‹‹ My personal style is quite simple, but I also like
to take risks. Diego and I didn’t shy away from
colour, which I love. Before Paris, I lived in Milan
for quite a few years, and I think this also comes
through in the design.
The kitchen is one of my favourite spaces. This is
a heritage building, so it wasn’t possible to move or
take down specific walls. The kitchen is quite small
with very little light, so we decided to play on that.
Instead of painting it white, we wanted to keep
it dark and make it feel cosy. The burgundy fireplace
in the living room inspired the colour. I also think
the mirrors on the cupboard doors are such a great
design feature. They
open up the space and
reflect the colour of the
walls and marble.
The overall style we
wanted for the interior
was Art Deco. We
would go to vintage
markets together, where
we found a lot of
stunning pieces —
especially Italian and
Belgian design in places
like the Marché aux
Puces de Saint-Ouen,
a huge market with a lot
of design stores. It’s also
a great source of inspiration. One of the wonderful
things about living in Paris is that you are always
exposed to creativity.
The light feature on the wall in the living room is
a very special piece and one of my favourites.
It’s 1920s Art Deco and was originally a ceiling
light. Diego altered it so it could be placed onto the
wall as a sconce.
The 18th-century fireplaces were a big inspiration
for the colour scheme, and the walls in the living
room. Originally there was wallpaper on them, and
we ripped it off to reveal the raw texture of the
original plaster wall.
I am obsessed with the pink velvet sofa in the
living room, which Diego designed and was made
by Pierre Frey. All of the fabric in the apartment
is by Pierre Frey. I also love the wardrobe in my
bedroom, which is made from cane webbing.
Every morning when I wake up, I have to pinch
myself because I can’t believe I am in such
a beautiful apartment. I honestly love everything
about it. The moment I moved in, it felt like home. VL
diegodelgadoelias.com; lesheroines.com
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VANESSA COCCHIAROTHIS PAGE in another view of the dining
area, Diego Delgado-Elias dining table;
Consorzio Sedie Friuli wicker chairs; Niels
Otto Møller chairs upholstered by Maison
Pierre Frey; ’70s Italian mirror; artwork
by Paris-based artist Sélim Saiah.