Rare flair
Rue Pétrarque II is a distinctive spot, with the boutiques of Rue de Passy, the traditional brasseries of Place du Trocadéro and the Eiffel Tower surrounding it. High ceilinged, with majestic marble fireplaces and antique pieces aplenty, this home is made for grand living. And its imaginative flourishes – bright-hued walls, diaphanous drapes and glittering chandeliers – add a sparkling touch. The striking living area is this home’s focal point, where there are ornate antiques and wide French doors framing views of the traditional streets below – and you can take it all in from the modish white sofa opposite.
Bold explorer
Your homeowner works in asset management and has lived all over the globe. She has designed her Paris home to reflect her personality and heritage, and is particularly fond of the eye-catching African accessories – including the dining room’s tall giraffe, collected during her travels.

Utterly unexpected
Rue Pétrarque II’s fanciful furnishings are combined with quirky accessories. Gilded tomes pile high in the rooms’ corners, and there are a host of diverse artworks brightening the walls – from the delicate drawings in the panelled kitchen to the living area’s vivid paintings. Even the bedrooms are a majestic affair: the pink bedroom has a sweet four-poster, while the softly tinted master is neat with a matching wooden desk and bedframe. And you’re guaranteed sweet dreams after a soak in one of two bathrooms’ deep bathtubs.