Spaces: David Gill Residence: London

This nineteenth century industrial building in London's Vauxhall district was originally home to a handbag factory, then a photo studio, and then a workshop for Tom Dixon. It is now the home of renowned contemporary art gallerist (and former 20th Century French design specialist) David Gill.

Featuring white walls, iron beams, large windows, and concrete flooring, David Gill's home is in essence an extension of his gallery,  housing an exceptional collection of art and design. A table and chairs by Charlotte Perriand is in the dining room, with porcelain sculptures are by Barnaby Barford.  In the background on the wall is a large work by Christopher Wool, which compliments the large Virgin Mary sculpture in the foreground by Kendell Geers. In the living room is a 1930s Art Deco sofa in purple velvet by Eugène Printz. The painting is by Chantal Joffe. The glass and gold leaf coffee table is by Yves Klein. In the master bedroom is a work by Francesco Clemente, and the two nightstands are 1940s T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings. The table lamps are by Garouste and Bonetti. Anchored in the kitchen is a beautifully sculptural 2-arm wall light by Serge Mouille.

Via an article by Ana Cardinale for ED.

Photos by Ricardo Labougle.

Spaces: Jigsaw Residence: David Jameson Architect

From David Jameson Architects:

Recycling a single story suburban house located on a busy corner site, Jigsaw introverts itself in a continous spatial flow around an open air courtyard carved from the home’s remains. Fundamental to the conception of the house is the notion of reflectivity, rendering unclear the boundaries between inside and outsite. Light and space are modulated by meshing ribbons of wall and glass that form a tessellation of solid and void. The conditioning of these internal and external walls is identical. Planes of stucco exterior walls transform into plaster interior walls while passing through glass. Clerestory glazing and window constructs are carefully sited to afford privacy to the occupants while framing and extending views through the site.

Complimenting the interior is a fine collection of 20th Century modernism, including a leather Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and ottoman, Poul Kjaerholm sofas, lounge chairs, and coffee tables; a Florence Knoll marble dining table surrounded by six cane and teak Hans Wegner Round Chairs, and a full Richard Schultz outdoor furniture suite in the courtyard.

Photos by Paul Warchol. Via contemporist.

Spaces: C/Z House: SAMI arquitectos: Pico Island, Portugal

In the midst of a picturesque island retreat, is this bold and graphic retreat by Inês Vieira da Silva and Miguel Vieira of SAMI arquitectos. Tempering the starkness of the home's monochromatic backdrop is an impressive collection of iconic mid-century modernism in warm woods and organic forms. Works include classics by Yngve Ekström, Hans Wegner, Alvar Aalto, and Arne Jacobsen.

This house aims to overlook the various views which can be seen from the highest point of the land.


Starting from a set of separate volumes and following the adaptation of the traditional architecture to the terrain, the resulting area between the four volumes was designed as a living space, the walls of which are a continuation of the exterior façades and where only glass separates the exterior from the interior space of the home.


Depending on the prevailing wind or the desired view, the house can open out on various landscapes and its connection and permeability with the exterior is total.

Photography is by Fernando Guerra, see the full feature at Dezeen.

Spaces: Azzedine Alaïa Executive Suites: Paris

One of three executive suites in Paris, designed by legendary fashion-turned-interior designer Azzedine Alaïa.

From an article by Laura Bradley:

The mark of a good designer, or in fact any creative, is a strong, recognisable signature. Azzedine Alaïa has plenty: a monochrome palette, second-skin dresses, accentuated waists, laser-cut accessories. So it seems only right that the Tunisian designer who opened his first Parisian atelier in the 1970s, now turns his hand to interior design. As well as designing and producing four collections per year, and personal orders, Alaïa has overseen the conversion of a 300 sqm loft in a traditional 17th century building located in the Rue de Moussy of Marais district of Paris, into three exclusive suites. Better still, the building is located next to his boutique, atelier, showroom, warehouse and private dwelling – guests who stay will enjoy breakfast from Alaïa's private kitchen.


The apartments feature a wealth of 20th Century modernism, including works by Jean Prouve, Charlotte Perriand, Serge Mouille, Pierre Paulin, Harry Bertoia, Osvaldo Borsani,  Kwok Hoi Chan, Arne Jacobsen, Sori Yanagi, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva and Gianfranco Frattini.

Photos by Alexandre & Emilie, personaproduction.


Via AnOther, Yatzer, and Charlie & Lee.