With a free and very attractive location, a stone’s throw from Östermalmstorg Square in the centre of Stockholm, this well-planned and fantastic Art Nouveau apartment is located on its own floor. Here we see a consistently high standard in combination with tasteful and lavish material choices!  This representative and well-maintained Art Nouveau property from 1908 has many fine original details such as herringbone patterned oak parquet, stucco, roof rosettes and window sills in marble, optimal floor plan and lovely space. A turn of the century apartment with modern elements, yes that style knows as a faithful follower that I often fall for. See also :https://house-diaries.com/apartment-o-a-beautiful-art-nouveau-apartment-by-joanna-laven/

A synthesis of Edwardian and Persian inspired design interventions – Inglis Badrashi Loddo Studio has reworked a previously confused house into a rich and authentic whole for a young family in north London. This Edwardian house had undergone various alterations during its life and had most recently been subdivided into 3 flats. In a series of high-impact moves, IBLA reconfigured and extended it to create a large family house and a separate self-contained flat on the top floor. The new rear extension unites the previously separate living, kitchen and dining areas into large and open, yet clearly-defined spaces. A diamond-shaped lantern – inspired by traditional cupolas – crowns the dining space, giving a sense of height and grandeur, and bringing light deep into the plan. Three glazed sliding patio doors punctuate the rooms, and allow the family to flow out onto two connected terraces, conceived of as exterior rooms. Vaults…

A unique and beautiful blend of heritage and refined luxury, apartment 16 designed by Shelley Roberts Architects, aligns perfectly the old and the new. Working with heritage buildings such as this former Carlton United Brewery, provide a dramatic canvas of exposed brickwork some one hundred years old. Restoring and preserving was at times a brick by brick task. A grey colour palette and matte finishes give each room depth, texture and warmth. A bespoke copper bathtub adds to the overall theatre of the design, while solid French oak flooring and deep grey painted timber panels adorn the walls. The Clients wanted to retain the warmth and feel of the original building but maximize the liveable square metreage.  The key material really was the existing brick work which was brought back to life via chemical stripping and re-pointing where necessary. Other key materials used were copper, used in the kitchen and bathroom areas. ​Solid French oak (flooring) and painted timber…

With the skillful hand of Scandinavian designers, a simple studio apartment with a total area of 37 sqm was converted into a very nice one-bedroom dwelling. More precisely, the bedroom here is not entirely a room; it is rather a dedicated sleeping corner which arose thanks to a glass partition. The living room area is quite aesthetic thanks to cool wall posters, a plush sofa and beautiful textiles. Such a great little home!!!!! See also :https://house-diaries.com/a-playful-tiny-scandinavian-apartment/

This beautifully designed three-bedroom house combines generous Victorian proportions with exceptional modern details. Extended and completely renovated by the current owner, an interior designer, internal accommodation measures just under 2,050 sq ft across three floors. The large open-plan living area on the ground floor includes two seating areas and a large pink and black kitchen in the new extension. Large windows and skywindows have been added to flood this room with light and with wonderful views over the garden. The hand-crafted kitchen has been finished with exceptional attention to detail, with Carrara marble worktops paired with brass fixtures and bespoke light fittings. The master bedroom upstairs has floor to ceiling cabinets painted in a blue shade. A self-contained studio is set in the beautifully landscaped rear garden, providing a private workspace independent to the house. Photography : The Modern House See also :https://house-diaries.com/woodland-pavilion-an-extension-between-a-grand-victorian-villa-and-a-woodland-nature-reserve/

Starting as a solid 70s shell, this inner city townhouse has been transformed by Lisa Breeze Architect Studio into a chic, cosy and functional abode for a couple and their cherished fur babes. Cues from salvaged building elements, such as retro timber wall panelling, modestly painted bricks and bold exposed structure, influence the new features. With refined finishes and strong colours, the new injections blend with humble building elements, celebrating the subtle retro patterns of the existing home. The new features are basic, with textured forms standing strong against the classic brick work and rough sawn timber joists above. Peering beyond all this is the tiny garden which is packed with life, with the ever changing hues of the Japanese maple, and the soft pastels of a varied collection of succulents. The space is treated primarily as an outdoor room to gaze on, and as an extension of the Living…

The recipient of a RIBA Award in 2017, this incredible four/five-bedroom house can be found nestled on a gated, cobbled mews in the Clerkenwell Green Conservation Area. Built in the early 1900s, originally for use as a brewery cooperage, it is the subject of an ambitious and beautifully executed renovation by Chris Dyson Architects. Internal accommodation approaches 4,000 sq ft over five expansive levels, including a substantial roof terrace. The result is a wonderfully considered renaissance of an industrial past and a masterful marrying of materials, new and old. Combining concrete, black steel and exposed brickwork the architects have created a home that is at once versatile, warm and aesthetically arresting. Photography : The Modern House See also :https://house-diaries.com/a-terraced-house-in-notting-hill-london/

The design focus for this North London Victorian terrace home design project was the refurbishment and reconfiguration of the ground floor together with additional space of a new side-return. So orienting and organising the interior architecture to maximise sunlight during the course of the day was one of the primary challenges solved by Charles Tashima Architecture Studio. To improve the use and volume of light within the existing extension, they added a number of windows and skylights in addition to a side return and window seat, projecting into the garden with a direct view of a beautiful magnolia tree. As to the character of the rooms, their client asked for an eclectic approach, using a rich variety of materials – including reclaimed flooring, concrete worktop, Moroccan cement tiles, coloured glass and steel windows – to work together with a variety of colours and rich array of their furniture. The designer…

This Gothenburg apartment has only 63 sqm of the total area, but the two levels made it possible to create different convenient zones. The ground floor consists of a kitchen and living room for receiving guests, while the attic floor is designed for privacy with a bedroom.In contrast to the grey-shaded kitchen, the dining-living room has a variety of colors: from various shades of brown to powdery and azure blue. The second floor is an area of ​​relaxation and comfort, so milky shades with wooden accents prevail here. A vintage chest of drawers and a desk that highlight the century-old history of the house, built in 1926, complement the look . Enjoy the tour!!!! See also :https://house-diaries.com/stylish-turn-of-the-century-apartment-in-goteborg/

Amos Goldreich Architecture was appointed to design an additional first-floor wing to this 1950s house in Hendon, London. The new wing, containing a new master bedroom, master en-suite and walk-in wardrobe, has become a retreat for busy parents.One of the key design requirements identified at the outset of the project was that the property, and any new additions, needed to be fully accessible to create an inclusive house for the client’s son who uses a wheelchair. The term “Barrier-Free Design” was a phrase coined by the client during the early stages of the project. The aim was to maintain accessible wheelchairs routes throughout through the carefully considered placement of doorways and furniture. A neutral array of greys, that vary in texture, in addition to a carefully selected material palette help to achieve a luxurious feel that the client desired. The new master en-suite is linked to the bedroom through a walk…