A Tel Aviv Home Where Architecture and Nature Meet in Perfect Harmony

Set within a leafy area of Tel Aviv, this reimagined residence explores understated contemporary living. Designed by Pazit Winer, the home brings together generous architectural volumes, carefully selected natural materials, and an intimate connection to its surrounding garden. What was once a modest structure has been transformed into a warm, light-filled family home, where considered design and everyday functionality work comfortably alongside one another.

The brief was to create an inviting home for a family of six, with a distinctive personality, practical functionality, and an enduring sense of comfort. What emerged is a four-level residence defined by ample proportions and an impressive relationship between its interiors and the surrounding garden.

The journey to finding the property was a lengthy one. After eight years of searching for their ideal home, the owners eventually secured the house following a fortunate encounter during a neighbourhood walk. Interestingly, the property had not initially been on the market. However, once it was finally acquired, the family had a clear vision for its transformation.

That vision was sparked by an unexpected source: a clipping from a French interior design magazine. Featuring a grand living space framed by traditional black Belgian-style steel windows, the image became the starting point for the home's architectural direction.

“From the very first design meeting, one vision guided every decision: emphasising the spectacular double-height living space with full-height black aluminium windows stretching from floor to ceiling,” explains Winer.

Instead of replicating the original reference, the designer refined the concept, reducing the number of window sections to create a cleaner, uninterrupted view of the greenery beyond. The result is a striking glazed exterior that draws natural light deep into the home while making the garden an important part of the interior experience.

Space to live, gather, and retreat

The home's four levels have been carefully organised around the family's different needs, balancing communal living with moments of privacy. At its core is the double-height dining and living area, where glass walls, vertical proportions, and seamless concrete flooring create a sense of openness. The transition between inside and out feels almost imperceptible, with the landscaped garden extending the living environment beyond the home's walls.

The ground floor is dedicated to entertaining, making the expansive central space especially important. Bringing this vision to life came with a significant engineering challenge: creating a six-metre-high glass opening within the double-height volume. The scale of this intervention required close collaboration with two structural engineers and an advanced support system to achieve the desired outcome.

An exposed brick wall adds another layer of character to the main living area. Originally included in the plans, then removed before eventually finding its way back into the design, it has become one of the home's defining architectural features. Its raw texture offers a contrast to the more refined finishes, bringing a sense of permanence to the space.

Elsewhere, the layout is equally considered. The two eldest children occupy spacious basement suites, each with an English courtyard, while the younger siblings have their own dedicated level. At the top of the house, the primary suite offers a more private retreat, complete with an open walk-in wardrobe, generous bathroom, and a private terrace.

A study in texture and understated contrast

Inside, the material palette is restrained without feeling too harsh. Soft limestone and sand-toned finishes create a warm foundation, balanced by deep black accents and rich dark timber. These darker elements carry through the bespoke kitchen cabinetry, staircase and flooring, giving the interiors a sense of continuity.

Natural stone brings more individuality to the bathrooms. The primary suite features expressive green marble, while the guest powder room introduces black marble with warm brown streaking. Each material has been selected to contribute to the home's character without overwhelming its overall aesthetic.

For Winer, one of the project's most successful relationships is the interplay between the softness of the stone palette and the crispness of the black aluminium frames. This balance is shown throughout the furnishings, where curved silhouettes, bouclé upholstery, linen drapery, and rattan details soften the architectural lines.

Sculptural wooden furniture, expressive marble slabs, and natural stone cladding act as considered finishing touches. Rather than relying on excessive decoration, the design allows texture, craftsmanship, and materiality to do the talking.

Ultimately, this Tel Aviv residence is an exercise in restraint. Every level, finish and architectural intervention serves a purpose, creating a home that feels unique without sacrificing the ease of everyday living. Just like a well-curated wardrobe, it favours quality, individuality, and longevity over passing trends.

Interior design: Pazit Winer, Instagram @pazitwiner

Photography: Shai Gil, Instagram @shaigilfoto

Production: Karine Monié, Instagram @karinemonie