South African-Inspired Retreat in Sitges
Interior Design & Full Refurbishment
A warm and refined home for family life
In the coastal village of Sitges, this vibrant second home was created for a London-based family of five who wanted a space that felt warm, relaxed and deeply considered. With roots in Sri Lanka and London, and lasting memories of their years spent in Cape Town, they were drawn to homes that feel generous, natural and alive.
Working closely with the family, we reimagined the apartment as a lighter, calmer retreat shaped by quiet luxury and subtle references to South African living. The result is a home that feels easier to live in, richer in atmosphere and more connected to the rhythms of family life.
DESIGN MOMENTS
A home made for gathering
The apartment was reworked to feel open, sociable and easy to live in, with the kitchen, dining and living areas flowing together as one generous family space. The layout now supports entertaining, everyday life and the natural movement of a busy household.
Warmth underfoot
The original glossy floors were replaced with a brushed wood-look vinyl collection that immediately softened the apartment. The new surface brings warmth and calm to the house, creating a more grounded atmosphere from the moment you enter.
A kitchen with character
The kitchen became the anchor of the home, with straight-line walnut doors, a concealed hood and a Calacatta Gold porcelain worktop. A breakfast nook finished with patterned wallpaper adds a more personal, playful note that keeps the room feeling warm rather than overly minimal.
A larger sense of space
Walls, ceilings, doors and frames were colour-drenched in a single tonal palette to make the apartment feel taller, calmer and more cohesive. Floor-to-ceiling wave curtains complete the effect, softening the room while adding movement and quiet elegance.
Order with beauty
The wardrobes were completely redesigned inside and out, with mid-century inspired walnut doors, creamy interiors and integrated LED lighting. Across the home, bespoke joinery brought more elegance, more storage and a stronger architectural identity.
The principal retreat
The principal bedroom was transformed into a serene, slightly exotic retreat, centred around a bespoke earthy ochre headboard and layered with warm lighting. Hand-painted silks already owned by the clients were custom framed, bringing memory, richness and a deeply personal layer to the room.
Bathrooms and bedrooms with personality
The bathrooms were reworked to feel spacious, functional and refined, while the three bedrooms were upgraded with new wardrobes, bespoke headboards, ceiling fans and wall lamps. Each room was personalised through shape, fabric and the children’s own artwork, custom framed to celebrate individuality with elegance and ease.
INSPIRING
PROJECTS
An attic designed for real holiday life
The attic became a generous games room with theatrical atmosphere for football nights and family downtime, alongside a quieter workspace by the window. It reflects the kind of flexible, multi-use living many international families are looking for in a second home.
Jimena is a total gem. She helped us renovate our four bedroom apartment and managed the whole process so seamlessly, we could actually relax and feel confident that it would all work out well even though we are based in London.
An attic designed for real holiday life
The attic became a generous games room with theatrical atmosphere for football nights and family downtime, alongside a quieter workspace by the window. It reflects the kind of flexible, multi-use living many international families are looking for in a second home.
We love our space now and its such a pleasure to be able to enjoy it with family and friends for years to come.— Radha & Paul, London family of five
Planning your family home in Sitges?
If you are looking for a home that feels warm, resolved and ready to enjoy from the moment you arrive, we would be delighted to help shape it with you.