DESIGN HERITAGE IN HARMONY
MOSCOW, RUSSIA
In the historic heart of Moscow, overlooking the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, an apartment appears as a reinterpretation of Parisian charm viewed through a contemporary lens. It has been imagined in the signature style of visionary Saint Petersburg designer Tim Veresnovsky, who has transformed a modern residence into a refined universe of stucco work, Versailles parquet and bespoke detailing — a limitless personal project, custom-built for a cosmopolitan collector.
Referencing, rather than replicating, the French style, Veresnovsky’s vision begins with a neutral space, within which he fuses classical codes with modern elements, creating a new visual language. Mouldings run delicately across the walls and furnishings are thoughtfully curated, while soft tones and tactile surfaces cultivate a welcoming atmosphere. A balance is struck between historic memory and contemporary sensibility — between art and function — between Moscow and Paris.
Crafted from a pared-back palette of just two materials — vintage stainless steel and marble that extends from floor to ceiling — the Arclinea Italia kitchen unfolds along the walls of a cubic space that sits apart from the living area. The checkerboard flooring gifts the room a bold graphic identity, enriching its minimalist character. At the threshold, Versailles parquet and classical ornamentation meet the kitchen’s sharp lines and industrial materials, creating a sophisticated layering of styles where historic elements and contemporary design merge in a measured yet surprising harmony.
“The kitchen is like an autonomous volume: minimal, rigorous, yet able to reflect everything around it. It is where different eras brush against each other without ever blending.”
Each detail tells a story of considered curation. Veresnovsky collaborates with Russian, Georgian and Turkish artisans, handpicking rare artworks and objects from across the globe. In the guest bedroom, duck-egg blue pairs with the ochre tones of a large canvas by Sergey Khrabrovsky. Holistically, the project is defined by bold juxtapositions and personal vision. More than an apartment, this home is a manifesto of style, thought and creative freedom.
“I didn’t want to copy classical Haussmann style. I wanted to evoke it. Blending it with contemporary elements to create my own sense of balance.”
