It’s like I say week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend then it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. Alexandra Grecco Bridal Showroom by Somerset House.

Photography by Clement Pascal.

Compton Smith Interiors, a family-run studio, brings craftsmanship and thoughtful design to every project. For this cottage in the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the team created a serene home that celebrates downsizing without compromise. Working closely with the clients, they balanced timeless character with modern comfort, drawing inspiration from the surrounding landscape to craft a warm, functional and deeply personal retreat that honours the cottage’s enduring charm.

Photography by Jake Eastham.

Michiru Higginbotham is a Sydney-based residential architecture and interior design practice that blends Australian openness with Japanese simplicity. Their work balances innovation and tradition, functionality and beauty. Cremorne Deco, an Art Deco residence on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, has been reimagined with a pared-back palette of warm timber, quartzite stone and subtle colour. Original porthole windows and curves were preserved, honouring its heritage while creating a serene, contemporary home connected to the garden beyond.

Photography by Nic Gossage.

Greg Dutton‘s work is rooted in simplicity, warmth and a strong connection to place. Here this early 1900s residence has been reimagined with quiet elegance. The light-filled kitchen features buttery yellow cabinetry, marble countertops and open shelves, creating calm, intentional spaces. Brass fixtures and handcrafted pendants bring timeless charm, while textures and tones are thoughtfully layered throughout. Each room encourages lingering, offering comfort and serenity, a home designed for long afternoons and the gentle, unhurried rhythm of daily life.

Photograry by Alexandra Ribar.

Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Taylor Hill Interior Design approaches each project with a passion for blending the old and new. This renovation maximized stunning marsh views while ensuring comfort and functionality for a family of six and their guests. Additions included a pool, mudroom, butler’s pantry, and main suite. Rich textures, warm woods, unlacquered brass and playful patterns came together to create a home that feels inviting, layered, and effortlessly balanced between timeless and fresh.

Photography by Katie Charlotte.