Displaying posts from November, 2024

It’s like I say week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. Carl Friedrik Headquarters, London by Tabitha Isobel.

Photography Daniëlle Siobhán.

A captivating mix of historic charm and contemporary family living. The owners approached us after buying the property as their forever family home. We worked closely with Ailtire Architects and Wraxall, a Bath based building firm renown for their work on historic houses; undoing modern insertions and restoring original features more in keeping with the heritage of the 1840’s Grade II listed former Vicarage. We didn’t want it to feel overly done, nor impose a have stamp, rather gently re-work spaces with contemporary family life in mind, whilst respecting the original fabric of the building.
This home is oozing charm from every corner. I absolutely love this and as a forever home, I can imagine forever loving living here and never ever wanting to leave. Designed by Anna Haines. Photos: Paul Whitbread. (Check out more photos here)

There is a elegance and old world sophistication to this San Francisco Edwardian home designed (again) by Alecia Stevens. She frankly had me at Edwardian. A timeless stunner. Photos: Ken Gutmaker.

I’m sharing another home by Isabel Gómez Studio but this time it’s a light-filled and colourful confection, a stunning marriage of old and new. This project involved completely renovating a traditional Brussels townhouse. Reflecting the studio’s Emotional Luxury® philosophy, the design once again emphasizes the emotional connections between the design and the client. The designers have crafted bold, eclectic and sophisticated interiors with their signature custom joinery and bespoke furnishings all the while respecting the heritage of the building. A luxurious yet livable home that merges timeless artistry with personal comfort.

(You can see more of the home here.)

Photography by Belen Imaz and Kristyna.

The Wilam Ngarrang Retrofit project highlights the environmental, social, and financial advantages of retrofitting Melbourne’s inner-city apartments. Kennedy Nolan implemented a ‘minimal-intervention’ approach to upgrade a 1970s Fitzroy apartment block. The retrofit improved thermal performance, extended the building’s lifespan and enhanced tenant amenities. Key goals included achieving net-positive energy, reducing water demands, minimizing construction waste and carbon emissions and promoting zero-waste operations. The project retained the building structure, added efficient water systems, a 33kW rooftop solar array and heat recovery ventilation. Tenants enjoy up to 80% bill savings, with two units offered below market rates through non-profit real estate agency HomeGround.

Photography by Eve Wilson.