This building designed by Juliet Lloyd sits on the edge of a tree-lined river overlooking the water and opens out with full height doors, allowing interaction with the sea views and changing light. The interior materials respond to the surrounding coastal context in the intentional use of natural materials, textiles and soft furnishings. The built interior surfaces are hard-wearing and designed to withstand heavy usage and the demands of daily family life – natural stone, polished concrete, steel and solid timber all evoke a sense of solidity and permanence while textured plaster, linen blend fabrics, braided jute and walnut all reference the surrounding environment in texture and colour palette. The framing of sea views and demarcation of spaces is achieved in the furniture layout, to create a more intimate sense of scale and interaction within larger areas. A cosy fireplace is juxtaposed with a tall flue that emphasises the double…

Parque Vía is a residential building designed by Cuaik CDS, located on the side of Paseo de la Reforma in Lomas de Chapultepec. Characterized by a classic style, which is reflected in both the architecture and interior design of the spaces. The entrance facade is separated from the house by a driveway, and it is L-shaped. Two solid volumes are connected to each other by another volume that functions as a vestibule. The vestibule is a double-height space that serves as the connection point between the house and its program, facilitated by a sculptural staircase. The layout of the program is quite straightforward; on the ground floor, you’ll find public spaces like the living room, dining area, and kitchen. On the opposite side, also on the ground floor, there’s a lounge area and a covered terrace. These spaces are surrounded by exterior perimeter corridors that link the access driveway with…

In the heart of a urban apartment, a compact living room takes center stage by The Glade Design Studio. What began as a narrow-windowed space has undergone a captivating transformation, spurred by a client’s quest for a jaw-dropping first impression. The decision to replace the window with a TV unit was audacious, and yet, it became the pivotal point around which this evolution revolved. Despite constraints that demanded preservation of wall paint, flooring, curtains, and lighting, the room’s soul was about to be reborn. Enter the masterful joinery – a piece that not only merged seamlessly but became an integral part of the room’s DNA. The unexpected inclusion of an open wine shelf, though initially met with skepticism, ultimately added a touch of finesse, perfectly enhancing the overall aesthetic. This journey embodies the fusion of imagination and design, where every element finds its place, igniting a sense of grandeur within…

When it came to the design of this Southern California home by Jennifer Miller Studio, it was all about respecting—not reinventing—the property. Just a block away from the bustling lower village of Montecito, CA, this 1924 Mediterranean-style estate (called the Butterfly House) had been passed down through one family for three generations before the current owners purchased it. With a focus on scale—opting for a larger living space to accommodate the smaller, European-esque features—they were able to update the home while celebrating its original spirit. The client loves the space because of its casual sophistication.  The design and feel meet their global lifestyle that they live.  They love that when they walk in the door, they are immediately met with comfort and can immediately start enjoying their weekend in Montecito. (via https://ruemag.com/) Photography: James Michael Juarez https://house-diaries.com/mediterranean-touches-in-a-california-home-with-a-guest-house/

The architect and interior designer Marta Chrapka treated her new apartment  as an experiment. It was bought quickly, right after the pandemic, when there was no choice on the market. Until suddenly it appeared! Beautiful, from the 1950s, in Saska Kepa and with a garden. Seemingly great, but actually … it did not meet any of the previous criteria and dreams of the owner. It wasn’t pre-war and looked “made from waste”. At the same time, however, it had a big advantage – a captivating, huge garden. Marta based the idea for this interior on the fact that it was supposed to be practically drowned in greenery. All decisions on changing the functional layout were aimed at creating the effect that greenery appropriates the space with a wide gesture. (via https://www.designalive.pl/) https://house-diaries.com/warsaw-apartment-restoration-of-an-old-warsaw-tenement-house/

This house in Mallorca was designed to express the love of the owners, a couple from Germany and their children, for the southern Mediterranean. They have a particular love of Provence, and fell in love with this house, asking designer Carde Reimerdes of Seawashed Interiors to combine the French spirit with the Mallorcan spirit in this renovated house with its blue decor. The colour of the sea is a common thread running through all the rooms, without becoming heavy or boring. The addition of Mallorca stone, recycled wood, rattan and linen is also key to the successful design and decor of this renovated house with its blue decor. (Source and photos: El Mueble) https://house-diaries.com/palacio-can-marques-an-18th-century-private-residence-turned-into-a-gorgeous-hotel/

A collector’s apartment in a historic building on Place Dauphine, the AFTER BACH Studio drew inspiration not only from the quintessentially Parisian location – the property has views of both the Seine and the picturesque square at the tip of Île de la Cité – but other sources such as Cy Twombly’s apartment in Rome, the paintings of Balthus and the music of Keith Jarrett. The result: calming, welcoming interiors where art, design and architecture mellifluously come together. (via www.yatzer.com) Photography :  Vincent Leroux See also : https://house-diaries.com/a-cozy-one-bedroom-apartment-with-olive-green-walls/

With a young family and a love and lust for well-designed international interiors, the brief was one that shared these two extreme needs. As a market maven at heart, sourcing the globe for beautiful spaces and 100% handmade objects is was brings Georgia to her space of passion. It was only natural that her home would be a cultural mix of her favorite places on earth and incorporated her passion to take people off the streetscape and into their own escape. A warm family home with 3 bedroom 3 bathroom, each space unique and bespoke to the next whilst creating a strong element of unison. A home that felt more like a hotel and looked at every single element as bespoke. Each corner and wall of this home has been heavily thought about and not one piece has been bought off shelf.–Georgia’s lust for travel and the need to make…

There is a certain feeling that comes with living in a loft style home. But it’s an uncommon thing to find a good one – and a truly great one is even more rare. When the Flour Mill Lofts were originally conceived and developed by historic preservationist and developer Dana Crawford in the late 90’s, no one could expect that so many of the individual homes would eventually come to be featured in design books and magazines for the next 20+ years. And as rare as it may be, here’s your chance to own one of the great ones…Today we share photos of one of them, which was recently sold for $1.8 million. Enjoy! See also : https://house-diaries.com/oxford-street-apartment-featuring-an-industrial-aesthetic-in-dark-tones/

Mid-century gem in need of complete gut and rehab. Ashley Campbell’s mission: to see it restored to its full potential. Photography : Meagan Larsen