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What appears to be effortless sophistication is the result of careful curation and an eye for simplicity and comfort. Knowing when enough is enough. Antique mixes with modern while the colour palette is restrained. Byrd Park Home by O’Brien and Muse.

This historic Chicago house has undergone a transformative renovation guided by interior designer Cari Giannoulias. Preserving its rich history, she expertly blended past and present, enhancing the grand staircase and salvaging original features like panelled doors, fireplace and woodwork. The house, reimagined as a gentleman’s retreat, exudes understated charm. Muted hues and neutral tones dominate, creating a serene ambience where every element harmonises, from skirting boards to furnishings. It’s a marriage of the past and the present. The result is a timeless classic.

Nestled on 85 acres in Queenstown New Zealand, Speargrass House seamlessly combines rustic charm with practical elegance for a lively family with four boys. Embracing its natural surroundings, the house boasts mountain views of The Remarkables and Coronet Peak. A palette of blues, saffron, and silvery greys mirrors the expansive sky and rocky landscapes. Stone features prominently, adorning walls, floors, and fireplaces. European oak floors and custom maple joinery elements bring warmth. Speargrass House interiors by Sydney-based Arent & Pyke.

Photography by Anson Smart.

This remarkable hilltop dwelling seamlessly blends industrial charm with contemporary design. Three interconnecting pavilions sit atop a hillside in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales. Think contemporary design meets industrial-style barns, open-plan spaces and precast concrete panels. Connecting the pavillions is an art gallery walk defining areas and connecting with the vast landscape. In such a rural area sustainability takes centre stage, featuring solar power, rainwater harvesting and fire safety measures. This off-grid residence embodies meticulous planning, offering a unique blend of form, function, and environmental consciousness. Highlands House by Luke Maloney Architecture.

Photography by Tom Ferguson. Styling by Megan Morton.

Tree Island defies limitations, transforming its compact-sized house into a unique family home. Measuring just four and a half meters wide, the home cleverly rises against a neighbouring warehouse conversion, maximizing vertical space. A central, light-filled void connects living areas and hosts a thriving fig tree. A courtyard and rear garden offer tranquillity and practicality, while a hidden roof terrace provides a private retreat. This home ingeniously incorporates natural light, greenery, and expansive living spaces, turning constraints into design advantages. By Sydney-based Carter Williamson.

Photography Katherine Lu.