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Designer Heidi Caillier does it again with her layering of pattern and colour magic, in this East Hampton home that is an absolute vintage-vibing delight. If ever you thought there could be a case of too many patterns, or using too many different colours in a home, let Heidi school you on how wrong you are. Photos: Haris Kenjar.

This 1869 Victorian home in Cambridge, Massachusetts is an absolute beauty inside and out brimming with original details that luckily the homeowners and Reath Design embraced. (The older I get and the more I hear about homes this beautiful being demolished or stripped of all their character, the more I appreciate people who aim to preserve the original). This is so whimsical and heartwarming, and even though I am not a fan of blue, the gorgeous muddy red of the dining room (Book Room Red by Farrow & Ball) and that sweet willow wallpaper are everything. Photos: Laure Joliet.

This kitchen renovation designed by Annabel Grimshaw transformed a cramped Georgian space into a vibrant, functional heart of the home. A modest two-meter garden extension created room for a kitchen island, dining area and compact utility room, dramatically improving the layout. Expansive metal-framed glazing floods the space with light, adding a contemporary touch to the historic architecture. DeVol joinery takes centre stage, complemented by personal touches like curated fabrics and artwork. The result is a warm, timeless and inviting space for family and friends to gather. (Keep an eye out at the end for the cutest little laundry.)

Photography by Robin Quarrelle.

The Wilam Ngarrang Retrofit project highlights the environmental, social, and financial advantages of retrofitting Melbourne’s inner-city apartments. Kennedy Nolan implemented a ‘minimal-intervention’ approach to upgrade a 1970s Fitzroy apartment block. The retrofit improved thermal performance, extended the building’s lifespan and enhanced tenant amenities. Key goals included achieving net-positive energy, reducing water demands, minimizing construction waste and carbon emissions and promoting zero-waste operations. The project retained the building structure, added efficient water systems, a 33kW rooftop solar array and heat recovery ventilation. Tenants enjoy up to 80% bill savings, with two units offered below market rates through non-profit real estate agency HomeGround.

Photography by Eve Wilson.

As you may have noticed my taste has drifted from anything modern and contemporary to a bit more classic and traditional which is why I really love this. The joining of 2 apartments in Greenwich Village to create a wonderful space for a family with such beautiful architectural details and lots of classic elements. There are some surprise colour choices that really add drama and interest in this otherwise very white home, which I applaud. Designed by Asia Baker of A.A.Baker Design. Photos: Isabel Parra.