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Designer Ryan Lawson‘s West Village apartment is located above his favourite Italian restaurant. If that wasn’t awesome enough, you walk in the front door and are immediately surrounded by an endless supply of eye candy. His apartment is like walking into the coolest vintage shop or art gallery. I love every bit of it, particularly the floral sofa (from Hem covered in deadstock linen velvet by Glant). Photos: Stephen Kent Johnson. Styling: Colin King.

This private house by Cristina Celestino is a 550-square-meter apartment in a 1930s rationalist building in Rome’s Parioli neighbourhood. The design draws from the building’s heritage, city exposure and the client’s desire for a harmonious work-life space, inspired by the concept of “hygge.” Emphasizing natural light and perspectives, the project integrates greenery as part of the design, blending interior and exterior elements. Refined geometries, organic lines and subtle luxury details define the space, creating a flexible, elegant environment. Materials and colours follow rationalist principles (inspired by the scale, structure and symmetry of ancient Roman architecture but without the ornamental flourishes associated with classicism), reimagining the apartment’s timeless yet contemporary aesthetic.

Photography by DEPASQUALE+MAFFINI.

Our brief was to re-design the clients Pied-a-Terre, including a new kitchen and bathrooms whilst conjuring a ‘Georgian-light’ interior. The previous owners had stripped the maisonette of all its original features and painted everything white so it looked quite stark and clinical. Our clients were keen for us to re-introduce architectural details and inject warmth and character to each space. We added half height panelling in the stairway, living and dining room to bring gravitas and depth, and layered rich colour palettes with antique textiles, Georgian pieces of furniture and bespoke elements. The Devol Sebastian Cox kitchen provides a contemporary contrast to the more traditional elements of the flat.
This is the perfect respite in the busy city to relax, put your feet up and feel as comfortable as can be. Classically British without the stuffiness. Designed by Anna Haines. Photos: Paul Whitbread.

This 60 sqm Haussmannian apartment in the 18th arrondissement of Montmartre is an absolute delight. The main living space is neutral with a touch of elegance (and some smokey mirrors add to the faux grandeur), and then the bedroom area is awash in enveloping deep shades of burgundy/mauve/dusty pink. Perfection. Designed by Lauranne Elise Schmitt. Photos: Alice Mesguich.

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.