
This 18th century duplex in Saint-Germain-des-Prés is the epitome of Paris style and elegance, and the exquisite attention to detail of their interiors. A collaboration between Claude Cartier Studio and Simon Pesin, this beautiful space is a mix of traditional architecture and modern furnishings….indeed a confluence of the arts. Photos: Erick Saillet. (Aside: also a lesson in how to use patterned carpet effectively)














Belén Ferrándiz blends modern and traditional elements to create timeless, elegant and functional interiors. In this project—a restored home in a small town in Spain’s Santander Valley—she preserved original features like stone, shutters and ceiling details, painted white to enhance light. With open spaces, soft tones and a mix of antique and contemporary furnishings, the result is a serene, cozy retreat designed for relaxation and rural charm.























Studio Meghan Eisenberg embraces each space’s unique character, drawing from its architectural roots to shape a timeless, relaxed design. For a 1927 Spanish Colonial in Santa Monica, the firm restored the home’s lost charm for a young family. The result blends historical integrity with soft modern touches. Warm, natural furnishings complement the architecture, creating a vibrant yet serene environment that reflects the family’s lifestyle.










Photography by Haris Kenjar.

Have you ever seen someone tile a border above wainscotting in a hallway, that happens to be carpeted in leopard print? Me either! I’m telling you, these Parisian designers are just oozing with wild and creative ideas. I love every single bit of this apartment. The stripped (?) walls in the living room, that hallway situation, putting a cafe rod curtain in front of what looks like a MCM cabinet, and that retro green and pink bathroom! SWOONING!!!! Designed again by Orsini Daventure. Photos: Amaury Laparra.
















When the homeower of this Central Park West apartment called upon designer Fawn Galli to create a family home here, she wanted it to be light, fun and eclectic, with a bit of old-world, and lots of character to the furnishings. That is right up Fawn’s alley, as her spaces are typically pretty unique and full of life. I adore the quirkiness she added here, as if the homeowner had spent years collecting containers-full of the coolest stuff found at Paris flea markets. Photos: Marili Forastieri.














