Displaying posts labeled "Wood"

This 18th-century barn has been reimagined by Berkeley Hawkes with an easy respect for balance, natural materials and a strong sense of place. Drawing on the calm symmetry of Georgian architecture the interior balances rustic texture with refined detail. Raw beams meet finely panelled walls, reclaimed oak and honed marble lend warmth and permanence. Antique pieces and salvaged elements layer history into the space, creating a home of enduring depth, rooted in contrast, crafted with soul.

Photography by Mark Anthony Fox.

Michiru Higginbotham is a Sydney-based residential architecture and interior design practice that blends Australian openness with Japanese simplicity. Their work balances innovation and tradition, functionality and beauty. Cremorne Deco, an Art Deco residence on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, has been reimagined with a pared-back palette of warm timber, quartzite stone and subtle colour. Original porthole windows and curves were preserved, honouring its heritage while creating a serene, contemporary home connected to the garden beyond.

Photography by Nic Gossage.

Respect for history. Care in the details. The scent of wood. The cool touch of steel. The simplicity of it all. Peaceful. The world of Italian architect Rocco Borromini.

Designer Ashley Montgomery (one of my all-time favourites) created a dreamy retreat for herself and her children in Barrie, Ontario by joining two 1800s cabins and then adding her magic touch to every nook and cranny. Pretty pale yellow, soft and moody neutrals, the comfiest sofa, charming wallpapers and lots of antiques. With the rustic elements like the exposed logs and low ceilings this is absolutely gorgeous and so incredible cozy and inviting. Photos: Lauren Miller.

Michael Mezzano is an interior designer specializing in high-end residential interiors across New York City and the Hamptons. Known for his clean, modern aesthetic layered with vintage pieces, he creates interiors that feel both current and personal. In the Bridgehampton Bullhead Project, he designed a sculptural staircase as the home’s centerpiece and introduced neutral textures and thoughtful detailing, resulting in spaces that are refined, timeless, and effortlessly livable, blending sophistication with comfort throughout.

Photography by Ethan Herrington.