Latest articles by Vivienne Ayers
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What Was Once a Dark, Disjointed Old House Is Now a Light-Filled Home Thanks to a Timeless Earthy Color SchemeThere is an understated luxury to this Grade II-listed property in the English countryside that is rooted in its nuanced palette and characterful furnishings
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'It’s a Crime to Be Boring' – Inside a Pattern-Filled Georgian Home That Dares to Be DifferentElements of surprise are found everywhere in this village house, which has spirited schemes that feel both classic and completely modern
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This London Townhouse Proves Embracing ‘Wonky’ Quirks is the Secret to a Home Full of CharacterAuthenticity was at the forefront of the renovation of this period property in London, with antiques and pieces with patina mingling to ensure an aesthetic that honors the past
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They Fell for Its 'Old Soul' – Now This New Jersey Home Is a Masterclass in Understated, Modern EleganceThe sophisticated yet understated interiors of this American home are ageless – and the classic aesthetic is interwoven with wonderful flourishes that bring unique character to every space
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Behind a Classic Victorian Facade Lies a Bold, Color-Drenched London Home Where Earth Tones and Danish Design Create Something Truly UniqueCoaxing this Victorian property into the 21st century, Tom Morris of Morrisstudio has crafted contemporary schemes where rich colors play a starring role
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At First Glance, This All-White London Pied-à-Terre Didn’t Quite 'Make Sense' – Then the Design Team Stepped in to Redefine the Layout and Add SoulIn this smart London pied-à-terre, open spaces function in a fluid way, taking on different roles for easy – and beautiful – living
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This Quietly Confident London Home Hides a Surprisingly Playful Interior – 'Everything Was So Plain, It Needed Something Unexpected'This London townhouse has the uncanny ability to feel grand one moment and thoroughly laid-back another
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Inside a Moody Alabama Farmhouse Hidden Among the Trees, Where Benjamin Moore’s Coachman’s Cape Takes Center Stage – 'We Pulled in the Colors We Were Seeing Outside'Informed by its rural setting, this American farmhouse has a nuanced aesthetic that embraces both the modern and the rustic
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Inside a Charming Cedar-Clad Sag Harbor Home That Balances Historic Features With Warm ModernismDating from 1890, this Sag Harbor cedar-clad cottage is an exquisite blend of the past and the present
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'We Made Choices That Weren’t Necessarily Trendy or of the Moment, but Could Last and Grow With Us' – See How Neutral Backdrops and Playful Pops of Color Make This Elegant London Home Both Timeless and On TrendOnce two apartments, this Georgian home in London has been brought back to its former glory, and the elegant and light-filled interiors created by the designer Christian Bense honors the past and the present
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‘We Literally Rebuilt the Whole House From the Inside Out’ – Explore a Small Dark London Mews That’s Been Given a Chic Contemporary MakeoverThe architect and designer Nancy Gouldstone utilized arched forms and rounded furnishings to ensure every inch of this Chelsea mews house is both beautiful and functional
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This Oxfordshire Home Is a Life Lesson in How to Mix Design Styles ConfidentlyThe beautifully crafted interiors of this country retreat in Oxfordshire combine all the necessary ingredients for entertaining – and relaxing
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‘Each Room Has Its Own Mood’ – Explore the Intriguing Spaces of a West London Home That Puts Color Center StageIn this Victorian home in West London, designer Peter Mikic has woven through playful shapes, standout colors, and sumptuous touches that delight and intrigue
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Step Inside Designer Sophie Garland’s Cozy Country Cottage, Beautifully Dressed for the HolidaysAs one of the rising stars in our Next in Design initiative, Sophie Garland knew exactly what to do to make this 17th-century home merry and bright
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Inside a refined Dublin home where heritage and modernity effortlessly coexistA distinguished Dublin home has been beautifully restored through a skilled use of exquisite materials, including marble, glass, and gilt
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The best of English and French style come together in this elegant yet playful family homeExplore how designer Sean Symington took this beautiful property just outside of Paris and turned it into a colorful, pattern-filled home
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The interiors of this seaside home were inspired by the extreme landscape that surrounds it – it's a lesson in how to do coastal but not clichéStep inside a coastal cottage that nods to its location, but there's not a seagull on a stick in sight
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This house is a lesson on how to design an elegant home that authentically tells the story of the people who live thereCreating a space interwoven with nods to cherished family memories was the idea behind this decor scheme, yet it still exudes plenty of sophistication
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This London villa has been sensitively revived with elegant decor that responds to the beautiful bones of the period propertyIn this graceful London home, designer Katie Harbison has created a series of exquisite spaces that feel harmonious and perfectly toe the line between classical and modern
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A Victorian family home in London receives a refreshing color injection – here's how the owners perfected the balance of form and functionHaving lived in it for 20 years, the owners of this Victorian property felt the space needed modernizing
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This bijou apartment in a Grade II listed Georgian building in London proves small scale homes can be hugely elegantStudio Squire has imbued this Belgravia pied-à-terre with a sophisticated aesthetic defined by the owners’ favorite paintings and some clever bespoke furniture
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Designer Elizabeth Hay uses endless layers of color and pattern to elevate the modest proportions of this new-build apartmentThe British interior designer is a master at reviving ordinary spaces with her distinct layered and charming look. Here's how she achieves it
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This maximalist house in the British countryside is the perfect glamourous hideaway for hosting gatherings and get togethersEntertaining is at the heart of this country house where serene spaces are juxtaposed with punchy pattern-laden schemes for a visual feast.
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Tour this cozy English countryside home set up for a season of festive gatheringsThe experts at K&H Design restored this historic manor house complete with inglenook stone fireplaces, ancient elm floors, and wood-beamed ceilings.
