We recently renovated an apartment in a historic townhouse that dates back to the late nineteenth century. We spent a great deal of effort to make sure that even the smallest details are perfect. We’ve managed to create an authentic atmosphere for the belle epoque period, during which everyone, once they had earned some wealth, aspired to live like an aristocrat. In our renovations, we mainly used vintage building materials, such as refurbished century-old wood paneling and flooring. In addition...