10 Gorgeous Views to Cheer Up February
Forget the dreary winter outside for a few moments and gaze instead on this round-up of beautiful and inspiring views
Although the days are slowly getting lighter and longer, the February world outside your window can still look a touch dreary. So if you’re over the sight of grey skies and bare branches, be transported for a few moments by this collection of covetable views glimpsed from a beautiful home.
From woody scenes and wild shores to urban landscapes amid which your eye can get lost, there are lots of lovely vistas to pore over on Houzz. Here are 10 of the most inspiring from around the UK, so sit down, relax and take in the view.
From woody scenes and wild shores to urban landscapes amid which your eye can get lost, there are lots of lovely vistas to pore over on Houzz. Here are 10 of the most inspiring from around the UK, so sit down, relax and take in the view.
Dream of trees
The thrillingly tall glazing in this home means entire trees, not just sections of them, can be viewed from inside. Going to bed here would be like sleeping in the forest.
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The thrillingly tall glazing in this home means entire trees, not just sections of them, can be viewed from inside. Going to bed here would be like sleeping in the forest.
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See and soak
This house on the Isle of Skye has lots of generous glazing, even in the bathroom, to make the most of all available light and the incredible wild views. Most rooms overlook the sea and, on many occasions, the resident chickens, too!
This house on the Isle of Skye has lots of generous glazing, even in the bathroom, to make the most of all available light and the incredible wild views. Most rooms overlook the sea and, on many occasions, the resident chickens, too!
Bring in the beach
This contemporary home right on the beach in Camber Sands, East Sussex, has so much glass, you feel you could almost reach out and touch the sand. It’s a wonderful spot from which to watch the sun rise or set, or track a wild storm, from the comfort of the indoors.
This contemporary home right on the beach in Camber Sands, East Sussex, has so much glass, you feel you could almost reach out and touch the sand. It’s a wonderful spot from which to watch the sun rise or set, or track a wild storm, from the comfort of the indoors.
Admire the river
Overlooking the Kingsbridge Estuary in Salcombe, Devon, this home has incredible views up and down the river. A telescope provides the opportunity for star-gazing at night, but anyone sitting at the table by day can effortlessly watch the sailing boats cruising up and down.
Overlooking the Kingsbridge Estuary in Salcombe, Devon, this home has incredible views up and down the river. A telescope provides the opportunity for star-gazing at night, but anyone sitting at the table by day can effortlessly watch the sailing boats cruising up and down.
View the sea
Guernsey in the Channel Islands has hundreds of wonderful sea views, but how amazing to be able to enjoy them from your own infinity pool? We’re guessing that even in the winter, sitting warm inside this sleek, modernist home looking out at the waves feels pretty good.
Guernsey in the Channel Islands has hundreds of wonderful sea views, but how amazing to be able to enjoy them from your own infinity pool? We’re guessing that even in the winter, sitting warm inside this sleek, modernist home looking out at the waves feels pretty good.
Lie back and laze
What a fantastic spot for reading, relaxing or just contemplating the peaceful Sussex countryside. Wraparound glazing makes the green view integral to the space, rather than something glimpsed in snapshot and framed by walls.
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What a fantastic spot for reading, relaxing or just contemplating the peaceful Sussex countryside. Wraparound glazing makes the green view integral to the space, rather than something glimpsed in snapshot and framed by walls.
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Take to the lake
This small house in Hampshire seems to float above the water. The building consists of a four-legged steel frame structure sitting on concrete piles sunk into a lake. Huge windows and balconies mean there’s ample space for admiring the lake view, whatever the weather or season.
This small house in Hampshire seems to float above the water. The building consists of a four-legged steel frame structure sitting on concrete piles sunk into a lake. Huge windows and balconies mean there’s ample space for admiring the lake view, whatever the weather or season.
Celebrate the city
This London apartment has vast views over the capital, thanks to its extraordinary windows and soaring position, high above the city. A mezzanine level within the apartment means there are also views down onto the living space, as well as beyond, over the urban landscape.
This London apartment has vast views over the capital, thanks to its extraordinary windows and soaring position, high above the city. A mezzanine level within the apartment means there are also views down onto the living space, as well as beyond, over the urban landscape.
Get close to nature
This contemporary home is built on a hill, so its upper rooms are on a level with the abundant foliage of the trees outside. It’s not a long-range view, more a detailed one. The huge windows means the greenery becomes a lush, moving backdrop to domestic life inside.
The living room seating is positioned to enjoy the scenery…
This contemporary home is built on a hill, so its upper rooms are on a level with the abundant foliage of the trees outside. It’s not a long-range view, more a detailed one. The huge windows means the greenery becomes a lush, moving backdrop to domestic life inside.
The living room seating is positioned to enjoy the scenery…
…and the double-aspect views from the dining room are equally green.
Which kind of view inspires you? Share your thoughts in the Comments below.
Which kind of view inspires you? Share your thoughts in the Comments below.
The pared-back Scandi vibe of this small home in Whitsand Bay, Cornwall, is gorgeous enough on its own, but when you factor in the view, it’s absolutely to die for. The simple white interior and pale boards maximise the bright sunlight flooding in and will never compete with the view.