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Leanne Ford may have an obsession for white but even she can show restraint when renovating her own historical 120-year-old home in Pittsburgh. The wood paneled walls in the library are so moody and cozy and look SO much better stained than slathered in white paint. Such a beautiful home. Photos: Amy Neunsinger, Erin Kelly. Styling: Noel Knostman, Hilary Robertson.

Nothing was cute in the 90’s, and a home from that era would be lacking some architectural details that make a home special, among other things. Enter Lauren Elaine Interiors. She added in some picture frame paneling in the foyer, custom bookshelves with fluted pilasters in the dining room and many antiques and vintage elements to make the home feel like it has been around a century. Photos: Aimée Mazzenga.

A Federation bungalow transformed into a light-filled courtyard home with distinct zones for family living, all connected to the landscape. The professional couple with three sons wanted a sustainable, long-term family home with areas for parents and children, generous entertaining spaces, a private master suite, a dedicated work-from-home study, and a wine cellar. The new addition features an open kitchen, dining, living area, and a luxurious master suite with a roof terrace, blending old and new with harmonious finishes. Corunna House by Sydney-based Studio Johnston.

Photography by Anson Smart.

West Bend House, located on a lush site in the Melbourne suburb of Northgate, offers stunning views of the wildlife belt and onto the city. MRTN Architects designed the home and Brave New Eco handled the interiors for a family of five. The house is fully electric with sustainable features like solar power and rainwater tanks. Custom joinery and detailed interiors, including a timber kitchen, plush living room, and functional study, were crafted with the clients’ needs in mind, creating a warm, practical, and beautiful living space.

Photography by Peter Bennett.

Leanne Ford – a die-hard fan of all things white. Something I am absolutely not but then when I see her projects I start to rethink my life’s choices. Her Church Lane project is one of those times where I think this is a really good approach especially if you have ‘a pig in need of lipstick’ type of renovation you need to do….just get 10 gallons of white paint, some marble remnants and some paper lanterns and you’re golden. Photos: Erin Ash Kelly; Styling: Hilary Robertson.