The Ginkgo Leaf

The Ginkgo Leaf: Community of Madrid

This is a loud and proud home, filled with bold art and eclectic furniture. Large abstract paintings sit comfortably next to custom art prints and photography, revealing the hosts' love for shapes and stripes. Although it offers more of a mixture of modern and classical styles than a clear direction, this home has a mid-Century Hollywood feel to it. It's not the most typical Spanish home, but each of the rooms is designed around a coherent theme and colour scheme. Apart from the light and space – both abundant – this home has a lovely collection of lamps in all shapes and sizes.

Home truths:
* The double sink in the master bathroom doesn't drain well and its plug is broken
* Apart from a TV with the possibility of streaming, there aren't a lot of entertainment options
* There is no natural light or ventilation in any of the bathrooms
* This home is situated on a busy street, so noise can be expected when the windows are open
* There are several steps leading to the elevator – no step-free access unfortunately