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Take a neutral colour palette. Add texture of course. Mix in vintage pieces and statement art and what do you get? A fabulous Scarsdale home, sophisticated yet enchanting. By New York-based interior designer Sharon Rembaum .

Photography by Nicole Franzen

It’s all about raw beauty in this loft by Aker Interiors. Exposed brick, rough concrete ceilings contrasted with polished floors, wood and stone form the material palette while colours are restrained and reflect those of earthy nature. While it may be rustic in places and definitely industrial luxury is definitely not missing in the scheme. Velvet, stone, lush textures and of course the light flowing in through ample windows.

It takes a lot to wow me these days (a result of having an interior design blog for over 14 years?). I’ve come to realize wowing me doesn’t necessarily take much effort. It doesn’t have to be some spectacular space that someone spent a small fortune decorating. It could be something rather simple such as the photo above. A large porcelain sink in front of a beautiful window. I don’t quite understand the placement of this sink, and that’s also why I love it so much. I like design to throw me a curve ball every now and then. Thank you to New York based design firm Studio Sofield for managing to WOW me this time.

“Lonika wanted to recapture the original charm of this railway worker’s cottage and designed bespoke joinery throughout. She set about combining antique pieces, fabrics and strong colours. The palette is warm and cheerful, offset by neutral tones on the floors and walls. Though the cottage was mostly pulled together over a six-month period, it has the layered look of an interior that has been added to slowly over a number of years.”

Lived in and loved. Stylish and family-friendly. Achievable and aspirational. Queen’s Park, London residence by Lonika Chande.

A beautiful balance between wide open spaces and a private haven, a home to entertain and a place for family. A rural retreat with a contemporary country heart. Laguna de Santa Rosa Residence by Wade Design Architects.