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This is the Paris apartment of Clement Daventure and Clemence Orsini of design firm Orsini Daventure. Another exemplary example of the creativity and attention to detail of Paris designers, always unmatched and so unique you will never again spot anything like it. The space had never been touched since it’s creation in the 1970s so these designers created magic from scratch. Green fabric wrapped walls, travertine used as wainscotting, a rug-inlaid floor, patterned floor tile, flexible marble powder sheets to make a curved alcove in the bathroom, plaster & acrylic & ink wall frescos…. Spectacular! Photos: Amaury Laparra.

Renovations to this historic 1830’s Connecticut farmhouse started with the directive, “I don’t want to lose any of the character and history of the place.” From what had become a dark maze of interior rooms over nearly two centuries, we created a plan for a modern family. We recast the details of the original house in a completely new layout: original baseboards, doors, trims, and flooring complement a modern design with interiors by Fawn Galli that opens views from spacious rooms to the beautiful surrounding mountains.
Douglas C. Wright Architects did right by this beautiful old home, and I love that the new addition is black and seems to fade into the background. Photos: Costa Picadas.

Studio Meghan Eisenberg blends respect for architectural history with bold yet relaxed design. In Treehaven, a 1908 Craftsman in Mount Washington Los Angeles, the design honours the home’s historic character while introducing playful touches for a young family. A key transformation included enclosing the front porch to create a flexible lounge space that flows seamlessly into the dining area.

Photography by Haris Kenjar.

A bayside Federation home in Melbourne has been beautifully transformed by interior designer Samantha Eisen. The original red brick facade now wears an aged European-style render, while a rear extension opens onto the garden through a wall of glass framed in soft blue, echoing the warmth of the marble fireplace inside. The old porch has given way to a new kitchen and living area, with arched doors leading to the laundry and scullery. Throughout the home, thoughtful design breathes new life into vintage furniture, while custom touches like an aubergine bathtub and a mosaic-tiled loggia add rich character and charm.

Photography by Lisa Cohen.

The Erskine Residence, designed by B.E. Architecture, is set in Melbourne’s heritage-listed Middle Park. Built with white concrete and limestone, it has a distinctive, serene character. Japanese-inspired walled gardens on both levels bring in natural light while preserving privacy. Tailored to its owners, the home features separate studies, wellness areas and a chef’s kitchen for entertaining. BE Architecture is renowned for its extensive portfolio of thoughtfully crafted residences across Australia.

Photography by Martina Gemmola.