A New Way to Vacay
By Bruno Povejsil, studiobstyle guest blogger
What’s a designer to do when they’ve finished their projects at home and can’t immediately think of another one? You may have earned yourself a vacation, but how can you go on a trip with a pandemic well underway? You’d need to avoid hotels and public spaces, and is a vacation really a vacation without tourist traps and thronging crowds? The answer is yes, if you’re looking for a change of pace and maybe some inspiration.
Vacation rental homes, such as those provided by Vacasa, are houses that offer a carefully-crafted experience, with architecture and design aimed at immersing visitors in local history and style. They also keep you out of densely populated areas and let you vacation at your own pace with your chosen COVID pod. The future of getting out of the house might be getting into another house, so in honor of National Architecture Day, we’re going to talk about some of our favorite styles that are available as a vacation rental.
Contemporary design starts simple and uncluttered, leaving room for imaginative flourishes and pops of color. This Maine ski retreat looks cold and industrial, if a little offbeat, but on the inside it’s got rich brown wooden floors, a wide, open living space for relaxing and socializing with your pod, and… a suit of armor. You can look at it, I’m not joking. This vacation is one that puts you 100% in control of your activities and your exposure to others, with no close neighbors except some ski resorts, where you should probably be masked up anyway.
This Mid-Century Modern home in Palm Springs, California perfectly captures the minimalist, open spaces that define the style. The large windows and neutral tones of this property blur the lines between the sunny West Coast desert and the chic interior, hitting that vacation sweet spot of a carefully planned, yet naturally beautiful resort. In this shot, the beauty of the outdoors is also providing the spots of color every MCM design needs, with the vibrant greens of the lawn and trees accenting the tan walls and pavers, and the bright blues of the sky and pool. We love MCM at studiobstyle, and we frequently turn to the 1950’s for style inspiration and fun, unique fashion and props that will liven up designs and delight guests.
The East Coast and the Atlantic Ocean have had a huge influence on American culture and design since the founding of the country. There’s a very particular romance to the salty breezes and cold ocean air that makes Cape Cod homes like this one a home run vacation destination. The exterior mixes grays and browns to give the air of a small, windswept cabin overlooking the sea, while the interior’s vaulted ceiling makes the richly-furnished space feel much larger and more open.
This Victorian California abode is a lovely destination for anyone needing a break from East Coast storms or Midwestern chills. Victorian is not the hugest architectural trend at the moment, although there is a “grandma chic” decor movement going on that complements it very well, and there’s always room to grow by experiencing different styles and learning what they’re about. The gentle lilac exterior of this home is a fun change to the traditional Victorian style, and you may see other “painted ladies” like this one around if you get a chance to explore the Golden State.
There are many other vacation homes and styles to experience, but these are some that are close to our hearts at studiobstyle. When you need a break and you cannot bear to even think the word “staycation,” it might be time to check out something new that won’t put you or your pod at risk. Ask what style you love the most, or where you wish you could live, and make it happen! See what adventures and inspirations await you in a home away from home.