Interior designer Oron Milstein creates fluid, ever-evolving environments defined by soft curves and continuous movement. His approach takes shape in a mini penthouse in central Israel, near Tel Aviv, designed for a family of five. Meticulously planned and renovated, the 1,615-square-foot home became a modular, adaptable space that shifts with the family’s changing moods and needs.
Milstein accompanied the homeowners — a couple working in finance and tech, and their three children — from the moment they purchased the property. The apartment was redesigned from its initial rectangular layout into a dynamic, flowing living environment, full of light and subtle motion. The goal: preserve five spacious bedrooms while creating an open, bright, and inviting public area.
At the heart of the living room hangs a bespoke brass light fixture designed with lighting designer Dori Kimchi, a 3.5-meter circular installation defining the lounge area. Two BUBBLES sofas face one another, forming a flexible “conversation circle,” easily rearranged to suit any occasion. Limited-edition Christian Lacroix for Roche Bobois coffee tables, adorned with bird motifs, underscore the project’s spirit of freedom and playfulness.
The parallel kitchen features full-height cabinetry with hidden appliances and a concealed coffee bar. A wide oak-veneered island and porcelain countertop complete the warm, modern aesthetic. A CNC-cut MDF wall conceals a flush door to the teenage daughter’s room, maintaining seamless continuity across the space.
A 320-square-foot terrace extends the living area outdoors, enclosed with lush greenery and a wooden pergola to create privacy and a tranquil garden atmosphere. “It became the family’s second home,” says Milstein. “The father often works here—it’s both relaxing and inspiring.”
Each of the three daughters’ rooms was individually designed, continuing the home’s soft, organic language. The master suite was transformed into an elegant, elongated retreat. A custom bed upholstered in Jean Paul Gaultier fabric, a movable lighting bar, and a sleek built-in wardrobe bring comfort and luxury. The ensuite bathroom, with fluted glass doors, charcoal granite tiles, and concealed lighting, feels like a private hotel suite.
“I love softening rigid boundaries and creating flow between spaces,” says Milstein. “This home invites movement, play, and connection — always ready to change, just like its owners’ state of mind.” photo by Elad Gonen