What to See at the Venice Biennale
The 61st Venice Biennale opens in May and runs through November 22, marking the city’s premier biennial art showcase. Curator Koyo Kouoh, the first African woman to lead the event, posthumously set the theme “In Minor Keys.” Highlights include Matthew Wong’s rare interior works, Marina Abramović’s “Transforming Energy” exhibition timed with her 80th birthday, Dale Chihuly’s new glass installations along the Grand Canal, and Es Devlin’s Homo Faber “Island of Light” debut. The program blends historic retrospectives with contemporary installations across Venice’s iconic venues.
How to Keep a Zebra Plant Alive and Thriving Indoors
The zebra plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) is a high‑maintenance tropical houseplant that thrives in bright, indirect light, consistently moist but well‑draining soil, and humidity above 60%. It prefers temperatures between 65 °F and 80 °F and benefits from a balanced, half‑strength fertilizer every...
Inside Sabrina Carpenter’s Multimillion-Dollar Real Estate Portfolio
Sabrina Carpenter’s real‑estate holdings span coast‑to‑coast, including a Hollywood Hills mansion, a Manhattan Tribeca penthouse, and a former Los Angeles starter home. She acquired the 3,500‑sq ft Mediterranean‑style Hollywood Hills house in 2023 and spent eight months on a high‑end redesign. In...
ELLE Decor Checks In: The Mandarin Oriental Vienna
The Mandarin Oriental Vienna opened in a meticulously restored early‑20th‑century courthouse near the Stadtpark, marrying Vienna’s Art Nouveau legacy with contemporary luxury. English designer Goddard Littlefair infused the hotel with geometric details, plush velvet and vibrant art, while 138 rooms...
Lily Allen and David Harbour’s Brooklyn Brownstone Sells For $7 Million
Pop star Lily Allen and actor David Harbour’s four‑level Brooklyn brownstone sold privately for $7 million after seven months on the market. The couple bought the five‑bedroom home in January 2021 for $3.35 million and invested heavily in a designer overhaul that added...
Why This 432-Square-Foot Home Just Listed For $18.8 Million
A modest 432‑square‑foot cottage at 1041 Marine Drive in Laguna Beach has been listed for $18.8 million. The home occupies a tiny footprint on an 8,500‑square‑foot parcel that includes a manicured backyard and private staircase to Shaws Cove. Built in 1923, the property...
A Spanish Palace Revisits Jackie Kennedy’s Bond With the Duchess of Alba
The Palacio de las Dueñas in Seville is hosting “Cayetana: Grande de España,” an exhibition that runs through August 31 to mark the 100th birthday of the 18th Duchess of Alba. Curated by the duchess’s daughter and historian Cristina Carrillo de...
This Prewar Brooklyn Apartment Is Full of Surprises
Kevin Greenberg of Space Exploration reimagined a 2,000‑square‑foot prewar Brooklyn apartment, expanding it from nine to fourteen rooms. The redesign blends historic elements—like a salvaged Waldorf Astoria stone mantel—with whimsical touches such as a hidden powder‑room disguised as a pantry. A...
How to Grow an Olive Tree Indoors
Growing an olive tree indoors is feasible when you choose a dwarf cultivar such as Arbequina, which stays under six feet in a pot. The tree demands six or more hours of direct sunlight, a fast‑draining sandy mix, and careful...
The Newest Trend in Jewelry Is Really, Really Old
Consumers are turning to ancient jewelry as a grounding luxury amid economic and political uncertainty. High-profile auctions have demonstrated strong price premiums, with Christie’s selling a Hellenistic ring for about $572,000—three times its estimate, and Freeman’s fetching $19,000 for a...
ELLE Decor Exclusive: Lindsey Vonn Lists Her Beverly Hills House for $4.45 Million
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn has listed her Beverly Hills Craftsman‑style bungalow for $4.45 million, according to ELLE Decor. The 3,400‑sq‑ft, quarter‑acre property features a pool, smart‑home technology, Wolf and Sub‑Zero appliances, and high‑end Waterworks fixtures. Vonn originally bought the renovated 1948 home...
Staud’s Debut Home Collection Is About Personality Over Perfection
Los Angeles‑based fashion label Staud has launched its inaugural home collection, extending its design DNA from apparel to interiors. The line, inspired by co‑founder Sarah Staudinger’s ceramic practice, includes sculptural objects, leather‑wrapped glass, hand‑beaded vases and textured textiles. Prices range...
Glen Powell Shares His Best Design Advice
Actor Glen Powell is overseeing the design of a new Austin home that prioritizes social spaces and wellness. Drawing on a family background in architecture, he favors mid‑century aesthetics while avoiding museum‑like rigidity. The house will feature a 10‑person sauna...
17 Brilliant Outdoor Decorating Ideas That'll Make You Never Want to Go Inside
Elle Decor outlines 17 inventive ways to transform outdoor spaces into year‑round living areas, from layering bold linens and sculptural accents to installing full bars and fireplaces. The ideas showcase high‑end design collaborations—such as Studio DB’s lakeside villa drapery and Todd Hellmuth’s...
Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz Just Sold Their Cobble Hill Townhouse for $11.8 Million
Actors Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz have sold their landmarked Cobble Hill townhouse for $11.8 million, nearly double the $6.75 million they paid in 2017. The four‑story, 6,600‑sq‑ft brownstone closed this month after an off‑market contract that began late last year. The...
The Biggest Backyard Trends for 2026, According to Designers
Designers say backyard projects have graduated to the same scale as kitchen remodels, with detailed briefs, sizable budgets, and material debates. A 2025 study shows 75 percent of homebuyers now prioritize outdoor living, and these upgrades often recoup their full cost...
4 Bookshelf Styling Trends to Level Up Your Personal Library
Design experts highlight four bookshelf‑styling trends reshaping home libraries: intentional minimalism that values negative space, moody warm materials like rift‑sawn oak, integrated built‑in units that blend seating and storage, and mixed‑material finishes that add depth. These approaches emphasize curation over...
Audrey Hepburn’s Former LA Mansion Sells for $9.4 Million
A Los Angeles Brentwood estate once rented by Audrey Hepburn has closed at $9.4 million, roughly 14% under the $10.9 million asking price. The 6,099‑square‑foot Georgian‑style home, built in 1939, features five bedrooms, a chef’s kitchen, pool, and a private putting green. Listed by...
Karl Lagerfeld’s Former Storybook Manor Outside Paris Hits the Market for $3.1 Million
Karl Lagerfeld’s former 18th‑century manor outside Paris, Manoir du Mée, is now on the market for roughly $3.1 million (≈ $2.9 million). The 5,400‑square‑foot estate sits on 1.2 acres and offers seven en‑suite bedrooms, a chef’s kitchen, a crimson billiards room, and a...
The Complete Guide to the Kennedy Family’s Most Legendary Homes
The Kennedy family’s residences, from the modest 1928 Hyannis Port cottage to opulent estates in New York and Virginia, trace the dynasty’s rise from local prominence to national power. Iconic homes such as the Boston birthplace, the Georgetown townhouses, and...
Where to Buy Vintage Lamps Online, According to Our Editors
The article rounds up four online venues for buying vintage lamps—1stDibs, Chairish, Etsy, and eBay—highlighting each platform’s curation level, price range, and buyer effort required. 1stDibs delivers a gallery‑like experience with vetted dealers and detailed condition reports, making it ideal...
6 Coastal Design Trends That Make Any Home Feel Beachfront
Coastal interior design is moving away from overt nautical symbols toward a more refined, architectural aesthetic. Designers are favoring abstract, textural references—such as subtle shell art and recycled materials—over traditional ropes, anchors, and blue‑and‑white stripes. Color schemes are expanding to...
How a Brooklyn Studio Brings Craft to Home Hardware
Ellis Works, founded by former West Elm president Alex Bellos, revives overlooked home hardware by hand‑finishing door knobs, pulls, and other fixtures in a Brooklyn studio. The brand draws its name from Ellis Island, linking immigrant craft traditions to modern...
ELLE DECORANDUM: A New Wave of Playful Outdoor Textiles Has Arrived
ELLE DECORANDUM spotlights a wave of playful, performance‑driven design across home décor. Colours of Arley’s Elements collection brings UV‑resistant, water‑repellent striped fabrics to the U.S. market, while Hinkley revives Fredrick Ramond with artisanal lighting that blurs art and function. Ward + Gray launches Boheme,...
Yves Saint Laurent’s Lalanne Mirror Collection Is Hitting the Auction Block
Sotheby’s will auction the iconic 15‑piece Claude Lalanne mirror set commissioned by Yves Saint Laurent for his Paris duplex, valued at $10–15 million. The mirrors, crafted in gilt bronze and copper over a decade (1974‑1985), form a fully‑mirrored salon that has not been...
Why I’m Suddenly Obsessed with a Hand Broom
As spring design fairs approach, the author will moderate panels and attend markets, where a hand broom by HAY caught their eye. The broom combines classic utility with a sleek, natural aesthetic, featuring tightly bound bristles and a compact form....
The Chrysler Building’s Next Chapter Could Be Residential
Jeffrey Gural’s GFP Real Estate is in advanced talks to acquire the Chrysler Building’s ground lease, opening the door to a potential residential conversion of the iconic Art Deco skyscraper. The current lease costs about $32.5 million annually and is projected...
President John F. Kennedy and Jackie Once Kept This New York City Penthouse—It Just Found a New Buyer
The historic two‑bedroom penthouse at New York’s Carlyle hotel, once dubbed the “New York White House” for President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy, has been sold to an entity linked to billionaire media mogul Barry Diller for $11 million. The price represents a roughly 15 percent...
A Modernist Le Corbusier Villa Is For Sale in the South of France
Le Corbusier’s Villa de Mandrot, a 1931 modernist masterpiece in Le Pradet, is now on the market for €2.35 million (about $2.55 million). The two‑story, L‑shaped residence blends International Style with Provençal stone, featuring oversized windows that merge indoor and outdoor spaces. Originally commissioned...
A Table That Feels Like a Work of Sculpture
New York‑based ABC Stone teamed with Elle Decor designer Mark Grattan to launch the Hermanx Table, a sculptural piece that fuses massive Vermont stone with a precision‑cut glass vitrine. The design links eight identical S‑shaped elements, echoing dowel tables Grattan saw...
Now Paintable, the Humble Light Switch Gets an Upgrade
Corston is introducing a new line of paintable light‑switch plates that will hit the market in May, offering toggles, rockers and dimmers pre‑treated for pigment. The plates can blend into matte walls or stand out with high‑gloss finishes, and they...
House Party: Romilly Newman’s Dinner Party Dos and Don’ts
Romilly Newman, dubbed a Gen‑Z Martha Stewart, debuted her interior styling at Armadillo’s new New York flagship by hosting a dinner party that showcased the brand’s luxury textiles. She shared three hosting essentials—uniform candles, a curated playlist, and pre‑batched cocktails—while...
Snoop Dogg’s Real Estate Portfolio Is Completely Unexpected
Snoop Dogg, whose net worth sits around $160 million, maintains a surprisingly modest real‑estate footprint. His primary residence is a 3,800‑sq‑ft home in Diamond Bar, California, purchased for $720,000 in 1998 and still occupied by his family. He also runs a 20,000‑sq‑ft...
9 Small Seats That Make Big Statements
Elle Decor’s ETCETERA roundup spotlights nine petite seats—ottomans, poufs and a stool—that deliver bold color, texture, and pattern in compact form. The collection includes pieces such as the aubergine‑striped Odense ottoman, the velvet‑covered Hollyhocks Vesper, and a customizable Finley Ottoman upholstered...
Everything You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Vintage Chair, According to Experts
Experts from 1stDibs and Chairish advise first‑time vintage chair buyers to start by defining the piece’s intended use and focusing on recognized makers. They note that quality vintage chairs from brands like Baker, Henredon, and George Smith can be found for...
12 Best Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees to Spruce Up Your Space
Faux fiddle‑leaf fig trees have surged in popularity as realistic, low‑maintenance décor alternatives to their temperamental live counterparts. Modern artificial versions look so lifelike that only touch reveals their true nature, and they cost roughly the same as a real...
The Secret to Italian Interiors? Intentional Mismatching
Studio DB’s renovation of an 1813 Lake Como villa showcases an Italian interior philosophy built on intentional mismatching. The design blends sun‑washed terracotta, faded citron, deep lake blues, Murano glass chandeliers, and weathered wooden furnishings to create a layered, lived‑in look. Vintage...
Will There Be a Season Two of Ryan Murphy's Love Story?
Ryan Murphy’s anthology series *Love Story* dramatizes the 1990s romance of Carolyn Bessette and JFK Jr., with its finale slated for March 26. The show continues Murphy’s successful *American Story* franchise, which blends fact and fiction around iconic American moments. As of...
Kylie Jenner Lists Hidden Hills Estate for $20.3 Million Nearly a Decade After Buying It
Kylie Jenner has put her Hidden Hills estate on the market for $20.25 million, a property she bought for more than $12 million in 2016 during a four‑home buying spree. The 13,200‑sq‑ft residence, featuring a resort‑style pool and home cinema, was her...
How Two New Yorkers Transformed a Beloved Family Villa on Lake Como
Two New York siblings, Frida and Niccolò Polli, enlisted NYC design firm Studio DB to renovate their 1813 family villa on Lake Como. The project faced a steep, rocky site, a tight January‑to‑summer timeline, and remote owners in New York and London. Studio DB...
The Best Outdoor Daybeds for Peak Lounging Season
Elle Décor’s latest guide spotlights the top outdoor daybeds for the peak lounging season, featuring models from Crate & Barrel, Lulu & Georgia, Four Hands, Arhaus, West Elm, Amazon, Sunset West, and Birch Lane. The roundup emphasizes durable materials such...
The Enduring Power of the Cartier Panthère
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris is hosting its final Art Deco exhibition, showcasing over 1,000 jewels, furniture, and objects, including a dedicated Cartier room. The show highlights the iconic Cartier Panthère motif, which evolved from a 1914 wristwatch...
The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Is a Giant Leap for Collectors
Omega unveiled a new version of its iconic Speedmaster Moonwatch in a striking black‑and‑white “reverse panda” dial, expanding the model’s aesthetic appeal for collectors. The watch is equipped with the Co‑Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861, an evolution of the NASA‑qualified...
Looking Back at Ralph Lauren's Interiors Style Over The Years
Ralph Lauren began as a neck‑tie label in 1967 and quickly expanded into full menswear, womenswear, and a pioneering home collection in 1983, becoming the first American fashion house to sell furniture and décor. Over six decades the brand has...
King Charles Spent Roughly $5 Million on a House to Protect Queen Camilla’s Privacy
King Charles purchased The Old Mill in Reybridge, Wiltshire for roughly $5 million, completing the deal in March 2025 through Frisa Nominees Ltd, a firm tied to senior palace aides. The four‑bedroom property sits adjacent to Queen Camilla’s Ray Mill House,...
Ralph Lauren Home Launches Into Spring With New Meadow Lane Collection
Ralph Lauren Home introduced the Meadow Lane collection, a spring‑focused line that blends coastal aesthetics with the brand’s classic American style. The range features chambray tones, deep blues, and airy whites, highlighted by pieces such as the hand‑painted Halpern table...
These Are the 2026 Academy Award Production Design Nominees
The Academy announced its 2026 Oscar nominees for Best Production Design, highlighting five films with distinctive set creations. Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein showcases a massive clifftop laboratory and Arctic ships, while Hamnet recreates Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre interior. Marty Supreme revives 1950s...
The 7 Best Outdoor Recliners, According to Our Editors
Elle Décor’s editors round up seven top outdoor recliners, highlighting design, material quality, and functional features such as built‑in wheels, removable canopies, and varying recline positions. The list spans premium options from hand‑woven webbing to FSC‑certified teak, with some models offering...
These Low-Maintenance Gardening Trends Will Take Over 2026, According to Experts
Low‑maintenance gardening is evolving in 2026, shifting from barren lawns to self‑sustaining, ecologically‑rich spaces. Experts highlight trends such as rewilded lawns with native perennials, pollinator‑friendly planting, integrated foodscaping, smart garden technology, and DIY propagation. These approaches prioritize native species, edible‑ornamental...
20 Surprisingly Chic Amazon Easter Decor Finds
Amazon’s latest roundup spotlights twenty chic Easter décor pieces that blend high‑design aesthetics with budget‑friendly pricing. From the hand‑kneaded Kimdio blue vase to the rechargeable brass lamp, the selection covers tableware, textiles, lighting, and seasonal accents. The curated list emphasizes...