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Inspired by the opulence of Versailles and the 1930s, the grandness of this Parisian apartment is offset by striking contemporary gestures and a touch of DIY

Functional but with more than a touch of luxe, this updated Sixties home offers just the space and flow one family needs for themselves and their treasured collections of art, accessories and furniture

French design duo Gilles & Boissier have channelled their shared vision into a home that is as personal as it is quietly profound

Shrouded in trees, this sprawling LA home has an aesthetic that is peaceful, pared back and with plenty to delight, creating a sense of sanctuary both inside and out

With its interplay of light and shade and a focus on hand-honed natural materials, the redesign of this London townhouse by Pernille Lind is endlessly evocative

A distinguished Grade II-listed home in Dublin has been beautifully restored through a skilled use of exquisite materials, including marble, glass and gilt