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CAMERON DIAZ HOME MAKEOVER BY KELLY WEARSTLER | News and Events by Maison Valentina

7 January, 2015

Cameron Diaz shares details about her Manhattan home makeover in the October 2013 issue of ELLE DECOR. You can see the entire information in this article.

Diaz found a kindred spirit in Wearstler. “I blame my love of sparkly, shiny things on my Cuban roots,” says the Southern California–born actress, who points to the formative years she spent on the beach for her tomboyish ways. “But I also wanted a place that felt very homey, very tactile. Kelly is unparalleled when it comes to striking that mix.”

In the living room of actress Cameron Diaz’s Manhattan apartment, which was designed by Kelly Wearstler, the swivel armchair by the window is by Milo Baughman, and the Murano-glass chandelier, cocktail table, and stools are vintage; the armchair is upholstered in a Clarence House fabric, and the wallcovering by de Gournay and rug by Mansour Modern are custom designs.

“The palette reflects Cameron herself—it’s innately sexy without being overly flashy,” says Wearstler, who considered Diaz more collaborator than client. “Cameron has excellent taste and understands how colors work together and why quality pieces make rooms special,” the designer adds. Indeed, there are few home cooks who would agree to the fearless combination of unsealed brass countertops and dramatic emerald-green cabinets in the kitchen.

The custom-made parchment-and-brass dining table is flanked by Vladimir Kagan armchairs covered in Groundworks linen by Kelly Wearstler, and the circa-1960s chandelier is Spanish; paintings by Fabrice Penaux hang on a wall of mirror tiles.

The kitchen may be her favorite daylight lair, but at dusk it’s the living room, when the space is at its most seductive and the custom rose-petal–color wallpaper and mirrored walls throw off the kind of light that makes everyone look like a movie star. “It’s a bit like living in a silk-lined jewelry box,” Diaz adds.

The kitchen’s backsplash, counters, and sink fittings are unlacquered brass, the brass-trimmed cabinetry is lacquered in a custom color, and the range is by Viking.

In fact, Wearstler loves fashion and jewelry references—she has recently revamped her clothing and accessories lines to include leather, denim, jewelry, and clutches—and makes sure they show up in every room. Light fixtures of mottled glass and hammered metal punctuate rooms with the élan of showstopping earrings. In the lavish bathroom, an artful grid of bronze knobs is strung across a stretch of storage like beads on a necklace.

A Pierre Chareau–designed lamp on a circa-1960 chest by Drexel in the living room; the fireplace screen is by Charles Edwads, and the painting is by Hunt Slonem.

Silk linens and a ruched skirt and headboard dress the bed in the master bedroom, where a snow-white chair upholstered in plush mohair recalls 1970s fashion. In the hallway, the onyx hand-troweled plaster wallcovering has the look of a wonderfully weathered leather bag. And like the finest couture, the rooms are luxe from the inside out. Drawers are lined in raw black silk, the back sides of doors are clad in hammered metal, and the interiors of closets are covered in custom wallpaper or in vivid paint.

For both women, completing the project was bittersweet. “I learn new things with every client, but Cameron taught me to be more sensitive to the hand of fabrics and textiles,” Wearstler says. “She was so involved in every step, every choice, that I’m delighted by how well the place represents her.”

The master bath is sheathed in glass tiles by Ann Sacks, the parchment-covered vanity and mirrors are custom made, and the sink and fittings are by Waterworks.

For Diaz’s part, if the acting thing doesn’t work out, she could see herself indulging her design passion professionally. “I’m really going to miss those four-hour-long meetings with Kelly. I got to look at, touch, and talk about beautiful things,” she says.

The guest room features a custom-made brass four-poster and parchment-covered nightstands, a 1960 Austrian ceiling fixture, and a vintage marble garden stool; the painting is by Riccardo Prosperi, and the silk rug is by the Rug Company.

For now, however, she’s anticipating the release of her next film, The Other Woman, directed by Nick Cassavetes. And she’s happy to have a place to truly call home in New York: “I’m surrounded by things that mean something to me. That’s what a home is.”

In the guest bath, the walls and vanity top are pink onyx, the sink, by Bates and Bates, and fittings, by Waterworks, are brass, the vintage sconces are French, and the shower stall is custom made.

 

Kelly Wearstler shares how she uses neutrals in interior design

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Famed for her dramatic contemporary schemes – often designed with splashes of bold color – and, of course, her collaboration with Farrow & Ball, LA-based interior designer Kelly Wearstler is also a great lover of neutral interiors. 

'A fully neutral room can still be inspiring and have depth,' she says, talking exclusively to H&G. Below, Kelly reveals how she uses neutrals in her interior design projects. So, if you are looking for neutral room ideas – or simply advice on decorating with neutrals, taking these expert tips on board will ensure a professional level of success.

1. Consider texture first

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Whether you are looking for neutral living room ideas or for inspiration in transitional spaces, 'It’s really important that you consider the texture, whether it’s a pattern, such as a jacquard weave in a fabric, or through mixing textures, like a matte wall but a high gloss paint on the ceiling,' says Kelly Wearstler.

'These elements help to create interest that will make the monochromatic neutral room sing.'

2. Add a splash of energy for impact

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'If someone wants a room that's very calming, I would say stay completely in the neutral world with a more monochromatic look,' says Kelly. 

'However, if you want a splash of energy, then add in one incredible piece of art, or a colorful rug to create some interest and personality. '

3. Ensure lighting is just right

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'Lighting is really important for choosing your neutrals,' advises Kelly Wearstler .

'If a space gets a lot of natural light, I tend to go with lighter neutral shades, and enjoy the beautiful shadowing that will come in throughout the day, creating another layer of texture. 

'In rooms with limited natural light, it’s naturally more moody, so darker neutrals can be really effective.'

4. Bring neutrals into the bathroom

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'Many rooms suit the neutral look, but as neutrals are so relaxing, I especially love a monochromatically neutral design for a master bathroom. It will feel very fresh, clean and balanced,' advises Kelly.

5. Know where to shop for neutrals

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Below, Kelly shares her sources:

Thea Babington-Stitt is a Content Editor at Future. She has been an interiors journalist for nearly 10 years and has held positions at LivingEtc, Country Homes & Interiors and Homes & Gardens. Currently, she is writing for Ideal Home and Style At Home's websites and magazines.

Visiting decorator Kelly Westler

Kelly Westler never had doubts about choosing a profession. Her career was predetermined from childhood. “My mother is an interior designer. I grew up in a constant cycle of wallpaper, paint and furniture,” Kelly recalls.

Decorator Kelly Westler's living room is lit by a 1930s Italian chandelier. The walls are upholstered in gray silk, carpets, Mansour Khotan. 18th century armchair bought in France. The screen is made to order according to Kelly's sketches. The cushions on the sofa are upholstered in Fortuny fabric.

However, before following in her mother's footsteps, Kelly worked as a waitress (“the experience really helps me design restaurants,” she admits), tried herself as a production designer in Hollywood, and even starred nude for Playboy magazine. Vanket, accompanying the photo shoot, in the column "about me" she wrote: I dream of opening an interior design bureau.

Kelly Westler with her son Elliott.

Kelly made her dream come true by founding KWID (Kelly Wearstler Interior Design). “For the first year and a half, I was the only employee in it. I had to work 18 hours a day,” she recalls. Shock work was not in vain: now Kelly is one of the most sought-after decorators in America.

The walls of the hall are upholstered in silk, as in the living room. On the bamboo console is a vase, Baker. Carpets, Mansour Khotan.

Her clients include actor Ben Stiller and other celebrities. Kelly "lit up" on television, becoming a judge on the reality show Top Design, along with the editor-in-chief of the American ELLE DECOR. She often appears in the pages of glossy magazines, sometimes as an interior expert, sometimes as a socialite.

The lounge chairs are custom designed by Kelly. The carved door was designed by the author of the house, architect Hal Levitt.

Last year, Vogue named her one of the most fashionably dressed people in America. Kelly has written two books in which she explains the peculiarities of her style, generously interspersing the text with aphorisms and witticisms (“Life without color is like life without love.” “A small but spectacular detail in the interior is like a mouse that suddenly growled.”) But her mansion in Beverly Hills speaks better than any words about the decorator's style.

The master bedroom is hidden behind a white door to the left of the mirrored wall. Horn and glass table, Karl Springer. The walls are lined with onyx.

The Kelly House was built by Hal Levitt, a favorite architect of Hollywood stars. Jennifer Aniston laid out $ 15 million for the 800-meter mansion designed by him. By the way, Kelly's house is much more spacious - 1100 meters.

This room, adjoining the living room, is what Kelly calls her "sanctuary." The giant bunch of grapes on the table is a sculpture by Robert Kuo. Sofa upholstered in fabric, Clarence House. Against the wall is a Spanish chest of drawers from the late 19th century.

“I bought into the very box of the building, with high ceilings and a well-thought-out layout,” says the decorator. — In addition, I was attracted by a huge window overlooking the garden. And the name of the architect decided the matter - I am a longtime admirer of Levitt and his modernist interiors. Kelly's husband, developer Brad Korzen, approved of her choice and made some good suggestions for decorating the house.

Fragment of the living room. The decor of this room has changed many times. Kelly says that her wardrobe always influences the interior. And vice versa.

Sons Oliver and Elliott (at that time four and six years old) did not give advice, but provided valuable moral support. “It was my first family nest, and working on the interior was a completely new experience for me,” recalls Kelly. She was lucky: the house was in excellent condition. Unless the former owners had somewhat peculiar ideas about comfort.

Canteen. The dining table, like the service, is an inheritance from the previous owners of the house. Bra, Jean de Merry. В

“The four-meter pink sofas shocked me the most. Wow, very original! the decorator laughs. But the bathroom lined with onyx and sliding doors three by three and a half meters delighted Kelly. They, like the marble walls of the dining room, she kept intact. Kelly did not start a major renovation in the house, only changed the plumbing in the bathrooms and updated the kitchen.

The wardrobe in the guest room was designed by Kelly. On the walls are wallpaper Tortoise, imitating a tortoise shell. Designed by Kelly Westler for F. Schumacher & Co.

Most of the time was spent filling the vast expanse of the mansion with pleasing things. “The most difficult thing was to create a feeling of comfort in these vast spaces. I had to place a lot of screens in all the rooms in order to somehow zone them. Objects brought back from travels helped Kelly create a special atmosphere in the house - statues from Thailand, Turkish textiles, Chinese chairs ...

Kelly got the front service from the previous owner of the house.

The decorator hunts for interesting things all over the world: shopping while traveling for her is a whole science and art at the same time. “I never buy anything from hotels and tourist shops selling mugs and T-shirts. I cut out articles about different cities from magazines and take them with me. Before the trip, I “swallow” whole tons of all kinds of guidebooks and tear out the pages with the necessary addresses from them so as not to drag the books themselves with me.

The highlight of the kitchen is Kelly's vintage porcelain collection.

Lilac children's. Even the Chesterfield sofa is upholstered in leather of this color.

In third world countries, I ask the concierge to recommend me a guide who knows a lot about shopping.” Like many decorators, Kelly has been experimenting with new finishing techniques in her home. She lined one of the walls in the living room with glass with bubbles inserted into wooden frames.

Guest bedroom. Bed linen and bedspreads were brought from Turkey. At the foot of the bed - Chinese armchairs 1940s.

The result is a surface that reflects light like a mirror, but looks much more interesting…

The walls and floor of the bathroom are clad in onyx. Vintage chairs and sconces by Jean de Merry.

“A designer's home is his laboratory. Here you can afford something that you would not dare to offer the client, ”she explains. Recently, she had a new field for experimentation: her husband convinced her to sell the house and move to another, even more spectacular mansion located next door and sold at a reasonable price.

Kelly and Brad's bedroom. Bed linen, Sferra. Chest of drawers, R&Y Augusti.

“This chance should not be missed! Kelly exclaims. “So now we have to start all over again ...” So, to be continued!

One of the halls. Kelly believes that the interior does not have to support the architecture of the building. Conflict is even better - it creates intrigue.

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Ocean House: Visiting Kelly Westler

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Every weekend, Kelly Weastler, one of America's most sought-after furniture and interior designers, mother of two sons and owner of several restless dogs adopted from a shelter, washes off her makeup, puts his high heels away and takes his family to his beach house in Malibu.

Living room. In the center is the Volcano coffee table, designed by Silas Sindel. Vintage chairs bought in Palm Springs.

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“Here we go around in shorts and T-shirts like hippies, boarding, lounging. Perhaps this is happiness, ”says Kelly.

Canteen. Stone dining table, vintage. Chandelier from the 1960s bought at a flea market. Zuma chairs and wooden cabinet by Kelly Wearstler.

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Villa of 500 sq. m family acquired more than twenty years ago. The façade of cedar, wet-green copper and glass merges with the landscape, while the interior is constantly updated.

Atrium inside the house. On the wall is the work of artist Richard Godfrey.

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“In the house, I wanted to reflect all the beach color that surrounds us here,” says Kelly. “When choosing, say, the type of stone for facing the fireplace, I proceeded from the color of sand, quicksand and snags that children often find on the shore. In the picturesque veins of marble, this palette is easy to guess. On the floor is parquet of bleached walnut, as if sun-bleached. The vintage chandelier in the dining room looks like a bunch of seaweed."

Kitchen. Kitchen island, Calacatta marble, Douglas fir. Crockery, Kelly Wearstler.

Living room. Soriana sofa, designed by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Opal frosted glass lamps, 1970s. Wall lamp Bloc Auvent, designed by Pierre Chareau, Galerie MCDE. Fireplace portal - marble. Walnut parquet. Bureau of American designer Jeffrey Green. Twin armchairs, left design by Lou Hodges, right design by Redbud van Beekum, Pastoe. Table, designed by Gae Aulenti. On the mantelpiece is the work of Louise Berlawsky-Nevelson, on the wall to the left is Mark Hagen.

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The ground floor space, where the living room, dining room and kitchen are located, is double-height. In the center stands a giant ficus. "He's seventeen years old and he's two stories high," says Kelly. “With its lush crown, it rests against the ceiling window.”

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“In the shade of its leaves, sometimes you forget that you are in the house. It seems like somewhere in the rainforest! The tree, by the way, fits perfectly into the interior,” says Kelly. A staircase (Westler designed the openwork brass stair railing herself) leads upstairs to the bedrooms and nurseries.

Entrance hall. The wall and floor are finished in bleached walnut. Zuma surfboard, marquetry design by Kelly Westler. The chair was bought at a flea market. Carpet, Mansour.

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The designer specifically chose low furniture for this house so as not to block the panoramic views that open from all rooms. In the living room, for example, there is the Soriana sofa, the legendary model of the architect Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, against the wall, a low cabinet by American designer Jeffrey Green.

On the ground floor there is a living room, a dining room, a kitchen. The zones are conditionally divided by wide columns lined with marble. Volcano coffee table, design by Silas Sindel. Ceramics, Kelly Wearstler.

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In front of the panoramic window instead of the usual armchairs there are sun loungers covered with leather. “When the sun goes down, these are our best places to watch the sunset!” Kelly says. Artistic works of Louise Berlyavsky-Nevelson, Mark Hagen, Richard Gofry harmoniously complement the interior.

Bedroom. The wall is covered with wallpaper, Kelly Wearstler. Armchairs, 1970s. Instead of bedside tables - dressers, Kelly Wearstler. Mirrors and pyramids on dressers, vintage, bought at the Saint-Ouen flea market in Paris.

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In the setting you can see quite unexpected objects - like Indonesian masks on the chest of drawers in the bathroom or surfboards - it stands right in the hallway. By the way, the design of the decoration in marquetry technique was developed by the hostess herself. But most of the furniture and accessories come from 1970s.

Bedroom. Souffle bed, pleated leather trim, linens, Kelly Wearstler.

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