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Collection by Heather Corcoran

Simplicity Squared: Two Simple Boxes Make Up This Stripped-Down Home in an Israeli Artists' Village

In the arty enclave of Ein Hod, Israel, young interior design firm En Studio creates a serene space that's pared down to the essentials.

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Furnishings were chosen from SAGA TLV, a gallery that serves as a "hothouse" for Israeli art and design. Architectural lighting was carefully arranged to spotlight future additions to the residents' art collection.
Furnishings were chosen from SAGA TLV, a gallery that serves as a "hothouse" for Israeli art and design. Architectural lighting was carefully arranged to spotlight future additions to the residents' art collection.
Natural oak and stone are used throughout the house to enhance the soothing atmosphere. In the bathroom, wood shleves are built in, providing a perch for succulents. The floor is covered in 20-centimeter-by-20-centimeter painted tiles.
Natural oak and stone are used throughout the house to enhance the soothing atmosphere. In the bathroom, wood shleves are built in, providing a perch for succulents. The floor is covered in 20-centimeter-by-20-centimeter painted tiles.
To save money on the renovation, the designers repurposed the homeowners' original furniture. The dining table was sandblasted for a new look.
To save money on the renovation, the designers repurposed the homeowners' original furniture. The dining table was sandblasted for a new look.
The kitchen continues the theme of warm colors and natural oak, with an accent of cool blue on the window. Gray is used throughout the house to give the house a modern take on country living. The cabinets are natural oak with a matte varnish finish, the handles are integral aluminum, and the work surface is Caesarstone.
The kitchen continues the theme of warm colors and natural oak, with an accent of cool blue on the window. Gray is used throughout the house to give the house a modern take on country living. The cabinets are natural oak with a matte varnish finish, the handles are integral aluminum, and the work surface is Caesarstone.