Get inspired by Jennifer Aniston's home
Actress Jennifer Aniston's Bel Air home was designed by architect A. Quincy Jones in the 1960s. When Aniston bought the property in 2011, it had just been renovated by architect Frederick Fisher. However, Aniston had it remodelled to her own taste. The actress worked with renowned designer Stephen Shadley on the transformation of her Bel Air home.
The fundamental attributes of this magnificent home are stone, dark wood, brass, and a simple colour palette, which together create a zen sanctuary and a pleasant home atmosphere. In addition to natural travertine, Shadley primarily used concrete in the outdoor areas.
The colour palette throughout the house draws from the texture and richness of Brazilian cumaru. Cumaru is a very durable, hard, and fire-resistant wood with a typical reddish-brown colour. Over time, the wood changes colour to light brown, grey, and even pinkish.
The living room is a sophisticated mix of
Art Deco, Hollywood, Mexico, and Bali. Central pieces include a brass coffee table by Arturo Pani, who was referred to as the Mexican Jean Royère. Indeed, Royère's iconic
Ours Polair sofa can also be found here. The walls feature paintings by great artists such as Chagall and abstractions by Robert Motherwell; you can light up an antique Tiffany lamp or a brass atomic-shaped wall sconce.
Cozy cushions in a nutty palette,
faux furs, and a 1950s leather sofa. This
eclectic style, however, can be found throughout the house.
The study is zen-like, with a 1965 Don Shoemaker desk and French Art Deco leather armchairs as eye-catchers. Behind Jennifer, as she works, is a bottle-green Japanese tapestry with golden embroidery. A Tiffany lamp is present again, as well as a custom-made, hand-woven
rug.
A very interesting space is the
bedroom. On an artificially raised platform is an Asian wooden bed, with brass lamps on both sides. Unique art pieces can be found on an interesting mid-century sideboard.
The house features several bathrooms, including one with a view of a zen garden, and a dark-toned powder room, whose walls are adorned with hand-painted Gracie Studio wallpaper.
However, the actress's favourite place is undoubtedly the kitchen, which has everything you need for life. In addition to its own pizza oven, there is also a beautiful glass wine cellar. Exceptional stools by Blackman Cruz stand at the bar, which you can simply swivel when you need to sit higher.
Mid-century furniture, antique Japanese screens, and concrete floors coexist beautifully in the house. The property, which once included a vineyard, was transformed into a network of smaller gardens and terraces under the guidance of an experienced designer. Of course, there is also an outdoor kitchen and a swimming pool with an integrated hot tub.
Get inspired and surround yourself with original pieces.
Photos taken from archdigest.com.
