On a walkable stretch of South Philadelphia, Mike and Lizzy created a home that feels considered without trying too hard.
Tucked inside 📍1828 S 9th Street, their space reflects a kind of quiet intention. Nothing overly styled, nothing forced. Just good light, collected pieces, and a layout that unfolds naturally. Their style leans modern eclectic with a midcentury influence, shaped over time through vintage finds, travel keepsakes, and the small details that make a place feel personal.
Music is always part of the atmosphere. Something soft in the background, often João Gilberto. And then there’s Wolfie, their dog, who tends to keep things a little less predictable.
Life here moves easily with the neighborhood. Mornings start at the Bok Building with coffee from Two Persons and pastries from Machine Shop. Maybe a workout at KG Strong. Afternoons drift toward the dog park or a walk to Superette. Evenings wind down with dinner at Mish Mish and a nightcap at Fountain Porter. It’s a rhythm that feels distinctly South Philly. Walkable, social, and rooted in community.
Over time, they’ve shaped the home to better reflect how they live. Bringing in more light, refining functionality, and layering in thoughtful design updates. At its core, it’s always been a place to gather. The living room, bright and open, naturally pulls people in. When the weather’s right, the roof deck becomes its own kind of backdrop. Long evenings with friends, the city just around you.
Below, Mike and Lizzy share more about life at 1828 S 9th Street in their own words.
Who lives here?
Mike, Lizzy, and their dog Wolfie.
How would you describe your personal interior design style?
Modern eclectic, leaning midcentury.
If you could only choose one song to play every time you walked into a room, what would it be?
Anything by João Gilberto.
How would you describe your neighborhood?
Friendly, walkable, and community-oriented.
If your house were the setting for a movie remake, which would it be?
Mad Men—we just did a full rewatch.
What was your non-negotiable when it came to finding your dream home?
Character, light, and a layout that felt unique.
What’s your favorite room and why?
The living room—it’s bright, airy, and where everyone gathers.
What is one thing you need in a home to make it yours?
Vintage pieces, lighting, and keepsakes from our travels.
What makes you laugh?
Wolfie—he’s always up to something.
If you could throw a theme party in your house, what would the theme be?
Probably Mad Men.
Describe a perfect day in the neighborhood.
Start at the Bok Building with coffee from Two Persons and pastries from Machine Shop. Maybe a workout at KG Strong. Then the dog park, a walk to Superette, dinner at Mish Mish, and a nightcap at Fountain Porter.
How has your home changed since move-in day?
We focused on bringing in more light and improving functionality with thoughtful design updates.
What’s your favorite memory of the house?
Any time spent on the roof deck with friends.
What’s your favorite piece of Philly culture?
The Italian Market—and honestly anything food-related.
