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HOLLYWOOD 'SPLASH'

Oznell — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 23:35:33 GMT

Apparently, actress Ellen Pompeo and music producer husband Chris Ivery are quite the real estate moguls. They have several houses, and this is their latest L.A. house. It's designed by the exuberant Brit, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, who worked with her on her last house.

They seem to love Spanish houses, and a certain spaciousness and volume, which I've noticed in both her previous home and now this one. I normally enjoy touches of Art Deco, but these velvet deco chairs in here, I don't know, they look too 'contrived' or something to me. They do pick up the lamps and throw pillows color nicely though.

By contrast with the huge living room, the dining room is intimate, oriented toward that fabulous view. Striking pendant light.

Again, this den is a cozy respite, I think, from that airy living room. Nice to have lounging spaces very different in mood from each other....

Terrace overlooking cascading hillside.

Are those slim reeds forming that barrel roof over the patio-- nice rustic touch. And what a cutie their little girl is!

Below, thought you might like to see their former living room in their previous house in the Hollywood hills, also done by Martyn Lawrence Bullard. There was a big spread on it in "Elle Decor" magazine.

I somewhat prefer it to the new house, partly because of its provenance-- it was a residence of the young Ronald Reagan! To me it has more of a typical, Twenties' "old Hollywood" Spanish house vibe. I love the arches, the wrought iron, and the lack of pretension. It had only 2 bedrooms. Martyn Lawrence Bullard did a nice job of bringing up to date features with it, yet retaining the old character-- I like to imagine Ronnie running in after a tennis game with William Holden (a good friend) or something, and dashing up those stairs for a shower:

You can see the similarities to the new house though. It had huge windows too (which you can't see in this photo), but they were arched.

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ECBG — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:49:58 GMT

Visually beautiful, but I don't feel warmth.

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vsm — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:53:21 GMT

Every aspect of this decor leaves me cold. Brrrrrrr..........

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spiderw — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 02:47:25 GMT

I do love the spaciousness of a few rooms and the patio. I am not a fan of much of the furnishings and decor and do not get a cozy and or comfortable feeling as a result. While it isn't my taste I saw a few things I liked but on the whole, much didn't appeal.

Yes, their daughter is adorable, it's nice to see the people who live there too.

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aubnwa01 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 04:55:32 GMT

Several years ago, there was a show on Bravo called "Million Dollar Decorators" that was sort of part of the Million Dollar Listing LA world & Martyn Lawrence Bullard was one of the featured decorators. He was a very interesting character. The show only ran for a couple of seasons, but it was interesting to see these folks do stuff where money was no object!

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stevieb — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:11:51 GMT

Bullard's star definitely rose high. Occasionally, I appreciate his aesthetic, but more often I find it contrived and just more pricey than tasteful. These homes are nicely done, but I don't much care for anything I see.

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CANDLEQUEEN — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:14:24 GMT

There is so much that I love about this house. That kitchen is very unique and different. It does need some warmth throughout, but for the most part I love it!!!!!

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DREAMON — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 14:17:23 GMT

I too think it lacks warmth. It's just OK for me.

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faeriemoon — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:18:02 GMT

Kind of a let-down. This house has the potential to be really cool, and I feel like it missed the mark. Not liking those deco velvet chairs either.

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Zsazsa — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:22:53 GMT

@Oznell All I can say is WOW... in a good way! I always liked Ellen Pompeo on ER.... and I think her home, while not my style is extremely beautiful. I especially like the dining room! Thank you for sharing this.

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shoptilyadropagain — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:24:06 GMT

Overall, I LOVE it but there are a few things I'd had to tweak. The kitchen and dining room would be a complete remodel.

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NickNack — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 19:55:36 GMT

I love the house itself but not the furnishings. I do love the terrace. Their daughter is adorable, and I agree that it's nice to see the people who live there.

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Patriot3 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 23:45:57 GMT

I like the patio and the fireplace in the last pic. To me, the rest is cold and a lot dark.

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wilma — Sat, 26 Oct 2019 02:51:48 GMT

I like the terrace and the view! Not a fan of the furnishings. Some rooms are too dark; others too modern.

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jellyBEAN — Sat, 26 Oct 2019 03:19:52 GMT

Wow, I think it's gorgeous!! I love the lighting fixtures, the floors, and the round windows. I like the art deco blue velvet chairs just fine.

The kitchen is just massive. I'm surprised there isn't some type of island in there to break it up a little bit - seems like it sure is big enough for one.

My least fav room is probably the bedroom. Too formal. But all in all, one beautiful home. I like the previous home as well. A little more cozy.