Heritage with a modern pulse

Posted on Thu, 21 Aug 2025 by midcenturyjo

Boronkay Studio have transformed this Victorian villa in leafy Richmond into a layered family home that balances grandeur with intimacy. Guided by a philosophy of blending tradition and innovation, the studio reimagined the property to reflect both its architectural elegance and the family’s multicultural background. The interiors weave vintage Italian and French pieces with bespoke furniture and collected artworks, creating a deeply personal narrative. Bold colors, subtle textures, and expressive detailing converge to shape a soulful, timeless home.

Photography by Martin Morrell.

We’re back

Posted on Thu, 21 Aug 2025 by midcenturyjo

Apologies for being down the past few days. We have had a problem caused by our host but we are back up again. Still need to iron out some issues and looks like we’ll need some more work done for some necessary upgrades but hopefully that will be seamless. Fingers crossed!

A reimagined Edwardian home in London

Posted on Wed, 13 Aug 2025 by midcenturyjo

South London Home by Alex Dauley is a transformed four-bedroom Edwardian house in Streatham, reimagined for a fashion stylist client. Extensions to the rear and side expanded the footprint, adding a primary suite, guest wardrobes, a family bathroom and a home gym. The design balances minimal, uncluttered rooms with warmth through marble, stone, wood, polished plaster and limewashed walls. Muted neutrals pair with deep blues and greens, creating a sophisticated yet calm atmosphere that harmonises contemporary style with the home’s Edwardian heritage.

Photography by by Tom St. Aubyn.

Aurora

Posted on Wed, 13 Aug 2025 by midcenturyjo

Aurora Residence in South Yarra, designed by We Are Triibe with Rob Mills Architecture, sits high above the Royal Botanical Gardens, its name evoking ethereal light and a sense of renewal. Expansive proportions, statement skylights and a tranquil palette create a refined gallery-like home. The living area flows seamlessly between moments of gathering and quiet reflection. A sculptural timber desk bridges living and work spaces, while deeper tones of forest green and blackened timber define an intimate kitchen and fireside zone. The result is a sophisticated sanctuary that harmonises daily rhythms with warmth, connection and a sense of calm.

Photography by Tasha Taylee.

As principal of Mila Interiors, Kamila Pagowski blends European sensibility with a New York-honed eye for detail. For a historic Lower Garden District home in New Orleans, she preserved its architectural integrity while infusing vibrant color, pattern and a joyful collection of furnishings and art, a mix of high and low, vintage and new. The result is a warm, unpretentious space thoughtfully tailored to the needs and spirit of a modern family.

Photography by Jacqueline Marque.