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INSPIRATION: A colourful view over the garden square, combined with a love of the glamourous ’70s-80s and Grace Jones on Andy Wharhol’s “Polaroids” cover.
This Notting Hill home may have been inspired by the 70s but the design by Laura Marino of Studio L sure is more sophisticated and liveable. Photos: Studio Rochowski.

This ambitious project in the Sydney suburb of Annandale’s heritage precinct required a respectful yet contemporary transformation of the original dwelling and a complete reinvention of the rear. The primary living areas were relocated northwest for optimal light, with a steel and timber staircase elegantly dividing the space. A frameless south-lit skylight enhances the concrete soffit, filling the interior with natural light. Lime-washed plywood and detailed joinery soften the concrete. The main bedroom, surrounded by full-height glazing and an operable screen, offers an intimate, elevated sanctuary, while an integrated landscape design adds serenity. Birch Tree House by H&E.

Photography by Anson Smart.

The Hartley House Project by Alison Lewis Interiors is the designer’s family home in Melbourne’s Inner North. The scope of work involved restoring period features of a Californian Bungalow while adding a modern rear extension. Once dark and monochromatic, the home now boasts light-filled spaces with warm white, wood grain, and natural stone. Soft green, burgundy, and terrazzo accents bring interest, while greenery adds movement to the revitalized bungalow.

Photography by Dylan James.

Juan Cano I by Pérez Palacios Arquitectos Asociados is a townhouse project in Mexico City, designed to optimize a narrow plot of 6m by 30m. The design prioritizes vertical space, creating functional areas with a smaller footprint. Existing trees were preserved, shaping the architecture. A black facade blends the house into its urban surroundings, while light interior tones and warm wood accents create a cozy atmosphere. The project balances built and unbuilt spaces, offering innovative solutions for urban living in a growing city.

Photography by César Belio.

Layered into the hills above Tamarama Beach, The Carlisle by Sydney-based Penman Brown possesses a dreamlike quality, blending the romance of the past with a forward-looking vision. Exquisite detailing and custom pieces, framed by iconic designs, create a chic yet serene atmosphere. The textures combine vintage global elements with tribal organics, amplified by futuristic finishes. Sculptural furnishings in a smoky palette of velvety textures are accented by stone and accessories, harmonizing with the natural surroundings.

Photography by Anson Smart.