Heavy Metal, Luxe Leather, and Seductive Stones: Decor Inspiration From Snow White and the Huntsman


Updated 05/23/12 3:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Snow White and the Huntsman Set Design and Decor

Opening June 1, Snow White and the Huntsman offers a deliciously dark and empowering version of the classic fairy tale. We're excited to see the film ourselves, but in the meantime we're dreaming up movie-inspired decor based on the film's look. See how we interpret Snow White's shield, Ravenna's frocks, and the huntsman's weapons in this slideshow. Photos courtesy of Universal Pictures Read more

Hunger Games Star Josh Hutcherson Closes on Heath Ledger's Former Hollywood Hills Home


Updated 05/23/12 11:00 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Josh Hutcherson Hollywood Hills Home Pictures

According to Zillow, Hunger Games star Josh Hutcherson has just purchased a Hollywood Hills home for $2.5 million. The house, a midcentury-modern property surrounded by trees, is no stranger to celebrity residents. Prior owners include Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams, as well as Ellen DeGeneres. While it's only a little over 1,800 square feet, this two-bedroom, two-bath home boasts an Read more

Dark Shadows Decor Inspiration: '70s Moroccan Goth For the Modern Home


Updated 05/15/12 11:44 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Dark Shadows Modern Gothic Decor

Opening today, Tim Burton's Dark Shadows, which is based on the gothic soap opera of the same name, promises to deliver some truly wild set design, as well as signature Burton kookiness. Take a look at some of our favorite aspects of the set design, and then learn how you can adapt it to fit your style. You may be surprised by how well this look could work for your home! All film photos courtesy Read more

Ryan Seacrest Relists His Mediterranean Villa For $3 Million Less


Updated 05/01/12 11:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ryan Seacrest House Pictures

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest has relisted his Hollywood Hills estate for $11.985 million, chopping nearly $3 million off the asking price from late 2010, when it listed for $14.95 million. The house, which Seacrest refers to as Casa di Pace, or the House of Peace, was designed by Jeff Andrews (who also designed Khloe Kardashian's home). The house's listing describes it as "The crown jewel of Read more

Jennifer Aniston Sells Her Chic West Village Apartments at a Loss


Updated 04/20/12 3:10 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Jennifer Aniston NYC House Sold at Loss

Nearly a year to the day of her purchase, Jennifer Aniston has sold her West Village apartments. Originally purchased for a reported $5.9 million, Aniston sold the apartments at a $500,000 loss to a real estate investor. Aniston was rumored to have plans to combine the apartments, but paparazzi attention supposedly drove her back to Bel Air. And who can blame her? Her gorgeous modern home, Read more

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor Sell Second House in Their Hollywood Hills Compound


Updated 04/18/12 1:55 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 1 comment

Ben Stiller Hollywood Hills Home Pictures

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor have just sold the second house in their Hollywood Hills estate for $2.6 million.This second, smaller house, is a generous 4,062 square feet, situated on less than a third of an acre. The entire compound, which included the Spanish-style home, another house, and a guesthouse, was put on the market over two years ago for $12.5 million. Since that time, the larger Read more

Tour Trudy and Pete's Country Home


Updated 04/16/12 12:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Mad Men Pete and Trudy Campbell House

On last night's episode of Mad Men, we got to peek at Trudy and Pete Campbell's home in Cos Cob, CT. The cosmopolitan couple moved from Manhattan to the "country," as they call it, anticipating the birth of their daughter Tammy. The house is a far cry from Don and Megan Draper's hip high-rise pad and has a similar look to Don and ex-wife Betty's own suburban home — which is to say, it seems a Read more

Casa Capsule: Vintage Remix, an English Baroque Manor, and Marni Furniture


Updated 04/14/12 10:05 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Interior Design News For April 14, 2012

Read an interview with LA designer Kishani Perera. Marni has created a gorgeous line of chairs made by ex-Columbian prisoners. You won't believe what these pendant lights are made from. I want to be here now: Japanese wisteria tunnels. Bavarian modern style dominates this German design hotel. Getting hitched? You need to check out this dazzling ceremony decor. Designer Jeff Andrews spills the Read more

Part 2 of Our Interview With Hunger Games Set Decorator Larry Dias


Updated 04/13/12 12:31 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Larry Dias Set Decorator Hunger Games Interview

Earlier today, we shared the first half of our interview with The Hunger Games set decorator Larry Dias. Keep reading to learn more about what went into the process of creating the set! CasaSugar: Where was the chandelier above the dining table sourced? Larry Dias: The "chandelier" was actually comprised of 50 to 60 separate fixtures from Arteriors that we arranged off site and installed into Read more

Hunger Games Set Decorator Larry Dias Shares Stories and Decor Details From the Film


Updated 04/13/12 12:31 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Hunger Games Set Design Pictures and Interview

Watching The Hunger Games at a press preview, both Angela and I were scrambling to jot down notes on the fantastic set design showcased in the film. Now, we have the answers to all of our set design questions. Set decorator for The Hunger Games Larry Dias was integral in making the film come to life, from the Appalachia-inspired homes seen in District 12 to the opulent palace of President Snow. Read more