Residential home by Hélène Van Marcke

A home with a view asks for furniture that feels just as considered as the architecture around it. For this residential project in Genève, interior designer Hélène Van Marcke created a calm, contemporary setting where warm wood, soft light and generous volumes set the tone. Collett & Victor was invited to translate that atmosphere into bespoke seating pieces, made for everyday living, and designed to last.

At the heart of the living space sits the rust-coloured Barbara sofa, its rich tone echoing the warmth of the timber wall panelling and the autumnal palette outside. Tailored to the proportions of the room, the sofa brings structure and softness in equal measure.

Facing it, a pair of white Clara lounge chairs introduces a lighter note. Their sculptural, rounded silhouette balances the stronger lines in the interior, while the crisp upholstery catches the daylight that pours in through the large windows. Together, sofa and chairs shape a welcoming conversation area.

For slower moments, we created an aubergine-coloured sofa with a matching ottoman, a relaxed corner designed for unwinding. The deep, velvety shade adds depth without overpowering the space, offering a subtle contrast to the neutral backdrop. The ottoman completes the set-up: ideal for stretching out, reading, or simply taking in the view.

About Hélène Van Marcke

After graduating with honours from the International College of Art & Design in Brussels (2009), Hélène Van Marcke began her career as a freelance designer and project manager for the New York–based agency Atelier Charlotte Perelman / Studio CMP. From Paris, she led the renovation and redesign of prestigious residential and commercial spaces across Europe and New York. She soon launched her own studio in Paris, followed by a second location in Ghent in 2017.

Photography: Cafeïne