Amal and George Clooney's former bedroom exudes classic NYC history and charm with softened industrial design
The SoHo townhouse where Amal and George Clooney once lived uplifts neutral colors, storied materials, and softened industrial design
Some homes draw you in and make you want to stay for a while. This Sullivan Street townhouse is one such space.
The SoHo home, once rented by George and Amal Clooney, is a wonder of transitional design. Created by The White Arrow Design for a large family, every room in the home embodies the perfect balance of function and style. One of the bedrooms in the house especially captures the equilibrium the designers have reached with its gorgeous mix of eras and textures. A painted exposed brick wall and marble fireplace remind us of the history of the home, while a contemporary bed, bedside table, and arm bring us into the modern day. It is at once cozy and industrial chic, with a touch of mid-century flair.
'There’s something about an exposed brick wall that feels so New York. And in this Soho home, it’s one of many architectural layers that tell the building’s story across its 191-year history,' says the design team at The White Arrow. They continue: 'In one of nine(!) bedrooms at our Sullivan Street Townhouse project, the expanse of whitewashed brick stretches up to the tall ceilings, creating a calming backdrop for the room while providing a reminder of its past. On the opposite side of the room, we kept the traditional-style fireplace mantle mostly free of decoration and instead displayed a series of objects and vessels on shelves tucked into an unused niche.'
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Part of why the space feels so balanced is because of its soft take on industrial design. Jennifer Ebert, digital editor at Homes & Gardens, says: 'We tend to think of industrial design as all hard lines and harsh materials, but this space shows that doesn't have to be the case. The pairing of brick with cozy, plush bedding, curtains, and thick carpeting gives this urban detail a completely different feel while still celebrating the history of the home.'
Accessorizing is also a huge part of what makes this space so wonderful. 'The built-in shelves by the fireplace create a space for a personal museum,' says Ebert. 'The open-concept airy shelves give space to each item, making it feel intentionally and thoughtfully designed.' She continues, 'Details like this turn a house into a home.'
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Though the materials of this space form the basis for its cozy, historied feel, the accessories and bedding give it an inviting and lived-in energy. Our editors love these white matte vases in three alternating shapes for an eclectic look. This cashmere throw adds instant coziness and is the perfect way to break up white sheeting with a bit of texture. The ceramic-based lamp brings a touch of rustic charm is perfect for adding contrast to an industrial design scheme.
If you hope to recreate the gorgeous scheme designed by The White Arrow in your own space, one concept is key: texture. The Clooney's former home rejoices in the combination of brick with marble, matte white paint, wood, and textiles. No matter the building materials used in your home, it's easy to duplicate this variety with a mix of furniture. Try wooden chairs, a marble coffee table, a jute rug, and a mixture of sumptuous bedding for an always-striking effect.
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Though Amal and George Clooney may not still live in the SoHo townhouse, it's still more than worthy of celebrity. From its star-studded past to its industrial-chic future, this home might be one of our favorite pieces of interior design inspiration this year.
Sophie is a London-based News Editor at Homes & Gardens, where she works on the Celebrity Style team. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly excited when researching trends or interior history. Sophie is an avid pop culture fan. As an H&G editor, she has interviewed the likes of Martha Stewart, Hilary Duff, and the casts of Queer Eye and Selling Sunset. Before joining Future Publishing, Sophie worked as the Head of Content and Communications at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens and furniture brand. She has also written features on exciting developments in the design world for Westport Magazine. Sophie has an MSc from the Oxford University Department of Anthropology and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.
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