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Exclusive: Explore Aimelie de Belder's beautiful Belgian estate, with gardens by Jacques Wirtz and design by Raymond Rombouts - a luminary of Belgian modernism whose meticulous approach to raw materials shaped a generation of architects, including Axel Vervoordt.

Cusco has a way of capturing time. It also captures hearts and souls, discovers Rebeca Vaisman as she explores Peruvian collector Armando Andrade's beautiful home in the Andean city. The elegant-yet-rustic space is full of art, antiques and fine examples of South American craftsmanship - and its rooms are an homage to his love affair with Cusco.

It’s funny how time and space can affect the way we see the magical mirage that is Venice, or how we may see ourselves in in, writes Chris Wallace. After many trips, the New York-based photographer and travel writer shares an ode to Venice - a city which, even up close, appears to dance and recede behind a series of veils.

In an exclusive extract from Rizzoli’s The Irish Country House: A New Vision, step inside an historic, color-drenched mansion in County Sligo, Ireland - a full expression of high-Victorian taste with a high-drama story too. Robert O’Byrne reveals its intriguing history, with photographs by Luke White.

With its dramatic skyline crowned by Edinburgh Castle and a rich blend of medieval and Georgian architecture, Edinburgh is easily the UK’s most enchanting city. The charms of the Old Town and Royal Mile are well known, but look closer and you’ll find the Scottish capital full of unexpected delights. Hannah Kroes and shares an insider guide.

Cabana explores the enduring presence of red and green in interiors, curating a seasonal selection from our editorial archives. From the deep green library of a Spanish artist in Antwerp, to a Viscount’s ruby-red dining room and a Dutch art dealer's festive blend of both, you are sure to find inspiration in the timeless rooms that follow.

Few places sparkle quite like Vienna at Christmas, indeed the city is where Europe's famous Christmas markets originated. Photographer and travel writer Marta Heine-Geldern visits the city in full festive swing, sharing a postcard from the Austrian capital’s famous Christmas markets, and more.

Winter Sun: Inspired by Cape Town’s breathtaking landscapes, rich design heritage, vibrant art scene, and eclectic markets, architect turned artist, Lucie de Moyencourt, shares her insider tips for an unforgettable journey through South Africa’s creative heart.

A place where the handcrafted and historical intertwine, Soetmelksvlei reimagines Cape Dutch farm life with exquisite detail. Emma Becque and Inge Prins explore this celebration of 19th-century craftsmanship at Babylonstoren in Cape Town.

Renowned interior designer Michael Smith – famously Barack Obama’s ‘decorator in chief’ – sits down with Cabana to share highlights from an illustrious life in design. Read on to discover Michael’s dream (and nightmare) interiors, favorite dinner guests, guiltiest pleasures and greatest challenges.

A monthly guide to the international events and exhibitions on Cabana's Radar: a global cultural bulletin and a must-read for anyone looking to keep their finger on the pulse of art and design. Read on for December's world-firsts and Christmas markets.

Driving through Sydney’s Blue Mountains offers stunning rock formations, Aboriginal legends and the quiet power of nature at its best. Writer Yaye Kassamali and photographer Harrison Thane take a rocky road trip through Australia's hinterland, discovering a few architectural treasures too.