A Vacation Home Away from Home

A New Jerusalem Apartment Transformed into a Luxurious Vacation Home for Unforgettable Family Gatherings

An American family with four children purchased an apartment in the prestigious Talbiya neighborhood of Jerusalem. They aimed to transform it into a vacation home capable of hosting many guests for family gatherings and holiday celebrations. Due to the distance, the entire process was managed remotely, ensuring every detail was perfect, down to furnishings and even linens and utensils.

Seeking timeless luxury, the design process utilized the finest materials and craftsmen in Israel: natural marble and custom-cut stone, custom carpentry, designer lighting fixtures, and unique materials like resin, selected to provide the bathrooms with a sleek and pristine aesthetic.

At the heart of the 165m² apartment lies a spacious and inviting 60m² public area, thoughtfully designed to be the focal point of family gatherings. This open-concept space seamlessly integrates the living room, kitchen, dining area, and a generously sized guest bathroom. To maintain the flow and emphasize the communal nature of the space, zero-line doors were installed for all rooms, effectively blending entryways into the background.

The kitchen was equipped to handle large events with ease. A 4-meter island serves as both a functional workspace and a gathering spot for casual conversations, while a Sub-Zero refrigerator and a large wine fridge ensure ample storage for fresh ingredients and beverages.

Capitalizing on the apartment’s prime location overlooking a beautiful grove, the design incorporated floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the home. This not only floods the space with natural light but also creates a stunning visual connection with the surrounding nature, beginning right from the entryway. The lighting design was meticulously planned to create the perfect harmony between natural and artificial light, enhancing the overall ambiance and adapting to different times of day and occasions.

The result is a vacation home that strikes the perfect balance between welcoming comfort and classic luxury. It’s a space that instantly puts guests at ease while simultaneously impressing with its refined design and attention to detail. Most importantly, it’s a home away from home that makes the most of its beautiful surroundings, providing the ideal backdrop for creating lasting memories with family and friends.