Home Journal

As summer falls upon us, and the hotter weather arrives, so does a renewed sense of hope and happiness as we hit the beaches and revel in the joy of parties and festivals. The season puts us on a quest to restore the harmony between work and play, solitude and connection, introspection and outward exploration; and this theme – the pursuit of balance – has been a common thread for the inspiring homes featured in this issue. In Happy Valley, Samantha Soo, of Studiossoo, creates a convivial haven for a young couple that’s perfect for both rest and gatherings. Such equilibrium has been achieved through an intriguing interplay between minimalistic furniture and heavy brass fixtures, imbuing the 1,500 square foot apartment with an equal parts classic and modern look. In…

FENDI FLAIR Unveiled at Milan Design Week, FENDI Casa’s latest collection puts leather front and centre, combined with an enticing palette of tobacco, beige, greys and pinks as homage to FENDI’s decades-old heritage and mastery. Highlights include the flurry, plush Peekasit sofa covered in fabric or soft sheepskin; the Blown modular system inspired by the concept of the brand’s celebrated Pequin pattern; and the Ondina outdoor deckchair that gives your patio a touch of laid-back luxe. fendicasa.com MAGIC OF MUGHAL British wallcovering house de Gournay delves deep into the Mughal culture with a new collection based on Mughal paintings – a form of Indian court art evolved from the Persian school of miniature painting. Inspired substantially by the Mewar School of Painting in Rajasthan in the 17th and 18th centuries,…

Happiness can be simple: all you need is a relaxing alcove to immerse yourself in every now and then. No matter whether you’re living by yourself, with your parents, or your in-laws, it’s always recommended to have a lounge-y nook where you can unwind with a glass of whiskey after a long day, or lose yourself in a good book on the weekend. Picking the right lounge chair is the starting point for pulling together such a cocoon. Opt for the plush Sesann armchair by Tacchini, which offers you that warm embrace to sink your mind into, while doubling as an accent piece. Pair it with the Backdrop Sideboard by Bonaldo, along with the Flos Taccia Lamp to add a timeless mystique. Blend a moody palette of earthy hues with…

Asense of happiness can sometimes seem to be unreachable, but at other times it can also be close at hand. Nordic people pursue a simple, yet joyful lifestyle, and such an attitude towards life appeals to many people. One Plus Partnership has created a sales office for NOVO LAND, a residential property project, with multiple hues, exuding a sense of youthfulness and vitality. However, the story of design began with the inspiration drawn from Nordic people’s attitudes towards life. One Plus Partnership’s co-founders Ajax Law and Virginia Lung were told by developer Sun Hung Kai Properties to create a sales office with a Nordic theme. With their consistent “outside the boundaries” creative thinking, Law and Lung incorporated multiple design elements into NOVO LAND’s sales office, including the love of nature…

Located at the edge of a small historical town in the Oltradige wine growing region in South Tyrol, Northern Italy, Casa Visibilio is a 1,090 square metre house set on a 3,076 square metre elongated promontory plot that looks out to panoramic views of the valley, fields, vineyards, and apple orchards. Designed by Sandy Attia and Matteo Scagnol, of Italian architecture studio MoDusArchitects, the house calibrates a gradient of different relationships with the surrounding context; at times capturing breathtaking long views outwards, and at other times, forming intimate indoor-outdoor living spaces. Its owners are a couple with two children who wanted a home that included a dwelling for visiting family members, and one that would be able to accommodate multiple generations over time. It was also important their home reflected their…

Parisian interior designer Sandra Benhamou designed the interiors of this renovated heritage apartment in Paris as a gorgeous marriage between historic and modern. Located on the fifth floor of a Haussmannian building near Place Charles de Gaulle in Paris, the 3,014 square foot, single-level, three-bedroom apartment, is the home of a couple who work in the jewellery business, and their two daughters. The family recently returned to Paris after living in New York for two decades and were looking to set up a sophisticated family home that exuded subtle luxury, and had a calming and welcoming atmosphere. They hired Benhamou, whose signature style is unmistakable, to help them achieve their goal. A Parisian interior designer with Italian-Tunisian origins, Benhamou’s preference is for natural materials such as elm, linen, and travertine, though…