Malvern East Terrace House by Melbourne-based Studio Esteta transforms a double-fronted Victorian terrace into a warm family home that connects seamlessly with its garden. Inspired by Mediterranean villas of Sicily and Southern Europe, the clients aimed for a layered, open space that reflects their favorite travel destinations. The design carefully preserves the home’s heritage, with four rooms reconfigured, including a main bedroom suite and a guest room. A new addition blends modern elements with historic charm, featuring travertine steps, French doors, and a double-height void. The extension prioritizes entertaining, with lofty ceilings and operable glazing uniting indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a harmonious living environment.
Photography by Derek Swalwell.
“Follow us into this 255 m² Parisian apartment located in the 7th arrondissement, near Les Invalides. This Haussmannian gem has become a vibrant family living space that highlights a unique art collection. Iconic Art Deco furniture pieces stand alongside major contemporary artworks in a fully reimagined Haussmannian architecture.”
Ah I do love Haussmannian apartments! And I do love this renovation by Julien Ensarguet, Pierre Petit and Richard Guilbault of Atelier Daaa.
Photography by Cafeine.
The new owner of the place and his companion had clearly expressed their preferences for a style full of poetry and extravagance and a touch of nostalgia with references to the past. The tone was set for an apartment that had to be playful, warm, soft, daring, colorful, sophisticated and refined, a bit retro and nostalgic to live in withdrawn from the world as in a family home out of time, protective, far from the criteria of fashion and the trends of the present. Like a garment tailor-made for a personality with special characteristics, some choices were dictated by the owner’s Asian origins: design of the glass roof, Delft blue plates, enhancement of the collection of works of art, furniture and objects of Korean origin of exceptional quality. Wallpapers in bedrooms reactivate our childhood memories. This apartment translates the aspirations we had to invent an imaginary and poetic world by favoring fantasy, delicacy, and lightness.
I am always in awe of designer Marianne Evennou‘s work and this one is no exception. How she delineates spaces using colour, and uses colours one might never think to attempt in the same space is so impressive. The kitchen in this apartment may be tiny but it is GORGEOUS. Photos: Grégory Timsit.
Helix Residence by Sydney-based Daniel Boddam combines modern and classical elements, transforming a modest Californian bungalow into a welcoming family home with expansive harbour views. The design preserves the home’s original character through soft forms, a sandstone podium and a restored bay window. Curved motifs, an arched entry, and a dramatic helix staircase create a harmonious flow. Open-plan spaces and terraced landscaping enhance the connection to the surroundings, while the chic pool house complements the home’s sculptural aesthetic.
Photography by Pablo Veiga.
“On the hills of Brentwood this 4 bedroom home looks over the city and Santa Susana mountains. The livability and light is what initially attracted us to this 1970’s ranch style home. It now surrounds a pool and lush greenery emphasizing the indoor-outdoor objective of the design. The material palette is largely comprised of white oak, varieties of Ceppo Marble and color saturated bathrooms using vibrant tile.”
With an unwavering commitment to character driven homes that speak to the architectural landscape and soul of Los Angeles Joelle Kutner and Jesse Rudolph of Ome Dezin have infused this mid century residence with thoughtful design and modern livability.
Photography by Austin Leis.