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A holistic blend of old and new

Posted on Thu, 7 Apr 2022 by midcenturyjo

“The brief. Transform a rare freestanding 1890s Italianate style terrace house in Sydney’s Inner West into a three level home combining the delight of a warm, contemporary aesthetic with the flexibility and robustness required for the changing needs of family life. A respect for the heritage of the original features is paramount as is creating a connection between the interior living spaces and the outside terrace and garden.”

A joyous, light-filled house celebrating the home’s history and future. It’s neutral palette and natural materials are the perfect are beautifully matched by the verdant back deck and courtyard garden. Elià House by Studio Prineas.

“Complete refurbishment of a generously proportioned Victorian family home in East London. Set over 5 floors, the mix of architectural styles is reflected in the interiors with a light, rustic contemporary approach in the lower ground floor and contrasting rich dark Victorian splendour on the upper floors.”

Old and new, Victorian and contemporary, light and dark. It’s all moody Victorian glam in the older part of the house breaking out into a modern, earthy almost rustic extension. The best of both worlds. Hackney, London residence by Frank & Faber.

Taylor + Taylor encore

Posted on Fri, 1 Apr 2022 by midcenturyjo

“Our designs blend worn elements with modern ones, earthy textures with bright tones. We equally love clean Scandinavian minimalism, primitive antiques, moody plasters, abstract art, and natural woods.”

And they do a mean kitchen too! This Spanish Mission house in Silverlake was renovated with an emphasis on its Moorish style and natural materials. Light filled and expansive,  expansive but approachable. S + S House by Los Angeles based Taylor + Taylor.

Photography by TIFFANY G STUDIO

Monica Fried encore

Posted on Thu, 24 Mar 2022 by midcenturyjo

You didn’t think I was going to let it go too long without plunging into the portfolio of  New York based design firm Monica Fried Design? With its clean lines, chic materiality and details, mix of vintage and modern this Scarsdale home is just about perfect.

“Originating from two separate, neighbouring terrace homes dating back to 1865, and now, merged as one, West Block, is a perennial, light-filled home. Inspired by the clients love and patronage of the arts, West Block sought to fuse a lyricism of historical romance and complexities, with a contemporary vernacular that was more avant-garde. Due to its original state of two separate, narrow residences, the project intervened with its labyrinth-like layout and consolidated and streamlined the ergonomics of the space, whilst still maintaining intimacies throughout the plan.”

West Block by Brahman Perera.