Global Style42 Stories

Exotic and alluring, global style takes its inspiration from points north, south, east and west. Are you ready to embark on the trip?

Samoa’s freely flowing tropical beauty offers decorating lessons on color, texture and being inspired by nature

Bring Belle Époque style home with rich colors, courageous patterns and textures, and an unmistakable sense of individuality

A designer recalls how she went to another country to teach, but the country ended up teaching her

See how pieces from different cultures can make a world of difference in a clean-lined interior

Worldly artifacts and splashes of bright color give a family’s home in the Netherlands one-of-a-kind flavor

Found treasures from around the world mix with reinvented furnishings and natural artifacts in this amazingly creative space

A gorgeous courtyard, eclectic style and original details shine in a Paris-born artist's beachside rental

Furnishings from around the world give an Oregon home a well-traveled vibe that packs in personality

Breeziness and deep connections with the outdoors create an air of paradise for U.S. transplants

Ecofriendly living has a new champion, as a Granada firm kicks off its bamboo offerings with this house's architecture and furnishings