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We reimagined the layouts of the first, second, and third floors of this early Victorian terraced home,  on a charming tree-lined street in Maida Vale. Our brief was to honour the building’s historic character, restoring original mouldings and architectural details while thoughtfully incorporating natural and reclaimed materials throughout. We re-designed the kitchen with a classical sensibility— to feel timeless, brighter, and more open than the small space belies!
Antiques, bit of colour and some graphic patterns (that paper on the bathroom walls is rice paper printed by hand in the batik method) blend the old with the new and make this a really fun home. And I am obsessed with this kitchen! Designed by Anna Haines. Photos: Paul Whitbread.

Timeless tranquility in Austin

Posted on Thu, 26 Jun 2025 by midcenturyjo

Set in Austin, this home by Molly Kidd Studio has a contemporary European vibe. Designed as a sanctuary from busy lives, it blends soft neutrals, layered textures and natural materials for a calm, timeless feel. Venetian plaster walls and bold elements like Arabescato marble and vintage lighting add depth and personality. With over half of the furnishings being vintage ( sourced locally and abroad) the home feels effortlessly collected, warm and quietly dramatic.

Photography by Tim Lenz.

A granary reimagined

Posted on Tue, 24 Jun 2025 by midcenturyjo

The Granary by Maddux Creative is a reimagined Cotswold retreat where natural light, calm tones and considered materials create a quiet elegance. Each space is thoughtfully designed to balance beauty and practicality, with soft textures, gentle forms and a restrained palette lending warmth and depth. From the inviting sitting room to the tactile TV space and restful master suite, the interiors offer a sense of ease and intimacy. Every detail has been chosen to enhance the home’s serene atmosphere, resulting in a timeless and deeply personal refuge shaped by intention and care.

Photography by Michael Sinclair.

Wabi Sabi cottage

Posted on Fri, 20 Jun 2025 by midcenturyjo

“Our Wabi-Sabi Cottage reflects the essence of the natural world, prioritizing soft, warm textures inspired by the surroundings. The Japanese wabi-sabi philosophy is expressed through the careful use of color, restrained patterns, and surfaces that emphasize simplicity and imperfection, making this home a serene retreat.”

Yond Interiors design homes rooted in a deep sense of place, balancing form and function through proportion, light, and harmony. With reverence for history, craftsmanship, and bespoke or vintage pieces, each space reflects thoughtful detail and the client’s vision.

Photography by Taylor Hall O’Brien.

Set on a narrow peninsula surrounded by water, this guest house (yes guest house!) by Bates Masi + Architects is composed of five distinct pavilions, each housing private spaces like bedrooms, family room and a kitchen, united by an overarching roof. Between them, open-air transitional spaces adapt to weather and season blurring the boundary between indoors and out. Centred around lush courtyard gardens each pavilion features plaster walls and bleached oak with copper siding that channels rainwater into the soil below. Elevated foundations reduce environmental impact, while the sculptural roof improves site hydrodynamics, merging architectural beauty with ecological resilience.

Photography by Bates Masi + Architects.