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Coveted Crib: Gwen Stefani's Old Digs (Part II)

CasaSugar — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 06:15:11 -0700

I recently took you on a house tour of Gwen Stefani's former home in Los Feliz, and I promised there would be more to come — the exterior, specifically. Well, since I am a woman of my word, and since it's Good to Grow month, I'm back to show you the exterior of the magnificent Mediterranean, which has equally wonderful landscaping. So check out this slideshow for a sneak peek, while I sit here and contemplate why anyone would ever want to leave this house.

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Which Celebrity Couple's Home Would You Most Like to See?

CasaSugar — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 05:48:14 -0700

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Coveted Crib: Gwen Stefani's Old Digs

CasaSugar — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 10:00:08 -0700

According to Big Time, the former home of Gwen Stefani, and current home of That '70s Show creator Mark Brazill is on the market for nearly $4.9 million. Built in 1928, Sotheby's calls it "one of the finest Mediterranean estates in Los Feliz." With Moroccan-looking tiles throughout, many original architectural details, as well as magnificent landscaping, it truly is stunning. While certain elements of the interior design do enhance its appeal, the architectural bones of this 1920s Mediterranean home are what elevate it to Coveted Crib status. Check out this slideshow for a tour of the interior, and stay tuned for images of the exterior to come! Source

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Inspired: Jean Harlow

CasaSugar — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 07:00:59 -0700

Film actress Jean Harlow was America's sex symbol of the 1930s. Also known as the "Platinum Blonde" and the "Blonde Bombshell," this glamorous, gorgeous woman embodied Hollywood glamour. Starring in such films as Red Dust and Platinum Blonde, she appeared onscreen beside leading men Spencer Tracy, Clark Gable, and James Cagney.

This actress, whose personal life was marked by tragedy, was absolutely magnetic onstage and onscreen, and the immense force of her personality is still evident today, with stars such as Gwen Stefani emulating her look (Stefani, in fact, played Harlow in The Aviator). And of course, we know what Nicole Ritchie named her little girl. As a small homage to this glamorous woman, I thought I'd put together a Hollywood-Harlow-worthy look.

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I kept the color palette simple, emphasizing whites and silvers, while laying down a cool, deep blue wool rug, which would ground the room. With a splash of teal in the pillows, which picks up on the soothing blue tone, the rest of the room is left to shine with mirrors, chandelier, silver, and white tufted leather sofa and ottoman. I also added a few elements from the animal world, including an elephant side table and a silver stag antler wall hanging. Jean Harlow was nothing if not a fighter, and I wanted these more "wild" elements to translate her amazing spirit.

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This Just In: Johnny Knoxville Splits the Hills

CasaSugar — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 04:30:38 -0700

Jackass Johnny Knoxville has listed his three-bedroom Mediterranean in the Hollywood Hills for $1.7 million, according to Big Time. The listing for the property reads:

Turn-key Hollywoodland Mediterranean Villa, Circa 1924, complete w/views, lush grassy yard/gardens & large pool! Enter this st-to-st property through gated courtyard setting, to frml entry w/views across Great Rm w/vaulted ceiling & arches. Large circular din rm, redone kit w/honed marble counters & ss appliances. Huge mstr w/fp, lux ‘Ann Sacks’ style bath w/steam shower. Media rm, 2nd bd + office/3rd bd each w/ensuite redone baths. Beautifully redone w/character & daylight.

Knoxville and his wife of 12 years are in the middle of a divorce, so that's likely the reason for the sale. The house is truly a gem, with great bones, 1920s character (much like Gwen Stefani's old digs), privacy, and lush landscaping. I cannot imagine why else he would put it on the market. Check out the gallery below to see what I mean.

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Casa Capsule: The Week That Was

CasaSugar — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 10:36:54 -0700

I'm drooling over Gwen Stefani's old digs.
TIME's Design 100 is in the news.
Check out this bathroom before and after.
Do you know who won the ShopStyle Living contest?
Hey gardeners! Check out my interview with Patti Moreno, the Garden Girl.
Going to South Beach? Then book a room at the Townhouse Hotel.
If money weren't an issue, would you hire this gardener?
I have instructions on how to hang a window box.

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