
The client’s brief was to design a minimalist, airy yet cozy home inspired by the relaxed Hamptons beach style. The vision evokes sunbleached days, with white linen curtains swaying in the breeze, offering glimpses of flowering wild roquette. Chalky walls and warm-toned joinery contrast against the white timber-lined ceiling and white-washed floorboards. Golden-veined marble accents the kitchen and bathroom, while French doors with ruched linen curtains soften the light, creating a serene atmosphere for restful days and peaceful nights. Cedar Cottage by Anouska Milstein of Melbourne-based A.mi.













Photography by Tom Blachford.

Lauren Nelson Design’s mission is to create elevated interiors that blend function and feeling. Known for balancing elevated yet approachable aesthetics, the team mixes vintage pieces with custom designs, tailored to each home. For a Tiburon gut renovation, the designers collaborated with the architect to reimagine the space, opening up the kitchen and living areas for better flow and adding rooms to suit a young family, all while incorporating rich colours, warm wood tones and soft textures.





















Photography by Seth Smoot.

Freshwater by Madeleine Blanchfield Architects is a beautifully designed family residence that prioritizes both function and aesthetics. The home’s crisp architectural edges create a frame that draws the eye inward, showcasing the light-filled interior and lush courtyard. Nestled in a serene suburban area, the design fosters introspection rather than outward views. The generous layout promotes a sense of spaciousness and interconnectedness, with internal vistas linking separate rooms. A single-storey rear pavilion features a skylit roof, flooding the open-plan living spaces with northern light. The sculptural kitchen island serves as a focal point, echoing the home’s design motifs. Materials like brick and concrete provide a raw, tactile quality, while timber accents soften the look. Custom terrazzo flooring with subtle pink flecks adds warmth and the timber-clad study offers a cozy retreat. Overall, the residence captures a modern essence, creating a joyful environment for family life within its leafy surroundings.















Photography by Pablo Veiga.

Located in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights, this renovated 1920s family home blends modern comfort with timeless design. Studio Plow has transformed the 4,142 sq ft space into a warm, inviting refuge. Rich textures, earthy tones and custom art pieces were incorporated to reflect the client’s love for fashion, art and Mexican heritage. The design creates a cozy yet expressive environment, serving the young family’s needs while celebrating the client’s cultural identity and personal vision.
















Photography by Nicole Franzen.

Located in Paris’s 14eme arrondissement, Jessica Helgerson lovingly designed this 550 sq ft apartment for herself and her family. She took inspiration from the 14eme itself, a neighborhood with a village-like feel: abundant community gardens, quiet streets, mutual aid associations, and influence of many resident artists past and present. The apartment is playful and pastoral, with a rich palette of greens and filled with art made almost entirely by friends. The mural in the bedroom was hand-painted by Jessica to reflect the view out the window – leafy, green, and full of joy. Nearly all the furnishings are antiques sourced at Paris flea markets and elsewhere in France. The ceiling light fixtures are part of a lighting line designed by Jessica.
This apartment is so full of joy and light, and that green tile is STUNNING. J’adore! Photos: Aaron Leitz.














