A Dreamlike Haussmannian Apartment, Paris

Designed by Uchronia

In Paris's 8th arrondissement, within an elegant Haussmannian apartment overlooking Parc Monceau, history and fantasy unfold in equal measure. Built in the nineteenth century and more recently occupied as a law office, the six-bedroom residence has been transformed by Parisian design studio Uchronia for fashion designer Eli Mizrahi, founder of Mônot. What emerged is neither a restoration nor a reinvention, but something more unexpected: a home that embraces the grandeur of its architecture while delighting in colour, craftsmanship and theatricality.

Founded by Julien Sebban, Uchronia has become known for interiors that blur the boundaries between design, art and performance. Here, that instinct finds an ideal setting. Original parquet floors, ornate mouldings and soaring proportions remain intact, providing a classical framework for rooms saturated with colour and personality. Throughout the apartment, contemporary pieces sit alongside antiques and bespoke commissions, creating interiors that feel layered, playful and deeply personal.

Each room possesses its own distinct identity. A mirrored dining room takes inspiration from the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles, while a rose-hued library wraps visitors in colour from floor to ceiling. Yet despite the richness of the scheme, there is a careful sense of choreography at work. Spaces flow from one another with the confidence of a well-composed narrative, each revealing a new mood while remaining connected to the apartment's historic fabric.

The primary bathroom is perhaps the most striking expression of this dialogue between tradition and imagination. Wrapped in deep green lacquer by Atelier Roma, the room feels immersive and enveloping, its reflective surfaces shifting subtly throughout the day. Against this richly saturated backdrop sits Drummonds' Tamar bath in polished iron, its mirror-like finish lending weight and presence to the space. Sculptural yet restrained, it anchors the scheme with a sense of permanence, providing a quiet counterpoint to the theatricality unfolding around it.

Alongside the bath, the Mull Bath & Shower Mixer introduces another layer of material richness. Crafted in unlacquered brass, its warm golden tones sit beautifully against the cooler green palette, while the living finish promises to develop character over time. As the brass gently patinates, it will become ever more entwined with the story of the apartment - a fitting detail within a home that celebrates individuality and craftsmanship
at every turn.

A bespoke vanity crafted from Verde Alpi marble continues the room's monochromatic language. The stone's dramatic veining echoes the depth of the lacquered walls, creating a room that feels almost jewel-like in its intensity. A seventeenth-century Flemish tapestry introduces age and softness, balancing the polished surfaces with something more tactile and timeworn.

What is particularly compelling is the way the bathroom rejects the notion that practicality and decoration must exist separately. Here, bathing becomes part of the wider experience of the home. The polished iron Tamar is treated not simply as a functional object but as a sculptural presence - a piece whose craftsmanship and considered proportions allow it to hold its own amidst such expressive surroundings.

This approach echoes the wider philosophy of the project. Almost every element was conceived specifically for the apartment, resulting in interiors that feel deeply connected to both place and client. Yet for all its boldness, the design never loses sight of comfort. Rich colours, tactile materials and carefully considered craftsmanship combine to create spaces that feel as inviting as they are memorable.

The result is a home that captures the enduring appeal of Parisian architecture while embracing a distinctly contemporary sense of freedom - a Haussmannian home seen through a more dreamlike lens.

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