The countryside home by AIYA Bureau is designed as a calm, cohesive retreat that is quietly elegant rather than overtly expressive
Located near the city of Moscow, this full-time residence for a family of five balances shared living with private retreat amid a landscape that shifts with the seasons.
Spanning over 10,500 sq ft, the countryside dwelling is organised across two levels: the first floor dedicated to social interaction and gathering, and the second to rest and privacy, comprising multiple bedrooms, including a master suite and three children’s rooms.
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While the original layout was developed by Sasha Lukich of Portner Architects, AIYA Bureau–who joined after the house had already been built–kept it largely intact, focusing instead on shaping the interiors.

Above The countryside residence was originally developed by Sasha Lukich of Portner Architects
“The clients wanted a home that would reflect their love of travel and the cultures that are especially meaningful to them,” recalls Aiya Lisova, interior designer and founder of AIYA Bureau. “Spanish appreciation for everyday beauty, Italian refinement and strong family values, and Scandinavian simplicity and harmony–these were the main inspirations.”
Working closely with the homeowners, Lisova developed a visual language that unfolds across the interiors through a careful orchestration of textures, tones, and materials, unifying the spatial experience.
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Above The main entrance is a central axis that extends through the hallway

Above A Porada console, decorative mirror by Ifdecor, and porcelain stoneware flooring

Above The sequence leads to the generous living room, anchored by Bonum parquet flooring
“One of my main tasks was to zone the space thoughtfully,” she explains. “To define functional areas, create intuitive circulation, and establish places for gathering while preserving a sense of unity throughout.”
“It is not a stage, but a space for living–a place you want to return to in order to restore your inner rhythm and feel a sense of calm,” she continues. “Soft light, natural shades, and tactile surfaces are conceived for relaxation–both in solitude and in the company of loved ones.”
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Above Subtle partition between the main living area, a TV and reading corner, and a dedicated space for a grand piano

Above Muted tones drawn from the surrounding landscape establish a calm, cohesive backdrop for refined furnishings
From the main entrance, a central axis extends through the hallway into a long, light-filled corridor, where daylight filters through glass doors and expansive windows, connecting the principal areas of the residence.
This sequence leads to the generous living room, defined by three floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of the garden beyond, and anchored by parquet flooring by Bonum.
Arranged in enfilade, a circular flow allows multiple zones to coexist seamlessly–a fireplace setting, a TV and reading corner, and a dedicated space for a grand piano–with hinged glass doors offering flexibility to shift between openness and a more intimate atmosphere.
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Above The dining room marked by a striking wall-mounted artwork and a sculptural chandelier by Panzeri, lending a deeply personal character

Above Daylight filters through glass doors and expansive windows

Above Porcelain stoneware by Cerim anchors the kitchen space
From here, the dining area comes into view, marked by a striking wall-mounted artwork and a sculptural chandelier by Panzeri, establishing a focal point without disrupting the home’s restrained aesthetic.
Beyond, the kitchen extends the visual rhythm, where porcelain stoneware by Cerim anchors the space while maintaining a strong connection between the communal zones.
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Also on this level is a comprehensive spa suite, complete with a sauna, shower, relaxation area, and a compact massage room–an amenity that reinforces the home’s emphasis on wellbeing.
Meanwhile, a gaming room, several bathrooms, and two guest bedrooms further ensure both functionality and comfort for residents and visitors alike.

Above A comprehensive spa suite reinforces the home’s emphasis on wellbeing

Above Micro pool mosaic complements the porcelain stoneware by Cerim

Above Flexform armchair adheres to the home’s restrained aesthetic
The second floor continues the home’s symmetrical and axial logic, transitioning into more intimate quarters, where custom-designed elements–including wardrobes, bathroom vanities, and window casings–enhance both functionality and visual continuity.
A winter garden and hallway lead to the homeowner’s study, while the plan branches into two distinct wings: one accommodates the children’s bedrooms and a gym finished with Ecore rubber flooring, while the other is reserved for the master suite.
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Above The home office on the upper floor

Above Refined furnishings enhance both functionality and visual continuity

Above The home’s symmetrical and axial logic transition into more intimate quarters
Discreetly set apart, the master suite–comprising a spacious bedroom, a well-appointed bathroom, and a generous walk-in wardrobe–is particularly serene, with a subdued palette reinforcing the residence’s overarching sense of calm.
“A handwoven tapestry by Sergey Gavin commands attention,” Lisova shares. “Made of brocade, gold threads, and glass details, it becomes a quiet focal point.”
“Today, tapestries are a rare and forgotten craft, requiring skill, time, and artistic sensibility–making this piece all the more precious,” she adds.
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Above The well-appointed master bathroom is particularly serene

Above The subdued palette reinforces the overarching sense of calm
Throughout the residence, muted tones drawn from the surrounding landscape establish a calm, cohesive backdrop for refined furnishings.
“The palette evokes calm and fosters true relaxation,” Lisova says. “Walls are painted in Farrow & Ball tones, ceilings in Little Greene, while artisanal plasterwork adds texture in the spa zone.”
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Above The second-floor plan branches into two distinct wings, one of them reserved for the master suite
This is further enriched by a carefully curated art collection spanning contemporary works and historical artefacts, lending the interiors a deeply personal character.
“Above the fireplace hangs a mirror by Christophe Gaignon,” Lisova explains. “It harmonises with paintings by contemporary Russian artists and smaller historical artefacts from the 19th and even the 6th century–all sourced from the Georgy Danelia gallery.”
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Above A space imbued with soft light, natural shades, and tactile surfaces to restore one’s inner rhythm

Above The handwoven tapestry by Sergey Gavin, made of brocade, gold threads, and glass details
At the staircase, a standout piece by Anton Konyukhov draws the eye.
“Technically intricate and tonally rich, it may seem cool at first glance due to its texture,” the interior designer elaborates. “Upon closer inspection, it ties together the primary tones of the interior, creating a refined chromatic thread that transforms the staircase into a truly ceremonial space.”
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Photography: Sergey Krasyuk





