In one of the oldest buildings on Tel Aviv’s iconic Montefiore Street—recently restored through a meticulous preservation process—lies one of the area’s most intriguing apartments. Designed by interior architect Oron Milshtein, this pied-à-terre for a Sharon-based couple is a modern interpretation of the Art Deco style, reminiscent of the grand halls where the great Gatsby once hosted lavish 1920s New York soirées. One thing’s for sure—this apartment is anything but boring.
In the Judean Foothills of Israel, designer Nirit Vax has crafted “From Frame to Fabulous: A Warm, Modern Villa” — a 330 sqm (3,550 sq ft) house designed in 2025. The property melds modernity with comfort, featuring high ceilings and open living spaces. The home is complete with three bedrooms, a private pool, and chic communal areas, designed to accommodate the clients’ three young children while incorporating a warm, inviting aesthetic ideal for family life.
Casa R23, a 220 square metre (2,368 square feet) apartment in Milan, Italy, designed by Studio Tenca & Associati exemplifies contemporary elegance. The venue is inspired by Italian glamor and features a sophisticated colour palette, custom mahogany elements, and iconic Cassina furniture, which add to its stylish decor and unique personality. The compact spaces are organized functionally, successfully balancing aesthetics with comfort.
The Como Lakehouse, designed by Gregorio Pecorelli, envelops with intense reflections and juxtaposes the old with the new within its residence in Lago di Como, Italy. The house exercises a delicate design language, intermixing serene hues and local materials within a modern interior design style that draws on historical authenticity while emphasizing the surrounding natural beauty. A small garden marks the entrance to this home, where a large magnolia tree commands attention.
The 98-square-meter apartment in São Paulo, Brazil, underwent a contemporary renovation by FJ55 Arquitetos that balances the preservation of original elements – including an exposed concrete structure with pillars, beams, and raw-finish slabs that revealed the marks of time – with the homeowners’ need for enhanced spatial flow, as the new owners look to invite their shared passions and work-related activities through an integrated design.
Renda House is a residential project located in São Sebastião, Brazil, designed in 2023 by André Luque Arquitetura. Seeking to materialize intangible elements like light and nature, this artistic residence reflects the owners’ journey and love for Brazilian folk art. The layout emphasizes comfort and modernity, featuring open living spaces and bespoke details, creating a harmonious balance with the tropical landscape and their personal history.
In the heart of Paris, nestled among the rooftops of the Bastille neighborhood, Abaco has reworked a duplex “Double” apartment, designed for a young family, and transformed its architecture into a fluid organism where every element contributes to sculpting space and guiding movement. The project operates within a tension between gravity and lightness, between geometric rigor and freedom of movement.
Nestled in Isola Albarella, Italy, the INOUT House represents a masterful creation by 3ndyStudio, designed in 2023. This architecture style blends innovation and refinement, creating a seamless experience between indoor and outdoor spaces. Reflecting a commitment to detail, the residence features a spectacular infinity pool, which complements the design while embodying a unique living experience that merges the unspoiled beauty of nature with modern, clean-lined architecture.
