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Though this beautiful historic Queen Anne-style home is a stunner on the outside and whose facade was not allowed to be changed, the interior was gutted and with the help of designer Nina Farmer, was re-built using period appropriate elements to honour its heritage whilst adding in some modernity for the needs of the current homeowners. It’s elegant and sophisticated but has a real warmth and usability for family life. Photos: David Mitchell; Styling: Mieke ten Have.

Laura Stephens Interiors have sensitively reimagined a grand period home overlooking one of London’s largest commons, blending elegance with relaxed liveability. Drawing inspiration from the property’s impressive proportions and historic charm, they crafted layered, timeless interiors rich in texture, colour, and pattern. Each room was designed to feel distinct yet cohesive, with saturated tones and tactile details creating warmth within the soaring spaces. A deep respect for the home’s original character shaped every decision, resulting in a refined, welcoming environment that perfectly reflects the clients’ love of authenticity, style, and comfort.

Lavaca House, renovated by Lake Flato Architects, transforms an 1870s caliche block home in San Antonio’s historic Lavaca district into a vibrant, modern retreat. The design preserves the original stone structure while introducing contemporary elements that reflect the personality of the homeowner, an artist and collector. Art-filled interiors celebrate local talent, with each room offering surprise and charm. The home balances historic character with modern living, creating an adaptable, light-filled sanctuary deeply connected to its urban and cultural context.

Photography by Douglas Friedman.

On the Upper East Side, Australian interior designer Greg Natale’s New York townhouse reflects the city’s vibrant spirit and its owner’s global influences. Once a mixed-use building, it now blends Italian craftsmanship and Parisian flair. Natale reinstated the original two-door entrance and infused the interiors with bold marble, vintage finds, and bespoke details like the floral chandelier by Crizu. Inspired by a pink and green palette, the layered design celebrates art, culture, and creativity, with the ground floor serving as a dedicated art school.

Photography by Anson Smart.

Rosherville House is a thoughtful reworking by Kennedy Nolan of a solid 1980s brick and tile home set on a sandstone outcrop in Sydney’s north. The house’s size suited the client, so the focus was on reorganising the interior for better flow, privacy, and garden connection, improving energy performance, and reimagining the material palette. Embracing the home’s original character, subtle yet precise interventions transformed bland, fragmented interiors into a rich, cohesive environment of natural textures, improved zoning, and a strong connection between indoors and out.

Photography by Anson Smart.