Kids room ideas are everywherebut perhaps nowhere are they more special than in the pages of AD. For designers, decorating for a child brims with license to go all in on color and daydream-worthy design schemes, so it helps to not think of them as predictable pink and blue monoliths. As the ultimate blank canvases, they might just be the most fun part of a decoration project. With these thoughts in mind, we rounded up 49 of our favorite kids rooms ideas from the AD archiveincluding memorable spaces by Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent, Miles Redd, and many others. Just bear in mind that they may spark joy regardless of your age.A sophisticated Brooklyn oasisA copper-hued nursery from July/August 2019Photographed by Sam Frost, AD, July/August 2019As founder and CEO of Maisonette, the one-stop shop for stylish baby and kids clothing, toys, and decor, Sylvana Ward Durrett naturally desired a nursery that matched the chic ambiance permeating the rest of her Carrier and Companydesigned Brooklyn home. The rose-tinted metallic crib and pillow-festooned sofa nestled against the window are enlivened by Flat Vernaculars painterly terra-cotta Perseid wallpaper dressing the ceiling.One classy Greenwich Village nurseryPoppys world from the October 2015 issuePhotography by Douglas Friedman, Architectural Digest, October 2015When renovating their airy Greenwich Village residence, buzzy design duo Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent ensured their daughter Poppys nursery was just as glamorous as the other rooms. Its wrapped in soothing Zak + Fox wallpaper that reimagines a hand-painted design by Apparatus artistic director Gabriel Hendifar, and a white crib from RH Baby & Child is planted on a patterned Caitlin Wilson rug.Two nostalgic Los Angeles hangoutsPattern, pattern everywhere in the LA home of Mary Kitchen and familyPhotography by Stephen Kent Johnson, AD, July/August 2022Another fun room in the home.Photography by Stephen Kent Johnson, AD, July/August 2022Inside a Hollywood Regency-style LA abode built byCaspar Ehmcke in 1966, television presenter, model, and philanthropist Mary Kitchen resides with her husband and three daughters Baye, Eden, and Maine. Eccentric wonderland is the unofficial theme of the kids room decor, designed byJamie Bush. (Architect William Hefner and landscape guru Raymond Jungles also worked on the project.) The house features a bunk room for the girls lively sleepovers, dominated by breezy tulip-print fabric from Quadrille. Its rounded out with an earthy RH carpet, Silvio Piattelli pendant, and skirted chair covered in blue Dedar velvet.Enveloped in the same botanical motif Quadrille wallpaper and fabric as the bunk room, but in a different colorway, one of the girls bedrooms in the Kitchen house is balanced with a vintage Stilnovo pendant from Rewire Gallery. Zoning the house by color allowed us to control the incredible variety of pieces and themes that Mary was drawn to, Bush toldAD.Homey vibes in an Alabama bedroomOld and new coalesce in this childs room.Photography by Ty Cole, AD, April 2023Louisa Pierce of the AD100 studio Pierce & Ward grew up in Birmingham, so moving back to the city with her husband Austin Scaggs and two children Levon and Poet was a homecoming. Like the rest of the Tudor-style residence, Poets layered bedroom exudes an attractive patina starring heirloom pieces like a brass-and-iron bed and chaise longue. Artwork and objects mingle with a Pottery Barn Teen snake mirror and lighthearted Ferm Living horse wallpaper. As Im getting older, Ive realized I dont want a room to look perfect. I find so much beauty in the mess, Pierce commented toADat the time.A dreamy Long Island bedroomA Super Girl needs a super room.Photography by Isabel Parra, AD, April 2021Fashion designers Mark Badgley and James Mischka once owned the 1930s stable in Locust Valley, New York, that designer Asia Baker Stokes shares with her husband and two daughters, Ava and Georgia. Among the houses sunny, artful rooms is Avas personal refuge, simply decked out with an Isamu Noguchi lantern and custom-painted Chelsea Textiles bed that matches the cool blue hue of the floral Marthe Armitage wallpaper. Its important for your spaces not to feel like a showroom, Baker Stokes pointed out toAD.A playroom that conjures the circusUnder the big top chez Swanson FrankPhotography by Isabel Parra, AD, June 2022Baker Stokes does it again. In this French country-style Greenwich, Connecticut, home where photographer Claiborne Swanson Frank lives with her husband and two sons, an uplifting palette of blue and white holds court. Consider the office turned boys playroom reminiscent of a circus tent, for which designer Baker Stokes animated the pitched doorway with striped cotton curtains from Jane Shelton Fabrics. To up the ante, she paired them with a mlange of punchy, painted stripes and a bold-print Jonathan Adler rug.It was a labor of love, Swanson Frank shared withAD. I think that so often kids rooms arent given that level of attention.Pattern languageAn artful mix of eras at the hacienda home of Michelle NussbaumerPhotography by Douglas Friedman, AD, April 2019San Miguel de Allende is a relatively quick flight from Dallas, where designer Michelle Nussbaumer is basedbut her familys holiday hacienda in the Mexican city feels otherworldly. (Much of the property dates to the 16th century.)I love bringing timeworn techniques into a modern era, Nussbaumer toldAD at the time of publication.Take her daughter Niles bedroom, where a centerpiece mural Nussbaumer enlarged from a 1940s Mexican pottery pattern is bolstered by a vintage chair and the bed she draped in a canopy of Rajasthani hangings.One beautifully blue bedroomA photograph from the January 2014 issue of Architectural DigestPhotographed by Oberto Gili, Architectural Digest, January 2014AD100 architect Annabelle Selldorf renovated this New York town house, which belongs to art dealer Christophe Van de Weghe and his wife, Anne-Galle. Seen here, their two adorable children, Tristan and Emma, perch on a De La Espada bed with the family dog, Cookie. Nearby, a pair of stuffed giraffes enjoy a light-filled city view. The drawing table is by Ducduc.A good type of red scareHide-and-seek circa March 2018Photographed by Miles Aldridge, AD, March 2018In the room of Amanda Brookss son, the graphic use of red, white, and blue is almost overwhelming (as her childs stance makes clear). Nonetheless, from a nearby toy Elmo to a Christmas-worthy bed, the interior is a riotous delight. Its star attraction might just be the vintage David Hicks hex motif rug, a design classic.One dreamy view of VeniceGondoliers galore in May 2008Photographed by Ken Hayden, Architectural Digest, May 2008When AD100 interior designer Joanne de Guardiola set sail on a project to decorate her familys yacht, she was in for a treatthanks to an original mural of Venices Grand Canal that she discovered under a fabric wall covering. (I was so excited to find itits hand-done, she commented at the time.) The restored work complements the rest of the cabin perfectly. Theres beautiful teak cabinetry throughout, she added.A forested Adirondacks hideawayA room for peacocking, circa July 2014Photographed by Pieter Estersohn, Architectural Digest, July 2014Designer Thom Filicia and the architects at Shope Reno Wharton were inspired by Gilded Age Adirondack camps when creating this retreat on Upper Saranac Lake in New York. In a daughters bedroom, seen here, a Cavern wallpaper brings the nearby forestry in. A Matthew Williamson design for The Rug Company covers the floor, and the sconces are from Urban Electric. Vintage bed frames were painted anew in a neon green by Benjamin Moore.One peachy-keen bedroom on the island of MustiqueTwo four-poster canopy beds, pictured in August 2006Photographed by Luke White, Architectural Digest, August 2006Emma Burns of Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler designed the house in which this childrens bedroom is located. Peach fabric, which was used on the beds and on one small lampshade, was sourced from Manuel Canovas.An ode to French style in HoustonFranco-Texan flair in the August 2013 issue of Architectural Digest.Photographed by Eric Piasecki, Architectural Digest, August 2013The Stark Carpet is lovely and the Rubelli fabric charming, but its the lit la polonaise that steals the show in this daughters bedroom in Houston. And if that specific style of French canopy bed werent enough to turn the head of a Francophile, consider the the Louis XVI marquise.The cozy and colorful room of a Brooklyn childRed and white and cute all over circa August 2015Photographed by Pieter Estersohn, AD, August 2015Wall coverings by Hinson & Co. and Phillip Jeffries provide this red-and-white childrens room with an abundance of graphic, pattern-filled design notes. The rest of the Brooklyn brownstone in which it is located is just as charming. The couple wanted the home to be dense, warm, and inviting, designer Nick Olsen commented to AD at the time.A Blackberry Farmworthy childrens roomA November 2012 scenePhotographed by Pieter Estersohn, Architectural Digest, November 2012Benjamin Moores Crystal Clear paint and a rug by Stark Carpet help set the tone for this daughters bedroom, which was designed by AD100 decorator Suzanne Kasler. Its located in the home of the owners of Blackberry Farm, the renowned Tennessee retreat. Suzannes a great editor, Mary Celeste, one of the homeowners, said of Kasler at the time. She knew that we wanted every piece of furniture to be used, that everything must have a purpose.A Modernist marvel in the HamptonsYellow racing stripes rule this November 2012 room.Photographed by Michael Moran, November 2012AD100 firm SheltonMindel & Associates updated this Hamptons home with a charming childrens room. (The structure of the shingle-clad Colonial Revival estate was designed by fellow AD100 member Robert A.M. Stern.) There is no surface that was left untouched, but there has been a lot of respect for what came before, Mindel told AD at the time of the project. Here, a Jonas trundle bed and CB2 yellow stools are balanced by an Alvar Aalto table and chairs and a Eero Saarinen Womb chair.One childs paradise foundThe Hawaiian bedroom, photographed December 2007Photographed by Matthew Millman, Architectural Digest, December 2007Suburban ideal or tropical escape? Both, it would seem, in the case of this Hawaii-set childrens bedroomwhere a playhouse-themed bunk bed reigns supreme. Florals and nearby lanterns help bridge the gap between outer environment and the elaborate built-in structure. And yet, it is clear which piece wins the day.The dreamy London bedroom of one lucky kidA room to carry any childor personup, up and away. It was published in the May 2021 issue.Photographed by Helen Cathcart, AD, May 2021A Regency cot bed sourced from The Baby Cot Shop sets a graphic centerpiece of a childs room in this home. But it is impossible not to look upward, thanks to the whimsical use of miniature hot-air balloons. The London townhouse in which this room sits was designed by Bryan OSullivan. I wanted to feel total escapism, which ultimately translated into an overload of texture, color, and comfort, one homeowner said at the time. Clearly, this interior was no exception.The San Francisco bedroom of a designers childA room in which to vroom circa October 2020Photographed by Douglas Friedman, AD, October 2020In this San Francisco home, Coral & Tusk curtains complement an Oeuf bunk bed and Faye Toogood chair. Nonetheless, a Kvadrat felt wall piece is clearly the main attraction. And yet, designer Nicole Holliss son, seen here, remains entirely distracted by his charming collection of toy trucks. My taste is definitely more informed by materiality, his AD100 mom noted at the time, adding that its all about form, light, and shadow. This felt pieceand roomindicate as much.Peekaboo baby, Napa Valley editionForget the wine countrythis room (pictured in October 2020) could capture your imagination for a full day.Photographed by Laura Resen, AD, October 2020Pink zebra skin pattered rug? Check. Sheepskin mat? Check. Adorable baby hiding in a pile of velvet pillows? Check, check. In Napa, California, this colorful childrens room brims with happiness. And while a rattan daybed and dinosaur-patterned wallpaper may be particular standouts within this space, the rest of the house does not cease to delight.Seth Meyerss sons roomReaching hour for a bunny and a dinosaur, captured March 2019Photographed by Shade Degges, AD, March 2019Seen here is the bedroom of one of Alexi Ashe Meyers and Seth Meyerss children. The room, and the rest of the Manhattan house, was designed by AD100 firm Ashe Leandroof which Alexis sister Ariel is a founder. The rugs seen are vintage Moroccan pieces; the shelves are custom-made. A lot of our clients are creative, Ariel Ashe told AD at the time, and they dont want their kids to have a boring room. And kids rooms can be so boring and repetitivea blue room for a boy and a pink room for a girl.Nell Diamonds sons roomThe jungle-themed room of young Henry Wasserman, circa August 2018Photographed by Kyle Knodell, AD, August 2018A boy bedroom doesnt have to skimp on pattern and whimsyand its no surprise that Nell Diamond, founder of Hill House Home (a luxury bedding company), would ensure that her son Henry would have a charming space of his own. This room, like the rest of her New York town house, was designed by Mark Cunningham. The pendant light fixture is by George Nelson and the wallpaper is Herms. Bedroom ideas aplenty here!A Miles Redddesigned room in San FranciscoCalifornia casual style is conspicuously absent from this room, photographed January 2018Photographed by Trevor Tondro, AD, January 2018Clarence House and Brunschwig & Fils fabrics brighten up this childrens bedroom, which is located in a San Francisco house designed by Miles Redd. The carpeting is by Stark, and the desk is a Swedish Gustavian piece. Antiques are such a good value today, and theyre great for a family lifestyletheyve already been through a lot and will go through more, one homeowner (a mother of four) noted at the time. A delightful pop of blue pattern peeks out underneath the coverlet of the twin bed.One library-slash-bedroom in LondonNever mind the fireplacethis February 2013 photo is all about that ingenious bed.Photographed by Luke White, Architectural Digest, February 2013Is it a bed? Or a home library? If youre talking about the focal point of this London childrens bedroom, the answer is both. A Campana Brothers stuffed-animal chair is another notable attraction, as is a Fort Street Studio carpet. AD100 designer Francis Sultana was responsible for the interior. A bean bag chair nests in the corner of this modern and inviting space.A special David Netto creationA room in which the walls perfectly match the curtains. The photograph was published in June 2016.Photographed by Pieter Estersohn, AD, June 2016Interior designer David Netto and architect David Hottenroth teamed up to create the beach retreat in which this bedroom is located. In this kids room, a Room & Board bunk bed, toile curtains, and a portrait of an owners grandfather cant help but stand out. The vintage Poul Kjrholm armchairs are from Dansk Mbelkunst Gallery.A bedroom designed by Delphine KrakoffPurple reigns supreme in this July 2013 photograph.Photographed by Bjorn Wallander, AD, July 2013Delphine Krakoff designed the minimalist New York townhouse in which this bedroom serves as a beacon of childish delight. Pierre Frey fabric, a Fornasetti desk, and Gio Ponti chairs are indisputable high points. The home at large is one of the select projects that Krakoff has taken on. I dont want to be a businesswoman, Krakoff, wife of fashion designer Reed Krakoff, said at the time. I want to be a designer. Thats what I love. Its why Ive kept my business very small. So Im known as the girl who often says no.One kids room, perched high above the cloudsFlying high in February 2021Photographed by Steven Johnson, AD, February 2021Who says a childrens bedroom has to be boisterous and bright? In the case of this Manhattan skyscraper, the opposite is true. The Pierre Paulin chair is covered in Maharam fabric, and D. Porthault sheets appoint the mahogany bunk bed. We didnt want the spaces to feel as if there was too much going on, designer Steven Volpe said to AD at the time. The decorative effects are calculated for subtlety, not artificial drama. When youre in the apartment, you sense the quality. Its quiet, but you feel it.A four-bed room in which Josef Frank rulesA Svenskt Tenn wall covering, captured in November 2016Photographed by Roger Davies, AD, November 2016In this guesthouse, a four-bed space is fit to be any visiting childs dream come true. Pink and blue options aside, a Josef Frank floral pattered wallpaper brings with it the perfect dose of whimsy. Decorator David Netto created the entire stand-alone guest dwelling, with the help of architect Marc Appleton and landscape designer Deborah Nevins.Blue and green and patterned all overThis striped room originally appeared in ADs January 2015 issue.Photo: Roger DaviesFor this California home, designer Miles Redd was tasked with toning down his usually color-happy sensibility for a client who preferred a subdued color scheme. The kids bedroom was the one place he was able to play with color in his typical fashion. The walls and ceilings are painted in white and blue Benjamin Moore; a green Alan Campbell pattern upholsters the bench, ottoman, and side chairs. Finally, a pinch of robins egg enlivens the lampshades.Kelly Wearstlers take on the teen roomIts a party! Stripes, dots, and a dash of fuchsia enliven this teens room from January 2013.Photo: Roger DaviesWhen AD100 Hall of Fame designer Kelly Wearstler gave this Bel Air homepublished in January 2013a makeover, the bedazzled flair she brought to the rest of the house carried into the daughters room. The homeowner requested a touch of pink, which Wearstler delivered through a fuchsia leather armchair and ottoman. The chrome bed by Paul Evans puts a fresh spin on the traditional four-poster. Both the custom wall covering by Porter Teleo and the customized carpet by the Rug Company reflect the youthful exuberance of the rooms inhabitant.Think pinkRose tones rule in this bedroom from February 2012.Photo: Roger DaviesPink may be an expected hue for a girls room design, but architect and decorator Jorge Eliass execution is anything but. Featured in the February 2012 issue of AD, Elias custom designed the four-posters for the bedroom, choosing an off-white tone that pales against the coral walls. From the footstools to the light fixtures, the antique-looking pieces add dimension to the space. The Indian coverlets on each bed were sourced from Jorge Elias Boutique.A spot for a color and chaosBerkus and Brent redux, seen in the January 2018 issuePhoto: Douglas FriedmanWe go for a very clean, masculine look. We dont like to live with a lot of color, Jeremiah Brent told AD in the January 2018 feature on his and Nate Berkuss family home in LA. Their daughters playroom is one slight exception to the designers shared no-color rule. The memory board over the sofa offers a prime spot for displaying colorful artworks, and the toy basket runs over with plush playthings. Shes obsessed with pink and princessesbig shockerso we try to keep the color and chaos confined to her zone, Berkus explained. Still, the furnishings stick to Brent and Berkuss clean look.Symmetry winsTwin peeks in May 2016Credit: Upton Photography Ltd.A romp through the AD archive can be helpful for identifying some space-saving kids room storage ideas too. Case in point? This room for the children of Fiona Kotur by Alexander Stuart. As seen in the May 2016 issue, the home for the family of six contained many custom pieces made in Hong Kong. Storage solutions were a necessity in the shared bedroomso the beds in the boys room have built-in drawers to maximize space.Layered and lived-inControlled chaos makes this room from November 2012 a charmer.Photo: Pieter EstersohnAnother Blackberry Farm feature! Designer Suzanne Kasler described the Tennessee homes look as collected rather than decorated, in the November 2012 issue. The designer worked with architecture firm Spitzmiller & Norris to give the new build that coveted lived-in feel for a family of six. It abounds with bookmark-worthy kids room ideas, amplifying the layered feeling of the whole home with plenty of textiles, patterns, and mementos to go around.A place for purpleVirginia Tupkers whimsical take on a childs room appeared in the January 2023 issue.Photo: Isabel ParraEach room has a strong color story, AD100 designer Virginia Tupker said to AD about this Connecticut home published in the January 2023 issue. It unifies the house and allows a narrative to unfold through the spaces. This purple bedroom features an Adelphi Paper Hangings wallpaper, a custom floral fabric bedspread, and a Delft tile on the fireplace.Playing dress upIts a jungle in there. This scene was captured for ADs January 2019 issue.Photo: Jean-Francois JaussaudAD100 designer Isabelle Stanislas worked with her clients to restore their 17th-century Paris apartment to its original grandeur. Though they had history in mind, they didnt shy away from modern touches. The five-year-old daughters bedroom has the same attitude, with some modern furnishings against a grand backdrop set by the de Gournay wall covering and under the antique Murano chandelier. For functionality, a bookshelf nook is placed near the bed. My goal was both to remain true to its past and to give it a new soul, Stanislas told AD in the January 2019 feature.Bright white and storage fullSeen in the February 2012 issue of ADPhoto: Nikolas KoenigThen editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings Darcy Miller Nussbaum was completely in love with this found Upper East Side apartment, but no one else in the family was. She turned to David Mann of MR Architecture + Decor to remake it for their needs, and the finished product was featured in ADs February 2012 issue. Mann brightened the space up by using a lot of white throughout, including in this kids room. The built-in bookcase ensures that all of the stuffed animals, picture books, and toys always have a place to rest.California coolThis light and bright kids room appeared in ADs January 2024 issue.Photo: Peter BakerThis childs room, designed by Alexander Liberman of AML Studio, pays tribute to California midcentury modernism while still being kid-friendly. The rounded shapes of the headboard and side table are appropriately playfuland can easily feel grown-up once the clients daughter is. As seen in the January 2024 issue of AD, the simple color palette draws the eyes up to the rooms clerestory windows.Wild and wonderful reposeFlora and fauna appear throughout this Sara Storydesigned room from April 2014.Photo: Pieter EstersohnAt AD100 designer Sara Storys family home in Texas, published in the April 2014 issue of the magazine, her daughters bedroom looks like an homage to the wonders of nature. Almost like decals, butterflies on the de Gournay wallpaper appear in mid-flight. A side chair has a wonderfully bright floral pattern, and a side table looks like an elephants foot.Refined simplicityIn the November 2023 issue, Giancarlo Valle whips up a soothing palette with punchy patterns.Photo: Stephen JohnsonIt had an unimposing formality that we tried to maintain, Jane Keltner de Valle said of the home she shares with her children and husband, AD100 designer Giancarlo Valle, in ADs November 2023 issue. Even as we put our own stamp on it, we wanted the house to remain as it has always been. In their daughters bedroom, a secretary desk serves as a storage solution while maintaining that charming air of formality. The piece is surrounded by a Studio Giancarlo Valle Paloma Mirror, Roman shades in a Maharam fabric, and a quilt from Paula Rubenstein.Bed overheadA ladyfinger-like bed crowns this girls room from the July 2021 issue of AD.Photo: Trevor TondroFeatured in the July 2021 issue of AD, the home Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent designed for their friends Brian Robbins and Tracy James balances moody moments with energetic bright spots. One space that falls in the latter category is the little girls bedroom. The room has an adorable custom loft bed in Designers Guild fabric and is wrapped in a vibrant pink Rebel Walls covering.Pink, pink, and more pinkThis room appeared in the October 2011 issue of AD.Photo: Nikolas KoenigSometimes the classic kids room ideas are the very best. Published in ADs October 2011 issue, designers Tony Ingrao and Randy Kemper created a happily pink-infused bedroom for their clients daughter. They deployed fabrics by Osborne & Little and Designers Guild for the window coverings, plus carpeting by Stark. The long headboard design gives the twin frame daybed-like adaptability.Honey yellow high/lowCordelia de Castellanes daughters roomwith its charming mix of golden gingham and throwback floralsran in ADs September 2020 issue.Photo: Matthieu SalvaingHigh/low is the way to go in the bedroom of Cordelia de Castellanes daughter. The walls are wrapped in a Colefax and Fowler floral fabric, and the linens and bedside lamp are from Zara Home. With its honey-and-white color palette, the space feels like a breath of fresh air. Its a bit mix and match but every piece has a story, de Castellane told AD in the September 2020 feature on her home.Pragmatic primpingThis pink-accented room appeared in the pages of AD in January 2010.Photo: Saylor H. DurstonInterior designer Tracey Winn Pruzan of Cullman & Kravis renovated her Park Avenue duplex with interior architect John B. Murray, giving the space a better backdrop for her varied furnishings. New moldings, doors, floors, and ceilings were devised for every space, including her daughters room, which has a built-in desk and bookcase too. If she is ever tired of the bright pink, we can always replace the rug and redo the pillows, Pruzan told AD in her January 2010 feature regarding the pragmatic decision to keep the permanent elements neutral.Fashion friendlyBack in December 2007, AD published this childs room with its cocooning daybed.Photo: Soluri TonyIn her Chicago home, designer Suzanne Lovell honored her daughters love of fashion by centering her bedroom on a custom art piece by artist Key-Sook Geum. Nearby, a George Nelson Bubble lamp illuminates one corner, and etchings acquired in Vietnam preside over the bed. I was surprised by objects I had to contribute, from my family and my own life and travels, Lovell said of the design experience in the December 2007 piece. It was all incredibly fun.I want a hippopotamus for ChristmasFrom the October 2018 issue of ADPhoto: William AbranowiczHigh design isnt just for adults, as illustrated by this home featured in the October 2018 issue of AD. Masterminded by Charles de Lisle, with architectural restoration by Marmol Radziner, the home of Jessica and Aaron Sittig is filled with design deep cuts and curiosities. The kids room has a Renate Mller hippo toy and a freestanding plywood sleeping pod. And in the kids bathroom sits a custom sink by London design star Max Lamb.A music lovers momentAD featured this cozy kid retreat in February 2023.Photo: Frank FrancesViola Daviss daughters bedroom is exactly what every tween wants, chockablock with posters, fun hanging chairs, and records galore. The Davises worked with designer Michaela Cadiz on their LA home, which was published in ADs February 2023 issue. They embraced a statement wallpaper, a colorful striped rug, and some simple white curtains for good balance.A rich tapestrySteeped in textiles, accessories, and bold sweeps of color, this Tribeca kids roomwhich ran in ADs January 2022 issueis a showstopper.Photo: Miguel Flores-ViannaSearching for kids room decor ideas that are as complex and rich as the rest of the home? Look no further than this wonderfully layered Tribeca room from ADs January 2022 issue. We paint a picture for you; we make a movie for you to live in, designer Will Cooper, then of Ash, told AD at the time. We always write a narrative when we start these projects. The kids bedroom decor is certainly cinematic. Amidst a sea of greenspecifically Benjamin Moore's Cedar Groveantique Indian wedding-procession tents hang above the beds, which date back to the 1920s.To access the full AD archive, subscribe to AD PRO.

After under two years of ownership, Halsey is letting go of her historic Los Feliz estate for $5.5 million. The singer-songwriter, who announced her engagement to actor Avan Jogia in September, paid about $5 million for the elegantly restored Spanish Colonial Revival home in 2023. The pad has certified Historic-Cultural Monument status. It was built by architect Arthur W. Larson in 1928 for restaurateur Cilfford Clinton, the founder and namesake of the delightfully kitschy Cliftons Cafeteria near Downtown Los Angeles.Situated on a 0.34-acre plot just across the street from Griffith Park, the 5,900-square-foot abode boasts six bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a laundry list of rich period details, including stained glass windows, coffered ceilings, ornamental plaster, decorative wrought iron, and wood-burning fireplaces. A dark wooden front door with an intricately carved floral motif welcomes guests into the charming dwelling, where arched doorways, colorful Spanish tiles, and antique light fixtures abound.A living area in the home.Photo: Tyler HoganOriginal robins egg blue tiles line the walls of the kitchen, which is outfitted with a navy La Cornue range, a refurbished original built-in Frigidaire refrigerator, and a butlers pantry. Elsewhere on the ground floor, an office features a hand-stenciled ceiling, elaborate millwork, and a curved corner fireplace.An office space in the home.Photo: Tyler Hogan

The 33-year-old actor and content creator felt the itch to customize the industrial apartment in Dallas, Texas, she and her husband called home for three years, so it would better serve as a creative inspiration point. This was the first time I wanted to go all out.A faux concrete wall designed and installed by Simone.Photo: Courtesy of Morgan SimoneTo turn an oversized wall into a concrete masterpiece that matched her floors, Simone used push pins to hang up several pieces of canvas. She then applied joint compound to fake the texture of concrete, which she painted when it was dry. In total, the project took about 10 days. She also DIYed wood paneling, which only required four pieces of plywood, some screws, and an afternoon.A 32-foot-long faux-brick wall took far longer: One month of constantly working her way down the length of her apartment. She used the same technique to mold joint compound into brick-like rectangles, and pulled out her acrylic paints to make the bricks look as realistic as possible.Once I started, it looked really good, she remembers. But I definitely lost a little bit of steam, and it started not looking as good towards the end. I was trying to make it look like the brick was on top of the concrete. There were some parts I wasnt as in love with, but I just had to crank it out.Though her upgrades were renter-friendly, their size and scale made them intimidating to undo. Returning the apartment to its former state before moving out was slightly nerve-wracking, she remembers. Luckily, they were able to take everything down with little issues.Morgan creating a fake brick wall.Photo: Courtesy of Morgan SimoneThe final result.Photo: Courtesy of Morgan SimoneA half-completed kitchen receives some much needed counter spaceIKEA is full of renter-friendly solutions, which is why Taylor Winnie headed straight to the big blue store after moving into her new apartment in Los Angeles. The location of her new spot was great, the apartment was brimming with historic charm, and the bathroom had been renovated, but the kitchen left a lot to be desiredespecially in the counter space department.It had really bad vinyl flooring that [looked] straight out of the 90s, the 30-year-old marketer recalls. It had very basic cupboards and countertops, and then one side of the kitchen was completely missing.The kitchen was in usable condition, but didnt foster much inspiration.Photo: Courtesy of Taylor WinnieOne half of the kitchen was missing before Winnies renovations.Photo: Courtesy of Taylor WinnieWinnie installed peel-and-stick tiles onto the floor, and used a layer of contact paper to protect the existing flooring from the adhesive. From there, she made an appointment at IKEAs kitchen center, and worked with the staff to identify all of the pieces shed need to build two cabinets on either side of her stove. In total, the project cost less than $1,000, she estimates, which is money she feels shes already making back given the unlocked functionality of the space.It got to the point where I was eating out so much because it didnt have a space to cook; I had a stove and nowhere to set food, she reflects. I wanted to make healthy meals for myself and stop spending so much money eating out. So this makes it worth it for my physical health and my quality of life.The product make much better use of the space.Photo: Courtesy of Taylor WinnieOpen shelving and additional countertops add more functionality.Photo: Courtesy of Taylor WinnieA pre-war kitchenand pantrygets a makeover from the floor upFor years, Hattie Kolp has been focused on bringing her rent-controlled New York City apartment back to its former, pre-war glory. Shes uncovered pocket doors, added crown molding, and freed brass hardware from years of landlord-special layers of paint. But when it came to her kitchenwhich had a sloped floor and little counter space, among other drawbacksshe had no qualms ripping the whole thing out and starting from the ground up.

Upstairs, on the second and third-floor bedrooms, this plays out in a lilac and mauve guest room, which has a cosseting head-to-toe saturation, and then in the mostly white primary suite, where just a few pops of color add visual interest without disrupting the sense of calm.Even though this home near Georgetown was a rare find, and the designer invested years into remodeling and decorating it, shes open to someday going through the experience all over again. I dont know that Ill ever have a forever home, to be honest, she says. Its really interesting for me to stretch as an artist, and to explore.In the entryway, to the left of the staircase, Feldman created a shoe closet with pull-out drawers and a latticed door painted in Farrow & Balls Preference Red.The glow of Farrow & Balls India Yellow pops from the powder room off the kitchen.In the powder room, walls were painted in Farrow & Balls India Yellow. The custom marble vanity, as well as the faucets, sconces, and flush-mounted ceiling light, are from Waterworks.This work by American painter Gene Davis informed the color palette of the den, which occupies what was once the fourth bedroom on the second floor. The pale green rug is from Nordic Knots, and the Kalamkari printed pillows are from Simrane Paris.Feldman knew this cozy garden-side room had to have color, but it took a few tries to find the right one: Book Room Red by Farrow & Ball. The ceiling light, sconces, and adjustable side table are from Rejuvenation.Blueish lilacs and mauves create a cosseting feel in this guest room. The wallpaper, called Hedera, is from Zak + Fox. The ceiling pendant is from Huey Lightshop.The primary suite occupies the third floor of the house. We forfeited space for storage, says Feldlman about the addition of this custom wardrobe, painted in Farrow & Balls Hague Blue. I prefer small bedrooms, I think theyre cozy, and youre really not supposed to do too much there other than the obvious.The hues of the Calacatta viola marble in the primary bathrooms vanity harmonize with a rose-tinted trim tile from Cl Tile.At the other end of the primary bathroom, a cast iron soaking tub from Barclay was painted in a custom RAL dusty hue.Lovely flowers in pastel green, pink, and gray tones adorn the walls of the girls bedroom. The chambray wallpaper, called Millefleur, is from Little Greene. The bunk beds are from Crate & Kids.

In 2011, Marie Kondos The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up was publishedand the world found a new guru. Kondo recommended that we keep only items that spark joy. With this approach, she wandered through her clients homes in her Netflix series, organizing their lives by guiding them through how to choose what to keep and what to discard. On a visit to the Spanish home of architects and artists Paul Antn and Bea Aiguabella, Kondo might not find much to work withthe couple already follows her precepts. This probably comes to us from our academic training, Antn says, and then he refers back to a much older advocate of restraint. Adolf Loos already said it in his book when he equated ornament with crime, and we agree with him.Paul Antns concrete Arkitekton 8 is to the right in this view of the living area.Four years ago, the couple, who have three children, decided to leave Madrid in search of a simpler lifestyle. We wanted to get back to a way of life like we had in London where, after working, wed return to our quiet neighborhood and enjoy its calm atmosphere, they explain. They have now created their own sanctuary where they can disconnect in a smaller city outside of Madrid in a home that is typical of those in the region of Castille-La Mancha, with a tiled gable roof. The house is so discreet that you dont even notice it from the street, they say about their minimalist home. The explain that the first time they saw it, it was clearly in need of some restoration, but at the same time they wanted to maintain its humble and austere charm.In the living room, a BKF chair, sofa and rug by Kave Home, and the TMM floor lamp is by Miguel Mil for Santa & Cole. On the wall, the collage 1 TON (2024) is by Bea Aiguabella.On a shelf above the staircase, a sculpture by Faustino Aizkorbe. Plaster, pale continuous flooring, and raw steel are elements in the palette of materials and textures of this house with a monastic air.The 4,300-square-foot plot includes a swimming pool and a lush sunken courtyard, where nature appears to have been given free rein. At the back of the house, the architects created an open-air kitchen and dining area, with the house itself to one side. It runs through the garden and has several large windows overlooking the green space. The search for a house with outdoor space was motivated by our children. We learned that there are studies that conclude that the architecture of the home where you grow up shapes your character, they say. Inside, a compact living room opens onto a large kitchen with an island, a principal bedroom with an en suite bathroom, a childrens bedroom, and a toilet.The main idea of the project was for the kitchen to be the heart of the house, so we placed it in the center of the floor plan, inspired by the layout of a txoko [a large room traditionally used for dinners and celebrations], explains Antn. The homes circulation revolves around this space; in fact, to reach any room in the house you have to pass through it. Everything happens around this part of the house. In Rodrigo Muoz Avias memoir, La Casa de los Pintores, the author explains that his parents were constantly receiving guests. We wanted something similar and that our children would be involved in our social life as well.

Perks: outdoor fireplace, hot tub, BBQ pitWhen you think of a treehouse, backyard childhood escapes come to mind. While the memory may be sentimental, thoughts of these ramshackle cabinsthat, lets face it, were likely more dangerous than our parents wanted to admitwill disappear when you walk into this tree-top cabin. Butcher-block counters, a live-edge dining table and a wood-paneled shower reflect the setting among the pines, but velvet furnishings, a vintage-inspired chandelier and a dreamy bathtub elevate the space to something well beyond your childhood fantasies.BOOK NOWCanyon Creek Cabin in Granite Falls, WashingtonPerks: dog-friendly, hot tub, indoor hammockPerched above a river on a granite ledge, the amazing views are the cherry on top when it comes to this two-bedroom hideaway. Dont sleep on the curb appealthe asymmetric A-frame structure of the home is only the beginning of your visual journey. Inside, warm wooden walls, one-of-a-kind furniture, an indoor hammock, and a marble-clad shower await. The home is a 30-minute drive from the Mountain Loop Highway, which grants access to outdoor adventures in Big Four Ice Caves, Lake Twenty-Two, Heather Lake, and Gothic Basin, to name a few.BOOK NOWLa Cabaita in Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CaliforniaPerks: small kitchenette, cozy sunken-in bed, mountain viewssLocated 100 miles from Los Angeles in the San Jacinto mountains, Idyllwild offers gorgeous greenery and mountain views. The expansive windows on this hillside cabin allow you to appreciate it allwhether from the king-size bed or the outdoor deck.BOOK NOWOff-Grid Inn in Fall Creek, WisconsinPerks: heated blankets, electric stove, electric toilet, firepitSure, the panoramic windows are the real eye-catchers here, but this off-the-grid tiny house sports many more fun design details, including the floor-to-ceiling blond wood, the standing shower, a built-in bed and storage, and the distinctive black trim on the exterior. Located about a 20-minute drive from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Fall Creek is near Lake Eau Claire and the Augusta State Wildlife Area.BOOK NOWContainer Cabin in Saugerties, New YorkPerks: giant windows, five minutes away from Swedish sauna, wood stoveThis energy-efficient container cabin-slash-tiny home, another minimalist retreat located in the Catskills, is within spitting distance of Kaaterskill Wild Forest and even closer to a Swedish sauna for warming up from the cold. The tasteful decor, claw-foot outdoor shower, and aforementioned sauna make it a year-round destination, and the host notes that several people have even gotten engaged here (when you see the cozy interiors, you can totally understand why).BOOK NOWThe Easy A in Equinunk, PennsylvaniaPerks: sound system, indoor fireplace, waterfront viewsFor a weekend getaway from NYC that isnt the Catskills or Adirondacks, try the Easy Aa gorgeously appointed A-frame cabin just about a three-hour drive away on the Delaware River. This creekside property, located in the Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania, was recently renovated (were especially obsessed with the oxblood and sky blue kitchen tiles), and it is also within walking distance of a waterfall. The entire cabin sleeps six and features indoor fireplaces and an outdoor firepit for extra cozy stargazing at night.BOOK NOWSycamore Treehouse in Fredericksburg, TexasPerks: secluded treetop porch, walk-in rain shower and soaking tub, lots of windows for natural lightThe Texas Hill Country, situated between San Antonio and Austin, is a vast expanse sprinkled with natural hot springs and pools, rivers, and lakes. Not to mention barbecue. This light, bright treehouse sits just above it all on a beautiful bluff and is outfitted with luxe linens, a rain shower and a soak tub.BOOK NOWThe Nordic Lake Cabin in Comstock, Wisconsin

A Mediterranean-style Studio City home owned by actor Keke Palmer has just landed on the Los Angeles real estate market, according to Robb Report. The Nope star, who paid a touch under $1.4 million for the house in 2021, listed it last week for about $1.8 million. Spanning 2,600 square feet, the 1987-built abode offers three bedrooms and an equal number of bathrooms.Nestled on a quiet hillside cul-de-sac, the structure sports curved terra-cotta roof tiles and a blue-gray paint job on its stucco exterior. A winding staircase leads up to a covered porch and a cheerful yellow front door. Inside, an arched doorway to the left ushers guests into the living room, which is warmed by an electric fireplace set in a metallic floor-to-ceiling surround. In one corner, a forest green spiral staircase with brown shag carpeting leads down to a bonus room in the basement (currently set up as an office), which accesses to a private patio.Directly across from the front door, a formal dining area boasts a row of picture windows and a built-in cabinet that comes complete with a wine fridge. A nearby jungle-themed powder room features textured moss-green wallpaper with an alligator skin likeness and a green glass vessel sink shaped like a leaf. The kitchen is outfitted with a breakfast bar, double ovens, and a silver hexagon tiled backsplash. The family room, tucked in the adjacent corner, enjoys another fireplace and outdoor access.The stairs leading up to the bedrooms are lined with a 60s-style green floral carpet. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling and built-in wall alcove shelving, a full ensuite bathroom, and a spacious walk-in closet.Join NowBecome an AD PRO member for only $25 $20 per month + receive an exclusive toteArrowFellow former Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy also owned the home from 2013 to 2016. Palmer, who is also looking to sell her $2.99 million Brooklyn penthouse, currently resides in a $5 million property in Encino, California, according to Robb Report.

We all know and love the power of the best coffee makers on the market: Theyre efficient and practical for making excellent brews at home. And while we love a coffee maker that does its job, as design editors, we care about the counter appeal of these appliances (that is, how aesthetically pleasing it is in the kitchen) just as much as we care about cup capacity and self-timers. From artfully designed glass carafes to machines available in elevated earth tones, weve combed through catalogues of coffee makers that youll actually want to accent your countertop. Plus, weve tested what works and what doesnt for every kind of coffee preferencedrip, combination coffee-espresso machines, pour-overs, and French pressesto find out which ones truly deserve the distinction of best.Added perk: Lots of the machines highlighted on this list have extra special features, like a thermal carafe that keeps coffee warm without a hot plate, built-in milk frothers, or smart features that allow you to program your coffee maker from your phone. Prefer a built-in coffee grinder? Maybe you like the ritual of scooping grounds into a filter basket? Or you want a model that lets you do bothweve got you covered for every approach to great coffee.Ahead, read our thorough reviews to find out which coffee maker is right for you.Our Top Picks for the Best Coffee Makers:Best Drip Coffee Maker: Oxo Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker, $230 $197Best Coffee and Espresso Combo Maker: DeLonghi Magnifica Evo Coffee and Espresso Maker, $900 $800Best French Press: MuellerLiving French Press Coffee Maker, $50Best Espresso Machine: Terra Kaffe TK-02 Connected Super Automatic Espresso Machine, $1,695Best Pour-Over Coffee Maker: BODUM 17oz Pour Over Coffee Maker, $20 $18Best Single-Serve Coffee Maker: Oxo 12-Cup Single-Serve Coffee Maker, $300Best Pod Coffee Maker: Keurig K-Duo Plus Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker, $230 $169Best Coffee Maker for Cold Brew: AeroPress Original Coffee Press, $40Most Stylish Espresso Machine: Breville Barista Express, $800Best-Looking Coffee Machine: Technivorm Moccamaster KBGT Coffee Maker, $349 $324Best Budget Coffee Maker: Braun BrewSense 12-Cup Drip Coffee Maker, $100 $84Browse by Category:After youve added a coffee machine to cart, circle back to our guides on the best stovetop espresso makers and coffee grinders to shop, as well as how to clean a coffee maker (including Keurig and Nespresso models).The Best Coffee Makers, OverallBest Overall Coffee Maker: Oxo Brew 9-Cup Coffee MakerOXO Brew 9-Cup Stainless Steel Coffee MakerSpecsDimensions: 15" x 8.3" x 17.2"Brewing capacity: 9 cupsDescaling indicator: YesProgrammable: YesUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:SCA CertificationSimple controlsPause and pour featureRainmaker showerheadThermal carafe keeps coffee hotInternal mixing tube in carafeDownsides:Water tank isnt removableIf you dont like punching a bunch of buttons and dials, youll love this drip coffee maker because it has a single button for setting the time, programming the timer, starting the coffee maker, and selecting the quantity. The digital display shows the time and the brew status, and a freshness timer will keep you aware of how long since the last pots been brewed. The double-wall stainless-steel thermal carafe ensures hot coffee for pouring throughout the day. For those of us who cant wait on a full pot of coffee to brew, theres a clever pause and pour feature at hand: When you remove the carafe before the brew time, the cycle will automatically pause for 60 seconds so you can pour a cup and place the carafe back in place for it to continue brewing. Perhaps its best trick? A rainmaker showerhead that evenly disperses water over the coffee grounds, leading to better flavor extraction. The Oxo Brew 9-Cup is the perfect drip coffee maker and consistently provides a delicious cup of joe without a lot of fuss.Best Coffee and Espresso Combo Maker: DeLonghi Magnifica Evo Coffee and Espresso MakerDe'Longhi Magnifica Coffee and Espresso MakerSpecsDimensions: 9.44" x 14.17" x 17.32"Brewing capacity: 8 ounces/60 ounce water tankDescaling indicator: YesProgrammable: YesUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:Coffee and espresso makerUses coffee beans and ground coffeeBuilt-in burr grinderAdjustable manual frotherDownsides:Only makes a single cup of coffee at a timeIf you want to hone your barista skills, impress your friends and family members, and spend less time at the coffee shop, consider the DeLonghi Magnifica Evo Coffee and Espresso Machine. Not only does it brew delicious coffee, but the high-quality machine can also make espresso, cappuccinos, macchiatos, lattes, and any of that over ice. The LatteCrema System technology uses a manual froth maker to create textured art, and the frother can be used with regular milk and alternative milks.In addition, the coffee and espresso maker has a conical burr grinder with 13 settings, but it can be bypassed to use ground coffee instead to make a pot or cup of coffee. Even though the programmable coffee and espresso machine has a lot of functions, using it is a breeze thanks to the color touch icons on the top of the coffee brewer.Best French Press: MuellerLiving French Press Coffee MakerMueller French Press Coffee Maker 34ozSpecsDimensions: 4.17"D x 7.05"W x 8.25"HBrewing capacity: 34 ouncesDescaling indicator: NoProgrammable: NoUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:Retains heat for long periods of timeCreates rich flavorDoesnt require electricityDownsides:Manual processFor those of us that love the flavor of the French press method, the most frustrating drawback is how quickly you have to consume the coffee before it gets cold (particularly irritating for those of us who refuse to microwave our brews). The MuellerLiving French Press has abandoned the need for immediate consumption thanks to its stainless steel and insulated design to keep your coffee hot throughout your morning. It can also make up to eight cups, a rare quality for a French press which arent usually the most suitable for entertaining. Its filtration method makes for a strong, balanced, and piping hot cup of coffee.Best Espresso Machine: Terra Kaffe TK-02 Connected Super Automatic Espresso MachineTerra Kaffe TK-02 Connected Super Automatic Espresso MachineSpecsDimensions: 17.5" x 10.4" x 14.3"Brewing capacity: 12 ouncesDescaling indicator: YesProgrammable: YesUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:Integrated burr grinder19 bar pump pressureAdjustable grinder settingsNumerous drink typesEasy to read touch screenCompatible with both whole bean and pre-ground coffeeConnects to appDownsides:Very expensiveOur list includes espresso machines that can also make coffee. However, this is a coffee maker that can also make espresso drinks. In fact, it can make drip coffee, espresso, red eye, iced coffee, iced latte, and caf au laitand thats just a partial list of the many drinks the Terra Kaffe TK-02 Connected Super Automatic Espresso Machine can whip up. The machine has an integrated bean grinder, but also accepts pre-ground coffee as well. The grinder has five settings, which is fewer than many other coffee makers with grinders, but nevertheless, provides some degree of adjustability. The grinder also automatically adjusts the grind depending on the type of drink and the beans weight.Best Pour-Over Coffee Maker: Bodum 17-oz. Pour Over Coffee MakerBODUM 17oz Pour Over Coffee MakerSpecsDimensions: 4.76"D x 5.51"W x 5.71"HBrewing capacity: 17 ouncesDescaling indicator: NoProgrammable: NoUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:PortableSmallDownsides:Longer processDoesnt retain heat for much longer than 30 minutesAmazons #1 best-seller in pour-overs, this Bodum is a favorite for its ability to create a balanced taste with a low-waste approach. Its stainless steel filter makes for a rich and unimpeded flavor, and its high-heat borosilicate glass carafe keeps those flavors intact.Best Single-Serve Coffee Maker: Oxo 12-Cup Coffee Maker with Podless Single Serve FunctionOXO 12-Cup Coffee Maker with Podless Single Serve FunctionSpecsDimensions: 12.25" x 8" x 14.5"Brewing capacity: 12 cupsDescaling indicator: YesProgrammable: YesUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:ProgrammableSCA-CertifiedBrews from 2 to 12 cupsBrew directly into a mug or cupThermal carafeDownsides:Bulky compared to other Oxo modelsAnd while we love the Oxo Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker for its simplicity, we love the newer Oxo 12-Cup Coffee Maker because its anything but simple. Oxo packed as many features into this model as possibleand were certainly not complaining. For starters, as a stainless-steel 12-cup brewer, it has the largest brewing capacity of any of the Oxo coffee makers on the market. And since the single-serve option is podless (instead using ground coffee), it cuts down on waste. The SCA-certified coffee maker also uses a rainmaker showerhead to evenly distribute water over the grounds and provide an integrated bloom cycle for, like the 9-cup, the best flavor extraction. In addition, it keeps water at the perfect brew temperature. When brewing large batches of coffee, the thermal carafe keeps the coffee warm (actually hot) without the need for a hot plate.Best Pod Coffee Maker: Keurig K-Duo Plus Single Serve & Carafe Coffee MakerKeurig K-Duo Plus Single Serve & Carafe Coffee MakerSpecsDimensions: 7.68" x 15.88" x 14.9"Brewing capacity: 12 cupsDescaling indicator: NoProgrammable: YesUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:Removable multi-position water tankUses both coffee grounds and K-cup podsBrews into thermal carafe or coffee mugPause and pour featureDownsides:No descaling alertThe Keurig K-Duo Plus Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker is versatile for a single-serve coffee maker. It has a multiposition removable water tank that can be placed on the right, left, or back of the machine and its programmable, so the auto brew can be set up to 24 hours in advance. It also has the capability to pull a single brew or a whole carafe depending on your company.Best Single-Serve Coffee Maker: AeroPress Original Coffee PressAeropress Coffee and Espresso MakerSpecsDimensions: 7.9"D x 7.9"W x 14.2"HBrewing capacity: 10 oz.Descaling indicator: NoProgrammable: NoUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:PortableSmallDoesnt require electricityDownsides:ManualWork-intensiveAlthough very manual, the Aeropress takes the cake when it comes to brewing a robust and well-balanced single cup of coffee. Its highly portable, easy to clean, cheap to use and maintain (it only requires that you purchase its custom filters, but 600 are only $8), and otherwise gives your forearms a welcome light workout. Out of all our listed options, this one is the most fool-proofsimply boil water, place filter, pour grounds, pour boiled water on top, and wait a few. Its also a great camping accessory, if youre looking for a hot cup in the chilly outdoors.Most Stylish Espresso Machine: Breville Barista Express ImpressBreville Barista Express Impress Espresso MachineSpecsDimensions: 13"D x 15"W x 16"HBrewing capacity: N/ADescaling indicator: YesProgrammable: NoUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:Barista-grade espresso drinks at homeDownsides:Takes up counter spaceMore manual coffee processThis is the at-home espresso maker of all at-home espresso makers. We love the earth-tone colorways available, like Olive Tapenade and Sea Salt, to make this coffee maker a standout accessory in your kitchen. It has full barista-grade capabilities so you can create the illusion of an $7 latte without having to get yourself to a trendy coffeeshop. Though it might look complicated, its not so much harder to operate than a regular drip coffee maker, in our experience. The intelligent dosing feature automatically calculates and adjusts the amount of ground coffee based on your last grind and tamp, and the precision measurement feature autocorrects your next setup, so you dont have to do the guesswork of manually measuring your grounds.Best-Looking Coffee Machine: Technivorm Moccamaster KBGT Coffee MakerTechnivorm Moccamaster KBGT Coffee MakerSpecsDimensions: 6.7" x 11.5" x 16"Brewing capacity: 40 ouncesDescaling indicator: NoProgrammable: NoUpsides & DownsidesUpsides:Simple one-button operationTwo coffee lids: brew-thru lid and travel lidBrewing stops when carafe is removedThermal carafeSCA-certifiedAccepts both carafe and travel mugDownsides:Water tank is not removableIf you dont like complex coffee makers, the Technivorm Moccamaster KBGT Coffee Maker is as simple as it gets. Theres only one on/off buttonand when you switch it on, coffee starts brewing. The Technivorm is also one of only a handful of SCA-certified coffee brewers.The Technivorm can brew cup sizes from 10 ounces to 40 ounces (however, the company recommends a minimum brew volume of 16 ounces for best results). It provides two coffee lidsthe regular, brew-thru lid is used when making coffee but if you want to take the carafe with you, the travel lid can be used to prevent spills. Its also important to note that the automatic drip-stop pauses the brew cycle if the carafe is removed.

From significant business changes to noteworthy product launches, theres always something new happening in the world of design. In this biweekly roundup, AD PRO has everything you need to know.Design HappeningsIn Los Angeles, design fairs recalibrate for wildfire reliefSince Januarys devastating fires tore through LA, a slew of designers and makers have lent a helping hand, and the support is ongoing. Cosentino, for one, has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles on their ReBUILD LA campaign, agreeing to match donations up to $20,000 to help displaced locals with their housing needs. Furniture retailer Blu Dot is also encouraging customers who made purchases from the furniture retailer within the last year to visit their West Hollywood store to replace items they lost at no charge. Meanwhile, on February 20 during Frieze Los Angeles, 10 design destinationsincluding Apparatus, JF Chen, and Ralph Pucciwill host silent auctions benefiting disaster relief as part of the Hollywood Design Walk. Nearby, The Future Perfect spotlights the modernist furniture and handmade ceramics of Bill Willett and LGS Studio, respectivelyindustry talents directly affected by the fires.Mexico Citys Art Week democratizes ancient crafts for todayCreated in 2013 and now spanning 11 editions, Saln Acme is an art event created by artists for artists that spotlights emerging contemporary creatives.Photo: Alum GalvezMexico City Art Week 2025 kicked off in early February with Saln Acme, Trayectos 2025, Material Art Fair, BADA, and Siempre S. At Zona Maco, standout booths included Marc Straus, Furiosa, and Tyler Goldflower at Almanaque Fotogrfica. AGO Projects commenced the happenings with a dinner takeover of Mximo Bistrot, followed by Earthling, the studios installation with Taller Los Tepalcates. Other notable exhibitions included Yann Gerstbergers at OMR, Shifting Grounds at LagoAlgo, Teresa Solar Abbouds at Travesa Cuatro, Para A, and Bodegas launch with Ad Minoliti. Design made an impact with Unique Design Xs second edition and Atra Form studios showcase. Separately, collectible design highlights included Omet, Clsicos Mexicanos, and the Woven Kitchen lighting collaboration by Contramar and David Pompa. Angelika PokovbaOpeningsWorkstead crafts a pastel-infused salon for Estelle Colored Glasss debut storefront

Before he made a name for himself as the man behind No Vacancy, an eight-room Kansas City boutique hotel known for its plush bohemian interiors, Spencer Sight was a real estate agent fresh out of college. Helping other people find homes was nice, but it wasnt really creatively engaging, as he tells it, so he began buying homes on foreclosure to flip them, sharpening his interior design instincts with each successive remodel.When he caught wind of a compact two-bedroom house up for sale, he was far away from home, in Guatemala, but intrigued enough to persuade a colleague to represent him at auction one snowy morning. As Sight recalls, reception wasnt great that day, so the two were disconnected for hours before he finally got the news. I came to find out I was a proud owner of a little 700-square-foot bungalow, Sight says.The yard was xeriscaped after move-in with more native grasses and wildflowers, and several trees (like the big river birch in front) were planted there too. Despite the homes spot on a corner lot with plenty of foot traffic, Sights zeal for planting trees has also helped obscure it from prying eyes. You can leave the blinds open and all youre seeing is leaves, he explains. It has this treehouse effect and brings the outdoors in while maintaining privacy.The 1920s house in Kansas Citys Columbus Park, which was chopped up into a bunch of little rooms at first, wasnt immediately love at first inspection, but Sight saw a lot of potential. The historic Italian neighborhood itself, which reminded him of a different era, held promise of its own. I would always go over to that area and feel like I was escaping the city for a little while, he says.Flipping houses is very different from remodeling your own, though, as Sight found. He made an early decision to knock down some walls and open up the living area, which would reduce the space to a one-bedrooma choice he knew would degrade the resale value. Still, the remodeling experience did give him an edge with materials. I was never economical with the flips and I didnt use cheap materials, Sight points out, so I had a lot of good sources for tile and limewash paint, both of which combine to a splendorous effect in the earthy kitchen space. It has a warm adobe look to it, punctuated by glamorous accents like the bulb sconces, black cabinets, and wraparound marble counters.

For many Black art collectors, the home doubles as a gallery. Not just because our interiors are where we keep our most valued possessions, but, as artist and curator Jessica Gaynelle Moss explains, because we didnt have space otherwise. Historically, in the absence of institutional respect for Black artistry, domestic spaces were some of the only venues available for exhibition. We werent allowed to show in museums or galleries as artists, let alone [exhibit the pieces of] collectors who wanted to support Black artists, she says. The only spaces we could see and find each other were our homes.Per the 2022 Burns Halperin report, which surveys 31 prominent US art museums, only 2.2% of exhibitions from 2008 to 2020 were of work by Black American artists, and only 0.5% of acquisitions across the same museums were of pieces by Black American women. But shows like Gaynelle Mosss The Vault, which featured pieces from four established Charlotte, North Carolinabased Black collectors in 2023, and the Brooklyn Museums 2024 blockbuster, Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, seem to signal a shift away from the historical disregard of Black creative achievement by mainstream arenas.Public showcases like these are crucial and long overdue, though even outside of the spotlight, the practice of collecting Black art in the home offers an intangible value, one that appreciates in a way that cant be measured in dollars. Curator Kimberly Drew recalls her discussion with the designer and philanthropist Tina Knowles on the latters legendary collection, which shes been accumulating since she was 19 years old. This development of her practice as a collector [is] intergenerational: She raised two of the most significant artists of our time, Drew says, in reference to Knowless daughters, Beyonc and Solange. Theres this through line in what it means to have these kinds of things appear on our walls, in our hearts, and be a part of our livespotentially, for our entire lives.We spoke with 15 new and world-renowned collectors about the most treasured art pieces, the best ways to start collecting, and the value of living among work from creatives across the African diaspora at home.Dr. Kenneth Montague poses with Jamaican photographer Ruddy Royes series of beach portraits (20102011).Photo: Aaron Clarke courtesy of Dr. Kenneth Montague | The Wedge Collection, TorontoKenneth MontagueDr. Kenneth Montagues life is largely defined by two rewarding yet time-consuming practices. I mean, Im a dentist; Im not a Rubell or any kind of ruler of the universe. Ive had to be very stealthy, very intentional, and very strategic in how I acquire work, he says of his approach to shopping the art world. That creative constraint has proven an important strategy that has kept me away from a lot of work that [I might] regret later because I had to do the homework, to think about it, to do a studio visit. Ive never been driven by hype. Its more about: Does it have a dialogue? Is it in communication with existing works in my collection? Is it telling the stories that I want to tell about Black life?Growing up in the small Ontatio town of Windsor, Montague was typically the only Black kid in his classroom. He longed to see himself reflected in the wider world and to learn more about his culture, so he became an voracious reader of journals, books, and magazines detailing Black life. His literacy journey brought him face-to-face with more and more artwork, which inspired him to create a gallery in his own home. After Montague launched his dental office in the 90s, he opened a wedge-shaped space aptly dubbed the Wedge Gallery. Its kind of a double meaning about wedging these artists into the story of contemporary art, he adds.The concept of bringing in Black artists from abroad into the Toronto space became central to the gallery, which started generating some buzz among the local art community. People were eager to meet up and discuss the pieces. These salons started with maybe 50 people, and then after a few months, it was like 300 people in my apartment, Montague explains. It moved into this nomadic project, the Wedge Curatorial Projects, which became a nonprofit with the idea of pushing and supporting Black artists both locally and globally.AD: How would you define the Wedge Collection?Kenneth Montague: Its not exclusively Black artists. Its mostly that, but its also inclusive of artists outside of the Black community. Its almost always works that have to do with Black life, Black culture, and Black identity. It consists of works that consider the many different ways of being Black. Theres abstractionfor instance, in my home, theres a work over the fireplace by Serge Alain Nitegeka, whos a Rwandan artist, a contemporary conceptual artist. So those works have to do with color and color theory.Then there are works that are much more straight-ahead portraiture and figurative painting. I have some great photography from people like Ming Smith and Gordon Parks, Canadian equivalents like June Clark and so forth. These are all artists who are thinking about different aspects of our culture, and sometimes its expressed through portraiture and figurative painting, but other times its through abstraction and even installation work, sometimes sculpture. Im not bound by any particular media, the thing that ties the collection together is considering the many different ways of being Black.What are your first memories of being moved by a piece of art?My inspiration was probably as a 10-year-old growing up across from Detroit and going to the Detroit Institute of Arts Museum, seeing incredible artworks as a kid. This image by James Van Der Zee, the Harlem Renaissance photographer, of a couple in raccoon coats in front of their Harlem Brownstone with the Cadillac was the thing that really inspired me, even though I wasnt thinking, as a 10-year-old, Im going to be an art collector!Thats the first time that I felt like I wanted to have a longer relationship with the work that I saw on the wall than just kind of seeing it in a gallery; I wanted to live with it and tell stories and bring other images into the conversation. In my thirties, I was able to purchase a print of that very work that inspired me as a 10-year-old from the late artists wife, Donna Mussenden Van Der Zee. So that really was the first image that set me on a path with my Wedge Collection.Aurora James in her living room with a piece by Mickalene ThomasPhoto: Ford BlitzerAurora JamesAs the founder of Brother Vellies, a CFDA-approved label that celebrates traditional African design practices, and the Fifteen Percent Pledge, a nonprofit with the mission of encouraging major retailers and corporations to put a minimum of 15% of their annual purchasing power toward Black-owned businesses, it goes without saying that fashion designer Aurora James is someone who values Black artistry. Promoting the work of creatives in her community is what busies the entrepreneurs professional life, and she weaves that same common thread into her approach to the aesthetic of her own Laurel Canyon abode.Though it was love at first sight with the cottage (it was the first spot James toured in her July 2020 search), moving to the West Coast took her away from her established network of creatives in NYC. Displaying artwork was a way to keep them close. In Brooklyn, Tyler Mitchell was my next-door neighbor. I used to see Mickalene [Thomas] or Jordan Casteel or Tschabalala [Self] or Tyler on the street. I thought, I need them here with me in LA, she says. The Black creative community is so supportive of one another. Mickalene was my very first collaboration at Brother Vellies, we made a batch of shoes together and her early support was fundamental for me. Walking into my house and seeing her work is a reminder of how important it is to continue paying it forward. To James, the pieces displayed also serve another purpose with respect to documenting Black creativity. Aside from the fact that the work Ive had the pleasure of collecting is just phenomenal and speaks to a specific moment in time, I was raised with this Nigerian proverb: Until the lion has a historian, the hunter will always be the hero, she adds.AD: What advice would you give to people who are just starting out on their collecting journey and specifically looking to acquire work by Black artists?Aurora James: Take your time. Acquire the pieces that you feel like you cant live without. The other day, someone was talking to me about a piece of art and they asked if I thought it was a good investment. I was like, Ugh, if you start thinking about it like that, it just takes away some of the magic. Is it a good investment for your well-being and your enjoyment of the space? When I get to see this work all the time, it makes me better at everything else that Im doing. Personally, I want to own everything thats in my collection for the rest of my life. Sometimes collecting is also about waiting for the right pieces to be born; I would love to acquire a Henry Taylor one day. I would love to have some kind of epic Simone [Leigh] sculpture outside of my house one day, but I need a different house for that, and possibly a different job.How would you kind of describe your style as a collector? Do you feel like the art in your home has a thematic coherence?I noticed the other day that there seems to be a theme of hands. In that Mickalene work downstairs in the living room theres an absence of hands, and then also one in the dining room theres an absence of hands. But I have a sculpture thats all hands, and then in the Tschabalala [Self piece] on the stairs the hands are my favorite part. It might have to do with agency, but I also really love sculpture and I really love process. I dont think theres a predominant theme thoughhow things make me feel is critical.Khalil Kinsey at home. Fences 2 by Will Maxen hangs in the background. Kinseys personal collection includes works by Alma Thomas, Norman Lewis, Phoebe Beasley, Salim Green, Jamil Baldwin, Kermit Oliver, Roy DeCarava, Hebru Brantley, Shaniqwa Jarvis, and Virgil Abloh.Photo: Topshelf JuniorKhalil KinseyFor many people, the practice of building a collection is a lifetimes work; collectors may find themselves further drawn into the art world in adulthood after decades of refining their tastes, and years more of growing entrenched within creative communities. But some, like Khalil Kinsey, can only be described as natives to the scene. Kinseys parents, Bernard and Shirley, started their namesake Kinsey Collection in the early 70s and have since established it as one of the foremost collections of Black art. The pieces have been shown in venues as esteemed as the National Museum of African American History and Culture, as far from the familys California home as the University of Hong Kong Museum and Gallery, and as mainstream as Good Morning America.As my parents were starting to collect, they had been starting to travel the world, which illuminated their love for culture and informed them of how to preserve. They started collecting from a global lens, Khalil says of the collections genesis. And then when I was born, there was this convergence of them being immersed in the LA Black art scene, and them knowing instantly that when it comes to reflection and knowledge of self, there was a lot that they needed to and wanted to impart to me at that time and moving forward. It really, I think, shifted their focus. Today, Khalils own focus is on stewardship as the collections general manager and chief curator. While he works to preserve that family legacy, hes expanding it as the owner and director of his own LA gallery, Context Projects.Kinsey poses alongside the continuum of something that no longer exists by Jamil Baldwin. The work is a photograph that stretches 20 feet long when unfurled.Photo: Topshelf JuniorAD: What are some of your earliest memories of being really moved by a piece of art?Khalil Kinsey: When I was around eight, my family was at a gallery in Vancouver, British Columbia. There was this incredible carved Inuit fox. My parents were deliberating on whether or not to purchase it and I was absolutely in love with it, but they chose not to. I remember crying. I was so looking forward to living with this art, and I remember being really disappointed and upsetits a very privileged place to come from, but at the same time, I do remember feeling a personal connection to it. There were always artworks that I connected to; Ive always been a lover of abstract works. Thats what our personal collection really represents, primarily, is Black abstraction. As a collector, you go through phases of collecting, just like artists go through phases of expression. Things that you love take on different meanings over time.How do you know a piece is right for your personal collection?Does it continue to hit me at different times? Thats when I know. But it also comes from learning more of who created it and their story. Its the best when the artist and I are able to meet and connect, because then I understand the spirit in which something is made. I understand the subject matter more, or what prompted them to create in this way, and so that it increases my reverence for it, and also changes how Im able to share it with others. It really comes down to do I love itor do we love it. My wifes got to enjoy it as well.Natasha Roberts at home with her Kamiesha Garbadawala piece. Its really gestural, energetic abstraction. And she uses interference paint, which reacts to light, Roberts says.Photos: Courtesy of Natasha RobertsNatasha RobertsIndependent curator and art advisor Natasha Roberts has built a career around connecting art world movers and shakers and discovering new creatives. Founded in 2017, The Know offers a suite of services to artists, collectors, developers, brands, and nonprofit partners. Being in-the-know about artistic goingson has taught the New Yorkbased professional that understanding what pieces work best in clients projects or in collectors homes is a much bigger job than simply scanning over artists CVs. She recommends aspiring collectors to explore a lot, see as much as you can, and really try to collect what you likewhich might involve a trip to a local gallery, a visit to an art fair, or some casual Instagram perusing.AD: What lessons have you learned on the job that apply to acquiring work for your private collection?Natasha Roberts: My approach is facilitating conversations publicly and interpersonally. So as a collector, I gravitate toward artists who have a deep sense of self and an enthusiastic feeling about their own work, because thats contagious. Working with collector clients, and also myself, I prioritize studio visits and artist discovery at large and small fairs. I met Destiny Belgrave, who was working on paper cuts and amazing prints that I now have in my own collection, at her booth at Spring Break years ago. And five years later, shes shown in some incredible galleries, even the renowned A.I.R. Gallery in Brooklyn. I go to MFA exhibitions and encourage collectors to do that as well. As a publicist, I need to know what people are talking about and have an awareness of the value-add for collections, but it feels gratifying personally to meet an artist before most people really picked up on them and then see them on an amazing trajectory years later.Whats your favorite piece at home? Does your artwork inform your other decor?I am a neutrals girl, so my art brings in the color and personality to my living spaces. I have a large-scale abstract piece by Kamiesha Garbadawala [pictured above], and its got these shiny metallic blues, black tones, and negative space. Ive had the pleasure of working with her and getting to know her over the years, shes actually a former accessories designer for brands like Celine and Ralph Lauren who shifted toward this new creative practice that really speaks in conversation with artistic predecessors like Jack Whitten and Pierre Soulages.I really love the way she plays with light and darkness. Her work is a part of numerous important collections, including fairly noteworthy Black collectors. The piece is in my living room on the largest wall possible, its the size of my body. Its a transitional piece because during the day, it has a flash: The blue really lights up and its electric in my very neutral space. It also reflects the sky on the windows that you see on the other side of the room. At night, it brings a moodiness into my home, because Im using off-whites and soft fabrics and wood around the living room. So it brings a little bit of edginess to the space.Pounder-Kone alongside pieces in her Louisiana dwellingexhibition space, Corentyne Cottage. She often sets aside a small part of the house to showcase a local artist. The Nkisi-inspired paintings pictured here are by Jamaican-born New Orleanian Patrick Waldemar.Photo: C. Freedom courtesy of Commissioner (@cmxnr)CCH Pounder-KoneActor CCH Pounder is well-known for her work on The Shield, The X-Files, and most recently in the James Camerons blockbuster Avatar franchise, but all the while, shes been dedicating herself to a completely separate legacy offscreen. Pounder is a highly regarded patron of the arts, with a private collection that contains hundreds of works. These pieces have been exhibited at the likes of Art Institute of Chicago, Spelman College Museum of Art, and the National Portrait Gallery in London.AD: Are there any common themes in the pieces you find yourself most drawn to?CCH Pounder-Kone: Many years ago, my husband walked in the door one day and he said, Who are all these women on the wall? Im just married to one womanwho are all these women? I didnt realize that I had a collection that heavily featured the female image, and I didnt think that I was in need of reaffirming to myself that, Here we are, we exist in the world. But it was my muse, and my attraction was for women of color. That comment, though, turned me into a collector-collector, because then I realized that I had a one-sided vision of my art world. And so I brought in a few men that I really liked. Then I thought to myself, You have portraitures. What about a little abstract? It gradually evolved into a fairly substantial, diverse collection. Though the women still are supreme, because I had been doing that for so long that its an old habit.What would you say is important to consider in terms of art preservation in the home?You do come to a point where youre slightly beyond a collector. I have over 500 piecesmaybe over 700, including the works of porcelain, works of clay, and African statuary. Ive seen a lot of people with pieces displayed wall-to-wall, and I think a lot of us don't pay attention to maintenance. Maintenance is a huge thing. I live in the southern part of the world where humidity is a problem and paintings should be checked back and front. When I lived in the cold part of the world, paintings should be checked for cracking and the changes, and especially Contemporary art, as oil paintings can be oil mixed with a little gesso mixed with some acrylic along with some other stuff in it that doesnt necessarily bind forever.There was a year when I wasnt allowed to shop for anything, which kills me, but it was a maintenance year. This was a year of, Lets go through the stacks. Lets make sure that everybody is happy. The plastics not melted, its not too hot. All that temperature, moisture, all of those things, my house is rigged for that. Its a challenge because you see things and you go, You mean Ive got to buy equipment instead of that gorgeous painting? Learn what your paintings need to go the long haul to be there in the next century. Thats what Im really after.Model and curator Gabrielle Richardson at a Tory Burch show during New York Fashion Week.Photo: Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Tory BurchGabrielle RichardsonNew York-based model and curator Gabrielle Richardson has crafted her New York apartment as a livable showcase of her own art collection. Before I even had any of this furniture, I had these pieces, she says. I actually painted my piano red to match one of my paintings.Richardson has modeled for the likes of Gucci and Prada and boasts her own Manhattan gallery, 25 Allen Street. Despite her elite bona fides in the realm of aesthetics, her entry into the echelon of art scene heavy hitters was through Art Hoe Collective, a Tumblr art group that provided grants and curated pop-up art shows for young queer artists of color across the country. They were our peers, and I was just this 23-year-old stacking up all these works by artists who have become, to a certain extent, significantly more notable as they have developed their practice, she reflects. I have all these really early pieces by them and thats really exciting.AD: Have you intentionally tried to build a collection by Black artists?Gabrielle Richardson: My practice was always around supporting and illuminating the careers of queer artists of color. I was always invested more so in Black art than any other art just because its my identity. I went to art school and I know the struggle of a Black artist, but when it comes to building my collection it wasnt purposeful per se because these pieces were gifted to me. I do think to a certain extent theres a bit of divine alignment because its the work I supported and it was like what I was giving was being given back.Who inspires you in the curatorial world?Im obsessed with Thelma Golden, obviously because of how she promotes and investigates Black art by what she puts in the Studio Museum, but how that art interacts with the neighborhood around it, like the Black artists who are selling work on the street. She had a show way back when I was a baby and in it she had a lot of what would not be considered highbrow Black artists from Harlem. She interrogates what makes Black art, Black art. I think for any person collecting, lets look at the person on the street, lets look at the person in your school to learn your own taste. And if you like something, lets start putting that in our homes.Joyner in 2019, pictured with a sculpture from Kevin Beasley called Aurora, 2018. At right is a painting Eastern Star, 1971, from William T. Williams.Photo: Liz Hafalia/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty ImagesPamela JoynerIts impossible for renowned collector and philanthropist Pamela Joyner to pinpoint the beginning of her fascination with art. Her childhood was shaped by museum days and live performances. But after meeting the historian and curator Lowery Stokes Sims while studying at Harvard Business School, Joyner was alerted to the urgency of crafting a narrativereally, sort of unveiling an existing narrative, and creating a legacy of Black artists who have been unfairly overlooked.The Joyner/Giuffrida Collection is that legacy. Three decades into the project, Joyner and her husband, Fred Giuffrida, have amassed one of the worlds most significant private collections of Black art. Primarily painting, as well as some sculpture, the works span from 1945 to the present day. While the pieces certainly beautify the couples homes in Lake Tahoe and New York City, their aspirations for the collection extend beyond the property lines: I think its important for friends and family, but we are very active lenders, weve written a couple of books, I sit on four museum boards, and weve done a traveling exhibition of the highlights of our collection, she explains. The purpose of the collection is to get it into the public domain, the most important of those domains being the lineage of scholarship.AD: How often are you procuring new pieces for the collection?Pamela Joyner: Every 10 days, Im buying a piece of art. As you were calling, I was emailing someone about a new piece. Thats just part of how we have been growing the collection. We love living with our art. Between the two homes, we have installed currently about 425 works of art.The other thing we have always been very active about doing is opening our home regularly to various groups, maybe two dozen times a year, because institutions have such a long lead time to be able to show in their respective spaces, and because many of the artists that we have championed have been overlooked. We host salons, we have an artist residency. Getting people in to see the work is a very important part of our collecting mission. When you walk in my home, its kind of ready for me to do a docent tour. We do this regularly.Joyners Lake Tahoe home required plywood behind each piece of plaster to accommodate the art that would be hung there, some of which weighs as much as 800 pounds.Photo: Chris GrunderWhat does stewarding such a vast collection of Black art mean to you?Being a custodian brings with it a lot of responsibility. Youre taking other peoples creative outputs, which represent who they are personally, and each individual has to decide what that stewardship should look like. One thing I have tried to do over the years is to know most of the artists that I collect. Theres some Ive never had the pleasure of meeting because they passed away earlier or what have you, but most of the artists, I have known. I ask them what they want done with the work, and I try to do what I say Im going to do. Most of them want visibility in the major institutions, and if there are shows that come up, they want you to lend, or if you are inclined to donate, they want you to donate the work to the institutions. We do a lot of both to the fullest extent of our capability, sometimes beyond.Anthony at home beside a work by Ernie Barnes.Photo: Nate WolduCarmelo AnthonyCarmelo Anthony envisioned his 13,000-square-foot Westchester County, New York, home as a rotating gallery, curated by me. The NBA legend has been developing his curatorial eye for the better part of two decades. He got into the game the way many do, through sizing up pieces by the big-name art-world players, before realizing that the work dominating mainstream museums and galleries wasnt necessarily the closest to his heart: I started buying artbig art, pricey artand then I was like, Nah, Id rather go tap into the youth. Whats the Black art community doing? he tells AD. At that point, it was coming from a support standpoint as opposed to understanding what I was buying. It was all exploratory. I wanted to go talk to the artists, put my boots on the ground, and become a student of the art industry, so I started finding up and coming Black artists and artists of color.Its safe to say that Anthony has realized his curatorial vision within his New York abode, which AD toured last fall. A trove of artwork by the likes of Ernie Barnes, Kehinde Wiley, Hebru Brantley, and Nathaniel Mary Quinn lines nearly every space. Its an eclectic collection that hes clearly been chipping away at for quite some timetrue blue Melo fans might recall his 2004 home tour on MTVs Cribs, where a 19-year-old Anthony displayed a piece depicting himself, basketball in hand, side-by-side with Jesus. In the 20 years since, the hoops icons tastes may have shifted some, but his affinity for living among whimsical, narrative-rich pieces remains the same as it ever was.AD: What legacy do you want your collection to have?Carmelo Anthony: I was able to tap into the artists of my collection early and see as they transitioned to different mediums and tried different things, adding more skills to their game, like we say in basketball. I got a chance to see Nathaniel Mary Quinn and Nelson Makamo from the beginning, and to work with Kehinde Wiley in his studio and have conversations with him.Identifying creatives and supporting their vision early is the game I play. Once I buy, Im a supporter, Im not just buying it and thats it; I want to follow your journey. I want talk to you. I want to come to the studio. So it is more of a continuous relationship, not just transactional.Which pieces are your most treasured? Has any work in particular been inspiring you lately?My Stan Squirewell piece. It has so many layers to it, so much depth. When I see that, it gives me that motivation to go conquering, and get in attack mode. Its very hard to choose one though, to be honest with you. Because every day is different. My motivation is different every day. My inspiration is different every day.Chevremont at home with two pieces from her collection. Left: Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, The Signifying Donkeys Feat, 2003; right:Leslie Hewitt, Riffs on Real Time, 200205.Photo: Tyler HenryRacquel ChevremontRacquel Chevremont found herself with some downtime when she was working as a model in Europe. When she wasnt on set, she began frequenting art museums. But it wasnt until she moved back to New York that she discovered the pieces that really called out to her. Chevremont was introduced to the Studio Museum in Harlem, which, as its website notes, was spawned from the near-complete exclusion of artists of African descent from mainstream museums, commercial art galleries, academic institutions, and scholarly publications.At that point, I realized that this was what I wanted to collect, Chevremont says. I noticed that a lot of the artists were not being collected by people that looked like us, and also, if they were, it was not the contemporary artists. She would go on to join the museums acquisitions committee.The art curator and advisor has built a career on stewardship of art, sourcing pieces for everything from museums to movies. Unsurprisingly, her own New York abode is a love letter to her lifes work, with 70 or 80 pieces across a range of media, the majority of which are by Black artists like Lorna Simpson, Glenn Ligon, Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, Deborah Roberts, and Toyin Ojih Odutola.AD: What is the value for you in keeping Black artwork in the home?Racquel Chevremont: You pass it on. You create this legacy, but also, if you have children, having art that they can connect to promotes self-esteem and self-expression. They dont get to see themselves in museums all the time, and its important for children to see themselves reflected in the images in their homenot necessarily just photographs of themselves, but images that they know are out there. Within the last decade or so, Black artists have become very popular within the contemporary art scene, so there are more [Black artists featured] in museums now than there were when I first started collecting, but still not as many as there should be.What would you say to those hoping to start their own collections and feeling intimidated by the acquisition process?There are some intimidating things that I would tell people to just ignore. When I first started collecting, I would go into galleries and if I asked a question about a piece, it would almost be as if I was irritating them. Somehow, if there was anything I was interested in, everything was always sold. I had to get [curator] Thelma [Golden]s help for a piece at one point when a gallery was telling me something wasnt available, yet I had spoken to another collector who said it was. That was frustrating. I have experienced being [quoted at] different price points than other friends of mine. But anyway, I would say do not be intimidated: Go into a gallery, and if there are any issues, its so much easier these days to find the artist online. Reach out to them directly and say, I saw your show. I absolutely love it. I know its sold out. Are you showing with any other galleries?And join committees! Its relatively inexpensive as a young collector. All these museums have youth groups with particular prices for those under 40 and they hold lots of events for those groups, because they are cultivating the future collectors. When you meet an artist, ask them, Who are the artists you would recommend that I look at? Also, the internet now [makes it] so easy; look at all the artists you can get your hands on, and figure out what you like. Go to art fairs. For a young collector, the main art fairs are daunting. Everythings ridiculously expensive. But theyre worth going to, to see whats out there. Go to the smaller fairs too. One of my favorite small fairs is Untitled, in Miami, its great. Its smaller galleries and oftentimes more emerging artists, so you can discover new people.Perry and his family with Thelma Golden (left), director and chief curator of the Studio Museum in Harlem.Photo: Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for Museum of Modern ArtElliot PerryIn the summer of 1996, Charles Barkley took a group of NBA players that included Elliot Perry over to Japan. For 17 hours there, and the 17 hours on the way back, former player and then coach Darrell Walker sat beside Perry and jumpstarted his interest in the arts. I really didnt know anything, I just listened, Perry, who played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Orlando Magic, and Phoenix Suns, tells AD. And when I got back in the States and that season started, he would always say, Hey, I see youll be in New York, or youll be in Boston, or LA, or wherevergo to this show, go to this artists studio.For about a year, Perry did as he was coached. He felt like an amateur, but he was a voracious student, reading lots of catalogs, books, and looking at as much artwork as he could. One particular show by Walter Evans, MD, in Little Rock, Arkansas, set him on a determined course from art appreciator to collector: I wanted to collect at that level. It jarred me into [my role] today, into thinking that this is what I was going to do for the next 30, 40 years.The Elliot and Kimberly Perry Collection (named for Perry and his wife) consists of between 250 and 260 pieces, at the moment. The nearly 30 years since he began his journey have been marked by a sea change in the broader industrys appetite for Black artistry, and for Perry, witnessing the artists featured in his collection get their due is the icing on the cakei.e., cool, but not the cake. Thats just a part of the art world, its all about validation and who says what and who validates the work, he says. Weve never really gotten caught up in that, which is why our mission now is collecting a lot of these artists at the beginning of their careers. We always tell an artist that we see value in your work right now.AD: What kinds of pieces do you gravitate toward?Elliot Perry: In 2004, we did a one-eighty and only started collecting living contemporary artists, and many of those artists were emerging. Thats where our sweet spot is and we feel really comfortable. The works that were living with now, a lot of them are good friends of mine: Rashid Johnson, Hank Willis Thomas, Titus Kaphar. Those are some of my favorite works. Theaster Gates is another friend, Mickalene Thomas was one of the first artists we reached out to when we made the switch to collecting only emerging contemporary artists. Torkwase Dyson is another favorite, of course, and we really love Lynette Boakye.What legacy do you hope that your collection has?A legacy of chance-taking. The mission has always been to show what artists of color are doing at every level. When you look at some of the conversations that weve decided to have, we took a chance on collecting some works that are visually not easy to deal with, but we love to have those conversations. So, I would hope that the legacy of our collection is that somebody can look at it and say that we were brave and that we were, I hate to say, ahead of our time, that we were supporting artists really ahead of the curve.Gaynelle Moss at home. Artists from left: Deborah Roberts, Carris Adams, Ayanah Moor, Tsedaye Makonnen, and Nakeya Brown Cook. The two teal chairs are original Swan chairs, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the lobby and lounge areas of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen.Photo: Jade LillyJessica Gaynelle MossJessica Gaynelle Moss is still receiving letters from collectors worldwide about Vault, the show she guest curated at the Mint Museum, which wrapped in the fall. The dispatches are mostly from Black collectors, who she says are excited to share what they have, but havent had an opportunity to do so publicly and are seeing me as a vessel or as a doula. Its really interesting how that seed has extended the conversation well beyond the closing of the exhibition.Gaynelle Mosss intent with Vault was to essentially bring each collectors home into the Mint Museum so that when Black audience members walked into the space, there was this semblance of home for them, too, this familiarity, this universal line. Blackness is not a monolith, she emphasizes, and each collection was unique, but there are some things that are just true connectors, she explains. Generations of Black people from all over came into this museum space and said that they felt like home.The artist and independent curator also has a real estate development practice geared toward rehabbing properties in predominantly Black communities and reopening them to Black artists. This, plus the nature of her job as an independent curator, means she goes where the work is. For her, home is a fluid construct. Wherever the space [Im residing in] is, I choose to invest in the artists who call themselves local there, she says.AD: How was the name Vault chosen?Jessica Gaynelle Moss: Part of why we called the exhibition Vault was because Black peoples homes are their vaults, where they have their most prized possessions for safekeeping. To be able to open to open our vaults and share that publicly, collaboratively, and to demonstrate that legacy that so many people dont knowbecause it has been intentionally hidden or discarded as invaluable, or discreditedfor that legacy to be shared, seen, and witnessed, thats the whole point.What does investing in Black artistry mean to you?This object is just a reminder of my investment in this individual over time. Its so much less about whatever X amount dollar piece thats on the wall, and more about how that small investment probably propelled this artist further in the direction that theyd like to go in their journey in a way that I cant even quantify. People always ask, How are you able to afford this? Im not rich. I do acknowledge my privilege, but I am not wealthy. What is important to me is that I take a percentage of my check every month and I choose to invest it in this field that I am so dedicated to and to the individuals that I really believe in. This is philanthropy.A painting by Nigerian artist Victor Ehikhamenor is displayed in Onuzos foyer.Photo: Courtesy of Chibundu OnuzoChibundu OnuzoLondon-based author and singer Chibundu Onuzo did not grow up in a home with art. So in her 20s, when she decided to get more serious about her relationship to visual arts, she wasnt quite sure how. In a 2021 piece she penned for The Art Newspaper, she chronicled her entry into the world of collecting: A friend of mine, the artist Victor Ehikhamenor, introduced me to looking. Just look, he said, and see how you feel about a piece. I didnt have to know the history of Renaissance painting, Impressionism, Abstract Expressionism or any other -ism. Some factors were out of her handslike financial constraints, or the gallery that told her flat out we dont sell to collectors we dont knowbut others, like apprehension about being a beginner in a new space, were surmountable.If youve not been raised in an environment where people buy art, it doesnt make sense to you, she tells AD. Today, keeping pieces in the home makes a lot more sense to Onuzo. The room she joins our Zoom from is filled with different pieces that inspire her during the writing process. Well on her way into her own journey, shes taken to spreading the gospel: Onuzo held an event at her home where she invited a friend who runs the Black-owned Tafeta gallery in London to speak to 20 or 25 of her other palsbasically to tell them why they should be collecting art, she says. African and African diaspora art is having a massive hot moment, but a lot of the collectors of this work are not from my community. Theyre not African and theyre not Black. Maybe, for example, instead of spending on two holidays this year, you go on one holiday and buy a piece of art that can go on to increase in value and can be passed on. Thats something I want to see more of: African and Black collectors and people of color entering the space, not just as makers of the work, but as people who own the work and share the work.AD: What was the process of buying your first piece like?Chibundu Onuzo: I saw it on Twitter, of all places. A gallery in Nigeria called Rele Gallery posted an image of it. Most of the time when you see art, you think, Oh, I like that, thats nice. And I had the first [feeling of] I want to buy this. I just DMd them on Twitter saying, Can I buy it? How does one buy it? Can you own it? They sent me the price and I could afford it. It wasnt a big amount, but it felt huge, because Id never spent anything like that on art. I didnt know anybody who spent their disposable income like that. It is a collage of a womans face done in fabric and painted on a background, and I just thought it was so beautiful. People who see it always think its one of my sisters who Im very close to. So maybe subconsciously Im like, Oh, its my sister. I dont see that it looks like her. I just liked the composition and the colors and just found it very striking.I remember telling the price to a friend, who knew nothing about art and art pricing, and she was like, That seems a lot. I took the jump and I remember feeling very scared doing it because I didnt have anybody to consult. One of my next steps was to find a community of other people who were interested in arts that I could talk through these sort of decisions with.Would you say that you intentionally started building a collection of Black artists?I started locally, with Nigerian artist Marcellina Akpojotor. And then I bought Victor [Ehikhamenor], my friend, who was an artist. Then it came naturally for me to start off by collecting Nigerian art and then Ghanaian art, because the subject matter was accessible; I understood it and it didnt need to be explained to me. Initially, I was drawn to figurative work, and I think I still am, because I understand it.Traore beside a piece by Moya Garrison-Msingwana (b. 1994) PILE_015, 2022, Acrylic on Canvas; 30x 42 in.Photo: Aren JohnsonHannah TraoreI think everything about the art world is intimidating, which is one of the reasons I opened a space, says Hannah Traore of her eponymous gallery on the Lower East Side, which she debuted in 2022 at the age of 26. Its especially intimidating to Black people and people who arent billionaires and dont look like billionaires. In just a few years, Traore has established herself as a gallerist who champions the work of artists of color, both emerging and well-known.Her education in the arts has been lifelong; her mother was a fiber artist and sold West African art before starting her family. Art camps and museum visits as a child begot an art minor at Skidmore College and some early investments in the work of friends. A clear portent of Traores future success in the art world was her senior thesis, for which she curated an exhibit featuring works by Mickalene Thomas and Derek Adams.She set a goal to purchase a piece from each show upon opening the Hannah Traore Gallery. Closing every single show is hard for me. I cant even imagine how the artists feel, she says. Its like Im losing a part of myself. Whenever she tells others of this practice, they tend to remark on what a clever financial strategy it is. And while that may be true, thats not the way I collect, Traore explains. I dont plan on selling any of the work I buy. I buy it to give to my kids and to enjoy. I buy pieces that make me feel goodwhich is funny, because thats the title of Tyler [Mitchell]s show!AD: Do you have any thoughts around the recent rise in interest around Black art?Hannah Traore: A lot of people talk about Black art as if its a trend, which frustrates me because were not a trend. Keeping Black art in the home and continuing to buy Black art prove that, solidifying Black arts place in art history.I always insist this about who I show in my gallery, but also in my personal collection: Theres not one artist Ive bought or shown because theyre Black or because theyre queer. Im buying it or showing it because its excellent; they happen to be those things. I think whats dangerous is that some collectors, often the white ones, are buying Black art because its by a Black artist. If thats the case, whats the longevity of that? Whats the plan? Making sure that those collecting Black art arent seeing it as a trend is important for a gallerists to figure out: Is this person buying this piece so that they can say that they own a work by a Black artist? Is this going to be the token Black piece in their home? Do they actually care about the artists in this work? Its important for people to think about that, and then for gallerists to make sure that theyre making decisions that hopefully will stop that from happening.What are some of your most treasured pieces in the collection?For sure the pieces by my artists. Working on the show together and having had the pieces in my gallerywhich feels like my home, and my babyand then that coming to my actual homeI cant narrow it down, I love all my artists.An artwork by David Leggett appears among Drews collection of Black books.Photo: Courtesy of Kimberly DrewKimberly DrewFor author and Pace Gallery curator Kimberly Drew, amassing largely Black artists for the walls of her home was organicin fact, its almost like breathing, she says, to think about having artists that tell stories that relate to you and have them as part of your collection. She began with pieces by Theresa Chromati, Iman Person, and February James.Platforming Black women artists is important for Drew in both her capacity as curator and a collector. Doing so is rewarding, but also just logical: she finds that a lot of the most exciting work today is from Black women creatives. My framework is just thinking about supporting artists who I feel a very kindred connection with, she says. I know how integral it is to show up and support Black women artists. It just so happens that theyre some of my favorite artists; Theyre working in mediums that are immersive, expansive. One of my greatest points of pride is watching artists really ascend into their practices.AD: What would you say are the most cherished pieces of artwork in your home?Kimberly Drew: I think I love my babies all the same! Just to name a few, I have two of my favorite photographs on view in my kitchen. One is by Shaniqwa Jarvis, who is a dear friend. Its this really beautiful print that she made for Pictures for Elmhurst, where a bunch of artists came together to do incredible fundraiser for Elmhurst Hospital in Queens. Then I have another one by Lelanie Foster, a kind of behind-the-scenes from Queen & Slim, which was styled by one of my best friends, Shiona Turini. Theyre in these costumes that Shiona made herself, wearing these earrings that my friend Melody Ehsani made.These two photographs, for me, represent the core of what I hope to do as a collector. Both Shaniqwa and Lelanie are friends and heroes. For me, its really that; yes, I collect Black artists, but I live a Black life. Thats a privilege that so many other Black people dont have throughout their lifetimes. Black women have so many odds stacked against us, so I really appreciate being able to invest in their lives and careers.How would you describe the ethos of the art in your home? Do the pieces share anything thematically or cohere in some way?I started collecting 10 years ago officially, and I would say that the first few years were just kind of for the love of it. But I now am at a point where I am interested in collecting works that represent intimacies. I got this Jeffrey Cheung painting of these two lovers entwined that now hangs in my bedroom. I realized I have this really incredible Adam Pendleton print that I bought thats a tribute to Julius Eastman and Eastmans Evil Nigger series.So thats the story that Im at right now. My last chapter was getting David Leggett works, because I wanted things that were funny and just a little tongue-in-cheek. I have them Easter-egged around my apartment. Then other impetus, I would say is that I have a collection that features a lot of artists first sales. That, for me, is just like, Yay, I get to support my friends! These things hold value.Barnett at home in her Brooklyn, New York, town house.Photo: Ashok SinhaMalene BarnettAs an artist and founder of the Black Artists + Designers Guild (BADG), it was only natural for Malene Barnett to craft her Brooklyn town house as a tribute to Black artistry. Among work by Nate Lewis, Wura-Natasha Ogunji, and Terry Boddie are her own pieces, including a ceramic tile installation along the fireplace area which she calls her legacy wall.Barnett acknowledges the significance of institutional recognition and the impact that attention has on an artists life. Still, she considers the home as a gallery space all its own, and one thats worthy of respect, for that matter. I think we undervalue our homes as an archive because were so used to thinking about these bigger institutions, that theres more value if [pieces are shown] there, Barnett says. But I dont think the value is any different. I think when we stop putting hierarchy on these spaces, more people would be inclined to buy the work that they like.Filling her house with the work of Black artists in particular has given way to a comforting sense of belonging for Barnett. When Im home, I never feel out of place because Im always surrounded by creativity, in so many ways and so many materials, she says. So it inspires my practice as well.AD: How would you describe your style as a collector?Malene Barnett: Im merging time periods, but still within that contemporary lens. [In my home] youll see Senufo sculptures, but then youll also see a ceramic vessel from a local potter. I have pottery from Colombia. Youll see a more contemporary painting. It goes across mediums too. Im a tactile person and a maker, so I like the work to have dimension, if they can. I have a lot of textile work, thats another important medium in my collection.Do you have any words of advice for people who are just beginning to collect?Im still very much in the beginning stages, and I think the rule is simple; just like we say with pretty much anything that you want in your life, buy what you like. You cant worry about if this artist going to become a big name and if the piece is going to go up in value. We get caught up in capitalism when we think that way. To be honest, when we think about art made from Black people, it was never about that. We made, because we needed.

When the French architect and designer Pierre Chareau conceived Maison de Verre in 1928 for Parisian art patrons Annie Bernheim and Dr. Jean Dalsace, the homes glass-block faade, which allowed light to pour in by day and glow from within at night, was radically modern.. At that time, Saint-Gobain, which produced the vitreous bricks, couldnt even guarantee that the still-new building material was weatherproof. But nearly a century later the houseand its namesake verrehas shown its staying power in more ways than one.The earliest examples of glass blockssometimes called glass lenseswere actually a quite artisanal product. Handmade from blown glass, the varieties that emerged in the late 1800s were praised for their ability to regulate climate, fend off moisture, and create privacy without eliminating light. Ripe with industrial potential, the hollow blocks found their way into the pioneering International Style architecture of Le Corbusier and others. Still, it wasnt until the 70s and 80s that, cast en masse and relatively simple to install, they became a fixture of Streamline Moderne buildings, SoHo lofts, and, we would be remiss to omit, weird postmodern bathroom renovations.Today, after doing some time as a design dont, theyre back in vogue. At Bridges, a new Manhattan restaurant by AD100 designer Billy Cotton, glass-block walls delineate space while maintaining airy elegance. At a chalet in Megve, Elliot Barnes used it to clad a passageway to an indoor pool. And in a block-encased Los Angeles bathroom, Charlap Hyman & Herrero created a luminous honeycomb.I use it in areas where a bit of privacy and light are needed, explains interior designer Darren Jett, who says, my favoriteapplications are showers, like the round one floating in the middle of a bedroom in our SoHo loft. He doesnt mind the 70s connotation but emphasizes the materials versatility. I imagine a glass-block room with Napoleon III furniture or Art Deco seating and rugsthe tension it creates can be heavenly.

Harry Styles has come a long way from his humble beginnings in Worcestershire, England. In the decade since he and the rest of the One Direction lads made their debut on the international music scene, hes gone from boy band member to one-man show, holding court at Madison Square Garden and rocking out alongside the likes of Stevie Nicks and Bruce Springsteen. Styles has also gotten into the A-list pastime of building up an impressive real estate portfolio, growing the number of places that he can call home at any given point during his world tours. As for his latest album, Harrys House, the title was both inspired by Haruomi Hosonos 1973 album Hosono House and the sensation of actually, well, being at his house.When I took that title [and] put it to the songs we were making, it felt like it took on this whole new meaning, he told Zane Lowe in an interview about the album. It was about: Okay, imagine its a day in my housewhat do I go through? A day in my mindwhat do I go through? Here, weve rounded up some of the places where Styles may have daydreamed his album into being.2010Styles got his big break in 2010 when he auditioned for The X Factor. Though he tried out as a solo act, he was brought on as one of five members of One Direction, and the rest, as fans can attest to, is history. Though the new bandmates quickly found success, they didnt immediately spend all their cash. Instead, they opted to rent out a five-floor unit in Princess Park Manor, a mid-19th-century Italianate-style complex in North London built by Queen Victoria. The imposing property was originally used as an asylum, but had been converted into luxury apartments in recent years. Its unknown how much Styles or his bandmates paid for their stay there.2012Styless first real estate purchase was a $4.8 million white stucco house in the pastoral, suburban North London area of Hampstead Heath. The 2,300-square-foot residence sits behind high walls and gates for maximum privacy and boasts four bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. French doors, hardwood floors, and skylights give the space a touch of both countryside charm and contemporary airiness. A home gym with a skylight and a primary suite with its own dressing room round out the homes modest yet modern offerings. The back garden is fully landscaped. The singer still owns this property.2014Styles made his move stateside when he plunked down $4 million for a unique post-and-beam, midcentury-modern home in Beverly Hills. Designed by architect Alejandro Ortiz, the tree house-esque mansion measured 3,000 square feet, with five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, wood beam ceilings, and a tree-lined walkway connecting different parts of the property. Floor-to-ceiling windows let the outdoors in, and a sunken deck leading to a massive saltwater pool helped add to the tropical vibe of the place. There was even a detached guest bungalow for out-of-town pals to crash. Styles didnt hold onto the bachelor pad for long, however. He sold it for $3.2 million in 2016, though, given his careers trajectory, he likely wasnt hurting too badly from the slight loss.

Every summer, my feed becomes oversaturated with the most charming coastal interiors. While the sea remains the ultimate vessel of inspiration, this season all eyes are on the quintessential fisherman aesthetic. (Coastal grandma can be found at the nearest retirement home!) The uniform calls for cable-knit sweaters, barn coats, denim or overalls paired with a rotation of signature boots, boat shoes, and sandals. I was reminded of the fugue state I experienced several months ago when my friends and I decided to cool off from the sweltering summer heat inside a streetwear brands pop-up storethe theme was fishing and hunting. (Apparently, this is the new identity for all hypebeasts pushing 40.)Fisherman aesthetic was listed in the official Pinterest Predicts Trend Report for 2025, noted as an expression of a laid-back maritime attitude. Ill admit that at the time of its release, I dismissed the trend as a serious contender but by mid-January I was humbly changing my tune. Sydney Stanback, global trends and insights lead at Pinterest, thinks that the appeal of microtrends like this corresponds directly with us entering a fully post-pandemic era where were all trying to figure out how to navigate our lives online and offline.I started in 2020 and we have seen a pretty significant shift in the sentiment driving these trends forward, Stanback says. Escapism is not necessarily new, but its evolved over the past few years as weve dealt with the effects of being isolated for quite some timethats not normal behavior. While were five years out from the pandemic, I think were still dealing with the effects of it [now].This mudroom is drenched in Farrow & BallsCooks Blue. The space also features a 1930s Art Deco enameled glass pendant, an antique bench in anAlexander Girard fabric, and plaid rag rugs fromEl Ocotal Weavers.Photo: Laure JolietThe foundation of this annual report, which Stanbacks team usually starts compiling in August, is built on consumer behavior in real time from searches on Pinterests platform across a global audience of Gen Z, millennials, boomers, and Gen X. From there, the list is narrowed down to help people identify 20 different ways of authentically expressing themselves. She claims that theres been a noticeable change in how people are engaging with trends today. Upon further review, I wonder if were more nostalgic for the past now because were so uncertain about the future.Weve had a few trends over the past few years that are a bit traditional like eclectic grandpa, Stanback explains. Fisherman aesthetic is very nautical, but you can make it your own and make it as bold as you want to. When I have a vision of this trend, specifically in a home space, its about having fish nets, muddy earth tones, and fishing collectibles. You can tap into it in a lot of different ways.

If you love the look of silk beddingyes, were still thinking about Lily Allen and David Harbours pink Pierre Frey palacebut favor breathable fabrics, the best bamboo sheets may be right up your alley. Because of their subtle sheen and smooth handfeel, they can give a bedroom an elevated look for far less money than actual silk or satin bedding would cost. Bamboo sheets are also known for their moisture-wicking properties, hypoallergenic nature, and eco-friendly origins. Plus, unlike Egyptian cotton or linen sheets, theres a cooling factor for keeping night sweats at bay. Another great feature of a bamboo sheet set is how it drapes. For a dramatic look (especially in a dark, moody color palette like this Upper East Side family home), these sumptuous sheets cant be beat.For months, weve tested dozens of sheet sets from AD-approved brands in anticipation of Sleep Week 2025, which kicks off on March 10. After all that research (yes, our job keeps us on our toes!), weve compiled a list of our favorite high quality options on the market. Whether youre ready to splurge on a luxury sheet set or are only interested in organic bamboo sheets, keep scrolling for sets that will elevate your sleep setup.Our Top Picks for the Best Bamboo Sheets:Best Overall Bamboo Sheets: Quince Bamboo Sheets, $130Internet-Favorite Bamboo Sheets: Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set, $331 $265An Affordable Option: Doz by Sijo Bamboo Sheets, $55Our Pick for Minimalists: Pom Pom Bamboo Sateen Sheet Set, $368For a Boho Aesthetic: Sunday Citizen Natural Premium Bamboo Top Sheet and Bamboo Fitted Sheet, $80 $64Browse by CategoryPlease note that all prices reflect queen-size sheets, but different sizes are available for purchase.Best Bamboo Sheets, OverallNashia BakerNashia BakerQuince Bamboo Sheet SetUpsidesSeveral colors available, available in a duvet bundleDownsidesUsing fabric softener in laundry care routine can cause pillingSpecsMaterial: Organic bamboo viscoseAvailable sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California KingWashing instructions: Machine wash cold on delicate with similar fabrics and tumble dry low.Colors: White, sand, light grey, charcoal, nightfall, sky blue, eucalyptus, olive, terracotta, clay, soft blushThanks to their high-quality materials and vibrant colorways, Quince is a beloved AD brand for all things beddingand their bamboo sheets dont fall short. Breathable bedding is a must for my sleep setup, and Ive been pleasantly surprised by how well I sleep through the night with the Quince bamboo sheet set, says senior commerce editor Nashia Baker. This set feels smooth and cool to the touch but still cozy enough to bundle up with during the winter months. Baker has the brands sheets in a warm hue that evokes earthy desert tones and transforms her bedroom into a serene escape. But you can select from nearly one dozen neutral or vibrant earth tones to match your bedrooms aesthetic. These factors, on top of their durability and sub-$150 price tag, earned them the number one spot on our list.Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet SetUpsidesTemperature regulating, airyDownsidesNot made of organic materialsSpecsMaterial: Bamboo viscoseAvailable sizes: Twin/Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split KingWashing instructions: Machine wash in cold water. Avoid fabric softeners and bleach. Tumble dry on low.Colors: Driftwood, Light Grey, White, Oat, Charcoal, Pacific Blue, Creme, Shore, Dove Grey, Walnut, Peony, Laurel, Lavender, Coffee, Charcoal Pinstripe, Driftwood PinstripeCozy Earth is another favorite around here (and even sell their bedding on Amazon). Our taste happens to overlap with Oprah, if youve peeked at her Favorite Things list recently, which is always a good omen. Another bamboo viscose option, these sheets are temperature-regulating, super soft, and will last a long time even after several cycles in the washing machine. Cozy Earth makes the best bamboo sheets, and their OG bedding is super light and airy, so its mostly a summer staple thats out of my rotation come fall, says commerce editor Audrey Lee in our best bed sheets roundup. Wed recommend opting for the extremely now coffee brown shade if youre keeping up with trends. Their pinstripe set is another classic, buttoned-up style for anyone who favors a more traditional look.Nashia BakerNashia BakerDoz by Sijo Bamboo SheetsUpsidesVelvety feel, gets softer over timeDownsidesUsing dryer balls could cause pillingSpecsMaterial: Bamboo viscoseAvailable sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California KingWashing instructions: Wash in a cold, gentle cycle and tumble dry on low heatColors: Dove, Blush, Clay, Fog, Forest, Ivory, Sage, Sapphire, Sky, Snow, Storm, Stripe, TealAD-favorite Sijo makes an Amazon exclusive line that offers luxury and sustainability at a lower price point. This basic set of bamboo sheets is a bedding staple in Bakers home. My skin has gotten pretty sensitive over time, and I love how soothed I feel when I sink into these sheets (and the fact that I dont have to shell out a lot for a luxe set), she says. She notes that its hard to tell the difference between these and other high-end picks on the market by virtue of their silky material, which manage to get even softer after each wash.Pom Pom At Home Bamboo Sheet SetUpsidesLush feel and appearance, made of sustainable materialsDownsidesPriceySpecsMaterial: Bamboo rayonAvailable sizes: Twin, Queen, King, California King (you can also buy just the pillowcases)Washing instructions: Machine wash in cold water, tumble dry on lowColors: Sand, Ocean, Ivory, WhiteMade from bamboo rayon, these 300 thread count sheets are pretty lavish, according to senior digital design editor Sydney Gore. Whether its a deep sleep or a gentle slumber, these silky sheets make me feel like Im sleeping somewhere else, like a retreat, where I can rest in peace without being disturbed, Gore says in our best cooling sheets roundup. She also recommends them for folks who are used to a classic cotton sleep experience but want to make a more sustainable switch. Available in five muted colors, this set is also ideal for a minimalist bedroom.Sunday Citizen Natural Premium Bamboo Top SheetSunday Citizen Natural Premium Bamboo Fitted SheetUpsidesEthically sourced materials, organic colorways, hypoallergenicDownsidesFitted sheet, flat sheet, and pillow shams are sold separatelySpecsMaterial: Bamboo viscoseAvailable sizes: Queen, KingWashing instructions: Machine wash with cold water. Do not use fabric softeners or bleach. Tumble dry low.Colors: Granite, White, Moon, Taupe, Off White, Boulder, MidnightThese Oeko-tex-certified, bamboo viscose sheets combine a silky-soft feel with nature-inspired hues for a serene bedroom theme. When I first opened the box I felt a bit unsure about my decision, but once I got the sheets on my bed and saw the color against my wall and the rest of my decor, I was so happy, Rachel Wallace, senior digital entertainment editor, says. It is really rich and gorgeous. Mix and match with the brands pillow shams andovers, sold separately, if you want a fully bamboo sleep setup. Looks aside, Wallace also calls this set luxuriously soft and praised their cooling ability.More AD-Approved Bamboo SheetsAmazonLauren ArzbaecherLauren ArzbaecherBamboo Bay Luxury Bamboo SheetsUpsidesSoft fabric, deep pockets, holds up well after washingDownsidesWrinkles fairly easilySpecsMaterial: Bamboo viscoseAvailable sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split KingWashing instructions: Machine wash, tumble dryColors: White, Dark Grey, Black, Light Grey, Ivory, Sage, Light Pink, Light Blue, SandSeveral of our editors have gotten their hands on these sheets and have been deeply impressed by their texture. Case in point: Our commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher has officially converted from a cotton to bamboo sheet shopper after dressing her bed in Bamboo Bay. They were silky right out of the package, and have stayed that way, even after several washes, she says. I feel cozy and warm (but not sweaty!) bundled up in these at night. The details were another factor in how well-loved these sheets were, from the reinforced elastic on the fitted sheet to the inner pocket on the pillowcases.Layla Bamboo SheetsUpsidesMoisture-wicking, softness remains after time, breathableDownsidesTwo colorsSpecsMaterial: Bamboo viscoseAvailable sizes: Queen, KingWashing instructions: Machine wash in cold water, tumble on low. Use a non chlorine bleach only if needed and do not dry clean.Colors: White, GrayWe can confirm that this budget-friendly option from mattress brand Layla supports peaceful sleep. This was my first time trying bamboo sheets so I was surprised by how soft and luxurious they felt. Not only do they feel like a silky, high-quality cotton sheet, but after several very comfortable nights, I can confirm that theyre extremely breathable and cooling, says contributor Ebonee Johnson. Made of bamboo viscose, the sheets are moisture-resistant and cooling, as well as a great deal. The fabric is also resistant to pilling. After nearly one year of use, Johnson confirms they remain just as silky-soft as when I first received them.Brooklyn Bedding Deep Pocket Bamboo Cotton SheetsUpsidesDurable material, deep pockets to fit a larger bed size, color retentionDownsidesA few neutral colorways availableSpecsMaterial: Bamboo rayon and cotton blendAvailable sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split KingWashing instructions: Machine wash in warm or cold water, line dry or tumble dry on low heatColors: White, Khaki, SilverClocking in at 300 thread count and available in three neutral colors, this Brooklyn Bedding set is a great option for someone looking for a nice, simple set of sheets at a solid price point. The deep pockets are a great option for folks with high-pile mattresses and they come in an extended range of sizes from twin XL to split king. Bamboo cotton is so soft, and its also moisture-wicking, so I stay cool throughout the night, says our contributor Terri Williams. The sheets also stay in place, so I never have to worry about them sliding up the sides of the mattress. Williams also praised this sets durability when she reviewed them for our best sheets roundup: Even after weekly washings, the sheets have retained their color and crispness, and look as good as they did on day one.My Sheets Rock The Regulator SetUpsidesMirrors the feel of upscale silk materials, smooth feelDownsidesCurrently sold out of nearly all colorsSpecsMaterial: Bamboo rayonAvailable sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split KingWashing instructions: Machine wash in cold water. Tumble dry on low.Colors: Navy, Black, Sand, Stone, Turquoise, White, Cream, Blue, BurgundyThese sheets are marketed toward heavy sweaters, but they work for everyone else who enjoys a breathable surface to sleep on. The name My Sheets Rock gave me high expectations for these sheetsand Im happy to report they didnt disappoint, says Lee in her review. The bamboo rayon has a really nice, smooth feel to it. In fact, I was surprised at how similar the material felt to one of my favorite French silk shirts.Purple SoftStretch Sheet SetUpsidesStretchy material, supple feel, seamless designDownsidesNot organically madeSpecsMaterial: Bamboo blend (bamboo viscose, polyester, and spandex)Available sizes: Twin/Twin XL, Full, Queen, King/Cal King, Split KingWashing instructions: Machine wash with cold water. Line dry or tumble on low.Colors: True White, Stormy Grey, Soft Lilac, Natural Oat, Morning Mist, Deep PurpleWhile they may be designed specifically for the Purple mattress line, anyone can appreciate the stretchy and supple feel of the Purple Sheets, including Gore. This set is super stretchy, which I am not used to feeling with standard sheets, she says. I found this elastic texture comforting, and I wrapped myself in the sheets like a caterpillar in a cocoon on the first night, waking up feeling well-rested and refreshed. Available in standard and deep pocket sizes, this set also earns top marks for having clearly labeled head and foot tags for easier bed making.How We Tested the Best Bamboo SheetsHere at AD, we dont test sheets in a labwe test them in our very own homes. Why? Because thats where youll be using them too. Each of the sets in our Best Of roundups has been washed, dried, and slept on for countless nights by one of our editors to ensure that weve put them through the ringer. The sets are selected to reflect a variety of price points, materials, and styles, and we pride ourselves in giving each set first-hand, real-world use.What Is Bamboo Viscose Versus Bamboo Rayon?Good question, and one we know a lot of shoppers might have. When it comes to the world of linens, bamboo fibers are made from the bamboo plant, which requires far less water than cotton and regrows quickly, so bamboo sheets are often considered one of the more eco-friendly options available. Bamboo fabric can come in a variety of blends and weaves that will change the texture, softness, breathability, and general propensity for wrinkling.Bamboo viscose is made from a pulp that is then turned into fibers, while rayon is made of cellulose spun into the fibers. Lyocell is also made of pulp as well and the manufacturing process is considered the least wasteful of the three. All are antimicrobial, soft to the touch, and absorbent.Depending on if and what they are blended with, they can take on more linen- or cotton-like properties; generally, viscose is considered to be softer than lyocell. Twill weave and sateen weave are the most common options in bamboo sheets, and while sateen weave is softer, twill weave is stronger.

Sure, you could spend monthsand thousands of dollarson a bathroom remodel, but why not simply transform your bathroom with a coat of paint? Bathroom color ideas abound, and the spaces are the perfect place to play with paint, which can stand up to splashes and steam better than wallpaper. The color you choose can really set the tone for the entire design and the finished space, whether you go for a bright jewel-box feel or a light and serene retreat. Further, bathroom design is oftentimes difficult to spice up given the limited amount of space available for decor, so paint is of the utmost importance. Check out the bathroom color ideas below for plenty of inspiration to get you started.Photo: Lance Gerber1/36Cherry RedA bright cherry red makes an undeniable statement in any room but is particularly unexpectedand impactfulin a bathroom. In a Pasadena home, designer Leah Ring of Los Angelesbased Another Human incorporated glossy Heath Ceramic tiles in Campari Red on the lower half of the wall and installed a coordinating toile de jouy wallpaper by Cole & Son above.Photo: Rachel Smith2/36PeachThe perfect middle ground between pink and orange, soft peach adds warmth to a bathroom and can be a unique alternative to deeper neutrals such as taupe or beige. In the playful peachy bathroom of a London home by Owl Design, a curved tadelakt, or Moroccan plaster, wall conceals the shower and sets the tone for the space.Photo: Brittany Ambridge3/36EmeraldLike their precious namesakes, jewel tones add drama and a sense of luxury, and this emerald green bathroom is proof. AD PRO Directory designer Peti Lau coated the walls of a Hollywood Hills bathroom with emerald green Venetian plaster paint to compliment the rooms vintage tile. Lau added drama by painting the tin ceiling a glossy black.Photo: Michael Sinclair4/36MochaMocha Mouse, Pantones 2025 color of the year, is a sophisticated variation of earthy brown that works as well in a bathroom as it does in a dining or living room. Maddux Creative added depth and complimented the free-standing copper tub by incorporating three shades of the hue on the tadelakt plaster walls, floor, and vanities of an en suite bathroom in a London home.Photo: Haris Kenjar5/36Orchid PinkAD PRO Directory designer Heidi Caillier made tile the star of this bathroom in a home on Fox Island in Washington state. Solid Fireclay tiles in a soft, romantic shade of orchid pink balance out the detailed pattern of the terra-cotta tiles on the lower wall and floor, acting almost as a neutral.Photo: Sean Litchfield6/36PlumA deep shade of purple, such as plum, can add drama to a bathroom. In the Art Decoinspired bathroom of a Brookline, Massachusetts, home, designer Cecilia Casagrande of Bostons Casagrande Studio lined the shower in plum ceramic tiles and painted the bathroom vanity in Farrow & Balls Brinjal paint.Photo: Jen Trahan7/36Off-WhiteA soft off-white feels clean and classic without the starkness of a bright white. Los Angelesbased designer Alex Yeske, a member of the AD PRO Directory, painted the walls of a Cooperstown, New York, bathroom in Farrow & Balls Schoolhouse White and used a muted shade of blue on the trim for contrast.Photo: Yoshihiro Makino8/36MustardLos Angelesbased AD PRO Directory firm And And And Studio doesnt design boring bathrooms, and this mustard yellow space is no exception. The firm painted the walls and vanity in the cheery statement hue and used a coordinating grout to take the look delightfully over the top.Photo: Anna Stathaki9/36RoseA deep pinkish-red, rose offers a sophisticated take on the hue that often appears in juvenile spaces. Designer Lizzie Green used rose zellige tiles to add instant warmth to the bathroom of a North London town house and chose fabrics for the Roman shades and sconces that would compliment the striking color.Photo: Kasia Gatkowska10/36Orange sherbetThough some orange tones may be overpowering, orange sherbet can provide a welcome spark to a space. When Job Smeets of Studio Job put a carnival-like spin on an Amsterdam penthouse, he didnt bother toning things down in the bathroom.Photo: Oberto Gili11/36Bright whiteThis classic shade creates a crisp look and reflects light, which helps small bathrooms feel just a little bit bigger. Choose a hue that matches your tile and bath furnishings to keep the look cohesive. Here, a true white brightens a bathroom in Marthas Vineyard.Photo: Frank Frances12/36Seafoam greenThis country estate designed by Sheila Bridges leans traditional and shows just how spirited that style can be. Seafoam green half-wall tiling commands a rather petite guest bathroom, and even if tiling and a full-scale remodel isnt in the cards for your project, the space proves how wonderfully the color can transform a room.Photo: Matthieu Salvaing13/36Dark tealPlenty of interior designers talk about creating jewel-box moments with bathrooms, but designer J.J. Martin took this principle to new heights in her own Milan apartment. Her vintage necklace collection lines the bathroom wall painted in dark teal, one of the best colors if youre hoping for a moody space.Photo: William Waldron14/36PinkPink creates a flattering glow and feeling of warmth in a bathroom. Pairing it with white or black, as Jamie Drake did in his Manhattan primary bath, keeps the space looking modern rather than girly.Photo: Eric Piasecki15/36RustThough orange can be quite a bold color for a bathroom, never mind a powder room, this persimmon-y shade is just the thing to complement this Macaubas Gold quartzite vanity custom made by the apartments designer, Bruce Bierman. Keeping the color palette neutral beyond the walls and the vanity ensures that this space sticks the landing.Photo: Francis Amiand16/36BlackNothing adds contrast and drama quite like black. Pair the dark shade with white for a graphic look thats still bright, or go bold and create a moody space by pairing it with darker hues. Here, designer Laura Gonzalez used black to highlight the woodwork in the bathroom of a Paris apartment.Photo: Pieter Estersohn17/36YellowA sunny yellow adds a cheerful and playful vibe to even out a more traditional bathroom. This bright marigold shade, which designer Katie Ridder used in her Millbrook, New York, home, is energetic yet classic thanks to the white trim. This is a color that will help you wake up in the morning!Photo: Pieter Estersohn18/36Blue-grayBlue-gray has a bit more depth than pale gray or powder blue, but its still serene. Here, Thom Filicia used a Benjamin Moore paint to cover the beadboard walls and ceilings in the bathroom of a lake house.Photo: Patrick Cline19/36Mint greenA soft and minty green sets a tranquil tone in the room and evokes the calm of nature. Designer Sasha Bikoff painted a clients bathroom in a cool green to make the space feel larger and capture the look of an Italian villa.Photo: Pieter Estersohn20/36Warm whiteCreamy whites with warm undertones can make darker spaces feel less stark and create the feel of a calming retreat. Here, in a home designed by Carrier & Co., soft white walls are accentuated by marble floors and metallic accents in a Long Island bath.Photo: Matthieu Salvaing; Styling: Carolina Irving21/36Cobalt blueFew color combinations are as iconic as blue and white. The classic duo looks fantastic in a bath, where cobalt blue and crisp white can brighten the space. Pierre Sauvage added extra drama by using a high-gloss finish in his Paris bathroom.Photo: Durston Saylor22/36GoldAll-white cabinetry and fixtures line this bathroom by interior designers Cullman & Kravis, but a gold ceiling and gold accents steal the show. The shining gold ceiling is a particularly nice touch and offers a bather a particularly luxe view while taking a soak.Photo: William Abranowicz23/36Tomato redPlenty of bathrooms aim to be as subdued as possible, but for those who are intrigued by the idea of a bold bathroom, bright red is a perfect pick. In one of the bathrooms Kate Rheinstein Brodsky designed, she opted to add the more commanding color to the floor, balancing the room so it doesnt feel too dominated by its pointed ceiling.Photo: Miguel Flores-Vianna24/36Bright greenA light green makeover by designers Luke Edward Hall and Duncan Campbell gave this bathroom a one-of-a-kind retro vibe. Whether or not youre ready to commit to a light green ceiling and light green walls, this spaces well-placed window shows how useful an abundance of natural light can be whenever youre exploring more daring color ideas. Paneling on the wall above the bathtub adds texture.Photo: Eric Piasecki25/36Aqua blueOcean hues instantly create a spa-like space. The pale blue-green works well in modern and traditional spaces, such as this French chteau renovated by Timothy Corrigan.Photo: Miguel Flores-Vianna26/36Light grayGray is as on-trend for the bathroom as it is for the rest of the home. The soft and sophisticated shade looks great with white bathtubs and sinks, and can highlight the natural beauty of marble floors or tile, as seen here in a Daniel Sachsdesigned space.Photo: Ricardo Labougle27/36Robins-egg blueSometimes an accent wall is actually the ceilingjust take the bathroom at stylist Mieke ten Haves 18th-century barn-turned-home for instance. A robins-egg blue shade on the ceiling veers far away from expected farmhouse styles and makes an aged structure feel surprisingly youthful.Photo: Miguel Flores-Vianna28/36Butter yellowButter yellow offers something a tad more whimsical than a simple white bathroom, but it doesnt need to be the center of attention either. Here, in a home designed by Marco Scarani in collaboration with French architect and decorator Michel Pinet, the subdued yellow tone offsets the attention-grabbing Atelier DOffard wallpaper.Photo: David Marlow29/36SilverA fluted mirror vanity base, inspired by the work of iconic interior designer Dorothy Draper, sets the tone in this LA homes primary bathroom by Craig Wright. The silver walls and ceiling maintain the intended air of Hollywood glamour.

For actor Lana Condor, the journey to her dream home began with an impromptu FaceTime call from her husband, Anthony De La Torre. I was in the jungle in Vietnam on a conservation trip when Anthony called me, saying, Oh my God, I think I found the perfect home, Condor recalls. He walked me through it virtually, and I fell in love, especially with the backyard. I could instantly imagine our dogs enjoying it. Upon returning to Los Angeles, Condor toured the property in person and knew it was the one. It felt like the home where we could start the next chapter of our lives, she says.Despite the homes good bones, it would take considerable work to make space a perfect fit for the couple. Thats where Condors longtime friend, interior designer Joseph Monsour, comes in. At first, Lana thought wed just need some paint and minor updates, Monsour says. But as always, it snowballed. We ended up redoing every surface in the house.Were big sensory people, says Lana Condor, describing the sitting area in the primary suite, which is swathed in sheer panels of fabric. The A. Rudin custom sectional sofa was designed by Monsour, who sourced the French brass-and-glass tiered coffee table at an auction. The chandelier is from Paul Ferrante.The sofas, which anchor the living room, are from Sixpenny, while the central gilt metal and mirrored glass Guerlain cocktail table is from Ebanista. The Spanish Baroque oak chairs and antique oak console were both sourced from private estate sales.Art: Sarah Awad/Night Gallery, Los AngelesThe changes were both structural and aesthetic. Walls were removed to open up the kitchen and family room. A powder room and ample pantry were added. Monsour also worked closely with landscape designer Patricia Benner to emphasize views of lush gardens from every room.Condor and De La Torre had a front row seat, living in the home through the renovations. They saw the house in 80 different phases and stages, Monsour says. So Lana would see something, then she would go away to shoot something. Shed come back a month or so later, and it would be completely different. While the homeowners arent entirely sure they could endure the grueling process again, witnessing so much of the renovation firsthand made them appreciate all of the small details that much more.In Lana Condor and Anthony De La Torres all-white kitchen, the walls are Dunn-Edwardss Milk Mustache, while the millwork is Farrow & Balls Wimborne White. A Lazzaro Donati oil painting hangs in the background. The 1960s Italian Murano glass pendants over the island were sourced from 1stDibs.The kitchen features brass finishes, including the faucet and pot filler, from Newport Brass. The counter stools are from All Modern, reupholstered in Perennials fabric. The cooktop is by Miele, while the refrigerator is Sub-Zero. The painting near the range is by Mladen Novak.In the dining room, the Regency table, by Rose Tarlow, is surrounded by vintage Mveis Teperman chairs purchased from Billings Auction in LA. The antique console was sourced from Litt Concept House. An abstract still life by Olga Bolgar hangs in a 24-karat gold frame. Ferns from Inner Gardens rest on a pair of classic pedestals from Dennis & Leen.For Condor, travels to Italy served as a major source of inspiration. Ive always admired how everything there feels like art but is also livable, she explains. Monsour channeled this by incorporating durable yet beautiful materials, including upholstering many pieces in performance fabric. Indoor-outdoor flooring ensures that the home can host everything from intimate family dinners to large-scale events. We wanted a home that we could live in and not be afraid to mess up, Condor says.Texture and subtle color are central to the design. Venetian plaster, silk wallpaper, and linen-clad walls add layers of sophistication. We started with the idea of an all-cream palette, Monsour says. But as we explored fabrics and finishes, we introduced soft colors and warmth inspired by the surrounding landscape.Auction finds and family heirlooms bring depth and personality to the interiors. Every room has a special antique that serves as a conversation piece, Monsour shares. Condors late mothers artwork and collected mementos are also displayed throughout the home. Just being able to have her and her work in the house is really amazing, she says. This house is my pride and joy, and having these pieces makes it even more special.In the library, the custom desk is fashioned from painted walnut with a brass edge detailing, while the chair is antique. In the background an oil on canvas work by William Wolfson hangs on the wall.The powder room is clad in Fromentals dusty pink silk wallpaperMishima in Asamawith gold detailing. The George II Style Burton-Ching Regency giltwood mirror was sourced from Prospr Antiques.The couples home was designed with functionality in mind. Its where they hosted their recent weddings welcome party and farewell brunch, and now where they live out their daily rituals. Our Sunday mornings are my favorite, Condor says. Well have tea in the loggia, watch our dogs play, and just soak in the beauty.As Monsour notes, This house isnt just about how it looks. Its about how it lives. For Lana Condor, the journey to create this sanctuary has been transformative. This is the first place that feels like forever, she says. Im a nomad by nature, but this home makes me never want to leave.An oil painting by Michael Berryhill hangs at the end of the interior hallway above an antique gilded klismos bench. The Galician granite column is from Philip Stites, while the pavilion lantern is by Paul Ferrante and the antique sconce was an estate sale find.Art: Michael Berryhill/Night Gallery, Los AngelesI wanted it to be an experience, like when someones in it, theyre stepping into a scene, Monsour says of the blush pink glam room. I feel like I become a more fun, dramatic character when Im in here, Condor confesses. For the transformative effect, Monsour painted the walls Farrow & Balls Pink Ground and affixed custom, hand-sculpted butterflies from MJ Atelier to the ceiling. The settee was custom designed by Monsour, upholstered in a Perennials fabric. The pillows were fashioned from Herms scarves.Lana Condor in her glam room. It took Monsour months of searching to find the right slab of marble for the countertops. In the end he was able to source the perfect pink polished Rosa Elegante marble from Stoneland.In the primary bedroom, the upholstered bed frame was custom designed by Monsour and wrapped in Claremonts Spencer velvet fabric in Rosemary. The custom upholstered chairs were sourced from A. Rudin. Nightstands from Kathy Kuo Home flank the bed, while the antique French chest of drawers is from Nickey Kehoe.In the primary bathroom, the millwork was fabricated by Gamiz Custom Improvements. The bathtub and shower fixtures are by Newport Brass, while the freestanding tub is from Victoria + Albert. The antique Italian chandelier over the tub was sourced from Olde Good Things.Joseph Monsour worked with Patricia Benner from Benner Landscape Design to transform the outdoor space. The potted plants were sourced from Inner Gardens.The loggia provides the couple a serene space to entertain al fresco. Monsour sourced the teak farmhouse dining table from Frontgate, while the dining chairs are from Amalfi Living. The coffee table and stools are antique.

Materials and firmness: It is a lyocell fiber shell and a recycled PET fill. It is soft and lightweight.Styles available: It comes in standard or king size and soft, medium, or firm fill. I picked standard size and medium fill.Care instructions: It is dry-clean only.What kind of sleeper are you? I was a die-hard stomach sleeper until a few years ago when I started having neck pain. Now I find that sleeping on my side is best, and I am always in search of a supportive pillow that offers the right height to keep my neck in alignment.What attracted you to these pillows? I have seen ads for Buffy all over the subway and was curious about their products. This pillow was described as soft-yet-supportive which is exactly what Im looking for.Whats it like sleeping on these pillows? This pillow is great! It truly lives up to what is says. I feel like my head is sinking into it and yet somehow my head remains supported. My neck has been feeling great.Did the pillows live up to your expectations? It surpassed them. It arrived in a super thin box and feels really soft and light when you handle it. I thought for sure it was going to be too thin and soft for me.Would you recommend this pillow? Id definitely recommend it to anyone who is a fellow side sleeper, or anyone who likes a soft feel but craves support. I do think it is worth the priceespecially since a good nights sleep is priceless.Best Cooling: Original Casper PillowCasper Sleep Original PillowPillow reviewer: Madeleine Luckel, contributorMaterials and firmness: Caspers pillow is a polyester microfiber fill with a cotton coverits on the firmer side.Styles available: Standard and king sizes are available with mid loft and low loft pillow options.Care instructions: This pillow is machine-washable.What kind of sleeper are you? In terms of sleep position, I sleep in lots of different wayson my back, on my right or left side, or partially on my stomach.Whats attractive to you about this pillow? This is actually my boyfriends pillow. I usually like really soft pillows, while he likes firmer ones. However, I like this product so much that I try to steal it all the time.Whats it like sleeping on these pillows? The Original pillow is really nice. Somehow the pillow stays pretty cool and it really is at some indescribable sweet spot in terms of its firmness. But the real key is that the pillow is thick enough to work perfectly as a stand-alone sleep piece. And this is coming from someone who usually swears by sleeping with two pillows.Did the pillows live up to your expectations? For me, it exceeded them!Would you recommend this pillow? Yes! Even to a skeptical friend.Best Memory Foam Pillow: The Pillow By MarlowThe Pillow By MarlowPillow reviewer: Rachel Fletcher, commerce directorMaterials and firmness: The Marlow pillow is made out of polyester and shredded memory foam fill that is meant to also be cooling. The shell is 100% cotton. Its definitely pretty firm and also has an adjustable fill option.

That ethos remains at the heart of their gallery program, which spotlights the trace of the hand across art forms of all kinds. Our first love was ceramics, Burrows recalls. Thats where we started.Once a springboard for their business, the medium is now ever present in their homefrom the tiled surface of the 1950s Bjrn Wiinblad dining table to the svelte vintage Berndt Friberg vessels in nearly every room. Three years ago, their taste for stranger, more avant-garde piecesthe porcelain sea anemone by Eva Zethraeus on their hearth, for instancespurred them to open HB381, a second gallery with a focus on contemporary ceramics, much of it, again, from Scandinavia. Examples appear across the 35-acre upstate property, among them the Jakob Jrgensen totem outside the barn and the Jasmin Anoschkin sculpture of a hybrid creature floating on a dock in the pond.Totem, 2021, by Jakob Jrgensen, outside the barn.Photo: Joseph Kramm. Art: Jasmin Anoschkin/Hostler Burrows. Jakob Jrgensen/Hostler Burrows. Catherine Opie/Regen Projects, Los Angeles and Lehmann Maupin, New York, Seoul, and London.Bunch of Violets, 2023, by Jasmin Anoschkin, on the Ponds dock.Photo: Joseph Kramm. Art: Jasmin Anoschkin/Hostler Burrows. Jakob Jrgensen/Hostler Burrows. Catherine Opie/Regen Projects, Los Angeles and Lehmann Maupin, New York, Seoul, and London.Back inside their little handmade house, personal keepsakes abound, including 1970s leather stuffed animals, photographs by their friend Catherine Opie, and Guatemalan masks. In the kitchen stands an original Josef Frank cabinet that was once part of the designers personal collection. Its super meaningful and full of treasures, Burrows explains of the piece, which displays plastic tokens from the Jardin des Tuileries merry-go-round (souvenirs from a trip with one of their daughters) alongside miniatures by artists on their roster. Something about old thingsespecially the Swedish, Finnish, and Danishjust resonates with both of us, says Burrows. They feel like home.

If theres one single aesthetic thats been slowly creeping into mainstream fashion, culture and interiors, it may just be Victorian. With icons as far-flung as Nosferatu and Simone Rocha referencing the era recently, its undeniable. And, with the recent collecting craze of everything from Sonny Angels to antique glass swans, the trinket is alive and well. Enter: the modern-day cabinet of curiosities, which seems to be flourishing in 2025.For the unfamiliar, the cabinet of curiosities emerged in the Renaissance era. These large, spellbinding glass cabinets (or small displays, or entire rooms) were full of rare objects from around the world, including everything from portrait miniatures, coral, rare coins, jewels, and shells. Though inherently a Renaissance idea, the concept was perfected in the Victorian era (from 1837 to 1901) due to increased travel and exploration. This year, the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City is opening an exhibition devoted to cabinets of curiosities in fashion; David Yurmans new Miami Design District boutique has a cabinet of curiosities on display; and people of all ages are creating their own versions, stacking them with personal items, collectibles, and even vintage objects like makeup compacts or rare jewelry or shoes, putting them on display. The cabinet of curiosities is thriving, it just might contain shell-shaped Miu Miu shoes from 2017 instead of preserved animals. At least mine does.Eileen CostaWhat makes the idea of a cabinet of curiosities compelling is that it is so personal. Historical paintings may show pieces like natural specimens (naturalia) or scientific instruments, but the reality is that a true cabinet of curiosities could contain anything interesting, most often items picked up during travel or given as gifts. A lot of my research into the history of the cabinet through the 18th century focused on what kinds of objects were collected within the cabinets, explains Colleen Hill, curator of Fashioning Wonder: A Cabinet of Curiosities at the Museum at FIT. I thought it would be really interesting to look at some of these larger categories, everything from objects of illusion to anatomical specimens to shells, and see how fashion has and continues to reference those same kinds of themes that inspired collectors hundreds of years ago.Unsurprisingly, even hundreds of years ago, shoes were at the top of collectors lists, not just to wear but rather to display as beautiful items in ones home interior. Cabinets of curiosities were meant to be this microcosm of knowledge, so you would collect not just objects from the natural world, but also human-made artifacts, Hill says. She cites super-tall Chopins, embellished shoes from India, and rare jewelry as some of the historical examples.Even though were living during unprecedented times, the art of collecting is more popular than ever. Like the aforementioned Sonny Angels craze that has spurred meet-up groups, others are collecting rare archival fashion or antique objects, many for the first time. Unsurprisingly, this seems to be coinciding with the rising popularity of thrifting and antiquing. Jacquelyn Rambo, a Massachusetts-based teacher and content creator who often thrifts her favorite objects and lives in a 1940s stone Cape Cod-style house, frequently finds antiques like a convex glass curio cabinet that she found in early 2023 on Facebook Marketplace for $200. I started researching cabinets and found photos of curio cabinets like these and how people would style them in eclectic ways, she recalls. I went to a bunch of antique stores in my area of Pennsylvania, but wasnt able to find the right onesome didnt have a locking mechanism, some had new glass. I resorted to Facebook Marketplace and almost immediately found the one we would eventually take home! It was the first piece my partner and I bought together for our home and curated the rest of the room around it and our fireplace.Photo: Jacquelyn RamboRambo is deeply inspired by the Aestheticism and Arts and Crafts movements from the Victorian era, emphasizing how painstaking details were ever present. Her own cabinet of curiosities is used to store cabinet cards, tintypes, and oddities from the mid 19th century through the 1930s, including turn-of-the-century medical equipment like a pharmaceutical kit, glass eyes, animal skulls, and Victorian mourning pieces. She also collects brooches and pendants, even watch chains made of finely woven human haira common theme for sentimental jewelry in the 19th century.

As far as amenities go the service is incredible. Somehow the staff seems aware of your every move and need, choreographing turned-down service and house keeping seamlessly. I loved the spa, which is tucked into the promontory. Breakfast was a scene in the best sensea parade of caftans and croissants. Take me back.The hotel more than met my expectations. Prices are steep, so save it for a special occasion. But once youre there just suspend financial disbelief and enjoy. Sam Cochran, global features directorBOOK NOWRockhouse Hotel, Negril, JamaicaAs far as beach vacations go, I crave simplicity above all else. So when I was hankering an end-of-the-year escape in December, I wanted the ocean as close to my bedside as possible. Id long followed Rockhouse, which, in its 50 year history, has hosted the likes of Mick Jagger and what seems like every fashion and travel editor I follow on Instagram, and decided there was no time like the present to get myself to Negril.Its easy to see why the property is such a siren call. All of the hotels villas, which were designed by two Frank Lloyd Wright apprentices, make the most of the coastal, cliffside locale with private decks that lead you straight into impossibly blue waters. In under twenty steps from my bed, I could jump into the seamission accomplished. This isnt the white sand and placid bathwater you might be picturing and therefore isnt for the faint of heart, but strong swimmers with a sense of adventure will appreciate the invigorating plunge. Grab a snorkel and get moving.For vacation swims with a little less adrenaline, the infinity pool at Rockhouse gives the impression of an ocean swim with no danger in sightand the poolside happy hour offers two-for-one drinks thatll keep you quite content while you await what might be the most expansive sunset Ive ever witnessed. The property also provides a free, daily shuttle service to its sister hotel, Skylark, which is situated on the legendary Negril Seven Mile Beach. Its here that youll find the postcard-worthy white sand beach, as well as food from the Negril outpost of Manhattan-based Miss Lilys.While I wasnt busy working towards my goal of doing absolutely nothing but sitting by the sea during my five day stay, I got a chance to check out the gorgeous spa nestled in a thicket of trees as well as a tour of the hotels greenhouse, where they hydroponically produce greens and herbs used at Miss Lilys and the two on-site restaurants, Pushcart (casual, live music) and Rockhouse Restaurant (upscale, open all day).As far as luxury hotels go, the rooms are simple but not lacking amenities in any way. For me, the highlights were the private outdoor shower and the four-post, mosquito-netted bed with unparalleled ocean views available as soon as you open your eyes. After a four hour flight and scenic, 90 minute ride from Montego Bay, youll feel gloriously far away from home. Rachel Fletcher, commerce directorBOOK NOWPhoto: Sergio Amiti/Getty ImagesSofitel Legend Santa Clara, Cartagena, ColombiaStepping through the gates of the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena, a 17th century convent-turned 5-star hotel in Cartagena's historic old town, feels like traveling back in time. Here, amid the Spanish colonial style architecture, lush gardens, and intoxicating heat, time just moves more slowly. I visited last January for an impromptu long weekend escape. We were a bit hardcore and booked the red eye version: Friday morning arrival and Monday night departure, but since the direct flight from New York is only five hours, it wasnt too bad and really maximized our three-night stay. My best friend Aliza, a tour designer at Artisans of Leisure, crafted the perfect itinerary for our group of four with just enough activities. As it turns out, sunshine, ceviche (we liked La Cevicheria, near the hotel), and salsa dancing at Cafe Havana, fueled by bountiful breakfasts in the hotel garden, world class coffee, and coco loco cocktails, were just what we all needed to beat the winter blues.

Quince is one of those direct-to-consumer brands that feels everywhere all at once (thanks to countless social ad campaigns and podcast nods over the years), but if youre unfamiliar, were here to report that the hype is very real. The San Francisco retailer has cornered the affordable luxury market with its high-quality, low-cost assortment of goods, making the kind of Mongolian cashmere crewneck sweaters and cozy quilts that you can layer on while you marathon a Netflix showwithout spending a fortune in the process.Though theyre more closely associated with fashion apparel, Quinces home category is not to be missed, from bed sheets to duvet covers. Our editors regularly keep their sleep collections in rotation, especially the quilted blankets and plush duvet inserts during winter months. The entire collection ranges from bath towels to loungewear, though, so you have plenty of comfortable options to add to cart.We also appreciate that the retailer focuses on sustainability by using grade-A materials such as organic cotton, mulberry silk, and Tencel, plus maintains fair production practices. As for how we tested each item? We brought these Quince pieces home, used them, and washed them (following manufacturer instructions, of course) to note any pilling or wear-and-tear over time. And if our personal Goldilocks picks are not juuust right for your bedroom and bathroom, know that the brand has a 365-day return policy for a full refund or exchange. Without further ado, our favorite Quince home essentials.Our Top Picks for the Best Quince Products:Best Bed Sheets: Quince Bamboo Sheets, $130Best Bed Cover: Quince Linen Duvet Cover, $160Best Bed Accessory: Quince Cashmere Throw Blanket, $140Best Bath Towels: Quince Turkish Classic Bath Towel Bundle, $80Best Loungewear: Quince Washable Silk Pajama Button-Up Top, $60Browse by Category:For consistency, all prices listed reflect queen sizes, but different sizes are available for purchase from the brand.Sheet SetsQuince sheets are one of our favorite editor-approved items, from warm, lived-in linen to silky, cooling bamboo.Nashia BakerNashia BakerQuince Bamboo Sheet SetThese silky sheets marry great design with a luxurious handfeel. Breathable bedding is a must for my sleep setup, and Ive been pleasantly surprised by how well I sleep through the night with the Quince bamboo sheet set, says senior commerce editor Nashia Baker. It feels smooth and cool to the touch but still comfortable enough to bundle up with during the winter months. Baker appreciates darker hues such as Charcoal and Nightfall as well as warmer colorways including bronzy Clay and Terracotta. Another perk? The viscose linens mirror the look of silk and satin sheets.Quince Classic Organic Percale Sheet SetIf youre in search of sheets that strike the perfect balance between crisp and soft, Quinces percale set is for you. Ive tried many percale styles over the years, and I find that this one skews a bit softer than most, which Im totally happy about, says AD PRO senior editor Mel Studach. I also appreciate that when I make my bed every morning, the sheets maintain their structure sans unsightly wrinkles. Made of 100% cotton, they are just as breathable as they are smooth in texture for a comfortable nights sleep. This style also comes in Oxford stripe and gingham patterns, not just solid colors.Quince European Linen Sheet SetAnother perk of owning Quinces sheets? The vast variety of earth tones fit any bedroom aesthetic. Contributor Erika Owen has the brands linen sheet set in sage, which she says is deliciously subtle and seems to match with everything. Not to mention, these sheets have a slightly wrinkled appearance to give your bedding a natural, lived-in look.Bed CoversNo matter the season, Quince has you covered. Keep scrolling for our favorite duvet covers, quilts, and coverlets that will keep you comfortable and complement your bedrooms design.Julia HarrisonJulia HarrisonQuince European Linen Duvet CoverSeveral of our editors own a Quince linen duvet cover because these staples are lavish but not in a stuffy, high-brow way. Contributor Elise Portale notes that the European flax linen is soft and comfy to snuggle with at night. Plus, she says it can take a lot of wear without looking run-down over several seasons of use.Quince Organic Airy Gauze Box Quilt SetThis editor-favorite blanket is just what you need for a cozy, elevated bed cover in the winter months. The cotton outer layer is incredibly soft to the touch and the warm Terracotta hue makes my bed look super inviting, says commerce editor Audrey Lee. A more subdued palette includes delicate mauve Fig and soothing Fog Grey.Quince European Linen QuiltIf you want the design appeal of a quilt and the feel of a comforter, opt for this all-season pick. Former associate commerce editor Megan Wahn said she never wanted to leave the embrace of this quilt, thanks to its lofty polyester fill that made it great to curl up under. Color options range from Dusty Blue to Indigo Blue, Soft Blush to Bordeaux, and plenty of earthy tones in between.Bed AccessoriesAD-favorite bed accessories run the gamut from throw blankets to duvet inserts. Thankfully Quince has the aboveplus, pillowsthat are cozy and versatile for daily use.QuinceLauren ArzbaecherQuince Ribbed Knit Cashmere ThrowBibliophiles are in for a treat. The ribbed knit throw is made of the same Quince Mongolian cashmere as their popular crew sweater and is insanely soft, says commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher, who is regularly bundled up in this blanket for hours while reading a good book.Quince Premium Down Alternative PillowIts hard to go wrong with a plush bed pillow, and digital features editor Katherine McLaughlin notes that Quinces goose down option is second to none when it comes to soft fill. As a side-sleeper, McLaughlin is a fan of the pillows flexibility. I basically fold it in half to add to the density of the pillow, she says. While the down pillow is currently out of stock, the brands down alternative pillow mirrors the same feel and is a great option for those prone to allergies.Quince Premium Down ComforterWhether used as a comforter or duvet insert, this all-season down material comes at a price point that is incredible for such high-quality bedding, says Zo Sessums, senior digital design editor. She has used this Quince duvet insert for over four years and loves it for its warmth and coziness. To remove stains, Sessums recommends rigorous spot cleaning. Another editor-approved tip: Place it outside on a clothesline to air out and fluff up the white down filling.Bath EssentialsDont let your bed have all the fun. Take a peek at our favorite Quince essentials from the bath category.Nashia BakerNashia BakerQuince Turkish Classic Bath Towel BundleSuper soft and absorbent, Quinces classic bath towel bundle has quickly become a favorite for my self-care routine, says senior commerce editor Nashia Baker. I can never have enough cozy towels to curl up in after I hop out of the shower, and each one is surprisingly lightweight for how plush the material feels. Unlike your average bath towel that can get soggy after use, this one actually soaks up water without weighing it down. Baker recommends this set to anyone who wants high-end, hotel-quality towels for their home.Quince European Linen Shower CurtainA chic European linen shower curtain doesnt need to have a hefty price tag. Thats one of the reasons this Quince curtain, whose muted tones bring boho-beachy vibes to your bathroom, made our list of the best shower curtains.LoungewearQuince is well-known for its fashion staples, but while the brand has plenty of Italian leather jackets, silk blouses, and the like, dont overlook its loungewear. Since pajama tops are made of the same high-quality materials (Tencel, silk satin, linen) the loungewear can double as streetwear.Audrey LeeQuince 100% Washable Silk Pajama Button Up TopWhile slumbering in this washable silk number is akin to sleeping on satin sheets, this button-up top can get just as much wear out of the house. Commerce editor Audrey Lee says that it has a loose, breathable silhouette thats perfect for summer. This PJ top has a loose silhouette and is extremely breathable, which makes it a great staple in the summer when the last thing you want is fabric clinging to your body at night (or during the day). I own two colorsnavy blue and blackand since theyre collared button ups they help me look more put together on days when I dont give much thought to my outfit, she adds.Quince 100% Washable Silk Beauty Sleep SetThis sleep set includes sleek must-haves to comfortably catch some Zs: a silk eye mask, two scrunchies, and a pillowcase. Its also essential for travelers to take on flights and easy to maintain with its machine-washable materials. Not surprisingly, its a beloved pick in our gift guides.Quince Featherweight Cashmere Ribbed Henley SweaterThis whisper-thin Mongolian cashmere henley is a staple in commerce editor Audrey Lees winter wardrobe. Its versatile enough for lounging around the house or wearing out on-the-go. If I have five minutes to get ready, odds are Im wearing this and jeans, Lee says. The cashmere is thin enough where you might even get away with wearing this beyond the winter months and Im very tempted to get it in every color.

Though he says theyre a family of modernists and his firm is grounded in transitional modernism, Andrew felt drawn to exploring a more traditional aesthetic with the renovation, infusing much more color than the prior interior had ever experienced, plus ever-so-nautical shiplap, moldings, and high-gloss lacquer in a subtle Benjamin Moore green that reflects nature while bouncing light beneath not-enormous ceilings.Traditional doesnt quite do the 3,200-square-foot, five-bedroom home justice, however. While the classically styled white exterior didnt change, it now masks delightful surprises inside, such as a funky, rainbow-hued ceramic Sean Gerstley coffee table, meaningful works by Derrick Adams and Douglas Pendleton, an LED chandelier made of old burnt-out light bulbs, and a vintage Guillerme et Chambron finger chair. Most of the rooms open to the outside, and on the ground floor to each other too. And we have one room thats essentially for a tub, says Alexia of her favorite part of the house.Someone is a big David Bowie fan, says Andrew, Myself. And I used to know him. I love this picture [by Brian Duffy] and it just seemed befitting to have it where it is. The primary bathtub room is one of the most used spaces in the house, thanks to the fireplace beside the MTI Baths tubon a slab of Paonazzo Caldia marble from BAS Stonewith a Baliza tub filler. When daughter Isabel stayed at the house with a few girlfriends, they said they spent the entire weekend in that bathroom, Andrew laughs. It feels like true luxury, bathing in front of a fireplace, says Alexia, who also indulges whenever possible.Art: Duffy Archive & The David Bowie Archive My wife is a bather, explains Andrew, so we had to make that a very nice room. Under a vaulted ceiling of lacquered beadboard, a deep tub sits atop a marble island beside a brick fireplace, with Brian Duffys famous portrait of Ziggy Stardust aka David Bowie (whom Andrew knew personally) presiding over the space that houses a sofa too. The room sums up the experience of chez Sheinman: subtle luxury, coziness, unconventionality, and human connection all wrapped up in one.Their retreat sits on two acres and you dont see any other homes or signs of human life from the pool, says Andrew. Its their antidote to Manhattan, the ferry over acting as the cutting of the umbilical cord, he adds. My parents always told my sister and me that one of their conditions for raising children in New York City is that they would want somewhere in the world for us to know what grass and trees and sea are, Alexia says. Surrounded by all those things on Shelter Island, it became a very important part of our lives.In redesigning and rebuilding their wrecked home, the collaboration of father and daughter is arguably one of the most marvelous moments the Sheinmans have shared. It is very much a family house, says Alexia, and it feels like weve evolved as a family together [in it].

If youre on the hunt for trending outdoor furniture at a great discount, look no further than Neighbor. From February 13 to March 3, the retailer is offering 15% off their wide collection of patio furniture, outdoor couches, and dining sets, featuring performance fabrics and rust-resistant metals. With loveseats, fire pits, and even outdoor rugs in the mix, this sale gives tired Adirondack chairs a run for their money.Neighbor Bluff SofaNeighbor Coupe Fire TableWayfairUntil: OngoingWayfair is hosting a living room sale with 50% off select items such as sofas and sectionals, accent chairs, coffee tables, and recliners. Well save you the 45-page scroll through furniture deals and point out our two favoritesa pair of swivel accent chairs that look far more expensive than their retail price, and this pine console table that will lend some instant classiness to your foyer. For more of our favorite picks from the sale, read up on the best Wayfair Presidents Day deals.Wade Logan Hendina Armchair (Set of 2)Millwood Pines Brittanni 63 Console TableCastleryUntil: 2/23Details: $100 off $1,500, $200 off $2,500, $450 off $4,500One of our favorite suppliers of midcentury-inspired pieces, Castlery stocks just about anything youd need for your housemodular couches, table sets, chic bar stools, as well as full room sets, so you can decorate without using too much brain power. The sites currently offering a promo up to $450 off indoor and outdoor furniture while stock lasts, depending on how much you spend, so youll certainly want to take advantage of the markdowns on this high-quality selection.Castlery Harper TV StandCastlery Adams LoveseatAlbany ParkUntil: 2/25Details: 40% off sitewideThrough February 25, the sofa gods at Albany Park are offering 40% off sitewide their extensive collections of sectionals, sofas, and loveseats. You can finally bite the bullet on the couch upgrade youve been hoping for without having to save up forever.Albany Park Kova SofaAlbany Park Albany SofaMitziUntil: 2/24Details: 20% off sitewide with the code PRESDAY20Lighting connoisseurs will be thrilled to see Mitzi is offering 20% off its extensive selection of design-forward lighting options. Sconces, pendants, floor and table lamps are well-represented here, including ones that feature USB-C chargers and are compatible with Bluetooth.Mitzi Liwa Table LampMitzi Alex Plug-in Wall SconceSixpennyUntil: 2/20Details: 20% off orders of $1000 and over, using promo code: MORNINGSONGSixpenny specializes in furniture designed with serenity and comfort in mind. Their chaises and ottomans are cloaked in linen named for quiet sage, salt water, and pacific pearl. Their catalog, including this dining set were after, bring a welcome calmness to your home environment.Sixpenny Tango Dining TableSixpenny Bene Dining Chair (Set of 2)Bedding Presidents Day SalesBuffyUntil: 2/28Details: 20% off Sitewide with the code PRES20Buffys currently offering 30% off bedding bundles and sheet sets, so if youre upgrading your linen closet, take a peek. The original Cloud Comforter is beloved by our digital editor Sydney Gore, while its lighter-weight little sibling, the Breeze, is another editor favorite. If youre a hot sleeper, we also recommend investing in a full Cooling Set, currently marked down from $538 to $379.Buffy Cloud ComforterBuffy The Cooling SetBrooklinenUntil: 2/20Details: 20% off sitewideBrooklinen is a go-to for AD staffers. Weve sung their praises for years, and even done a roundup of our favorite products. Nothing like Presidents Day weekend for treating yourself to a new set of luxe sheets, or a plush robe to really glamorize your skincare routine.Brooklinen Luxe Sateen Hardcore Sheet BundleBrooklinen Super-Plush RobeCozy EarthUntil: 2/28Details: 20% off sitewide with the code PRES20While Valentines Day might be more centered on what to gift for the special someone (or people, plural) in your life, Cozy Earth has a little special something just for you. The bedding retailer is throwing a V-Day sale where everything is marked down 25% off sitewide. It sounds like the perfect opportunity to snag a new duvet or a cooling bamboo sheet set (available in 15 different colors) in preparation for summer, but you really cant go wrong with any of Cozy Earths offerings.Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

Frequently Asked QuestionWhat are the most famous architectural styles?Aside from the historic styles (Greek, Roman, Baroque, Rococo, etc.), International Style, Art Deco, Brutalism, Art Nouveau, are prominent styles, say Kaminski and Pew. Midcentury modern is also famed, according to Schwert. Midcentury modern is a very famous style, and I find it particularly interesting as it was such a clear manifestation of the zeitgeist of the mid-20th century, Schwert says. There is an embrace of innovation, functionality, and a rejection of traditional form, ornament, and construction.What was the first architectural style?Prehistoric architecture is largely the oldest architectural style, but it is not a defined aesthetic in the same way Art Deco or midcentury modern are viewed. According to Kaminski and Pew, ancient Egyptian architecture is among the first frameworks that mirrors what wed think of as a style today. Egypt features some of the oldest surviving buildings in the world, and as a result ancient Egyptian architecture is widely considered one of the first architectural styles, the pair explain.What is the newest architectural style?It might be too soon to name a new architectural styledistance and time is often required to truly see a movement take shape, says Kaminski and Pew. Some argue the democratization of information [through the internet] has led to an overwhelming sameness and cultural stagnation, they say. Others believe that the siloed nature of social media allows many styles to flourish contemporaneously.

Stairs are more than just a utilitarian fixture of the home. Why not make a major statement in theentrywaywith one of the following staircase ideas, which are sure to capture guests attention as soon as they set foot inside of your space? There are so many creative routes to take when it comes to staircase design. Staircases are a beautiful way to work in corresponding materials found elsewhere in the home or to add pattern and texture through runners, says AD PRO Directory member Benjamin Johnston ofBenjamin Johnston Design.Below youll find 39 top-notch staircase design ideas from experts all across the country that will leave you feeling majorly inspired, whether you desire a modern staircase, crave a minimalist look, are working with a small space, and so much more. (Just dont make thesestaircase renovation mistakes.)Select a statement centerpieceDesigner Jessica Davis of Atelier Davis went the custom route with an eye-catching chandelier to anchor her stairwell.Photo: Emily FollowillAD PRO Directory designer Jessica Davis of Atelier Davis in Atlanta commissioned artist Brent Warr to create this plaster chandelier for her own Atlanta home. I really wanted something organic to contrast with the hard lines of the architecture of the space, she says. The stairway is pretty narrow and the opening is not that big, so I love that Brent was able to create something super custom that works with the spatial constraints and geometry.Craft an airy atmosphereWarm wood, spare decor, and white walls allow natural light to take center stage in this serene stairway.Photo: Tramp StudioThis tranquil staircase in a project by AD PRO Directory designer Linette Dai of the Belmont Shore, Californiabased firm Linette Dai Design exemplifies the minimal look that she says will reign supreme this year. Paired with the skylights overhead, it fosters an extra airy, natural hallway atmosphere.Tap into continuous moldingContinuous molding along the wall adds character to this white stairway.Photo: Jenn VerrierThe decision to incorporate picture frame molding in this stairway was a strategic one, according to VW Fowlkes of Fowlkes Studio in Washington, DC. Having a continuous pattern on the wall gives the stairs a sense of autonomy from the architecture around them, he says. The picture frame molding appears unbroken as the stairs float by it.Intentional storageA console fit to the slant of the stairs provides great storage while taking up little space in the home.Photo: Halkin MasonJapanese influences are at play all throughout this town house, explains Marco Angelucci, design director of the Philadelphia-based AD PRO Directory firm Marguerite Rodgers Interior Design. This storage solution tucked underneath a staircase draws inspiration from a modern interpretation of a Japanese tansu chest, Angelucci says of the under-staircase setup. Rich walnuts framed by burnt orange accents anchor the soft whites and glass enclosure of the stairway.Go for a sizable galleryA gallery is a great way to fill out the entire space along your staircase wall.Photo: Pr BengtssonAD PRO Directory designer Meg Lonergan of Meg Lonergan Interiors in Houston notes the profound impact that art can have in a stairway. Wrapping walls with a curated collection of artwork melds art with architecture, elevating any overlooked stairwell into a vibrant and dynamic focal point, she says. In this instance, Lonergan displayed a collection of herbariums placed atop a peachy-pink archival paper. The spacing, arranged on-site and deliberately random, adds depth and dimension to the cohesive collection of a single medium, she says.Add a hand-painted touchA hand-painted stairwell pairs well with a gallery wall here to make for a visually invigorating space.Photo: Richard PowersThose struggling to source the right wallpaper for their stairway may wish to take a cue from this project by AD PRO Directory designers James Dolenc and Tom Riker of James Thomas. Here, the entire stair hall was hand-painted to mimic the look of a custom wall covering. We love the look of a wallpapered stairwell for its striking effect, the Chicago-based Riker says. For further pizzazz, hang some artwork. Creating a salon-style gallery wall is a bold way to bring life to this often-overlooked space, Riker adds.Consider custom railingBoth the railing and the runner in this stairway are custom designs.Photo: Erin LittleThis staircases custom hand-hammered iron railing was designed by Blair Moore of Moore House Design in New York and Rhode Island. She says the feature serves as a sculptural centerpiece, exuding a hand-forged, artisanal quality. To round out the space, the designer created a full-length staircase runner using vintage Mahal runners that have been custom-sized and bound together.Scalloped elementThe scalloping along these stairs create a compelling side view.Photo: Stacy Zarin GoldbergSara Swabb, the Washington, DCbased founder of Storie Collective and AD PRO Directory member, explains that she chose to incorporate a scalloped detail on this staircase to soften the architectural lines and add a subtle, decorative element that feels both classic and unexpected. By refining the profile of the stringer, we introduced a sculptural quality that elevates the transition between floors while keeping the overall look understated.Modern runnerA staircase by Kendall WilkinsonPhoto: Trevor TondroAdd comfort to your staircase with the addition of a runner. This contemporary staircase by Kendall Wilkinson ofKendall Wilkinson Designin San Francisco features a stair runner from The Rug Company and a delicate light fixture by Jeremy Cole. The piece of art in this Silicon Valley, California, home is by Pamela Jordan and titledLune.Mix and match runnerA space by Nadia WattsPhoto: Emily MintonRedfieldWhen designing this traditional foyer in her home city of Denver, AD PRO Directory designer Nadia Watts ofNadia Watts Interior Design opted to create a custom, full-length stair runner by cutting and binding together three individual runners that spoke to her.Glitz and glamAnother project by Nadia WattsPhoto: Emily MintonRedfieldIn a Highlands Ranch, Colorado, home, Watts dressed up a sweeping staircase with a custom-designed color from Scott GroupStudio in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Two KravetHaddam high backchairs upholstered in a Pierre Frey fabric add a welcoming touch to the foyer.Wallpaper momentLilse McKennas projectPhoto: Read McKendreeLilse McKenna, the founder ofLilse McKenna, Inc., in New Canaan, Connecticut, covered the area surrounding this staircase in Sister Parishs Desmond wallpaper. Sitting in sleek gold frames, meaningful photos and articles that her client has collected over the years add a pop of personality parallel to the banister. I love agallery wallgoing up the stairs or through a hallway, McKenna reflects. In a space like this, which has quite a lot happening architecturally and visually, I recommend keeping the frames and mats consistent to give the eyes a rest.Wrought-iron touchA staicase by Benjamin JohnstonPhoto: Julie SoeferIn an unexpected yet stylish fashion, this staircases wrought-iron balusters are mounted on the stringer rather than directly onto the treads,Benjamin Johnstonexplains. No space is wasted here, the Houstonbased designer adds. A small gate cleverly transforms the lower portion of the staircase into a cozy kennel for our clients pup. The middle section provides a deep storage closet perfect for seasonal and holiday decorations or long-term storage.Color storyA vibrant staircase in the background by Gray Walker InteriorsPhoto: Jessie PrezaIn a Sea Island, Georgia, home Gray Walker ofGray Walker Interiors from Charlotte, North Carolina, brightened up the staircase with an eye-catching, rainbow-colored Missoni runner. A painting from Travis & Company hanging in the foyer mimics many of the hues present.Wood on woodA Fire Island project by Peter DunhamPhoto: Tria GiovanWe did everything we could to keep the decorating minimal and simple so as not to detract from the architecture-as-sculpture staircase and how the light comes down beautifully from the windows above, says Peter Dunham ofPeter Dunham & Associates. In this Horace Gifforddesigned Fire Island Pines, New York, home, a cedar console by LA artisan Bradley Duncan is a perfect complementary piece, given that the wood staircaseand every other surface in the houseis made from that same material.Molding emphasisA staircase moment by Czar InteriorsPhoto: Venjhamin ReyesLauren Czarniecki, founder and principal designer ofCzar Interiorsin Delray Beach, Florida, added geometric-shaped moldings to this stairwell, opting for a flat-stock molding in lieu of a more traditional paneling to achieve a contemporary look that better suited the space. She then installed a sculptural light fixture with glass details that mimic the crystal accents on the stair railing. The translucent nature of the fixture allows you to see through to the outside, bringing the natural light and Florida foliage into the space, the designer shares.Sconce effectA modern project by Linda HayslettPhoto: Lauren TaylorOriginally, this Los Angeles homes stairwell featured a chandelier, but Linda Hayslett ofLH.Designsfelt that such a fixture was impractical for her clients busy family and opted to hang Fett wall sconces instead. I wanted a more dramatic, cool, interesting effect when you walked up the stairs, the Los Angelesbased designer says. But I also wanted my clients to not have to worry about changing a light bulb down the road either.Smoke glassIn Palm Beach, a project by Marc-Michaels Interior DesignPhoto: Jessica Klewicki GlynnSmoke glass adds drama to the staircase, which a clear glass cant accomplish, says Shannon Callahan, director of design atMarc-Michaels Interior Design, Inc., in Winter Park, Florida. In this Palm Beach, Florida, home, the glass appears differently depending on where one stands. When standing within the staircase looking through a single pane, it appears like a light smoke-tinted glass, but standing in the living room looking to the kitchen the multiple layers cast tones as dark as deep graphite, Callahan says. Meanwhile, she adds, slabs of natural walnut as the stair treads help to balance out the look.Chandelier focusInside a project by Alexandra Kaehler DesignPhoto: Aimee MazzengaAlexandra Kaehler opted to take advantage of this Chicago homes high ceilings and installed a large yet airy chandelier in the stairwell. I wanted something with a bit of whimsy to contrast the exposed brick wall, says the Chicagobased principal ofAlexandra Kaehler Design.Creative wall artA home by Jackson Warren InteriorsPhoto: Claudia Casbarian for Julie SoeferKiley Jackson and Aileen Warren of HoustonsJackson Warren Interiorshung various framed Herms scarves in the stairwell of this local home. In the landing, a bench from Dmitry covered in Loro Piana fabric makes a bold statement.Statement artAn LA project by Jeff AndrewsPhoto: Grey CrawfordWhy opt for just one piece of art when you can create an eye-catching display? AD PRO Directory member Jeff Andrews ofJeff Andrews Designin Los Angeles, chose to hang two large paintings by Cuban artist Danilo Vinardeli via Pegaso Gallery on the second story of a grand foyer in Beverly Hills; the wallpaper is from Maya Romanoff.We used the large painting upstairs to help draw the eye up into the larger space and also complement the chandelier, Andrews explains.Coastal detailsA Maryland project by Purple Cherry ArchitectsPhoto: David BurroughsCathy Purple Cherry ofPurple Cherry Architectsin Annapolis, Maryland, designed this triple staircase to have a classical coastal railing design. In the landing sits a tail wing that the client, a collector of industrial artifacts, sourced from an artist. We loved the juxtaposition of this large industrial piece against the more traditional staircase, Purple Cherry says. Its unexpectedness in this space makes it a total showstopper.Wood detailingA San Francisco staircase by K InteriorsPhoto: Brad KnipsteinKristen Pea of AD PRO Directory firmK Interiorsin San Francisco imagines that back when this nearby home was built in the early 1900s, the area of the stairwell that now features wood detailing was home to stained glass. Filling in the area with this decorative wood detailing allows for light to pass into an otherwise dark staircase and provides a moment of visual interest as you come into the front door of the home, she shares.Cocktail nookA Houston bar nook by Creative TonicPhoto: Julie SoeferAD PRO Directory designer Courtnay TarttElias ofCreative Tonic chose to integrate a bar area under this Houston homes staircase, using artwork from her clients collection to add extra flair to this colorful nook. Adding a bright cocktail bar allowed us togive function and fun to the space without making any structural changes, Elias shares.Storage spaceA modern project by K InteriorsPhoto: Bess FridayPea kept function top of mind in this San Francisco home belonging to a family of four. This area is right off of the garagean entry zoneas the family returns from work and school, she shares, noting that the cabinets below the contemporary staircase are designed to corral essentials including backpacks, purses, outwear, and more.Nailhead ideaA Houston project by Creative TonicPhoto: Julie SoeferIn another Houston home, Elias of Creative Tonic gave a Stark Rugs runner a bit of a facelift by adding on a custom antiqued brass nailhead trim. I love a decorative nailhead detail on canvas rug borders when I can use them, she says. It is an unusual bespoke detail that stands outliterallyand a staircase is often the perfect spot for raised/textural details like this one.Geometric effectA custom runner by Studio Munroe.Photo: Thomas KuohEmilie Munroe ofStudio Munroein San Francisco designed a custom runner that winds through three stories of this Edwardian home in the Golden City, the second property on which she has worked with this set of clients. The black-and-white color combination is an homage to the two-tone color scheme in their prior house, with the angular geometric pattern serving to balance and complement the traditional architectural detailing found throughout the home, Munroe explains.Railing detailsA Texas project by Creative TonicPhoto: Julie SoeferIn this Galveston, Texas, home, Elias created her own custom wood railing. I was inspired by classic ChineseChippendale millwork fences and their light and breezyyet elevatedvibe, which fit perfectly in this bay house, she comments.Glass spindlesA project by PrairiePhoto: MELLON StudioIn her previous home, Shannon McLaren of CaliforniasPraireneeded to redesign her floating stairs to ensure they were up to code and kid-friendly. Because she loved the airy effect of the original setup, she chose to pay homage to that design and worked thick, see-through glass spindles into the mix. McLaren finished off the staircase with a custom walnut railing and green Missoni carpeting.Warm woodCaitlin Kah Interiors project in Palm BeachBrantley Photography 2021An airy wood staircase shines in this Palm Beach, Florida, home. Caitlin Kah ofCaitlin Kah Interiorsworked alongside Valencia Welding to design this staircase, which features a custom glass panel by Seabreeze Building. Kah also incorporated a floating window, designed by Roger Janssen of Daily Janssen Architects, beside the stairwell. The addition of the floating window allows for ample light to pour throughout the space, providing unobstructed ocean views from the living room, the staircase, and the foyer just out of frame, she comments.Rope handrailA staircase conceived by Sanayi313.Photo: Ali Yavuz AtaThis stunning staircase by Istanbulbased design studioSanayi313 features a black-and-white patterned custom carpet, as well as a unique looking handrail, which is made from silk rope.Showstopping and artfulA project by Traci ConnellPhoto: Matti GreshamTraci Connell, the founder of Traci Connell Interiors in Dallas, wanted to create a showstopper that is like an art installation with this staircase. The solid glass pieces connect beautifully on the metal eye beam structure, which also supports the white oak tread stairs, Connell states. Given that her clients travel often, live plants under the staircase were out of the question. I contacted one of my favorite artificial floral artists to create a chic, bonsai-type tree to set the mood of connecting the interior with the exterior, the designer shares.Dramatic and brightA staircase by Cheri Etchelecu Martin.Photo: Stovall StudioMartin knew that she wanted to create a unique and dramatic entrance to this Vail, Colorado, home. This staircase is made from a combination of stone and glass and features 32 handblown crystal globes hanging above it. The staircase enhances both levels of the home with texture, lighting, color, and shape, Martin says.Rainbow huesAn Airbnb designed by Bryan YatesPhoto: Michael WiltbankA rainbow-colored staircase shines in this Airbnb that Bryan Yates, the Dallasbased founder of Yates Desygn, imagined for a client who operates the Instagram account Dallas Love List. The designer wanted to create an ombr effect. Each element was selected to be cost-effective and long-lasting to withstand vast groups of people while still packing a punch, he says. The stairs may be a transitional space to most, but we wanted to utilize them in a way that inspired guests to stop for a Palm SpringsmeetsVegasmeetsrainbow moment selfie!Bronze handrailViki Chupiks Austin homePhoto: Casey DunnThis home is what Viki Chupik, the founder of Chupik Design, refers to as a reversed house. As the Austin-based designer explains, Guests enter on a lower level with a bedroom and a wine cellar, and you travel up the stairs to reach the main living level. It was therefore necessary to find a way to draw guests through the entry space and gently guide them up. Chupik worked with a local artisan to design a custom bronze handrail, which she says further echoes the soft curves throughout the home and [layers] another unique feature.Natural elementsDeana Concilio-Lenzs natural project.Photo: David MarlowAD PRO Directory member Deana Concilio-Lenz, the founder of Deana Lenz Interiors, refers to this staircase as a bit of a geometry puzzle. Made from cedar wood and black steel, it weaves its way through a three-story home perched on a mountaintop in Telluride, Colorado. The materials lend themselves to natures elements, while the design captures the expansive views, says the New Yorkbased designer.Nautical banisterA Lake Michigan home by James Thomas InteriorsPhoto: Werner StraubeTom Riker, who leads Chicagos James Thomas Interiors alongside James Dolenc, wanted to incorporate nautical elements into this Lake Michigan summer home. The paddles are a nod to the familys love of lake activities, he says, describing the banister. Storage was also a key component of the staircase. We loved how it created a whimsical look. The drawers are made from poplar and Sherwin Williams Alabaster, a color that Riker says matches the homes trim.Artful installationGlenna Stones staircase projectPhoto: John BesslerIn an art-filled home, the staircase, designed by Krieger Architects is a three-dimensional work of art in its own right, says Glenna Stone, the founder of Glenna Stone Interior Design in Philadelphia. Its unique design allows us to see the artwork at the top of the stairs, as well as the architectural and interior details beyond it, the designer says. It helps to unify the first and second floors as one visual space, while at the same time creating defined areas in an open-concept home.Historic elementsPhoto: Sarah WinchesterIn the Maine cabin, designer Kristin Rivoli whitewashed all of the cedar walls to brighten up the space. However, she says, We left the handrail and the balustrades as we found them, so you can feel the warmth of the wood and see the generations of hands that have touched it, says the founder of Kristin Rivoli Interior Design in Winchester, Massachusetts. A family tradition has been to hang their school banners, so we embraced that, creating a space where each person leaves their mark alongside those of their ancestors!What are the stairway trends for 2025?They might be passageways, but by no means are staircases seen as an afterthought in 2025. Stairways are becoming sculptural focal points in homestrue pieces of art that deserve to be treated as such, says Moore.That said, she adds, clean, minimalist designs are on the rise. Dai agrees.Minimalist staircases are having a big moment and here to stay for a while, she says. This can be in the form of floating staircases with hidden supports, or sculptural, curvy staircases with plaster sides, she says. Glass railings with metal frames also make an understated and elegant statement, allowing for a more open and spacious feel with more light flow.Furthermore, sustainability will be at the forefront of staircase design, Dai adds, noting that we can expect to see eco-friendly materials, including bamboo, reclaimed wood, and recycled metal in the mix.What are some stylish staircase wall ideas?There are many decorative routes to take when it comes to the wall alongside your stairs. Staircase walls are a prime canvas for creative expression, Moore says. She refers to gallery walls as a timeless choice but notes that by no means are they the only option: For a bold and modern look, consider one large-scale piece that spans the wall vertically, creating a dramatic focal point.Looking to go textural? Consider painting your staircase wall in a Venetian plaster or limewash, Moore offers.Additionally, consider putting the wall alongside your staircase to work by incorporating built-in shelvingdisplaying books and curated objects there makes for a collected look, Dai saysof course, you cant go wrong with a classic gallery wall, she adds, but why not amp it up a notch? Setting against a statement wallpaper adds a layer of whimsy, Dai says. If the wallpaper option doesnt wow you, she offers up another worthwhile idea: Textured wall treatments such as fluted plaster or slatted wood creates a grand and elongating effect.Mirrors are also an excellent choice, Moore adds, stating that she is partial to oversized or vintage pieces for a staircase wall.What are some top staircase paint tips?Consider applying the concept of color drenching to the stairs, notes Davis. Paint the treads, risers, spindles, rails, and newel posts all one color, but also think about doing a stencil on the risers for added interest, she says. Moore echoes the sentiment. For those seeking a dramatic statement, monochromatic staircaseswhere the steps, risers, and railing are all unified in a single hueare making a significant impact in modern interiors, she says.Of course, painting just the wall beside the staircase is also a viable option. For staircases with natural wood treads and textural runners, we recommend selecting a neutral wall palette, such as soft, matte finishes, to highlight the warmth of the materials, Moore says. Let the paint complement the spaces natural textures rather than overpower them.What is the cheapest way to decorate stairs?Professional interior designers have several suggestions for how to best give stairs a makeover without breaking the bank. Consider laying down a carpet runner or painting an element of the staircase, such as a riser or railing, Callahan suggests. Additionally, consider hanging a gallery wall of favorite art prints on the stairwell. If your stairs are bland or need something to dress it up, then creating a cool wall of art can instantly make stairs seem like a curated area, Hayslett adds.How much should it cost to build a staircase?Constructing a staircase from scratch can be an investment. Depending on what youre looking to do with your stairs they can be a lot of work to construct, in labor and cost, Hayslett explains. Even a simple set of stairs can cost a pretty penny. She recommends evaluating various staircase ideas and determining the stair design that appeals to you before meeting with a contractor, as structure will greatly affect cost.What materials are best to use for a staircase?Designers agree that the materials one selects for a staircase design will vary depending on a clients needs and preferences. Yates is personally a proponent of a wood tread with a custom runner. Chupik is partial to hardwood treads, stained wood or painted paneling, and wool carpet runners.How can I make a staircase look expensive?Theres a range of decorating ideas that will add a luxurious touch to your staircase. I recommend looking to your personal style to achieve a visually high-end and unique space, Martin says, citing stair runners and wall treatments as possible additions.The right finishes will also make all of the difference. For my projects, I gravitate towards plaster walls or wood paneling details, marble or stone treads and risers, wool woven stair runners in a sophisticated stripe or chic pattern, handcrafted bronze railing with unique details, and upholstered benches at the landing, Chupik says.Dont forget about the lighting above the staircase, either, Yates notes. Proper lighting, including a mixture of recessed and decorative fixtures, will always enhance your space and create a more luxurious environment, he says.How can I make my stairs beautiful?Designing a beautiful staircase is simpler than one might think, and there are many viable DIY approaches. If you dont have the means or funds to replace your staircase, a fresh coat of paint and a runner will work wonders, Johnston says. For even more of an impact, swap your current balusters for ones with an architectural design featuringdecorative accents of brass or gold. Hayslett agrees that its smart to start small. Painting the railings, adding a gallery wall, or changing the look of the risers to a fun tile can really make your stairs start to shine, she says.

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Damian and Britt Zunino, the husband-and-wife founders of the sought-after firm Studio DB, must regularly balance their respect for the history of a place with their larger aim of creating homes that reflect the people who live in them. This was especially true, and important to get right, when it came to the couples own Manhattan loft, where even the past was personal.Damians fatherF. Anthony Zunino, who like his son trained as an architectfirst rented space in the Renaissance Revival building, just south of Union Square, in 1970, looking for room to build inflatable vinyl furniture and enclosures. He purchased one of the full-floor units, the site of a former stuffed-animal factory, that same year. It was there that Damian grew up, amid climbing structures leading to lofts within the loft. I once fell out of bed and into the bathtub, he says with a laugh.He moved back in, with Britt and their kids in tow, during the pandemic for what they all thought would be a temporary stay. Once his parents gave up the 2,900-square-foot space in favor of a smaller apartment nearby, however, it became permanent. The scope of the ensuing renovation also morphed. Our original intent was just to redo the kitchen, says Damian. But then they replaced the floors and windows, installed central air-conditioning, reconfigured bedrooms, and overhauled a bathroom that had come dangerously close to leaking onto a downstairs neighbors cabinetry painted by Robert Rauschenberg. This is what we do, says Britt, so it just snowballed.The living area groups a BDDW sofa and an Angelo Mangiarotti cocktail table.Photo: Interior: Matthew Williams. Styling: Mieke Ten Have. ARt: Charlotte Hallberg/HESSE FLATOW, New York. Meghan Wilbar/Michael Warren Contemporary, Denver CO.In the end, the apartmentwhich is featured in Drawn Together: Studio DB Architecture and Interiors (Rizzoli, March 2025), a new monograph of the firms workallowed the couple to experiment with bold design ideas, just as it had for Damians father. To set an intimate tone upon arrival, they added a wall to make a proper foyer, outfitted it with a built-in armoire covered with a botanical mural by Calico Wallpaper, and painted the room a dark green. Clients arent always so amenable to a darker palette, but the couple doesnt see it as an impediment to airiness, carrying the color over to the spacious living area. For the kitchen, they designed an island that, with its irregularly shaped marble top and burnished-brass base, doubles as statement furniture. It took four rounds of metal samples before they settled on a patina.When it came to other pieces, they followed their tastes, choosing what they liked and moving things around to achieve the pleasingly layered look thats one of their signatures. That meant hanging an Ed Ruscha poster against a floral wallpaper in a daughters bedroom and placing a Verner Panton chair atop a Moroccan rug in the den. The living area, meanwhile, is anchored by a BDDW sectional, a wise impulse auction buy, thats covered in a hard-wearing blue wool. (Guests actually relax on it.) Then there were the extra touches. Britt especially loves her coffee nook. It makes me happy every morning, she says. The kids have reading alcoves. Even the cat, George, has a dedicated hideaway.

A long and narrow hallway can be a challenge in any homeor in the hands of the right firm, a stylistic protagonist. The 1,023-square-foot apartment is in Milans Citt Studi neighborhood, in a typical building from the early 1900s. Its young owners were still new arrivals in the city when they found this abode, which retains many fascinating period elements, including parquet floors in two rooms and vintage cement tiles with classic designs. The main challenge of the home, however, was the hallway. The clients were unsure what to do with it, but we immediately decided that we couldnt just ignore it. Instead, we wanted to emphasize its proportions and length, turning it into a sort of promenade, explains Mario Abruzzese, founder of Kick.Office studio.In the hallway, custom cabinetry and hidden doors are painted in a matte lacquered rust color. The marble-chip floors by MIPA are in Tef from their Seeds collection. The Mini Glo-Ball hanging lamp is by Jasper Morrison for Flos and the Tropico wall lamp in opaline glass and metal is by Gabriele and Oscar Buratti for FontanArte.The long, narrow hallway was emphasized with a custom-made matte lacquered terracotta-colored installation and the addition of a powder-white barrel vault.Niches, built-in cabinets, and even a small home office can now be found in the long, narrow hallway. Clients increasingly want a dedicated workspace, or even two, in their homes, the architects say. We made the hallway more dramatic by creating a barrel vault and playing with a combination of a milk white and a very intense terracotta red. On the floor, we used marble chip tiles, a historical artifact in many Milan apartments, but here we used more contemporary colors, Kick.Office explains. The designers were also very particular when it came to the lighting, using a series of wall sconces that amplify the feeling of depth. Thus the entryway, now reimagined as a sort of promenade, becomes the backbone of the apartment as it leads to the living area.A view from the living room of a section of the hallway that now includes a home office. The teak shelving unit on the left is an Italian design from the 1960s. The Alanda coffee table in clear glass and black painted metal is by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, the Wassily armchair is a design by Marcel Breuer (Knoll). On the small desk, a 1962 Marco vase of mold-blown etched glass vase by Sergio Asti for Salviati. The brass and mahogany table lamp is a 1950s design. The restored herringbone parquet floor is made with Italian oak and the marble chip tile floors are the Tef design from the Seeds collection by MIPA.False ceilings, which had been added after the original construction of the apartment, caused it to lose some of its generous proportions, but surviving stucco details and cornices were carefully restored. The layout of the apartment, however, was entirely reimagined. The sleeping area was moved to the back of the house that overlooks a quieter courtyard, while the living area now faces the street. The latter features restored Italian oak herringbone parquet flooring, and now includes a number of beautiful additions, like a Wassily chair designed by Marcel Breuer and a vintage shelving unit.Detail of Veneta Cucines forest green kitchen. The 265 lamp is by Paolo Rizzatto for Flos.In the living room, a 1960s Italian teak shelving unit, a Parentesi lamp by Achille Castiglioni and Pio Manz for Flos, an Alanda coffee table by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, and a Wassily armchair by Marcel Breuer (Knoll).Next to it is the dining area with an open kitchen: We chose a dark green Veneta Cucine model with an ivory-colored quartz countertop, the design team explains. On one wall, hidden doors conceal the laundry, refrigerator, pantry, and oven. The dining room includes an LC6 glass table with black painted steel base by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina, Cesca chairs by Breuer in chrome metal and rattan, a Diabolo hanging lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos in cherry red, and theres a 265 adjustable wall lamp by Paolo Rizzatto for Flos in the kitchen area. We didnt only furnish the long and narrow hallway. Throughout the entire home we wanted to create a mixture of custom designed furniture paired with both modern and classic pieces that make the best use of the space to create a functional architectural envelope, the architects add.The dining area with its open kitchen has an LC6 glass table with black painted steel base by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina; Cesca chairs in chrome metal and rattan by Marcel Breuer for Knoll; and a Diabolo hanging lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos in cherry red.The bathrooms have their own surprises. They have been radically transformed, Kick.Office says. The shower, for example, has been carved out of a room where a kitchenette with a sink used to be. An oval door provides access to the large shower while a mirrored door in the closet area leads to the ensuite bathroom with toilet and sink. A glass-block wall separates the two bathroom spaces and allows light in while maintaining privacy.Vintage details and contemporary influences, along with restored details and radical new additions, improbably add up to a comfortable home that balances functionality and aesthetics. Here, excellent design is allowed to steal the show.This 1,023-square-foot apartment was originally published in AD Italy.A view of the primary bedroom from the en-suite bathroom, separated from it by a glass-block wall and a mirrored door. on the wall, Drawing 8 print by Ronan Bouroullec. The cement tiles are original.In the living room, a 1960s Italian teak shelving unit, an Alanda coffee table in clear glass and black painted metal by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, and a Wassily armchair by Marcel Breuer (Knoll).In the dining room, an LC6 glass table with black painted steel base from Cassina. Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer in chrome-plated metal and rattan. A Diabolo hanging lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos in cherry red.A forest green lacquered kitchen with an ivory quartz countertop. Hidden doors conceal the oven, pantry, refrigerator, and laundry.The guest bathroom is separated from the primary bathroom by a glass-block wall with a circular design that pays homage to Pierre Chareaus Maison de Verre in Paris.In the guest bathroom, forest-colored enamel painted walls, ceramic countertop bowl sink, and green Guatemalan marble top made by Bianco67. The matte lacquered terracotta-colored storage shelf is custom. The LEDinestra lamp with black painted metal base is by Osram.A detail of the interior of the shower area in the guest bathroom with wall tiles by Marazzi from the Crogiolo Lume series. The glass-block wall has a circular design that is a tribute to Pierre Chareaus Maison de Verre.In the primary bedroom, a bed with an upholstered headboard in linen-blend fabric; natural brass swivel lamp, and a colored-glass stool/bedside table. On the wall, Drawing 8 poster by Ronan Bouroullec. The walls are painted a milk white, the ceiling is cumin-colored. On the floor, restored original cement tiles.An oval door serves as the unusual entrance to the shower area; it has a chocolate-colored painted metal frame. The Passepartout JH12 gold wall lamp is by Jaime Hayon for &TraditionIn the primary bathroom, a Teti wall lamp by Artemide and a custom washbasin unit with a marble-chip top. On the floor, beige 5x5 tiles; the ceiling is garnet-colored, and the walls are in milk and a cumin color.Detail of a wardrobe door with a natural brass handle and sand-colored Barene Wall embossed vinyl wallpaper by Rubelli.

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are making big moves together in the City of Angels. Per TMZ, the engaged couple said I do to a seven-bedroom manse for $35 million in December 2024, marking one of Beverly Hills biggest real estate transactions of the year. It was also reported that a famous Hollywood director was a previous resident of the Spanish-style home, though their identity has not yet been revealed.The abode features a total of seven bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. It also boasts luxury amenities including a library, a grand spiral staircase, a greenhouse, a fitness center, and a pool.The news of Gomez and Blancos eight-figure splurge comes days after the couple announced their joint album, I Said I Love You First, out March 21. The entire project was reportedly recorded in Blancos cozy and kooky Los Angeles pad. In a March cover story for Interview, the Rare Beauty founder and the award-winning music producer dished on their home life together in Blancos 1930s-style dwelling, which he bought in 2019. The two shared that they recorded their collaborative album, which explores their relationship, in one of the upstairs bedrooms.Join NowBecome an AD PRO member for only $25 $20 per month + receive an exclusive toteArrowSo many times it was so hodgepodge. It was like two hours here, two hours there, Blanco told the outlet. Id never worked that way with someone. Usually I work that way if Im by myself, but it was so cool to be able to do that with her. Gomez also shared that the process was so laidback, she sometimes recorded songs literally laid back on the bed or lounging around the room. Normally Im on this little chair and I have a thousand blankets on me, she said. I loved it. It felt very easy.