This Major Renovation project by Noble Architecture in Vancouver is not just a restoration; it’s a rebirth. It’s an homage to the past, a celebration of the present, and a vision of the future. This renovation marries the heritage and charm of a 102-year-old house with the vibrancy of 2022. Designers’ goal was to unveil the hidden beauty buried beneath layers of insincere “renovations,” and let the house glow once more. Challenges were aplenty as they embarked on this journey. The house had weathered previous lives of careless renovations, burying its original style under a facade of inauthenticity. It was no small feat to peel back the years and layers to reveal the genuine charm that lay beneath the surface. Their mission was clear: to spotlight the old heritage style, while infusing this round of restorations with a dash of modernity. The design embraces a “maximalist” approach, seamlessly intertwining heritage…

This wooden cottage with a total area of 122 sqm is located on a mountainside in Sweden and is part of a complex of modern chalets. Among its features are interesting architecture with large panoramic windows and a terrace, as well as unusual interior design. Designers used an unusual combination of blue and green shades in which the wooden surfaces in the house were painted. Enjoy! (via https://www.pufikhomes.com/) https://house-diaries.com/cozy-ski-chalet-a-holiday-home-in-ontario-canada/

This Victorian home has been reconfigured internally and redesigned by Atelier Ochre to suit the needs of a growing family in East London. Sensitive to natural and textural materials with touches of bright colour tones, the client’s brief was to embrace the existing features of the building, while adding a contemporary contrast to the interiors which reflects their lifestyle and funky artwork collection. The ground floor period reading room has been opened up to the kitchen and dining spaces which are facing the lush garden. The kitchen has been fully redesigned with a veiny marble countertop and an oversized breakfast dining banquette has been created to host festive dinners and family gathering. The live edge solid timber dining table from Forest to Home paired with the iconic Wishbone chairs from Carl Hansen was a must have of the client which we balances with the marine blue joinery and lush planting.…

Wise Design clients moved to Portland with an incredible art collection but had trouble envisioning how their pieces would fit in their traditional new home. Wise Design was brought on to furnish their living, dining, office and den. Their task was to look for not only the ideal placement for each art piece but also to design a comfortable home for our clients, their friends and their elderly dog, a very cherished member of the family. Using the two of the spectacular pieces by HERAKUT as the basis of their palette, a new deep green sofa from Perch Furniture rests in the center of the living room, allowing their clients to gaze at the fire, TV or outside. The back deck is fully furnished for impromptu parties and FLOR tiles allow for easy circulation from the front door to the back so their sweet doggo can walk without slipping. Layers…

The owners of this Casablanca villa gave Crina Arghirescu Architecture Studio blanche to do a total gut renovation job, inside and outside. With a very modernist shell, the villa called for an unconventional space in respect to Moroccan culture, taking some of the formal elements out of the traditional settings.Designers were able to reconfigure the layout of both floors to generate seamless flow between spaces, redesign the house’s enclosures and openings as well as the pool and the landscaping. Their goal was to open the house to the exterior by opening up walls and positioning tall windows in places that offer different layers of transparencies and create unexpected perspectives and vistas that cut through the house without revealing it in its entirety: for example, the olive tree behind the glass facade becomes a backdrop for the sculptural staircase, the beating heart of the house, that itself protects the living room’s…

In the heart of the splendid Costa Brava, Villa Cap Roig by Bloomint Design Stydio embodies the perfect harmony between Mediterranean charm and contemporary atmosphere. This exceptional residence, located in the picturesque village of Calella de Palafrugell, has undergone a thorough renovation that has transformed this villa from the 70s into an oasis of style and comfort. The owners, accompanied by architect Ivana Tuneu and interior designer Aude May from Bloomint Design, have transformed this once dark and dated villa into a jewel of Mediterranean. At the heart of the renovation, light is the essential actor. From the first moments, its omnipresence is striking. The large outward-facing bay windows generously invite natural light to flood the renovated spaces. Cleverly integrated skylights create plays of light, flooding the once dark corners of the house. Photography : Bloomint Design https://house-diaries.com/a-house-in-lempordacatalonia-spain/

The original building on the site was demolished due to a series of earthquakes that affected the region. The demolition revealed the original roof trusses that were rescued and safely stored by the client who was hoping to reuse them. The trusses became an important feature of the new build. Their strengthening was achieved with rusted metal plates and exposed bolts.The new building envelope needed to fit in the industrial port area responding to the heritage constraints of the city plan. This led the design to keep the original shape of the building, reinterpreting the structure and cladding material. The client requested an open space that celebrates the view to the port and creates privacy from the surrounding. For this the design of the big steel and cedar window façade has allowed a great view to the harbour, the hill and the stormy southerly weather. The house has been designed…

Moving from Portland to Bend, Wise Design Studio clients wanted a fun, relaxed aesthetic in their home to match their new city. Wise Design was brought on the project on to help furnishings in the living, dining, breakfast nook and primary suite with a light kitchen remodel and fireplace design. The living room was transformed as regionally sourced stacked stone was added to the fireplace facade, running the full length of the wall in the double-height living room, all the way up to the ceiling. A new wood mantel was added for mountain drama and warmth. A large iron pendant above and cozy yet durable furnishings, all in a palette akin to the natural environment of Central Oregon, were added to the space, creating a perfect spot to come home to after a day on slopes. The primary suite received all new furnishings including bed, nightstands and dressers as well…

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…