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Mansion Kanalski Lom: A Fusion of Heritage and Modernity in Croatia

A contemporary building with stone and metal facade, complementing the surrounding nature.

Mansion Kanalski Lom, designed by OFIS Arhitekti in 2023, marries traditional Croatian stone architecture with modern design elements. Located in Banj, Croatia, this house embodies a harmony between the past and present. Serving as a family home for a globally-diverse couple and their eight children, it integrates old stone structures with contemporary materials and design, creating a unique, warm, and inviting space.

The Pink House: Merging Heritage with Modern Flair

Elegant living room with colorful sofa, art pieces, and modern decor.

Step into The Pink House, where Brooke Aitken Design has masterfully transformed a heritage cottage in Neutral Bay, Australia, into an award-winning marvel.

The home’s heart, a dining room thoughtfully set below the kitchen, links the lush garden and the main house through stunning steel doors opening onto an inviting deck. Here, every detail, from the cozy banquette seating to the eclectic use of pink, reflects the client’s love for Kit Kemp and Christopher Farr textiles, creating a space that’s not just a house, but a story of style and living.

Hawthorn Gable House: Heritage Reimagined by Splinter Society

Hawthorn Gable House: Heritage Reimagined by Splinter Society

Discover the seamless melding of heritage and innovation at Hawthorn Gable House, Australia, where Splinter Society has crafted a contemporary haven for a bustling young family.

Here, the time-honored beauty of an interwar home is thoughtfully preserved while speaking a modern architectural language. This home embodies financial and environmental prudence without sacrificing functionality or aesthetic grace. It stands as a testament to a design that celebrates light and space, integrating history with a bold, contemporary outlook.

Deventon: A Contemporary Rebirth of a 1930s Arts and Crafts Home

FeaturedDeventon: A Contemporary Rebirth of a 1930s Arts and Crafts Home

In the affluent neighborhood of Toorak, Victoria, Australia, Deventon stands as a testament to the seamless blend of past and present. Originally designed by A. Mortimer McMillan in the 1930s as an Arts and Crafts style house, the property has been brilliantly reinterpreted by Jolson Architecture Interiors.

Merging the house’s intrinsic heritage charm with cutting-edge design, this masterpiece highlights the vast gardens and a state-of-the-art basement, offering amenities from a six-car garage to a wellness retreat.

Elsternwick Renovation: Keen Architecture’s Fusion of Heritage and Modern

FeaturedElsternwick Renovation: Keen Architecture’s Fusion of Heritage and Modern

In the heart of Elsternwick, Melbourne, a renowned Australian suburb known for its vintage charm, the Kritikides family’s four-bedroom house has undergone a transformative journey in 2023. Under the expert guidance of Keen Architecture, this once traditional space has blossomed into a harmonious blend of heritage and modern design. With vibrant hues, personalized touches, and an emphasis on communal spaces, the Elsternwick Renovation exemplifies how homes can be both stylish and functional.