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This apartment in the Upper East Side was bland and had a senseless layout. In came Emma Beryl who created a cool hangout for a family with a couple of kids to use on weekends (dictated the pandemic). It now has some really great built in storage, a dark and dramatic room for the kids that houses a daybed with trundle so it does double duty when the kids aren’t there, and a much better layout in the kitchen. Stylish and timeless and really functional.

Parisian designers will never cease to amaze me with their ability to create so much personality and storage capabilities in such small spaces. This 60m2 apartment in Paris’ 16th arrondissement was renovated by Caroline Andréoni and is packed with all the amenities and storage options whilst creating separation between living and kitchen/dining spaces (that banquette is brilliant!). The historical and presumably original details are such a wonderful juxtaposition to the modern additions too. This is perfection! Photos: Julien Pepy

I had to share another project by designer Christian Bense – this time his own flat! Christian and his partner Matt bought a Battersea flat with ambitious renovation plans, only to discover that leasehold restrictions prevented every structural change they had envisioned. Instead of selling, Christian embraced the constraint and shifted to a light-touch, two-month makeover that worked with the existing layout. This change of course revealed the strengths of the flat, from its generous main rooms to the second bedroom that became an ideal study, while the tiny kitchen demanded careful, space-saving problem-solving. A neutral “light not white” palette set the tone for a layered interior built largely from rehomed and vintage pieces, since the short lead times ruled out most custom furniture. Without altering walls, Christian leaned into a bric-a-brac vibe, especially in the dark hallway, filling it with character rather than trying to brighten it. Art played a major role, covering the walls and embracing the flat’s quirks while reflecting the couple’s personal history. The result is a richly textured, lived-in home that feels authentic, inventive, and perfectly suited to both the space and its owners. Photos: Alexander James.

Elizabeth Hay Design reimagined a Grade II listed Georgian country house to feel both traditional and joyful. Instead of major structural work, the focus was on creating atmosphere through soft furnishings and a cheerful kitchen in buttery yellow, redand green. Asian art and antique textiles from Liberty were woven into the design, bringing depth and individuality. Flexible seating areas make the rooms feel cosy when used quietly, yet just as welcoming when filled with family or friends, ensuring warmth and versatility throughout.

Photograhy by Jonathan Bond.

“A city pied-a-terre situated in a beautiful and historic Edwardian building, overlooking lush gardens with a backdrop of Table Mountain. A pale envelope showcases a collection of antiques and textiles.”

Victoria Court by Cape Town-based interior design firm Gregory Mellor Design.

Photography by Elsa Young.