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This ambitious project in the Sydney suburb of Annandale’s heritage precinct required a respectful yet contemporary transformation of the original dwelling and a complete reinvention of the rear. The primary living areas were relocated northwest for optimal light, with a steel and timber staircase elegantly dividing the space. A frameless south-lit skylight enhances the concrete soffit, filling the interior with natural light. Lime-washed plywood and detailed joinery soften the concrete. The main bedroom, surrounded by full-height glazing and an operable screen, offers an intimate, elevated sanctuary, while an integrated landscape design adds serenity. Birch Tree House by H&E.

Photography by Anson Smart.

The Hartley House Project by Alison Lewis Interiors is the designer’s family home in Melbourne’s Inner North. The scope of work involved restoring period features of a Californian Bungalow while adding a modern rear extension. Once dark and monochromatic, the home now boasts light-filled spaces with warm white, wood grain, and natural stone. Soft green, burgundy, and terrazzo accents bring interest, while greenery adds movement to the revitalized bungalow.

Photography by Dylan James.

Back in 2017 Jo featured a home with knotty pine walls that has gotten lots of traffic ever since, and when I spotted the cottage of Barrie, ON based designer Ashley Montgomery I had to share another wonderful example of knotty pine done right. What was once her family’s horse stable (with stalls) outside of Toronto, then became storage, then was transformed into a cool “bunkie” or sorts that sleeps ten. The pine is original from when it was built in the 1950s, and was in such great condition it was simple cleaned and lacquered. She added in some flagstone on top of the concrete floors and with a colour scheme of black and white, it turned into a functional and modernized rustic space. Knotty pine at its finest.

At this 10,000 sq. ft townhouse in London’s Belgravia, Banda Studio has masterfully blended history and modernity. Inspired by Chelsea Barracks’ rich heritage, Banda collaborated with global craftspeople to create interiors that marry natural and urban elements. The project combines metalwork, woodwork and textiles to craft a unique and elegant yet practical London home.

Photography by Michael Sinclair.

I love a sneak peek into a designer’s personal space. It’s like peering into their design zeitgeist. Thomas Geerlings of Dutch interior architecture and design firm Framework has created a home that is carefully curated with treasures and memories. With its sense of individual style and some amazing furniture pieces colour plays a huge part in the joy these family spaces bring.

Photography by Kasia Gatkowska.