Cartier

At the intersection of eras and sensibilities, the Cartier residence emerges as a quiet dialogue between contrasting elements. Nestled in Oakridge, this thoughtful home harmonizes the minimalist black-and-white aesthetic favoured by contemporaries with the warm luxury of natural materials cherished by traditionalists.

Atelier Fen has created a space where light plays across carefully selected surfaces. Shimoki Manhattan oak floors spread warmth throughout the main level, while the basement reveals a darker counterpoint of black-stained natural oak. This deliberate tension speaks to the home’s dual character.

The kitchen island, clad in luminous Panda white marble, flows into the living space with sculptural poise. Here, B&B Italia’s curved forms add a playful softness to the architectural precision that defines the space. Pendant lights by Apparatus Studio create symmetry above, casting gentle illumination across textural elements below.

Throughout the residence, the materiality tells a story of time and permanence: the coolness of marble against the patina of wood, the crispness of black metal framing against the gentle drape of natural textiles. A testament to Atelier Fen’s philosophy is that each project becomes a canvas on which the essence of its inhabitants is distilled into spaces that comfort, inspire, and ultimately enhance their way of life.