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Sydney-based Richards Stanisich’s Coalcliff House is a relaxed, coastal take on multi-generational living. Perched beneath the Illawarra escarpment, the revamped weatherboard home now pairs two A-frame dwellings that stay connected yet private. The team kept parts of the original structure, added a new upper level with treetop and ocean views, and wrapped the exterior in fire-safe charred timber. Inside, it feels like a modern cabin, with warm timbers, copper benches, and reclaimed brick adding texture and soul.

Photography by Felix Forest.

The property, originally purchased by the client’s grandparents after emigrating to Australia, forms part of a family compound spanning two neighbouring lots and housing three generations. Now under the client’s ownership, the home has been carefully restored and renewed as a lasting residence for future generations. Situated within a heritage overlay, the renovation honours the Edwardian villa’s original character and materiality. To the rear, a new living pavilion extends toward a bluestone laneway, its red brick and sawtooth roof inspired by nearby industrial buildings. Oversized timber doors and exposed rafters dissolve boundaries between the interior and the garden beyond. Abbotsford House by Melbourne-based MRHN Architects.

Photography by Stephanie Rooney.

“This TriBeCa, New York, gut renovation project—connecting two full-floor lofts—included piercing the floor of the upper unit and adding a grand plaster clad staircase. David and the team celebrated the history of the c. 1900 warehouse building by retaining the loft-like elements while enhancing them with modern interventions and a warm, comfortable aesthetic.”

Rooted in Southern heritage and refined in New York City, David Frazier’s work blends architectural precision with timeless warmth. Through his namesake studio, he crafts interiors that honour place and personality alike, spaces defined by considered detail, quiet elegance, and a deep understanding of how people live.

Photography by Gieves Anderson.

Set amid the sweeping Texas landscape, Heritage Ranch by Angeline & Co. redefines modern ranch living through a seamless blend of heritage and innovation. The stone-clad exterior and metal roofing evoke classic ranch architecture, while expansive windows and outdoor living spaces frame the home’s natural beauty. Inside, layers of texture—stone, wood, and soft textiles—create warmth and rhythm, anchored by a monumental fireplace. The primary suite offers a serene, spa-like retreat, while a bespoke bar and cigar room introduce moody sophistication. Children’s spaces bring color and playfulness, each crafted with lasting intention. From the resort-inspired pool to the hand-finished interiors, Heritage Ranch embodies Angeline & Co.’s signature balance of authenticity, craftsmanship, and contemporary ease.

Photography by Stephen Karlisch.

My taste in interiors has changed over time but there are styles and colour schemes that will always have a place in my heart. Black and white with some wood in deep rich tones I will always be a fan of. Even when I am certain colour and pattern is the way to go. There is something so classic and dramatic about black and white, and Charlotte, North Carolina based design firm Ro House Studio does it really well, with touches of glam added in to up the already dramatic ante.