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The neutral backdrop of plywood and dove grey carpet is contrasted with bright red feature furniture pieces and potted plants.

“I believe in simplicity and natural materials,” says Steph. “In our home, what really pops is our things: our furniture, art, and books. And in my [Tiny Grocer] store in the same way what really pops is our products.

One of the bedrooms gets lots of California sun, and access to a small patio outside.

In another bathroom, a polka dot wallpaper print creates a playful atmosphere while the dark-toned vanity adds a more serious contrast.

A small sitting area is set beside the dining area, as a casual spot for coffee or dessert.

Clasen says that the proliferation of typography in her home reflects her style, and can often be found in her projects.

Clasen kept the layout as is, and refreshed the room with coats of white paint that brightened the space and unified the overhead wood accents. Midcentury-inspired furnishings coordinate with the history.

Paul-Louis and Elena selected their own furniture and accessories—totalling €6.6K—from various sources including beloved French home decor store Caravane.

The entire kitchen was moved from its previous poky nook into the former dining area. Countertops totalled €6.6K, while fixtures (together with those in the bathroom) came to €11K.

Updates to the backyard included areas for lounge and play.

A new central landing on the upper level offers a launch pad for the family to gather, then separate to their respective rooms.

Mike and Jewlsy designed the furniture both to fit into the apartment and to work in any future home they may have. The sofa, for example, is designed to work as a corner sofa in its current location, but could also be split into two pieces in a different context.

The reading nook is surrounded by storage designed to accommodate specific items. The tall cupboard, for example, houses an ironing board and ladder. "The shapes are not just arbitrary,

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"We have two jungle balconies with a little pond of fish,

Mint green-painted ironwork and tiles connect the indoors to the outside more fluidly.

Cement pigmented with minerals and cedar doors and details update the bedrooms with a "ludic minimalist