Shores of Lake Maggiore, View From Villa Aminta

 

I have a fantasy, and you won’t be surprised that it involves gardens.  My fantasy is to return each September to the shores of Lake Maggiore.

I will sit on the terrace of Villa Aminta, and enjoy my breakfast while I  look out over the Borromeo islands of Isola Bella and Isola Madre....   Continue Reading

One step at a time into the new year

Stairs are intentionally designed to connect one level to another, yet they hold a kind of magic. Depending on where you are, you might be ascending toward an extraordinary view or...   Continue Reading