Acclaimed Russian writer, whose books have sold millions of copies wanted to transform his country house outside Moscow into a peaceful and inspiring retreat.

Surrounded by a quiet pine forest, the house has distinctive architecture and an unusual rooftop terrace. When we began, only a few essential pieces were in place—a sofa, dining table, kitchen, and bed—while the windows were covered with blinds that made the interiors feel more urban than relaxed.

To create a softer country-house atmosphere, we replaced the blinds with curtains, repainted the rooms, and layered the interiors with furniture, textiles, and decorative objects. Many elements were made especially for the house: the bedroom headboard was upholstered by hand, while original paintings were created by the designer specifically for the walls