end of Avenue Foch. Read my […] Read more…
BY NICKY SUMMER: Relais Christine is tucked away along a tiny, quiet street in Saint Germain des Pres on the Left Bank, just moments walk from La Seine and set amongst all the beautiful ateliers of the area; Picasso’s former studio (above) is located around the corner on Rue Des Grand Augustins and there’s a […] Read more…
NICKY SUMMER: By whatever mode of transport Santa Claus arrives for the holidays – Porsche or sleigh – direct him to your secret escape at the end of your garden – the perfect place to enjoy a drink, watch a movie, relax over dinner and also unbox your gifts on Christmas morning – cosy, private […] Read more…
CANNES is a place of celebration all year round; there’s always something happening, summer or winter – the most notable event being the annual Film Festival held mid-May that attracts movie superstars from around the world. After a two year hiatus, the awards are back – and the guests are in for a treat; while […] Read more…
Summer may be over for this year, however there are plenty occasions to look forward to – cosy evenings spent at home, special events and the general excitement leading up to party season. Ruth Guise (above, middle) is the founder and owner of boutique fashion company ‘Shibumi’ based in Gloucestershire, England, which features designs in […] Read more…
The view from The Martinez is exquisite – a bay of sparkling aquamarine punctuated by palm trees and pines. The landscape designer in charge of installing ‘LE JARDIN’ to the front of the property and maintaining is Christophe Nazarian of Nazarian Espaces Vert who has lived on the French Riviera for more than 20 years, […] Read more…
