When artist Noelia Hobeika and video editor Burke Williams decided to plant roots in Paris ahead of the birth of their first child, the couple, who split their time between Brooklyn and the French capital, discovered a Haussmannian apartment that, while brimming with charm, had remained untouched for decades. What followed was a transformation that married understated elegance with deeply personal touches—all under the thoughtful eye of designer Thomas Fournier.
“We really wanted the interiors to stand the test of time and transcend any particular period, style, or trend,” Hobeika shares, noting that the couple desired a “comfortable, highly livable home.” The apartment’s renovation, which involved reinventing the outdated kitchen and bathrooms, also prioritized functionality. “We needed additional storage and a layout that worked for a young family,” Hobeika adds.
Having first admired Fournier’s work in AD France, Hobeika was struck by Fournier’s ability to blend French, Italian, and Asian influences with a timeless sensibility. Her Parisian upbringing and Lebanese Argentine heritage helped shape the design direction. “His aesthetic felt like a natural extension of my own taste,” she notes. “Collaborating with him was a delight—his instincts and proposals were spot-on from day one.” Williams, who admits he initially took a backseat in design decisions, grew increasingly involved as the project unfolded. “It’s been a learning experience,” he says. “And now, I can’t imagine a better place to start our family.”
