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The warm and inviting interiors of Kara Childress’ personal home reflect an essential interlacing of old and new, resulting in an inviting and functional atmosphere to suit her lifestyle. The Italian style structure is composed of architectural elements that stand the test of time and comfort the soul. Beautiful bones provide a backdrop of good character for an array of furnishings, lightings, and the designer’s personal collection of antiques. 
This details in Kara’s home have me swooning – everything from the tile, arches, windows, wood beams, fireplaces. The history, textures and “weight” of it all is breathtaking and is so timeless and will just get more and more beautiful as time goes on.

Minneapolis based design firm Studio Day are “preservation focused”. *mic drop*. And hats off to having that mentality in this day and age where soooo many people think you should slap paint on something and call it “modern” or “refinished”. In the case of this remodeled 1935 Tudor Revival home at some point the dark trim had been lightened and Studio Day designed to leave it light, which works to keep the home from being too dark. In the living room the lights had been plastered over but were uncovered and made functional again (that ceiling millwork is FAB!). The blue tile bathroom was maintained – sooo glad to see that because so many colourful bathrooms of that era are destroyed. All in all the character of this home is unmatched and its beauty is 150% worth preserving. Photos: Wing Ho; Styling: Carrie Charest Valentine.

Nestled amidst the iconic streets of Paris’ 16th arrondissement, this sophisticated apartment by Caroline Andréoni captures the essence of French luxury living. The open plan layout seamlessly blends the living and dining areas. Floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the interior in natural light while carefully restored wood panelling warms the space. A contemporary gourmet kitchen continues the wood accent while the use of marble here and in the master ensuite suite heightens the sense of opulence.

Photography by Sophie Lloyd.

LSL Architects have undertaken a breathtaking transformation of an 18th-century barn in the picturesque French countryside, turning it into charming gites that blend history and modern comfort seamlessly. With a vision that celebrates the rustic charm of the original structure while infusing it with contemporary elements, LSL Architects have breathed new life into this historic gem.

Carefully preserving the barn’s original architectural features, such as exposed wooden beams and stone walls, the gites exude an authentic sense of history and character. The interior spaces have been thoughtfully reimagined to offer all the amenities one would expect from modern accommodations, without compromising on the unique ambiance.

Photography by Katrin Vierkant.

It’s like I say week in week out. If yhou have to drag yhourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. Sana Labs, Stockholm by Holleroed.