Villa Èlan
Where warmth lives in every detail
CANNES, FRANCE
AUGUST 2024
CONCEPT
RESIDENTIAL
Nestled within manicured greenery, Villa Élan is a concept residence crafted to evoke a deep sense of home. Unlike brighter white-heavy schemes, this design leans into golden beiges, moody neutrals, and rich, comforting tones that feel timeless yet personal. Every space was imagined not only for visual elegance but to reflect a deeper emotional warmth where classical detailing meets a palette designed for everyday serenity. The result is a residence that feels lived-in from the moment you step through its colonnaded entrance.
Moving into the dining and kitchen area, the palette continues: warm metallics, high-polished floors, and thoughtful floral styling. The formal dining zone feels refined yet never stiff, while the kitchen’s black and cream contrast adds depth without harshness. A marble island with gold stools bridges function and form a space equally suited for hosting or quiet moments at home.
The living room sets the tone with its natural sunlight, sculpted ceiling, and plush furnishings arranged around a central coffee table of dark timber. The arched windows frame the golden hour glow, enriching the creamy textures and velvet cushions. It’s a space built for long conversations, reading by soft daylight, or simply enjoying the rhythm of the home’s gentle atmosphere.
The staircase is more than a vertical connection; it’s the architectural soul of the house. Designed in flowing curves with soft lighting and organic floral arrangements, it provides a pause between zones. Its base forms a quiet sitting area, a moment of stillness between the public and private realms of the home.
In the back garden, the mood becomes serene and elegant. The pool glows as dusk settles, reflecting the soft architectural lights from the surrounding colonnades. Lounge chairs, layered planting, and considered lighting create a resort-like ambience, without losing the calm intimacy that defines the project.
The private rooms bedroom, bathroom, and walk-in wardrobe are where the coziness culminates. Custom cabinetry in soft tones, natural light filtered through arched windows, and subtle accent lighting make these spaces feel like personal sanctuaries. The material continuity and sensory consistency stone, brass, velvet, and soft florals make every corner feel like an extension of the home’s essence: comfort, mood and warmth.
