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Atelier Ellis is a paint company (breathable and natural) in the UK whose website I happened upon and the photos and the paint colours are sooooo pretty. The 120 colours that make up our collection reflect a new classicism that is neither minimalist nor traditional. Embracing a simple-useful-beautiful aesthetic, the colours are deeply rooted in the natural world, as well as personal memories, marks, and fragments. I sometimes joke that I can eat walls when the colours are scrumptious. These are 100% that.

This project for a retired couple downsizing from a large family home focused on minimal intervention and maximum impact. Inspired by the couple’s artwork and furniture, the design reshaped the Spanish Mission House to suit their lifestyle. Improvements included enhancing natural light in living spaces, creating a welcoming entrance, and updating the kitchen. Colour theory and collaboration with the clients produced calming greens, bold blushes, and moody corks. The eclectic interior celebrates the home’s unique features with a blend of modern convenience and traditional elements. Spanish Mission House by Melbourne and Brisbane-based Lande Architects.

Photography by Shannon McGrath.

I wanted to share another fabulous apartment by Tristan Domecq that caught my eye. This one has a bit of a mystical, dream-like quality of understated elegance as Tristan does, with some random unexpected pieces here and there (like the “fat lava” MCM lamp in the second photo). That fireplace, the moldings throughout, arched doors and that kitchen island all help make this spectacular.

Whispering Dunes, a sanctuary in bustling inner Melbourne, beautifully blends heritage roots with contemporary charm. Homeroom Studio‘s design respects the home’s original character through thoughtful spatial planning and material selection. A natural, earthy palette, anchored by stone with undulating veins, evokes sandy dunes and fosters tranquillity. Rich, jewell-toned furniture contrasts harmoniously with the earthy tones, enhancing the heritage features. The result is an elegant, calming atmosphere with layered, textural furniture exuding warmth and comfort.

Photography by Timothy Kaye.

Layered into the hills above Tamarama Beach, The Carlisle by Sydney-based Penman Brown possesses a dreamlike quality, blending the romance of the past with a forward-looking vision. Exquisite detailing and custom pieces, framed by iconic designs, create a chic yet serene atmosphere. The textures combine vintage global elements with tribal organics, amplified by futuristic finishes. Sculptural furnishings in a smoky palette of velvety textures are accented by stone and accessories, harmonizing with the natural surroundings.

Photography by Anson Smart.