architectural digest : Sofía Vergara

 

Architectural Digest recently showcased Sofía Vergara’s luxurious Los Angeles residence in its “Hollywood at Home” edition. 

Vergara, who bought the house with her former husband Joe Manganiello, led an extensive makeover that transformed the once-outdated property into a welcoming, richly decorated space brimming with antiques and personal details. 

Sophia worked with interior designer Ohara Davies-Gaetano and architect Timothy Corrigan to reimagine her house.

 

The home, originally built in the 1990s, was completely updated. Arches and columns were removed to create a space that's brighter and feels more open.

 

A peek of the kitchen from Sophia’s Instagram.

Landscape designer Stephen Block created gardens filled with tropical plants that reflect Vergara's Colombian heritage.

 

Sophia’s Instagram

The redesign includes European antiques from countries like Spain, Sweden, France, and Italy.

 

Notable pieces are an 18th-century Venetian mirror, a French limestone fireplace from the same period, and ornate Baroque armchairs with gilded details.

 

The 18th-century Venetian mirror with a newer console.

Elegant touches throughout the house include a dining room ceiling decorated with hand-embossed floral plaster, an antique chandelier from Italy, and a sizable collection of porcelain antiques.

 

What a dreamy outdoor space!

 

So perfect for parties!

I love the muted colors used here.

She's especially proud of her walk-in closet, which is floor-to-ceiling, color-coordinated.

 

Sophia describes her closet as "a girl's girl's dream."

Sofia also owns a vacation house called "Casa Chipi Chipi" in a secret location believed to be in Colombia, her homeland. 

She enjoys spending time there with her family and often welcomes friends and fellow actors to visit. 

The home is famous for its tropical atmosphere and warm, fun décor that reflects Sofia's lively personality.

 

Hey! I have those same pillows!

They’re from Serena and Lilly.

Such a pretty and beachy place setting!

We hope you enjoyed this tour of Sophia Vergara’s lovely homes.

Pictures are courtesy of Architectural Digest & Sophia’s Instagram.

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Kyle Richards' essential cheese board

This is kind of a funny meeting of two different worlds… On a recent episode of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, something special caught my eye!

Kyle Richards was at home, awaiting a friend and she puts out a charcuterie board…. But wait! I recognize that pretty wooden platter!

 

This is one of the wood cheese trays that Vagabond House makes. It’s instantly recognizable by the unique pewter handles.

 

I have several of their wooden pieces including the Owl Cheese Charcuterie Stand, the Harvest Salad Bowl, the Lilacs Salad Bowl and the Acacia Wood Flatware Holder, and the quality of each and every piece is truly top tier.

Attention to detail is important, and each of these items qualify as heirloom quality. In other word, these pieces can be handed down to generation upon generation... they're that well made.  

  

It was funny to spot this piece in different scenes too. Do you see it behind Dorit on the right? 

With all the drama that these women create, I couldn't take my eyes off of these Vagabond House pieces! 

 

Here’s Kyle with the matching salad bowls!

I love how easy this wood tray is to use for last minute entertaining. Just add cheese, crackers, grapes and nuts, and it looks very upscale! 

The pewter olive handles really add the beauty of this gorgeous charcuterie board.

Here are some of my own favorite Vagabond House wooden pieces:

Flatware Caddy

Lilacs Salad Bowl and Servers

Owl Cheese Stand

Harvest Salad Bowl

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brunch at The Ivy

Last weekend, my mother and I went to one of our most cherished places, The Ivy restaurant in Beverly Hills.

 

The Ivy is just magical.

We arrived on Saturday morning, bright and early and got a cozy table on the world-famous patio with lovely views of the surroundings.

 

In celebration of my mother’s birthday, we each ordered our favorite brunch item, the Crabcakes Benedict, yum! In addition to this amazing little feast, they also serve their complimentary homemade scones with butter.  

 

As an extra added bonus, today’s post is all about The Ivy’s decor and amazing ambiance that immediately enraptures you within seconds of stepping inside.

 

Here are the cozy elements that we need to take note of…  

  

ü pitchers of beautiful roses everywhere

ü blue and white transfeware plates on the walls

ü bowls fresh lemons, oranges and limes

ü lots of cozy chintz pillows

ü terracotta pots filled with geraniums

ü shabby chic old shutters and wooden elements

ü vintage floral artwork

ü antique French signage

ü gracefully aged white picket fences

ü colorful twinkle lights for alfresco evening dining

ü white tablecloths

ü a backdrop of old brickwork

ü a fabulous patio

I'll say it again...

Every inch of The Ivy is magical.

Here’s the view from our cozy corner table, and you can take a peek at the Crabcakes Benedict. 

I actually found this image on The Ivy’s Instagram page, because with all the excitement, I forgot to take a photo of our own food plates.

 

Every time I visit, I’m just amazed by the quaint decor, accessories and attention to detail.

The Ivy began its life during the 1980’s in a cozy little vintage cottage. Since then it’s been attracting celebrities, locals and visitors from all around the world.

Love these blue transferware plates on the yellow walls.

There are several rooms inside The Ivy, as this was once a little home in the cutest vintage cottage style. 

This room has a glorious display of  majolica plates, baskets, mercury glass and flower pots made from shards of dishes. 

 

Can you believe how many pitchers and vases of roses there are at The Ivy? 

The secret in recreating this look is to buy roses in light pink, dark pink and yellow, with a few coral colored roses thrown in as an accent.

This is the back room, which is filled with dozens and dozens of still life paintings on every wall, as well as some antique French Republic memorabilia.

 

Ooooh, that plate rack and those green cabbage dishes… 

so cute!

 

So French!

 

I recently found three floral still life paintings like this one at a yard sale and have listed them on my eBay shop.

 

This is the view from our table at the iconic front window of The Ivy cottage. And here it is at night time all lit up with colorful lights. 

 

Wouldn’t this be fun to recreate at home for a small patio or outdoor dining area? The colorful lights are here all year long, not just at Christmas time.

 

Another one of my favorite corner tables, that features an open window, filled with colorful geraniums and more art, and a fluttering-breezy-curtain moment.

 

I hope you enjoyed this fun little tour of The Ivy. It’s really inspired my to actually go to more estate sales and yard sales, always looking for those special treasures.

 

Some of my fun vintage finds have just been listed on my eBay Blog Shop, if you’d like to take a look here.

 

Two of the three little floral paintings I just acquired have already sold over the weekend, but I’m always on the hunt for more!

 

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