A stocked firplace with a white couch in a Russian country home.
In the living room, a sofa by Edward van Vliet faces an artwork by Vadim Leukhin.

October 1, 2021

Words: Athena Waligore

Photography: Mikhail Loskutov

Lena Zufarova Creates a Warm Refuge for a House Outside Troitsk, Russia

When designer Lena Zufarova connected with her clients for a house in the country outside Troitsk, Russia, they described wanting a home that was uncluttered but cozy. The clients also had in mind an all-white interior — which Zufarova quickly talked them out of. “In our country, when we have long, snowy winters and rainy springs, white is not always a good choice,” Zufarova explains. In place of a colorless space, the designer made judicious use of natural hues and infused each room with subtle textiles and materials that mix with delicate forms. Working with the house’s architecture by Bureau 80/88, Zufarova created a warm refuge for the clients, where they are constantly noting new details and nuances. Explaining their respect for Zufarova’s work, they say that “if earlier we like to travel a lot and go to cafes, now it is difficult to get us out of the house.”

The pendant fixture over the dining room table is by Jaime Hayon.
The pendant fixture over the dining room table is by Jaime Hayon.
  • In the guest bedroom, a work by Denis Rusakov hangs over the bed.
    In the guest bedroom, a work by Denis Rusakov hangs over the bed.
  • The master bathroom’s tub is by Cecilie Manz.
    The master bathroom’s tub is by Cecilie Manz.
  • A vintage chandelier hangs in the home office.
    A vintage chandelier hangs in the home office.
In the living room, a sofa by Edward van Vliet faces an artwork by Vadim Leukhin.
In the living room, a sofa by Edward van Vliet faces an artwork by Vadim Leukhin.
A bench in the hall is by Studio Joanna Laajisto.
A bench in the hall is by Studio Joanna Laajisto.
The house is 2,500 square feet.
The house is 2,500 square feet.

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