Venis Atelier

The Art of Caliterranean Living

MEDITERRANEAN BORN · CALIFORNIA MADE · TWO COASTS · ONE LIFESTYLE

WHAT’S NEW IN THE ATELIER

Beach clubs and colorful umbrellas line the beach below the cliffside village of Positano on Italy's Amalfi Coast.

Space In California, Intimacy in The Mediterranean

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Handcrafted solid oak dining table in a Mediterranean coastal home overlooking the sea, showcasing timeless craftsmanship and natural materials.

Coastal Homes And the Lost Art of Craftsmanship

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Woman carrying a surfboard along a California beach, illustrating the connection between authentic surf culture and modern coastal fashion.

The Luxury of Looking Like a Surfer

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Olive branches framing the Colosseum at sunset, highlighting the living olive groves surrounding Rome's ancient landmark.

The Colosseum’s Best Kept Secret Is Olive Oil

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Woman in white linen standing before a vibrant red Mediterranean door in a sunlit coastal village.

ATELIER SPOTLIGHT

A monthly editorial feature celebrating the people, places, makers, boutiques, and brands shaping California–Mediterranean living.

COASTAL BOUTIQUES WE LOVE

Six Shops That Capture the Spirit of Two Shores

Some boutiques do more than sell beautiful things—they quietly shape the way we live. From California surf towns to the villages and islands of the Mediterranean, we searched for independent shops where craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and a genuine sense of place still matter. These are the six boutiques we return to time and again for inspiration.

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STYLE

Woman wearing cream pinwale corduroy trousers, a navy cashmere V-neck sweater, loafers, and sunglasses outside a coastal café in Encinitas, California.

Why Corduroy Belongs in a Coastal Wardrobe

Discover the history of corduroy, how it's made, and why this timeless fabric remains a California
The red color dress and dinner in Monte Carlo

The Color of Passion Never Goes Out of Style

Beyond the blue sea and whitewashed villages lies another Mediterranean icon: red. Discover how this timeless
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HOMES

Simple Greek home with built-in plaster benches, colorful linen cushions, bougainvillea, natural wood table, and a lounging cat illustrating contemporary Greek interior design.

Greek Homes Beyond the White Walls & Blue Doors

Discover why contemporary Greek interior design is about far more than white walls and blue doors.
The Mediterranean Villa looking over the sea

Mediterranean Villas & California Cottages

Mediterranean villas and California cottages were built worlds apart, yet both embrace natural light, open doors,
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ESCAPES

The whitewashed harbor of Cadaqués on Spain's Costa Brava with fishing boats and the Mediterranean Sea.

SPAIN | Cadaqués: Where the Mediterranean Paints in Blue

Experience Cadaqués through the senses. Discover Spain's whitewashed coastal village, Dalí's inspiration, hidden coves, local flavors,
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FRANCE | Experience Marseille Through Your Senses

Some cities are remembered for the landmarks they leave on your camera roll. Others are remembered
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LIFESTYLE

Rider on a blue Vespa cruising through a narrow Mediterranean seaside village with fresh flowers and lemons in the rear basket.

California Bicycles & Mediterranean Vespas

California rides bicycles. The Mediterranean loves Vespas. Discover how two coastal cultures chose two very different
Barefoot Mornings

The forgotten sense that reconnects us with the world

When was the last time you walked barefoot? Not because you had to, but because you
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FLAVORS

Coastal Pantry by VeniS Atelier

The California – Mediterranean Pantry

There is a certain comfort in opening a well-stocked pantry. Not because it is full, but
Young woman holding fresh cherries on a sunny Mediterranean terrace overlooking the sea, celebrating the fleeting beauty of cherry season and coastal summer living.

Cherries: The Summer Fruit That Never Stays Long

Cherry season is one of summer's greatest pleasures. From California farmers' markets to Mediterranean villages, discover
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The Coastal Calendar

August – September Edition

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California

Festival of Arts & Pageant of the Masters
Laguna Beach, July 7–September 4, 2026. 

 

Old Spanish Days Fiesta
Santa Barbara, August 5–9, 2026.

 

Catalina Festival of Art

Avalon, September 18–20, 2026.

Mediterranean

Ravello Festival
Amalfi Coast • Through August

 

Regata Storica

Venice, September 6, 2026.

 

Monaco Yacht Show

Port Hercule, Monaco, September 23–26, 2026.

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