Pickering, located just east of Toronto in Ontario, Canada, has long been known for its suburban charm and proximity to the hustle and bustle of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). However, this once-quiet city has transformed in recent years, emerging as a new destination for luxury homes and upscale living.
Based in Desio, Italy, the design studio led by Veronica Mazziotti and Marco Vanucci created a film set for the balloon-like installation Ode to the Moon for the 29th edition of Miart, an international modern and contemporary art fair. Designed by Studio Paradisiartificiali for the fair’s ArtOnStage project, Ode to the Moon reflects on two sisters trying to arrange comforts for their mother who is far away. The installation is intended to symbolize the setting for “an intimate connection between two women.”
A colorful apartment in Warsaw’s Żoliborz district features an expressive interior by Mistovia, highlighted by clever space optimization and vibrant hues. The 36-square-meter space includes a spacious living room, functional kitchenette, small bedroom, and bathroom with a bathtub, complemented by rounded elements and a consistent color scheme throughout.
Located near Warsaw, Poland, the U-directed House by Z3Z Architekci is uniquely set on the edge of the Kampinos Forest. Designed in 2020, this home features a U-shaped layout that strategically opens to the wilderness, ensuring privacy and a seamless connection with nature.
A Bayside Entertainer is located in Hampton, Australia. Designed by Picchio Interiors, this two-level apartment embodies modern elegance and a spacious interior design, offering 800 square meters of sophisticated living. The 2023 project features warm neutrals, terrazzo bathrooms, and herringbone oak flooring.
A Bayside Entertainer provides a tranquil retreat while still being close to the action in Melbourne’s picturesque bayside suburb.
Lebanon-based design office StudioBo has completed a six-by-six-metre rooftop mini home in Beirut, creating “a space to find peace” amidst urban chaos. Designed in 2023, Pied-à-terre features a sloped sunbed room and a monolithic interior. Described as “a space to find silence”, the entirely off-grid home is powered by rooftop solar panels.
Primo Atelier designed the Palizzi 75 apartment in Napoli, Italy, to maximize its panoramic views of the gulf. Completed in 2024, the interior utilizes an open-plan layout with neutral tones and strategic furnishings to enhance the natural scenery.
Design by AD has completed a house renovation and expansion in Melbourne, Australia. Shot Tower Terrace combines Victorian-era details with modern elements, respecting the original workers’ cottage proportions. Designed in 2023, the project restores and updates the home for contemporary living.
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