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This new home is perched atop a hill overlooking the Austin skyline. Space program includes garage and service areas beneath the main floor of public living spaces and primary bedroom suite. The third-floor houses children’s bedroom suites and playroom. An expansive deck and screened porch open directly from the kitchen/dining room to a deck-level plunge pool and play yard below. Exterior materials feature slurried limestone and standing seam metal roof, while the interior is grounded by white oak floors and millwork. An open-corner fireplace anchors the living room which is capped by a dark-green painted ceiling enhancing the intimate scale. Soft furnishings in a natural color palette were selected to complete the peaceful environment; art provides punctuation to each space.
I love the simplicity and openness of this home, but I’m mainly featuring it because, and I don’t really understand why, I am completely obsessed with those corner-of-a-room-build-your-fire-on-the-tile-floor type of fireplaces. Architecture and interior design by Cuppett Kilpatrick. Photos: Whit Preston.

A playful take on elevated interiors, this project by Altus Design Studio blends bold, colour-infused aesthetics with carefully curated art and objects. Prioritizing function and form, spatial planning was key, especially with expat clients overseeing the renovation from Asia. Redesigned joinery optimizes space, enhancing double-height ceilings in the casual living area. Earthy clay tones flow seamlessly throughout, creating warmth and cohesion. The result is a striking yet highly functional home that balances beauty and everyday living.

Photography by Prue Ruscoe.

Petit Retreat by Stafford Architects embodies elegance, craftsmanship, and timeless design while seamlessly integrating with its surroundings. Collaborating with Studio Snoop, the interiors embrace the studio’s heart-centric approach, prioritizing love, joy and innovation. Inspired by “Bondi Living” the residence features a dynamic screen that balances privacy and connection to the lively streetscape. Coastal materials like weatherboard cladding, bagged brick and bohemian upholstery enhance its relaxed, beachside aesthetic.

Photography by Anson Smart.

This classic turn-of-the-century apartment is undeniably grand. However, for our client’s young family, it also needed to feel comfortably relaxed as well as playfully evocative. Tasked with designing both for intimate family moments as well entertaining friends, an overlay of custom-designed cabinetry and furniture adds character and purpose to each space. A textured glass doorway in the foyer, distorts the blue and brass coat cupboards of the mud room beyond. Additional display shelving and lighting celebrates the client’s art collection. In the kitchen, a bespoke bistro table & banquette seating invites cosy family meals while the living room’s hidden dry bar is an entertainer’s delight. When merging classic and contemporary, respecting the elegance of the existing architecture is essential. Strong injections of colour and layers balance the scale of each room, creating a light and liveable home that is truly bespoke.
Light and liveable this absolutely is! I tend to prefer less white than is used in this apartment but it really works here to keep it airy and bright and appear larger. And I must point out how fun that map fabric covered sofa is. By Inuti Design. Photos: Fanny Radvik; Styling: Linda Ring.

Tasked with revitalizing a heritage home in Malvern, Melbourne Studio Ceravolo has designed spaces that seamlessly align with the owners’ routines. Small-format stone pavers replace traditional timber flooring, providing cohesion and a grounding effect. The heritage front remains refined while garden-facing living areas function as interconnected yet distinct zones. Full-height glazing and a contemporary pergola enhance light and seasonal views. Thoughtful details—triangulated motifs, soft curves, and adaptable seating—enhance comfort, contemplation and connection.

Photography by Sean Fennessy.