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I wanted to share another fabulous apartment by Tristan Domecq that caught my eye. This one has a bit of a mystical, dream-like quality of understated elegance as Tristan does, with some random unexpected pieces here and there (like the “fat lava” MCM lamp in the second photo). That fireplace, the moldings throughout, arched doors and that kitchen island all help make this spectacular.

Function and efficiency match style and aesthetics in this minimalist Chicago pied-à-terre.  Intricate plaster moldings and architectural touches original to this beaux-arts apartment serve as the perfect backdrop for a highly curated and intentionally sparse collection of furnishings and objets d’art – which gives this home it’s chic sensibility.  The home, filled only with those collected items most precious to its resident, is a wash in neutrals and natural light – allowing abstract works and sculptural forms to shine and hold court.  Small in footprint, this urban apartment packs a punch larger than spaces multiple times its size.
I spotted this apartment over a year ago and never posted it because I thought it was maybe too minimalist for our audience. But I have not stopped thinking about it so I am finally caving. It’s because of this that I now have an obsession for pewter and recently purchased vintage pewter wall candle sconces (and am holding back my desire to amass a collection of imperfect pewter plates). Michael del Piero forever capturing my attention. Photos: Aimée Mazzenga.

Leanne Ford may have an obsession for white but even she can show restraint when renovating her own historical 120-year-old home in Pittsburgh. The wood paneled walls in the library are so moody and cozy and look SO much better stained than slathered in white paint. Such a beautiful home. Photos: Amy Neunsinger, Erin Kelly. Styling: Noel Knostman, Hilary Robertson.

Leanne Ford – a die-hard fan of all things white. Something I am absolutely not but then when I see her projects I start to rethink my life’s choices. Her Church Lane project is one of those times where I think this is a really good approach especially if you have ‘a pig in need of lipstick’ type of renovation you need to do….just get 10 gallons of white paint, some marble remnants and some paper lanterns and you’re golden. Photos: Erin Ash Kelly; Styling: Hilary Robertson.

This Austin ranch designed by Light and Dwell is “mountain ranch” style and I am loving every inch of it. Stone walls and fireplaces (mostly painted white…..ugh but does lighten things up), exposed wood ceiling beams in almost every room, the warmed wood kitchen, lots of furry chairs I want to sink into, and everything bathed in soothing neutrals. Timeless and classic but make it a bit rustic but also a bit sophisticated. Photos: Harry Crowder.