Global Style 35 Ideabooks

Having spent years as a kid living in Malibu, California, Deborah Call dreamed of owning her own home near the ocean. She found it about 90 miles south. "Despite the green-shag-carpeted kitchen, it was love at first sight," she says. Just blocks from... more »

I've never been to India, but I've always been attracted to Indian design. I love the textiles — everything from brilliant saris to muted block prints — and the colors. I love the classical architecture, the garish billboards, the woodwork and the... more »

You’ve probably met someone who’s told you about designing a room around one particular piece of furniture, object or artwork. In other words, the vision for the room was there, even if most of the furniture wasn’t. But how about an entire apartment? Matthew... more »

I have been collecting African artifacts for about 15 years. My collection started after a trip to Africa in 1997 with my husband. In the lobby of our hotel was a grouping of African artifacts, including masks, textiles and various carved pieces that... more »

Kilim. The word, pronounced "ki-LEEM," conjures visions of exotic countries and tribal customs, and that's pretty close to the truth. These handwoven rugs, with their intricate designs and characteristic flat weave, were born thousands of... more »

Known for intricate textiles, tile work, and the decorative arts, design in Turkey today is a lively mix of east and west, old and new. Come along with us this week as we explore the richly eclectic homes of Turkey. more »

I'm reeling from Downton Abbey withdrawal, so I'm going to indulge in a bit of British real estate spying to ease the pain. From sprawling country estates to tiny but hip mews houses in the city, there are plenty of style ideas to take away, even... more »

Just a hundred miles from the bustling city of Chennai in South India, the former French colony of Pondicherry rolls into view with expansive cashew plantations, small fishing villages and palm-fringed beaches. This French colonial beach home on the Bay... more »

People in the Scandinavian countries of Sweden, Denmark and Norway have come up with some really ingenious ways of maximizing light all year round. Thankfully, winter is a bit shorter here in the Northeast, where I live, but I am still excited to steal... more »

With a rich history that includes Delft tiles and Vermeer, Amsterdam today is home to many inspiring independent artists and designers who always seem to be ahead of the curve. I was lucky enough to spend a small part of my honeymoon on a houseboat in... more »

It's mid-winter in New England, and I am craving the sunshine and wide open space of Australia. Pulling ideas from sleek, architect-designed homes and bloggers' abodes with that personal touch, there is something to tempt every taste. Come with... more »

Rugs can do more than warm up the floors of your interior; they can be a cultural statement as well. Through unique carpets, you can be transported from Morocco to the Orient with just one step. Here are some amazing rugs from around the globe that... more »

I have always loved global design. After I stumbled upon some plateau baskets made by women in Rwanda, I searched for more of their beautiful handicrafts. I love that each piece is so intricate in detail and that they all tell a story about their culture.... more »

Technology and a global economy has made our world so much smaller, and whether you have the opportunity to travel extensively, or you simply dream of doing so, creating a worldly home that reflects your personal interests and passions is easier than... more »

Kilims, a type of flat weave rug, started to gain popularity a couple of years ago. You would think the microtrend within the bigger trend of global influences for the home would come and go, but who can deny the allure of the exotic? More people are... more »