The homeowner, who purchased their historic New York City brownstone at the age of 24, takes viewers on a tour of their home. The house, built in 1861, underwent a major renovation, which included a historic restoration of the parlor. The homeowner shares their favorite spaces, including the kitchen, backyard with a magnolia tree, and their cedar closet. The tour also features various personal touches, such as a collection of typewriters, a crystal for good luck, and a piano. The homeowner's children's bedrooms and play areas are also showcased. The tour concludes with a visit to the attic, where the homeowner stores various memorabilia, including a sword from the Lord of the Rings and an Arwen Barbie doll.
Here are the key facts from the text:
1. The speaker's house was built in 1861.
2. The speaker bought the house when they were 24 years old.
3. The house was originally a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment.
4. The speaker did a historic renovation of the house.
5. The house is located in the West Village of New York City.
6. The speaker has four children.
7. The speaker has a dog named Neil, who passed away.
8. The speaker collects typewriters and other unusual items.
9. The speaker has a landline phone.
10. The speaker's favorite room in the house is the basement.
11. The house has a magnolia tree in the backyard that blooms once a year.
12. The speaker's children have a play kitchen in the main kitchen.
13. The speaker has a cedar closet in the basement.
14. The speaker's friend Julian Schnabel inspired the design of the laundry room.
15. The speaker has a photo wall with pictures of famous people and personal family photos.
16. The master bedroom floor has a skylight with pink-tinted glass.
17. The speaker's closet has a hand-painted and handmade wallpaper.
18. The speaker has a large collection of memorabilia in the attic, including movie posters and a sword from the Lord of the Rings.
19. The speaker was a Barbie doll model.
20. The speaker received a gift of a sword from Peter Jackson and the Weta workshop.