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How do you inject personality into a blank canvas apartment? Interior designer Courtney McLeod shows us how she creates subtle visual interest by using a muted palette mixed with versatile textures, as she walks viewers through a recently completed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in NYC’s Financial District. See how she established a cohesive design identity in this Park Row home — that is equal parts urbane, sophisticated, and modern to reflect the sweeping views of old New York and 21st century New York right outside the windows — by incorporating her client’s favorite color in the foyer, installing a ceiling light fixture in the primary bedroom with an angular shape that is reminiscent of the decorative ones in the carpet and casts a soft romantic glow; and adorning the living and entertaining spaces with a curated collection of complementary curved pieces, including: a coffee table with a chagrin finish that also functions as art; a custom dining set that features brass details; and a sofa in the living room that’s upholstered with the same fabric as the area rug. Overall, as evident in the tumbling cube pattern feature wall in the bedroom, circular chagrin mirror in the foyer, and color-blocked rug in the living room, calm design does not mean boring!

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Join Open House host Sara Gore for brand new tours of beautiful homes in New York and California.

We kick off this episode with Sara Story, an interior designer and author of ‘The Heart of Home’ Sara Story, at her private New York City residence. This gorgeous townhouse, which overlooks Gramercy Park, is a long-term labor of love for Sara and her family. Originally constructed in the 1800s, this renovated abode features a parlor-level dining room that greets you upon walking through the door and is perfect for hosting large dinner parties; a living room with intricate crown molding, marble fireplace, and captivating architectural details; a sitting-room that features custom furniture and lovely floral wallpaper by Josef Frank; a modern eat-in kitchen complete with a large rustic table, lacquered Chinese hat chairs, and ceiling saturated in color; and eclectic art and décor pieces (such as whimsical crystal chandeliers, grasshopper-shaped wicker tables, and a plush Brazilian sofa that she paired with a Moroccan rug) that captures her personal aesthetic and natural proclivity toward travel — all while paying homage to the home’s interesting past.

We then zip over to the West Coast to explore a high-end estate dubbed Allure that’s located in the Mandeville Canyon area of Los Angeles and offers relaxation, privacy, and extraordinary amenities amidst California’s natural beauty. Designed and developed by Ramtin Ray Nosrati, this sprawling 7-bedroom residence boasts 14,000 square feet of luxurious modern living. From the custom moss wall with a stunning skylight to the family room with a dual-sided fireplace — and from the sleek bar space with a 14-ft stone island to the to the professional-sized Michael Jordan-themed basketball court — this home certainly packs a wow factor at every turn.

Next: interior designer Courtney McLeod shows us how she creates subtle visual interest by using a muted palette mixed with versatile textures, as she walks viewers through a recently completed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in NYC’s Financial District. See how she established a cohesive design identity in this Park Row home — that is equal parts urbane, sophisticated, and modern to reflect the sweeping views of old New York and 21st century New York right outside the windows — by incorporating her client’s favorite color in the foyer, installing a ceiling light fixture in the primary bedroom with an angular shape that is reminiscent of the decorative ones in the carpet and casts a soft romantic glow; and adorning the living and entertaining spaces with a curated collection of complementary curved pieces, including: a coffee table with a chagrin finish that also functions as art; a custom dining set that features brass details; and a sofa in the living room that’s upholstered with the same fabric as the area rug.

After that, we’re back on the West Coast to enjoy a piece of classic Hollywood with Los Angeles interior designer Karan Brady, who shows Open House around of her recent projects: a Beverly Hills home built in 1941 that is a Paul R. Williams design and has since been revamped with interesting design touches to give it an elevated feel and complement the original architectural details (such as the beams in the living room). Located at 9555 Heather Rd in Beverly Hills, CA, this vast residence boasts 9 bedrooms, 15 bathrooms, and 15505 square feet full of thoughtful updates and curated decor, including: Ralph Lauren furniture mixed with flea markets finds such as a wooden jug from Paris; a luxurious chandelier imported from Italy; a dark-brown private office with white shutters and a wet bar; an inviting primary suite at the top of the stairs that’s reminiscent of an English country estate with its soft textures and ample throw pillows; and an outdoor area with lots of entertaining spaces, including a tennis court, golf hole, bowling alley, Koi pond, and guest house.

We top off the episode with with architect Kristen Becker in a bespoke multi-storey California home nestled in the Hollywood Hills. Becker that she designed for creative couple Mia Sara and Brian Henson of ‘Muppets’ fame. This contemporary residence, that proved to be a beautiful challenge in the sense that it was built on a very steep hill, draws inspiration from both medieval castles and industrial architecture in its dramatic, yet welcoming and playful interiors. The result is a highly considered design with a modest footprint — all while being zen-like, sun-lit, and refined; a representation of a regal living space that feels private yet still perched out into the quintessential natural landscape.

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Architect Leah Solk invites Open House into a recently completed project: a brownstone in Greenwich Village. One of her goals in renovating this historic New York City apartment (originally constructed in 1839) was to revitalize it, open it up so that you could see through it from front to back, and fill it with warmth and character — all while maintaining its architectural integrity — which results in a beautiful fusion of modernism and Greek revival elements. From the multipurpose vestibule with its whimsical ‘Alice in Wonderland’-themed wallpaper to the communal living/dining room with a wood-burning fireplace and large windows that flood the area with natural light, this floor-through home offers visual flourishes along with versatile functionality.

Other points of interest include: the private office that was a design collaboration with her client and serves as a guest room when not in use for work; a large window with shutters that separates the living room and office that features scones made of handblown glass on both sides; a kitchen with an exposed brick wall and backsplash comprised of a brick tile for a sense of flow and continuity, as well as a a cozy corner with a banquette with two different directions to it (one for eating and one by the fireplace for conversation); a “hidden” bathroom tucked inside a newly constructed hallway behind a custom glass and steel enclosure; and a bedroom suite that honors the original space with its layout and historical materials, and features a closet that connects to the primary bathroom.

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Get ready to step into an eclectic house of oddities and curiosities. Artist and animator Mike Guerena, who’s worked on television series such as ‘Mission Hill’ and ‘Bob’s Burgers,’ invites Open House viewers into his private home in Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California that he shares with his wife and shows us around his rare, unique, and “strange” collectibles. According to Guerena, who is an avid collector of art and memorabilia, guests are usually pretty shocked at all the items he’s amassed over the years, but to him they are treasure finds that have more to do with creativity and personal interests than how much they’re worth. “I just like the way it looks — the beauty of it,” he explains. “I can tell you a story about every little thing on that wall.”

In fact, if you enjoy something more than he does, he’ll allow you to bring it home. And from tiny figurines to life-size ones — and from some interesting finds such a shooter game from the show ‘Bonanza’ and Creepy Crawlers by Mattel to custom creations such as an original painting featuring a monkey posing alongside a duckling and a fortune teller booth that currently sits in his carnival-themed shed, it’s clear that Guerena enjoys collecting these gems — as well as refurbishing old toys — and preserving them for future generations. Overall, this one-of-a-kind abode teems with personality, moments of wonder (and yes, a touch of creepiness as he jokingly points out), and sources of inspiration.

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Real estate power couple Tarek El Moussa & Heather Rae El Moussa, who are known for dishing out helpful tips and hacks on HGTV, invite us into their warm and spacious Newport Beach, California home that they share with their three children and adorable pup Buggy. Their vision for this renovation was a sleek hotel aesthetic, which they accomplished through custom wallpaper, a bar area that greets visitors upon stepping through the front doors and is accented with a bright statement piece chandelier, as well as black countertop and chairs, and a chic-yet-functional style that reflects their unique personalities and needs of their family. Other points of visual interest include: a living room that serves as the heart of their home and features a fireplace covered with the same wallpaper used in the bar and sliding doors for a true Southern California indoor/outdoor vibe; a kitchen that is adorned with Swarovski crystal chandeliers, a luxurious-looking hood that’s set in wax, and a 3-dimensional black backsplash with white veins that are also continued in the kitchen island; personalized children’s rooms that are warm and inviting, and embrace their kid’s unique interests; and a primary bedroom with a custom-built 8ft x 8ft bed, tufted pillow wall, and interesting books, including Tarek’s own ‘Flip Your Life.’

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Ready to explore more beautiful homes across New York and California? Open House host Sara Gore leads the way as we step into five more stunning spaces in this week’s all new episode.

We kick things off with real estate gurus Tarek El Moussa & Heather Rae El Moussa, who are known for dishing out helpful tips and hacks on HGTV, invite us into their warm and spacious Newport Beach, California home that they share with their three children and adorable pup Buggy. Their vision for this renovation was a sleek hotel aesthetic, which they accomplished through custom wallpaper, a bar area that greets visitors upon stepping through the front doors and is accented with a bright statement piece chandelier, as well as black countertop and chairs, and a chic-yet-functional style that reflects their unique personalities and needs of their family.

We then step inside the stylish loft of Hannah Bronfman and Brendan Fallis. See how the entrepreneurial power couple transformed this cavernous downtown NYC factory warehouse into a contemporary dream home for them and their two young children, Preston and Claude. Since purchasing their home a little over four years ago, they have been renovating it into a triplex that includes a mezzanine level that consists of the primary suite, main level, and lower level with two bedrooms, media room, and a conservatory (atrium). Overall, they wanted to create a home that felt warm and inviting, but could also accommodate large groups for family gatherings and dinner parties — so they turned the living room into an optimal entertaining area with an open-floor setting, plush communal sofa, record bar, and large coffee table. As for one of the focal points in this expansive space is an overhead art piece light fixture called the ‘floss coordinates’ that’s actually five different chandeliers that’s been worked up into a cone and not only pulls in the brass from the mirrors left behind by the previous owner but also draws you into the center of the space.

After that, architect Leah Solk invites us into a recently completed project: a brownstone in Greenwich Village. One of her goals in renovating this historic New York City apartment (originally constructed in 1839) was to revitalize it, open it up so that you could see through it from front to back, and fill it with warmth and character — all while maintaining its architectural integrity — which results in a beautiful fusion of modernism and Greek revival elements. From the multipurpose vestibule with its whimsical ‘Alice in Wonderland’-themed wallpaper to the communal living/dining room with a wood-burning fireplace and large windows that flood the area with natural light, this floor-through home offers visual flourishes along with versatile functionality.

Next: Get ready to step into an eclectic house of oddities and curiosities. Artist and animator Mike Guerena, who’s worked on television series such as ‘Mission Hill’ and ‘Bob’s Burgers,’ invites Open House viewers into his private home in Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California that he shares with his wife and shows us around his rare, unique, and “strange” collectibles. According to Guerena, who is an avid collector of art and memorabilia, guests are usually pretty shocked at all the items he’s amassed over the years, but to him they are treasure finds that have more to do with creativity and personal interests than how much they’re worth. “I just like the way it looks — the beauty of it,” he explains. “I can tell you a story about every little thing on that wall.”

Finally, we wrap up the episode with a trip to Bellport, New York to join designer Phillip Thomas for a tour of one of his gorgeous projects that fosters a sense of fun from the moment you walk in and was designed to share with friends and family regardless of the occasion. He shows us around his client’s home which is expansive yet intimate, and encourages easy celebration inside and out.

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