Living in a large house is always quite difficult to create a cozy, holiday atmosphere. Holiday decorations should not be scattered among the set of furniture and walls. Most designers have a single goal simplicity is the master of any architecture.
In our case Hubert Zandberg is a South African interior designer based in London proves to us that the true master of his craft to revive the big house and make it a cozy area for a fabulous mood. “Vintage regality meets modernism, with a dash of anarchy” is how Zandberg describes his interior design style, and certainly you will love it as we did. Hubert Zandberg had a wide imagination, he was able gently make a fairy tale stealthily in every corner of the house, and Christmas items only reinforce his wonderful taste.
Designing a large home that feels both elegant and welcoming often depends on how thoughtfully each space is balanced between aesthetics and functionality. A well-composed interior does not rely on excess decoration but instead on harmony between natural light, textures, and carefully chosen architectural elements that allow rooms to breathe while still maintaining warmth. Contemporary residential design increasingly reflects this philosophy, where open layouts, calming palettes, and refined materials create an environment that feels both modern and personal.
In many thoughtfully planned homes, subtle technological integration has also become part of this evolving design language, where elements such as lighting control, climate adjustments, and smart home installations quietly support daily living without interrupting the visual character of the space. When architecture, interior styling, and technology are aligned in this way, the result is a living environment that feels intuitive and comfortable, where every room carries a sense of intention rather than clutter. The home gradually transforms into more than a physical structure; it becomes a place where design choices encourage relaxation, creativity, and meaningful moments, allowing both the grand scale of the architecture and the smallest decorative details to work together in shaping an atmosphere that feels effortlessly refined and genuinely lived in.
Christmas decorations from candles to glass decorative items are not left accidentally on the table, gorgeous wreaths and mirror round shape – had been arranged to resonate with each other. Each detail is to attract the eye by the sophistic magnetism. As Christmas has a lot of details there is no over-saturation, all are in their places. Once you are done, get inspired to decorate for the holidays, have a look at some of our past articles to help get you started, Cozy Christmas and New Year from Laura Ashley and Holiday Styling Spotlight… Elkie Brown. Enjoy and happy holidays!
