I love all things vintage, but I think it's important to always have a balance in your design. I love the concept of blending old with the new; wether it is vintage furniture, an original exposed brick wall, or original hardwood floors refinished to reveal their beauty. My whole house is filled with vintage items I have either refinished, repurposed or kept the way they are for their unique charm.
This 300-year old home in Israel was renovated but has kept it's character. The home-owners wanted the designer to maintain the old-world feel of the home. With the preserved stone archways and minimalistic, modern furniture Pitsou Kedem Architects have achieved a wonderfully balanced space.
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The concept of "Framing Nature" struck me as something very important. Growing up in Hawaii and now living on the California coast for five years makes you become very appreciative of nature around you and views. You never want to obstruct a beautiful view or take away from your natural surroundings. I believe successful architecture and design works with the nature around us to create beautiful spaces.
In the photo below I love how the architect caters to the view in every aspect. The neutral color palette blends in with the foreground and doesn't distract you from the vast open nature in the background.
Don't you just want to cozy up with a book here? The nature outside this room is what makes the space interesting, you don't need much with a view like this.
