I was recently in Rome with my best friends when we visited an amazing vintage market. Right at the entrance I spotted a set of vintage folding chairs — plexiglass and aluminium, instantly familiar. These were the chairs of my childhood, the ones that came out for family gatherings and Thanksgiving dinners, their appearance signalling that a party was happening. I had to know more. The Plia Folding and Stacking Chair was designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1967 for Bologna manuf

In my mind, the most beautiful architecture and interiors respond to their surroundings rather than impose on them. Every site is unique, and I love seeing that uniqueness reflected in the design — the way a building might lean into its landscape, borrow its palette, or work with what was already there. One of my favourite examples of this harmony is the incorporation of trees directly into the design itself. Historically this came naturally — humans worked with nature when b

In the summer of 1929, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed a chair for a king. Not metaphorically — but for an actual king. Alfonso XIII of Spain was to attend the opening of the German Pavilion at the Barcelona International Exposition, and protocol required a throne-like seat worthy of royalty. Mies, then director of the Bauhaus and already one of the most ambitious modern architects in Europe, designed something that looked nothing like a throne and everything like the futur

Sometimes you just feel at peace in a space . . . this rustic yet refined masia in central Catalonia, Spain was welcoming from the first moment. We stayed here for a weekend with friends and upon entering the old iron gates I knew I was in for some gorgeous design. The combination of natural materials, clean silhouettes, neutral color tones and lots of textures created a beautiful balance. Furniture was kept minimal but comfortable and accents of black metals grounded the int

While I love modern spaces and innovative materials, there is something so grounding and beautiful about old homes. It's a sense of calm and balance that’s hard to define but immediately felt. After a decade living in shiny, new Singapore, I am now in Barcelona and I marvel everyday at the facades, streets and homes with history. So I asked myself, why? Proportion Over Perfection Older homes were guided by proportion rather than perfection. Rooms were shaped with human scale

As we head into the last weeks of 2025, I am dreaming of spaces filled with natural light, serene hues and natural materials. I love how these simple interiors allow the beauty of the outdoors to shine too! Wishing you all a beautiful and peaceful end to the year! Maybe its just the holiday rush but I am currently dreaming of adding a mediation nook to our house in the mountains...

I love modern spaces but also crave the warmth and comfort of organic textures. Using natural materials brings the outside in while still allowing for clean lines. Wood paneling is of course traditionally used on the floor, but wrapping the walls or ceiling is a beautiful way to add warmth without clutter. tip one: keep the wood light to prevent it feeling heavy or old fashioned tip two: be careful with placement of recessed lighting and smoke detectors as they can really sta

After a busy summer, back to school and cool fall weather always makes me think of cozy, book filled spaces. There’s something about autumn that invites stillness. Here are few warm nooks and historic spaces which are inspiring me today . . . images via

Year ago we took a family trip biking through Puglia, Italy and I was captivated by these traditional stone dwellings. Trulli are unique...

Just returned from a girls reunion in Paris .... one of the best moments was walking home glimpsing all the Parisian windows lit up and...

Currently working on designing some built in bunks for a cozy ski chalet. I love how welcoming and also space efficient these rooms can...