Sharon & Ozzy's LA Home designed by Martyn Lawrence-Bullard

I instantly fell in love with designer Martyn Lawrence-Bullard's work after seeing him on the hit reality show Million Dollar Decorators. Grand eclecticism at it's finest, Martyn's work entails pulling elements of mid century French decor, country antiques, and vintage Americana to create this wonderfully perplexing yet masterful design esthetic that is fit for royalty to design-enthusiasts alike. Here, he puts his classic touch on Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne's Los Angeles home, making into nothing short of a masterpiece:

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Rachel Zoe's New House

Rachel Zoe might be one of the most famous stylists in the world, but who knew she had such great taste in home decor? Designed by her now ex-assistant, Jeremiah Brent, Rachel and Rodger's new "humble" abode offers a classic decor palette with modern pieces added in, all of which are doused in a range of white-to-cream hues. Here are some of my favorite rooms:

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I am loving baby Skylar's nursery!

Ellen Degeneres' Beverly Hills House in Architectural Digest

After I caught a few glimpses of Ellen Degeneres' Beverly Hills house during her Today Show interview yesterday, I immediately began an all out Google search for more photos. Ellen has impeccable taste, with a decor palette ranging from 18th century French worktables to Spanish Colonial benches, and so much more. The house was designed by architects Buff & Hensman and decorated by interior designer Melinda Ritz.

photos: November 2011 Architectural Digest issue - seen here

How cool is the ping pong table (3rd photo) in the entryway?

Celebrity Homes: Will and Jada Pinkett Smith's Malibu Estate

There aren't many things that excite me more than a sneak peak inside a celebrity's home. Call me crazy, sad, or whatever you may, but I find the whole they're-just-like-us-yet-they're-not-like-us-at-all paradox fascinating. After seeing Will Smith's Malibu home in Architectural Digest, I was once again completely enamored. With it's vast, rustic design and stylish, organic-feeling flair, the home gives off a Moroccan meets Downtown vibe that I cannot seem to get enough of. It's eclectic yet successful blend of style was produced by designer Stephen Samuelson, who did a beautiful job making the home feel just as intimate and inviting as it does grand.

- Dying over Jada's closet -

photos by Roger Davies for Architectural Digest

Click below for more photos, including Willow Smith's bedroom, their home theater seating, and kitchen.

- Willow Smith's bedroom -

LeAnn Rimes Franklin, TN Estate

Since Memorial Day is upon us and the 3-day weekend often turns into one in which home projects are started and/or finished, I thought I'd post some photos of celebrity homes, complete with exterior/interior inspiration galore. You can see Taylor Swift's Beverly Hills home here & Keri Russell's Brooklyn brownstone here. & Marilyn Monroe's Brentwood home here.

LeAnn Rimes
location: Franklin, TN
price: $25,000/month (for rent)

LeAnn Rimes' English-style Tudor sits on a private 5.22 acres within the confines of Avalon, a posh, gated community with luxury homes and condos. The estate boasts an abundance of amenities, like custom woodwork through out, hand-stained wood floors, a movie theater, an exercise studio, and a salt-water swimming pool, just to name a few. After putting it on the market for $7.45m in 2009 and not getting any bites, Rimes has decided to rent the estate for a hefty price tag of $25,000/month.

photos via Zillow.com

Click below for more pics of LeAnn's home, including her movie theater and workout studio.

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Keri Russell's 1860s Brooklyn Brownstone

- Get Keri's look - Wall color by Benjamin Moore's Stone Hearth; linen upholstered chair by John Derian, rugs by IKEA and Shaw Floors

Keri Russell, of Felicity fame, bought this 1860s Brooklyn brownstone and completely renovated it with her contractor husband, Shane Deary. Knocking down walls to make the space light and airy, Russell and Deary decided to restore a lot of the home's original characteristics as well, like the pumpkin-pine flooring and brick fireplace. Today, the home sits beautifully decorated with built-in shelves, linen upholstered furnishings, and antique decor that Russell acquired from fairs.

photos via Elle Decor

Ralph Lauren's Double RL Ranch + his Ralph Lauren decorated Teepees

above: Two of RL's teepees sit on his 16,000 + acres just below the San Juan Mountains. One teepee is designated for adults, and the other for children, complete with teddy bears and child sized furniture.

Ralph Lauren's Double RL Ranch, about 45 minutes outside of Telluride, Colorado, was featured on Oprah today, and to say it's lavishly-poised interiors mixed with breathtaking views were magnificent would be an understatement. Decorated with a plethora of items RL has collected over the years, both the main house and teepees (yes, as in real, functional teepees) have an Old West feel, infused with chic, rich colors and elegant yet bold patterns. The main guest teepee is surely one of the loveliest components of the vast ranch, complete with rustic furniture, Ralph Lauren Home bedding, and American-themed accents.

above: Guests are invited to stay in this teepee, decorated with collected antiques and navajo patterned blankets.

above: The main house bridges modern-day living with Old West decor; using materials like brass, antiqued wood, and outdoor elements like pine cones to complete the look.

Marilyn Monroe's Brentwood, CA Home

You can see Taylor Swift's Beverly Hills home here & Keri Russell's Brooklyn brownstone here & LeAnn Rimes' Franklin, TN Estate.

Marilyn Monroe
location: Brentwood, CA (Los Angeles)
price: $3.59m (for sale)

Marilyn Monroe purchased this Brentwood, Ca home in 1961 for $90,000, and had a 15-year mortgage with her monthly payments being roughly $320. The three bedroom, Spanish-style estate was lived in by Monroe and her housekeeper, with the third bedroom designated as a telephone room. Her decor at the time was glamorous and elegant, with white pure-wool carpet, leaded copper mirrors, a tile fireplace, and red brick floors, and a quirky yet fitting blue refrigerator. The home has had many owner's since Monroe, and is currently on the market for $3,595,000.

photos via Zillow.com

Taylor Swift's Beverly Hills Home

You can see Marilyn Monroe's Brentwood, CA home here & Keri Russell's Brooklyn brownstone here & LeAnn Rimes' Franklin, TN estate.

Taylor Swift
location: Beverly Hills, CA
price: $.3.97m (recently purchased)

First up is Taylor Swift's Beverly Hills, CA home, which she recently purchased for $3.97m. The 2,281 sq. ft Cape Cod-style home was built in 1941, and sits on a 1.34 acre lot. With 4-bedrooms and 4-bathrooms, the main house reflects Swift's country style with it's warm furnishings and simple elegance, while the 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest house features a full sized kitchen and dining area.

photos via Zillow.com

Barefoot Contessa's Neutral & Earthy Barn

Confession: I am obsessed with Ina Garten (aka Barefoot Contessa). Along with her recipes, television show, and books, I adore her beautifully decorated estate in East Hampton, NY. Designed by architect Frank Greenwald, the barn- which sits just yards away from her main home and is complete with a kitchen and guest quarters- was inspired by Ina's love for the simple yet rustic style buildings found in Belgium's countryside. Interior designer Robert Stillin finished the barn's look by using materials like stone, linen, leather, and wood; creating a neutral and earthy haven.

[photos via House Beautiful]

Wishing you a Valentine's day filled with warmth and love.

Lee Radziwill's Paris & NYC Apartments

Lee in the living room of her Paris apartment. Sofa by Christian Liaigre

I've long admired Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and the outstanding editorial career she had in her later years, but until recently I was completely unaware of her younger, yet equally as intriguing sister, Lee Radziwill. A former actress and public relations executive, Radziwill gained exposure in the 60s and 70s for her personal sense of style and the stunning interior spaces of her homes. In 2009, Elle Decor featured both her flat in Paris and Upper East Side apartment in NYC; each filled with a unique mix of books, antiques, and treasures from her travels.

Above: The drawing room in Paris displays a gallery wall of Indian watercolors given to her by the Duke of Beaufort; Radziwill designed the over sized daybed for her NYC sitting room; Her classic, antique filled living; The NYC library adorned in Le Manach toile

Real Houswives of NYC- Kelly's East Hampton Home

I love, love, LOVE the Real Housewives series (OC, Atlanta, NJ- all of them) but the NYC ladies have a special place in my heart! No matter how crazy, backstabbing, and chatty they can be, each of them are fantastic and I'd love to lunch with them any time, any day.

When I saw Kelly Killoren Bensimon's gorgeous East Hamptons home (she's renting the 5,800 sq ft. beauty out this summer- it can be yours for just $300,000! ha!) I immediately fell in love and wished even more that I could ditch LA for a while and head east for the summer. It's sophisticated, whimsy, and modern with splashes of color and unique art. The decor and style may not be for everyone, but it's gorgeous none-the-less.


So what do you think? It's different than a lot of the homes I've seen in the Hamptons, but again, I love that's quirky and off-beat in a fun way. Kudos to Kelly or her design team on this one!

Christina Aguilera Transforms Ozzy's Mansion

You may remember this home from the popular reality series, The Osbournes, but soon after the cameras stopped rolling, Ozzy and Sharon sold their rocker-themed mansion to mega pop star Christina Aguilera. Although it's a bit over the top IMHO, I do think she did a great job at making the space reflect who she is.

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I read somewhere (so who knows if it's true) that she turned Jack's old bedroom into a hair salon and that the closet above is Kelly's old room! Can you just imagine?!