Maison Melba, a place of place of life, creation, and exchange, was designed by Atelier L'Abri in harmony with the landscape and rustic heritage of the Village of Frelighsburg in Canada. Anchored in preservation and sustainability, this unique architectural project tells a story: that of the sensitive and sustainable renovation of a rural building nestled in the heart of the meadows and orchards emblematic of this agricultural region of southern Quebec. Embodying the new owner's values of sharing and hospitality, the former 1970s automobile garage has been transformed into a living space ..read more

In recent years, the demand for wood kitchens has soared, and at Nordiska Kök, this movement shows no signs of slowing down; in fact, it's gaining momentum. Wood is inherently beautiful with a natural charm and offers an array of possibilities, providing tactility, warmth and timelessness in kitchen design. For their latest kitchen, Nordiska Kök pairs dark oak and contrasting stone to create a warm and sophisticated feel. To elevate functionality without compromising on style, Nordiska Kök introduces clever custom-built solutions. I love how the coffee station is discreetly concealed wit ..read more

Today I’m excited to share my latest venture, Vertone, a new furniture brand launched with my close friend and collaborator, photographer/graphic designer Kirsty Dawn. Presenting our inaugural collection, Aperture, the duo of pieces—a versatile low-level table and a side table—is inspired by architectural lines and the desire to simplify and refine. Initial ideas began brewing during the pandemic when Kirsty decided to cut short her move to London and return home to New Zealand. With a shared appreciation for understated interiors that blend sensory elements and a respect for natural mat ..read more

After a meticulous year-long restoration and renovation effort following damages caused by flooding, CULT Design has reopened the doors to its Auckland showroom. Nestled in the heart of Parnell, Auckland’s vibrant furniture district, the new space boasts a total area of 300 square metres and showcases an extensive collection of high-quality design from Australia and Europe. Located amidst a bustling creative culture and numerous art galleries, the building originally served as the ice storage for all of Auckland, and holds a rich historical significance. Its transformation into a contemp ..read more

JOE Design Studio was founded by Antwerp-based interior architect Jody Eeckhout in 2020. Working with private clients on high-end residential projects, the studio creates bespoke spaces in collaboration with skilled craftsmen, to seamlessly blend natural materials, personalised touches and innovative design elements. For Project KWIK, this involved an extensive renovation of House De Belder, located in Kwikstaartlaan, in the Elsdonk residential villa district of Wilrijk, Antwerp. Designed by renowned architect Renaat Braem for the photographer Alfons De Belder, with whom he collabora ..read more

Following a hectic end to the year with back-to-back shoots, the soft launch of our new furniture brand (more on that soon) and a spell of illness, I've returned from holiday feeling refreshed and excited for the year ahead. Officially back at work next week, I'm stopping by before things ramp up again to share some news from one of my favourite Danish brands, Vipp. Launched this week, V3 is a uniquely crafted kitchen that pays homage to the brand's 85-year tradition of metalwork, while providing a fresh take on the original V1 all-metal Vipp kitchen introduced in 2011. Sharing the same overa ..read more

Nestled in the heart of Paris's 16th arrondissement, on Place Iena, Atelier MKD has recently completed a spacious 300m2 apartment for a contemporary art collector. A true aesthete, the owner's vision was to create a refined space with clean, straight lines that would provide ample room for the display of their art collection. In an effort to accentuate the art collection, Atelier MKD founder Marika Dru opted for an architectural design characterised by its understated, refined style, featuring materials in contrasting grey tones. This monochromatic approach harmoniously complement ..read more

Through a mindful collaboration, Swedish flooring specialist CHEVRON and Nineties Studio have jointly brought to life the Studio Stool. Designed by Nineties Studio and crafted from European forestry wood collected by CHEVRON, this robust stool showcases distinctive features through its visible details and unique structural elements. The construction of the white ash follows the same method used by CHEVRON - a family business run by father and sons - to craft their wooden floors. This involves a distinctive three-layer lamellar structure that ensures stability without compromising the authe ..read more

Interior lamps are one of my design obsessions due to their ability to provide both function and artistry in an interior space. Today I'm sharing two new collections from Denmark that infuse beauty, sculpture and elegance into the home.  Fritz Hansen Introduces the MS Series by Mette Schelde The Danish architect and designer Mette Schelde is behind the latest series of lamps from Fritz Hansen. Crafted in steel and comprising a floor, desk and table lamp, the MS Series is infused with Shelde's signature functionality and style. “The MS Series is function packaged in a minimalist design ..read more

Space Copenhagen, the Danish design studio, has just completed the interiors for a new hotel in Porto, Portugal. Located on the historic Largo de São Domingos, the 18-room hotel, restaurant and bar occupy five interconnected 15th, 16th and 19th century buildings that Space Copenhagen has carefully stripped back and restored to reveal, and maintain, many of its original features. The Largo is an exciting new hotel concept that playfully subverts the standard notions of luxury hospitality and is the brainchild of Annassurra, a Copenhagen based travel and hospitality group. The collection of ..read more