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The Homes That Inspired Us In 2025

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The Homes That Inspired Us In 2025

December 29, 2025

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2025 was a year of incredible interiors. From the sun-soaked Hollywood Hills to the rolling landscapes of the Cotswolds, we explored dozens of homes where design, craftsmanship, and atmosphere were curated to absolute perfection. Keep reading to see the five standout spaces that inspired us most this year—and reemphasized the power of truly soulful design.

A modern dining room with a dark wooden table, red chairs, tall candlesticks, minimalist decor, and art on white walls, including a large textured painting and three small framed photos.

The Homes That Inspired Us In 2025

A Soul-Filled Spanish Revival

In the heart of the Hollywood Hills, the design duo Broad Project restored a historic home into a modern-day haven—one where old-world fixtures and contemporary details merged perfectly.

A modern dining room with a dark wooden table, red chairs, tall candlesticks, minimalist decor, and art on white walls, including a large textured painting and three small framed photos.
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A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a large arched window letting in natural light, white lower cabinets, a wooden island with a draped cloth, and two lit candles on a side shelf. Trees are visible outside the window.

"Ultimately, our priority became how we wanted the space to feel over how we wanted it to look. We always returned to the word ‘sanctuary."

A Ranch Retreat in Santa Ynez

In her latest project, Corinne Mathern designed a Santa Ynez home with a harmonious blend of style and serenity, using the landscape as the ultimate inspiration.

a living room with a blue velvet couch and brown velvet accent chair and round metal coffee table
A cozy Santa Ynez Valley living room with a brown leather sofa, earth-toned pillows, a rustic wooden coffee table, large abstract red painting, and a modern swing-arm lamp. Light wood floors and exposed beams complete the inviting space.
a mustard velvet accent chair in front of a book shelf
A cozy living room with rustic wooden beams, a stone fireplace, modern art on the wall, neutral-toned sofas, a wooden coffee table with books and candles, and a basket beside the fireplace.

A Historic Barn in the Cotswolds

Mother-daughter design duo Berkeley Hawkes designed their first-ever project in the Cotswolds—and the result? A storied space where classical influences meet countryside charm.

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"In a landscape so steeped in history, tradition becomes a natural framework. It is not about replicating the past but allowing it to guide the present."

A cozy kitchen with a glass partition, white shelves holding dishes and teapots, a Berkeley-Hawkes red cabinet with a marble counter, and a red curtain below. An open door leads to a pantry with more shelves and glassware.
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A Serene Manhattan Beach Sanctuary

Last but not least—our very own Jenni Kayne Interiors team. They created a sunlit sanctuary in Manhattan Beach, outfitted with warm neutrals, soft textures, and minimalist finishes that make every inch feel thoroughly considered.

an office with an oak desk and black table lamp with open shelving
A bright, modern dining nook in Manhattan Beach with a round stone table, two wooden stools, built-in bench seating with tan cushions, wood floors, and large windows letting in natural light. Minimalist shelves hold a vase and plates.
a bookshelf library with two taupe shearling accent chairs