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Karine Monié

Born and raised in France where she graduated with a master’s degree from La Sorbonne University, Karine Monié is a trilingual journalist and content creator. She lived in Mexico for a few years before moving to the United States where she is currently based. Karine contributes to international design, architecture, and fashion publications including Interior Design in the U.S.; Architectural Digest in Mexico, Latin America and Spain; ELLE Decoration UK; MilK Decoration in France; Design Anthology Asia and Australia; and Vogue Arabia; among many others.

CLB Architects Creates Timeless Design for Spectacular Utah Ski House

Karine Monié March 22, 2023
CLB Architects has designed a luxurious ski-in/ski-out house in Park City, Utah, where bespoke and luxury meet. The 18,000-square-foot home in The Colony at White Pine Canyon offers direct access to the slopes via ski, snowmobile or mountain bike. The design of the house knits the architecture into the site in a layered and timeless way that slowly reveals the elevated design.

The Intersection of Modernism & Wabi-Sabi: John Lum’s Unique Redesign

Karine Monié March 8, 2023
John Lum Architecture faced a significant challenge when tasked with the complete redesign of a midcentury modern-style home in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Heights. The team completely reimagined the space, incorporating Japanese aesthetics and midcentury architecture to create a cohesive design that reflected the owner’s eclectic taste.

2635 Hargrave Drive: Minarc’s Latest Eco-Friendly Creation in Hollywood Hills

Karine Monié March 8, 2023
Minarc Architects, a renowned Santa Monica-based design studio known for its environmentally conscious approach, has designed a new construction at 2635 Hargrave Drive in the Hollywood Hills region. The four-bedroom, four-bath house is located in a private area owned by celebrities and features three indoor floors and a rooftop with stunning panoramic views.

Medium Plenty: The Transformation of a 1920s Spanish Revival Home

Karine Monié March 8, 2023
A family of four in Northern California has given their 1920s-era Spanish Revival home a new lease of life with a renovation that prioritizes family and fun. Regan Baker Design, Medium Plenty, and Terremoto all contributed to the project, which aimed to reflect the owners’ eclectic interests and personalities while also maximizing the potential of the location.

A Japanese Sukiya-Style Home at 5732 Capeswood Drive

Karine Monié February 23, 2023
The home at 5732 Capeswood Drive is a stunning example of Japanese Sukiya architecture, designed for harmony between indoor and outdoor spaces featuring bonsai trees, an open floor plan with natural light, skylights, and French doors.

1 W Century Drive #36A: Above It All

Karine Monié February 22, 2023
1 W Century Drive #36A a luxurious penthouse located in The Century, a full-service building with exceptional amenities featuring ample outdoor spaces and glass walls create an indoor-outdoor feel that gives the feeling of being on top of the world.

Steve McQueen’s Former Bluff House: 31516 Victoria Point

Karine Monié February 22, 2023
31516 Victoria Point a 4-bedroom, 5-bath property with exceptional views was owned by Steve McQueen and has been transformed to blend indoor and outdoor living. It features expansive decks, a private staircase leading to miles of shoreline, and a cozy primary suite on the upper floor with a fireplace and spa-like en suite.

Stephanie Brown: Casual Elegance in Canada

Karine Monié February 22, 2023
This Vancouver house originally had a postmodern aesthetic but underwent a renovation to reflect a refined yet fresh look with a craftsman feel. Led by Stephanie Brown, the interior design features an open-concept layout, the design draws inspiration from New York and European apartments, featuring unique collections of art, furnishings, and decor against elegant details.

The Architect’s Own Home: Oshir Asaban Creates a Personal Haven in Tel Aviv

Karine Monié February 8, 2023
Architect Oshir Asaban designed his own personal penthouse in Tel Aviv, Israel, taking advantage of the chance to showcase his creative abilities without having to adapt to a client’s specific needs. The architect custom designed several midcentury-style features with a contemporary twist and incorporated neutral tones with black accents, brass details, and colorful artworks and textiles.

How a Napkin Sketch Became a Masterpiece by PlaidFox

Karine Monié February 8, 2023
Interior designer and creative director of PlaidFox, Ben Leavitt, took nearly two years to complete and was design this 8,000-square-foot home located outside of downtown Vancouver drawing inspiration from cities such as Montreal and Vancouver, as well as Scandinavian design.

11870 Ellice Street: In Pursuit of Perfection

Karine Monié February 8, 2023
11870 Ellice is a large single-family home in Malibu that boasts 16,614 square feet of living space, six bedrooms, and ten bathrooms. The home is influenced by ancient civilizations and incorporates feng shui, with the name “Kaizen” meaning “the pursuit of perfection” in Japanese.

LaRue Architects U-shaped Home in Lake Austin

Karine Monié January 25, 2023
LaRue Architects designed a house that takes advantage of the stunning panorama of the Lake Austin in a U-shaped layout to preserve the existing vegetation between two huge heritage oak trees and the views are framed perfectly.