Ellen Pompeo gives a tour of her beach house, designed with the help of her friend and interior designer, Martin Lawrence Bullard. The house features a mid-century modern aesthetic with a mix of vintage and custom pieces, including a unique patchwork leather sofa and Brazilian book match marble walls and countertops. Pompeo shares stories and memories of her family's time in the house, from lazy mornings to lively pool parties. She also highlights the importance of representation in the artwork and decor, featuring predominantly black artists and subjects. Throughout the tour, Pompeo showcases her personal style and love for color, texture, and natural elements, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in her home.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Ellen Pompeo welcomes the viewer to her beach house.
2. Ellen Pompeo worked on the house with her longtime friend and interior design partner, Martin Lawrence Bullard.
3. The original 1960s sofa in the living room was the inspiration for the design of the house.
4. The walls feature Brazilian book match marble.
5. The bar cart is a favorite item in the house and gives a mid-century vibe.
6. Ellen Pompeo and her family enjoy tequila with lime juice.
7. The main dining area features Swedish chairs from the 1960s and a table that was originally a cutting table in East Saint Laurent Studio.
8. The table has a seaweed cactus plant on it.
9. Ellen Pompeo cooks a lot and has rules for her kitchen, including not allowing anyone in the kitchen while she is cooking.
10. The kitchen has three stools for the children and features Brazilian book match marble.
11. The formal dining room has a custom-made table by Martin Lawrence Bullard and a modern chandelier.
12. The primary bedroom features a marble wall inspired by the movie "I Am Love".
13. The bed in the primary bedroom is custom-made and extra large to accommodate the whole family.
14. The primary bathroom has a marble bath, but Ellen Pompeo notes that it doesn't retain heat well.
15. The bathroom features a terry cloth bench and William Jewell chairs.
16. The back of the house features a fire pit and a yucca tree that inspired the color of the sofas.
17. The kids' bedroom has a David Hicks-inspired grass cloth wallpaper and a ceiling with a fun vibe.
18. The room features bean bags made from Smithsoni fabric and a backgammon table.
19. The bunk beds allow the kids to have friends over and communicate with each other through windows.
20. The guest room features photography of important moments in black history, including Diana Ross, Martin Luther King, and Grace Jones.
21. The tables in the guest room are from the 1950s.
22. The house was built by Buff and Hensman architects and had to be completely rebuilt due to damage from the sea and salt air.
23. Ellen Pompeo rebuilt the house and replaced the existing walls with glass.
24. The house features a shallow pool, which is common in California.
25. The house is mid-century modern style with a lot of glass, cement, and marble.
26. The house features warm textures, such as wicker and wood, to soften the hard elements.
27. Ellen Pompeo always makes sure to have flowers, candles, and a espresso machine available to make guests feel at home.