Best Interior Design Private Residence, South of France

Location: Provençe, France
Category: Residential, Luxury Family Home

Awards: Winner European Property Awards 2018-2019 Best Interior Design Private Residence France

This project was awarded “Best Interior Design Private Residence France 2018/2019” with the European Property Awards. The requirements were quite specific. The usual safe tried and tested “London” look wasn’t going to work for this client. The project needed exclusivity and a uniqueness of character and personality, with both the client and the local area taken into account. The overall finish blended harmoniously, providing a comfortable luxurious family home, to be enjoyed in private in a climate hot during the summer months and chilly during winter. 

Our award-winning luxury family home project in the South of France brought new life to this stunning 4-bedroom villa and 2-bedroom pool house. Originally built with the region’s warm, honey-toned stone, the property lacked interior character, with outdated furnishings and uninspired décor. You can see the before pictures of the property here. The brief was clear: to create a light, airy space infused with the colours of Provence, blending comfort and sophistication.

Collaborating closely with the client, we transformed the home into a luxurious sanctuary for family and friends. Spacious open-plan areas cater to social gatherings, while serene, intimate corners offer peaceful retreats. Outside, we redesigned the patio and pool area to emphasize relaxation and style. The home is laid out on the ground floor only, surrounded by a super-size swimming pool and large areas of mature gardens, including olive trees and tall palms.

What began as a simple quest for a pair of bedside tables quickly evolved into one of our most transformative projects. Our client, who had initially intended to manage the renovation of his villa in France himself, found himself overwhelmed by the complexity. He had purchased the villa and envisioned it as his peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, but attempting to manage the whole project himself he ended up feeling like he was drowning. That’s where we stepped in. After a brief visit to our London showroom, he realised we could handle the entire interior design process, from sourcing to creating bespoke furniture to full project management. Taking the headaches away, and turning what had become a loathsome project into an enjoyable process.

We took on the challenge, transforming the villa into an airy, elegant retreat that captures the essence of Provençe. Open, social spaces blend seamlessly with intimate nooks, while luxurious bedrooms and a serene pool house provide the perfect sanctuary. What was once a modest project grew into an award-winning luxury family home that’s now a beloved escape from the everyday hustle.

Winner European Property Awards 2018-2019 Best Interior Design Private Residence France - Luxury Family Home, exquisite villa in the south of France, with grand stairs leading down to a large pool.
Several modern poolside lounge chairs with white cushions and large white umbrellas are arranged in a row next to a clear blue swimming pool. The backdrop includes lush greenery, tall trees, and distant mountains under a clear sky.
A modern outdoor seating area with a large white parasol covering gray and white modular sofas. Set on a spacious patio overlooking lush greenery, trees, and distant hills, it exudes a serene and luxurious ambiance.
A light grey, tufted loveseat with metallic lilac cushions sits in front of a stone wall, adding personality to the décor. Two sculptural metal figures stand next to sculpted metallic side tables. Above the loveseat is a wall sconce with a light blue shade alongside a modern lamp on the side table.
Modern living room with stone accent wall. Silver velvet sofas face a mirrored coffee table, adorned with decorative items. Open archways lead to a dining area with plush purple chairs and pendant lighting. The space is subtly lit with a sophisticated ambiance.
A modern living room with contemporary decor features stylish furniture, including a gray couch and purple chairs. Unique gold and black table lamps adorn an elegant table. A large wall mirror and decorative art pieces enhance the space's sophisticated ambiance.
A modern living room with light beige walls, a comfortable sofa adorned with plush pillows, two mirrored wall accents, a floor lamp, and a marble coffee table. The room also features a built-in fireplace and decorative niche, creating a cozy yet elegant atmosphere.
Modern indoor setting with a sleek black chair featuring a unique metallic backrest design, positioned near a large mirror with a patterned frame. A floor lamp stands beside the chair. A patterned archway leads to a cozy living room with gray seating and curtains.
Split image: left side shows a beige sofa with various colored cushions under two hanging lamps and mirrors; right side displays a modern entryway with a reflective console table topped with two black-shaded gold lamps and decorative items.
Modern bedroom with a stone accent wall, luxurious bedding, and metallic accents. A large bed with plush pillows and blankets is in the center, with a sleek dark bedside lamp on a metallic side table. Elegant pendant lights hang from the ceiling above the bed.
A cozy bedroom with a stone accent wall and two bedside tables featuring black lamps. The bed is adorned with beige linens and pillows. The walls are light-colored, and floor-length grey curtains frame the windows. A light gray rug covers the floor.
A modern bathroom features a large mirror with a gold frame above a double sink vanity unit. The vanity has a sleek, mirrored facade and is flanked by dark towels. To the right is a glass-enclosed shower. The space has tile flooring and walls with a mix of patterns.
A modern bathroom with a sleek design showcases best interior design elements, featuring a rectangular mirror above a white sink and glossy vanity. To the right, a second view reveals similar elegance in this private residence with chic lighting, decorative handles, and minimalistic decor.
A split image. On the left, a modern kitchen with stone walls opens to a bright room behind a flowing white curtain. On the right, a cozy area with a couch, lamp, and stone archway is visible through a doorway under a stepped entrance with stone walls.
The image shows two views of a modern, stylish interior. The left view features a round mirror above an art deco console table with a sculptural base and a black lamp. The right view shows a hallway with a tall, ornate floor lamp, leading into a bedroom with a stone wall.
A cozy bedroom features a plush bed next to a wooden nightstand with an elegant lamp. A white door is slightly ajar. The adjoining room has tall gray curtains, a large wall mirror, and a comfortable seating area with cushions, all under a wooden-beam ceiling.
A rustic house with a tiled roof and stone walls, partially obscured by lush green trees and bushes. The front door is slightly open, revealing a glimpse inside. The setting is bright and sunny, highlighting the textures and colors of the building and vegetation.

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