21. Robert Downey Jr.’s Home, Hamptons, USA | Celebrity Homes
The Hampton’s house was originally a late-19th century windmill folly, later reconstructed as a residence. The appealing aspects of the estate were its proximity to East Hampton, enchanting gardens, and the privacy offered by the secluded location. To transform the existing structure into a suitable home for the talented actor and his wife, the living room was sunk several feet, and enhanced with a wraparound fireplace wall.
This gave the transitional area a sense of place, and coupled with the pedigreed pieces, soothing neutrals, eccentric accents, and discreet luxuries, it echoes the actor’s spirit. The finesse with which the home was crafted spoke both to the actor’s charismatic personality and his wife’s desire for ease and efficiency; something related to otherworldly magic.
22. Ryan Murphy’s Home, Provincetown, USA
The TV maestro lovingly preserved the abstract expressionist, Hans Hoffman’s painting and teaching studio by transforming it into a gorgeous and stylish home. The best features of the house were retained- the mammoth window, a beautiful hearth, and lovely perch that let the artist’s acolytes look down as he worked his magic on the canvas.
Primarily a guest house and entertainment venue, Murphy and his partner David Miller kept small treasures at eye-level to personalize the space and appreciate the art. With the dark tones of the woodwork and flooring, and the lighter furniture from various artists including Le Corbusier complementing it, the home is the perfect tribute to the renowned artist and truly encompasses his essence.
23. Elton John’s House, Los Angeles, USA | Celebrity Homes
With a reputation for being ardent collectors of contemporary art, Elton John and his husband’s home is no different from their personality; it is a home that is centered around art. To accommodate their expanding family, they also created family-friendly spaces, the favorite being the flow of the open living and dining areas into the large eat-in kitchen, which sets the perfect stage for entertaining guests.
The art they decided to shift into this home, inspired the color palette, materials, and furniture placement. For example, the kaleidoscopic digital print by Jeremy Blake above the living room mantel inspired the sherbet-pink table in the room and the royal-blue chairs in the dining space.
24. Laura Dern’s House, Los Angeles, USA
The Hollywood celebrity’s home beautifully merges pieces from her flourishing career with Bohemian touches to create a unique vibe. The home has a beautiful flow with the outside greenery and interior spaces bleeding into each other. Many of the characters she has played have profoundly affected her taste, which reflects in the furniture pieces chosen in the house.
It has a cool, tranquil, monochromatic palette that makes it quite cinematic and highlights the unique collectibles in the home, including movie posters and a Jurassic Park Tyrannosaurus Rex figurine guarding the door. The result is a vibrant, expressive, and storied living space which reflects her personality and career.
25. Ralph Lauren’s Home, New York, USA | Celebrity Homes
Ralph Lauren’s mansion in Bedford is a combination of a stately home and a hunting lodge. Recurring themes in the interiors of the Norman-style, stone and slate mansion are deep-colored and highly dramatic rooms with Mahogany paneling, Georgian furniture, and Persian carpets. Animal imagery is also seen in many parts of the home, including the choice of leather as a material. The private quarters are located upstairs and are a sight to behold. With layered masterpieces and exquisite layers of fabric and paintings, the home has a warm, familial aura, that welcomes one and all.
