Interiors: A New Take on Country Living

Interiors
Written By Desiré Greene

Must a country home look country? Not according to fashion designer Nuno Benito, whose modern vacation home stands in contrast to the Portuguese countryside of Alentejo. With an eclectic mix of mid-century finds and contemporary furnishings, the interiors are far from what most would consider country. Perhaps it's time to rethink the whole concept!

A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal

Despite the contrast, Benito's home has a respectful balance with its surroundings. Large windows let the sun shine in while offering clear views of Alentejo's famed landscape. The home also brings in the outdoors by using natural surfaces like wood and stone.

A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal
A modern home in Alentejo, Portugal

Images: Montse Garriga, Elle Decor Spain

Desiré Greene
Desiré is a designer, blogger, and lover of all things glamorous. Though primarily a self-taught decorator, Desiré studied at The Art Institute, where she honed a distinct aesthetic largely influenced by the Modern Glamour movement, the theme of her popular design blog, Sukio. Not only is she considered a "closet fashionista," discreetly stashing handbags and shoes whenever possible, but, as an MIT graduate, she’s also an undercover nerd. Fashion, nerdom, and several years as a Washingtonian have combined to shape her unique perspective on interior design.
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