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Heritage with a modern pulse

Posted on Thu, 21 Aug 2025 by midcenturyjo

Boronkay Studio have transformed this Victorian villa in leafy Richmond into a layered family home that balances grandeur with intimacy. Guided by a philosophy of blending tradition and innovation, the studio reimagined the property to reflect both its architectural elegance and the family’s multicultural background. The interiors weave vintage Italian and French pieces with bespoke furniture and collected artworks, creating a deeply personal narrative. Bold colors, subtle textures, and expressive detailing converge to shape a soulful, timeless home.

Photography by Martin Morrell.

Designed by renown architect Norman Askins, we were tasked with thoughtfully renovating and designing this Nancy Creek Ridge home for a young Atlanta family. A full renovation of the kitchen allowed us to drench the walls in a beautiful zellige tile which beautifully bounced light around the intriguingly laid out kitchen. Custom millwork and an island crafted to emulate a large antique work table created the ideal kitchen for the family – perfect for both the large holiday gatherings they often host and the intimate nights as a family. Throughout the rest of the home, we balanced a vivid art collection with a palette both soothing and surprising. Pattern and texture blend throughout the home from the geometric wallpaper in the foyer to the lush brass inlays of the primary bath. The end result showcases the beauty of a design that can push the boundaries of a historic design into a timeless future.
I love the juxtaposition of light and dark in this home, and use of colour in a really sophisticated way. Such a moodiness and warmth, with a touch of elegance. Designed by Bradley Odom. Photos: Mali Azima.

A reimagined Edwardian home in London

Posted on Wed, 13 Aug 2025 by midcenturyjo

South London Home by Alex Dauley is a transformed four-bedroom Edwardian house in Streatham, reimagined for a fashion stylist client. Extensions to the rear and side expanded the footprint, adding a primary suite, guest wardrobes, a family bathroom and a home gym. The design balances minimal, uncluttered rooms with warmth through marble, stone, wood, polished plaster and limewashed walls. Muted neutrals pair with deep blues and greens, creating a sophisticated yet calm atmosphere that harmonises contemporary style with the home’s Edwardian heritage.

Photography by by Tom St. Aubyn.

This stunning five-bedroom, six-storey family home in Islington is the result of a meticulous three-year collaboration between our studio and long-time clients. The property underwent a significant transformation by Chris Dyson Architects, including a basement conversion, frameless new attic windows, a full restoration and a rear extension. The result is a contemporary home with an eclectic twist, where modern interventions seamlessly enhance the building’s historic charm. Bespoke joinery plays a major role in the home’s design, from a sleek drinks bar to a statement media unit that conceals the TV behind elegant sliding doors above a modern fireplace. Throughout the home, luxurious finishes add depth and character, including wallpapers and murals from Elitis, Arte, and Cole & Son.
I love how risks were taken throughout this home by designer Mia Karlsson, it is 100% unique and each space had its own personality to coincide with the activities that would occur there. Photos: Ben Sage.

As principal of Mila Interiors, Kamila Pagowski blends European sensibility with a New York-honed eye for detail. For a historic Lower Garden District home in New Orleans, she preserved its architectural integrity while infusing vibrant color, pattern and a joyful collection of furnishings and art, a mix of high and low, vintage and new. The result is a warm, unpretentious space thoughtfully tailored to the needs and spirit of a modern family.

Photography by Jacqueline Marque.