Paris’s 9th arrondissement has an urban village atmosphere, and the buildings there often retain their Second Empire character. This renovated Haussmann-style apartment features all the hallmarks of that era. Baroque moldings, herringbone parquet flooring, and a white marble fireplace enhance the beauty of these classic spaces. It was in this context that the interior design firm d' Ussel &…
On the corner of a quiet street in Old Gothenburg, we discover a renovated 35sqm studio in a building dating back to 1890. With plenty of light, understated materials, and a meticulously planned layout that creates clearly defined zones, this is a space that’s certainly worth a look. The layout of the spaces The studio’s layout is typical of apartments in period buildings. While today, in this…
The design of this 36sqm rental studio began with a specific vision. Here, the owner wanted to recreate the atmosphere of 1960s Eastern European films, with a touch of nostalgic warmth, deep, contrasting colors, and simple comfort. Designer Viktoria Ukhova took on the challenge in this small apartment, working with a limited budget. The loggia integrated into the living area Even before…
Bruny Island, in Tasmania, is accessible by ferry from Kettering, south of Hobart, crossing the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, a waterway named by 18th-century French explorers. It runs along these wild coasts and arrives at this protected and sparsely populated island, which has remained completely authentic. It is there, on the edge of the channel, that The Songbird is located. This 1960s cabin,…
You’re familiar with air conditioning. But if you’re a renter, it’s hard to get one installed. And even if you’re a homeowner, it’s not always easy to get permission to drill into the building’s facade and ruin its appearance by installing an outdoor compressor. Plus, you usually have to call in a technician, schedule an appointment, and it’s a long, tedious process. But that… was then! Because…
The Årsta neighborhood, south of Stockholm, was largely built in the post-war period, between 1947 and 1950. And while it may not have the charm of the city’s historic neighborhoods, it features well-designed buildings surrounded by greenery, sought after by residents looking to raise a family. In this classic setting, this apartment offers three livable rooms within 47sqm thanks to a smart…
Méribel, the front side: legendary slopes, one of Europe’s largest ski areas. But also resort architecture that often looks just like everywhere else. On the other hand, for the past few weeks, a mountain chalet has emerged whose interior is a radical departure from what we usually see. Developed by Alpine Lodges within the Falcon resort, it is decorated far from the usual mountain clichés. With…
You wouldn’t necessarily expect to find a pied-à-terre with a garden near Paris. Especially right behind the towers of the La Défense business district. And yet this former studio, which hadn’t seen any renovations in decades, managed to charm its new owner from Marseille, who recognized its full potential. And if you look at the “before” photos of the apartment, it was far from obvious. She…
Salento is the somewhat overlooked part of Italy’s Apulia region, in a province that is nevertheless famous. The trulli of Alberobello, the masserie of Ostuni, the crowds in July at Polignano a Mare, can attest to that. But Salento, the tip of the heel of the Italian boot, still escapes this social media-driven frenzy. Nardò, a Baroque town ten minutes from the coast, has not yet been overrun by…
Located in a former industrial space converted into an apartment within a building dating back to 1878, this place captivated us from the very first photos. Its rustic decor blends contemporary style with vintage accents, featuring exposed brick and beams that bear witness to a past once dedicated to industry. Light, vast open spaces, and style come together in this Gothenburg 80sqm apartment,…
