Housed in a 18th century grand townhouse, in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the meticulously renovated house showcases Charles Zana sense of balance and orderliness, as well as his keen eye for mixing and matching ostensibly clashing pieces. Unfolding over two floors, plus a basement level, the revamped interiors mix traditional and contemporary elements that...
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Happy Holidays – See you in 2022
From the team at Design Addicts Platform we would like to wish you good health and happy times ahead.
Despite the year that 2021 has been, it has been an inspiring year sharing Australian and international design with you. Design Addicts Platform continues to grow beyond our wildest dreams across the globe and we would like to say, thank you to all the interior...