AUSTIN, TX

Casa di Luce Residence

Award winner

Mediterranean Renovation

Situated in a private, gated enclave of Mediterranean-style homes, this transformed residence blends timeless elegance with soft, transitional design elements. Originally dark and heavy, the home has been reimagined as a light-filled, welcoming space that balances durability with warmth for the homeowners and their two dogs.

BUILDER: Skelly Build

PHOTOGRAPHER: Madeline Harper

Modern kitchen with beige cabinetry, marble backsplash, central island with a vase of flowers, wooden bar stools, and pendant lighting. 
after

From dark and heavy to light and timeless—the kitchen now breathes with natural light and organic textures.

Open-concept kitchen with beige cabinetry, marble island with seating, pendant lights, a vase of flowers, and a fireplace.
Kitchen with stone arch wall, wooden cabinets, black countertops, stainless steel appliances, and four white chairs at the island. 
before
Interior view of a rustic kitchen with a central bar, two beige barstools, white textured walls, wooden beams, and open shelving with decorative items. 
after

A refined mix of metal, stone, and curated accessories makes this bar as beautiful as it is functional.

A stone fireplace with a mounted deer antler head above it, in a room with wood flooring and framed horse artwork on the wall. 
before

Natural limestone was softened, walls were lightened, and focal points were redefined, including the living room’s inviting fireplace.

A wine storage area with a wooden cabinet and wine racks, framed by stone walls and beams, and light fixtures illuminating the space. 
before
A cream-colored stone fireplace with a black opening, decorated with a large mirror, smaller mirror, candles, vases with greenery, and small framed pictures. 
after
Elegant living room with a white sofa adorned with decorative pillows, a coffee table with books and vases, and a framed art collection on the wall. In the background, behind glass doors, a cozy fireplace and a woodpile are visible.
A wooden console table against a beige wall with a large abstract painting hanging above it. On the left side of the table, there is a brass table lamp with a pleated cream lampshade, and next to it, a small bouquet of pink roses in a glass vase resting on a few books. On the right side, there are several dark-colored decorative vases and pots, with a larger pot containing trailing greenery. The overall decor has a warm, earthy tone with a blend of contemporary and rustic elements.
Living room with a beige sofa, decorative pillows, a small side table with a flower vase, and a glass door with a fan and outdoor area visible.
Bright bathroom with white cabinetry, marble countertops, two mirrors with gold frames, gold fixtures, decorative vases, framed artwork, and a rug on tan tile floor. 
after
Bathroom vanity with multiple sinks, large mirror, beige countertops, cabinetry, and wall-mounted light fixtures. 
before
A bathroom with a large soaking tub, decorated with two small topiary plants, beige walls, a window with white shutters, and beige towels hanging on the wall. 
before
Modern bathroom with a marble bathtub, window with white shutters, brass fixtures, a brown towel, a small wooden stool with an open magazine, candles, a flower arrangement, and a glass-enclosed shower. 
after

The dated bath was transformed into a serene retreat with an open, airy design.

It’s all in the details

Wooden bookshelf with decorative items, books, and vases
A wall with a large rectangular mirror with a distressed gold frame leaning against it. To the left, on a mantle, three tall, black candlesticks with lit blue candles. The wall is white and textured.
Two glasses of amber-colored drink on a kitchen island with a gray countertop. In the background, there is a decorative white vase with green leaves, a gold vase with pink flowers, a wall mirror, and metal and wood shelving with various decorative objects.
Kitchen with beige cabinets, black faucet, marble backsplash, a ceramic jar on the counter, and a white towel hanging on the cabinet handle.
Bathroom with beige marble countertop, a brown waffle-weave towel, a wooden stool with an open book, a vase with white flowers, a lit candle, and a gold tray, with a large mirror and white door in the background.
Living room with a beige sofa, coffee table with books, a large vase with dark red leaves, and a window with sunlight

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