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I actually think five to ten minutes a day is a great habit and that if you are doing five to ten minutes a day, you will get many of the benefits that science suggests you will get. If you can master that congratulations. Youre a meditator. I like this. When shes kidnapped by human traffickers, her brother set out to save her before its too late. With me now melissa. Cheers. Congratulations on the film. Thats awesome. The name is acts of violence. Tell me about it. Acts of violence. Acts of violates. Its a great cast too. Bruce willis, sofa bush. How was it working with those guys . I mean, bruce willis, to work with him, he is the consequence mat hollywood leading man. Ill do everything i can to try to find her. And sofia has a tremendous amount of energy. Shes just if shes around, no one is in a bad mood. Its directed by the ultimate king of acting mr. Rob cullen. He is responsible for fast and furio furious and triple x. Lets talk about this other film the year of spectacular men. The year of spectacular men is one of my favorite projects. Its directed by actress director lea thompson. I played lewhys girlfriend. Ook that the diversity. You are getting kidnapped and a lover to lea thompson. I know. I know. Well, congratulations on everything. Thank you. Looking forward to seeing you in all those films. Act of violence in theaters now. Awards season is in full swing, and it continues this weekend at the sag awards, and the after party for the official magazine and foundation sag award gala. Welcome melanie chu who is here to tell us all about it. All the biggest stars will be there for hosting the party this year with tnt and tbs for the first time. All the nominees, all the presenters will be there. And taking home his or her gift bags. Okay. Whats in the gift bag . Break it down. For the first time this year we had male and female love bags for every guest to take home. Snoo thats it for us this weekend. For the latest headlines head over to extra tv. Com. Before we go, can we please just revisit your throwback for this week. Its everything. The sequins and onesy. Have a great weekend, everybody. On the set of m16 mi the country where she adopted her hey, lady. The big little liar stars are about to get some dig sorry. Yeah, mario. Here the set of la la la la la. Man. Yeah. Man. You also have a responsibility responsibility. Im jacking up everybodys names. Names. Welcome home, mr. Im sara gore, and this is open house. This week, were all about the inspiring visions of a few new design stars. Designer and artist laura kirar shows how she subverted the expectations in her clients loft. And designer Bennett Leifer shows off his own apartment on new yorks gramercy park. Plus, Brock Forsblom tells us why his maximalist aesthetic was perfect for his Greenwich Village apartment. But first, we joined katie hodges at her clients Beverly Hills home. Katie hodges everything we selected, from the pillow fabrics to the bed, give this newly built space a much needed oldworld character to bring in that soul that the house really needed. [music playing] welcome to open house. This week were all about the inspiring visions of a few new designers. And we start things off with katie hodges in Beverly Hills. Her clients home is a 1930s Spanish Colonial filled with original architectural detail. Check out how katie preserved all those elements while still making it feel fresh and current with custom furniture, layering, and subtle color. [music playing] hi, my name is katie hodges, and im an interior designer. Welcome to my Beverly Hills project that i spent about two years completely renovating and redecorating. Were going to check out some of my favorite spaces in the house. So lets go inside and take a look. [music playing] [music playing] now, here in the living room, i had a beautiful palette to work off of. The ceiling detail is original and didnt take much revamping. However, the fireplace is something that i focused a lot of attention on. Formerly, this was a bulky, big, stone fireplace. So what we did is scale the design back and got master plaster workers in to create a beautiful shape so that it looked original and didnt look like we were forcing it. I kept the furniture in here pretty muted and neutral. I used this gorgeous organic linen that i made these two sofas in. The key to decorating an old home like this is to make sure nothing looks too new or too shiny. I used a vintage moroccan rug and tons of vintage textiles to bring in that soul that the house really needed. Lets move on over to the parlor. [music playing] the owners wanted a place where they can entertain and enjoy their extensive wine and liquor collection, so we created this beautiful parlor where they can do just that. This room was an addition to the original house. And when designing it, it was important to keep the architectural integrity of this room, and make sure it fits with our original house. Certain elements, like the wood beams and the plaster fireplace, accomplish just that, and keep it from looking too modern. One of my favorite features is the custom iron shelving that holds all the liquor bottles and serves as the centerpiece of the room. Next stop, the library. [music playing] formerly purposeless, this room was right off the entry and had no utility. The idea on the library came to me when i toured the clients former home. When i saw their extensive collection of books, a light bulb went off, and, immediately, i knew this was the right direction to go in. Like other areas in the house, architectural integrity was top of mind with this room as well. One of my favorite focal points is the kerr fireplace in the corner. One of the really special things about this fireplace is the custom handpainted tiles that i had sourced specifically for this job. Now, off to one of my Favorite Places in the house, the master suite. [music playing] when we decided to create this master suite, it was meant to serve as a contained living space in and of itself, almost like a suite in a luxury hotel. In the master lounge, a cozy tvviewing area was the priority, as well as desk space that the owner can work from home at his leisure. Most of the furniture was made custom with my signature sprinkling of vintage pieces throughout. The master bedroom was an addition. And im most proud of the layout and the charm that the architectural details created. Everything we selected, from the pillow fabrics to the bed, give this newly built space some much needed oldworld character. A master suite this gorgeous wouldnt be complete without a killer bathroom. Handpainted custom tiles are the big statement here. And i kept the Color Palette clean and simple throughout to not compete with the tiles. Even though there are a lot of features in this bathroom, such as the sauna and soaking tub, it still feels quaint and accessible. [music playing] thank you for joining me on this house tour. Im so excited to have been able to share this project with you. [music playing] the revamped original details really felt modern and fresh with all those chic design choices. Coming up next, designer rob forsblom, takes us around his eye popping Greenwich Village pad. Welcome to my apartment in the west village, or as i like to call it, my interwar technicolor dreamhouse. [music playing] narrator open house is sponsored in part by, Coldwell Banker, the Real Estate Company with real advantages. Find your home today at coldwellbanker. Com. Welcome back. Now, were in new yorks Greenwich Village neighborhood at the apartment of interior designer, Brock Forsblom. Brock embraced a maximalist design aesthetic for what is a relatively small new york space. Despite the size, he loved the layout, and made sure every nook burst with vibrant color and pattern. Its a home that celebrates the bold, audacious, and unexpected. Take a look. [music playing] hey, im interior designer Brock Forsblom, and welcome to my apartment in the west village, or as i like to call it, my interwar, technicolor dreamhouse. [music playing] its a one bedroom apartment, so its not huge. But its got an incredible layout, which means ive been able to use a lot of the different spaces in a multitude of ways. By using vibrant color, pattern, and eclectic accessories, i was able to maximize every nook. Lets take a closer look. [music playing] entries are a great place to make a first impression. But theyre usually passthrough spaces. I think this entry is the best part of the layout of the apartment. It leads you into every other part of the apartment, and i think its just a great place to hang out. Multipurpose spaces are super important in a small apartment. So of course, this is also my dining room. [music playing] the architectural niche frames this painting, a custom work on canvas by a friend of mine. The same friend also painted these ortiere panels. They separate this room from the living room, and help them both feel like distinct spaces. The transition also makes the apartment feel larger. [music playing] theres admittedly a lot going on in this living. The challenge for me is that its a narrow space. So i had to do a lot of Different Things to make it seem wider and therefore bigger. Obviously, we have to start by talking about this wall mural. It totally opens up the room by giving it this perspective. The globe is the centerpiece, literally the world on your wall. And the rest of it radiates out in this soft dreamy way. Its illuminated in part by the sconces. Now, i love sconces. I really think they can change a room. Theyre dimensional, soft, and romantic, which arent bad qualities to bring to a living space. [music playing] spacing is important. You want your guests to be able to easily move through the room without bumping into anything. Now, in a narrow room like this that can be a challenge. But just remember to create channels between all the pieces. This sofa a french piece from the 1940s i had reupholstered in a vibrant pink. It anchors the room along with the sideboard. Chairs float in pairs and are light enough to scooch in closer so everybody can join the conversation. And i placed the chaise by the window, so you can lounge in the morning sun or take in the breeze. I love decorating with books. And ive use them as structural elements throughout the entire apartment. They accentuate every surface. And theres always something to read that isnt your phone. [music playing] as a book lover, i knew i wanted a library. But as a renter in new york, who has space for that . So i use this as a second living room, den, breakfast nook, and library. Its off a standard galley kitchen, which is in new york knows is kind of drab. So i cheered it up with a coat of vibrant paint. [music playing] this bedroom is totally dreamy. And even though its definitely designed, its still pretty chill. Its what you want a bedroom to be. On the headboard wall i used a custom fabric of a bamboo forest in grayscale. I repeated the fabric on the window treatments. Its a riff on a toile room. Fresh, but old school. I layered the floor in a plush gray carpet. And then i echoed that tone on the bedspread. These tones allow the red headboard to really pop. I also mixed in these wood furnishings to give the space a classic touch. Eccentric monkey table lamps always make me really happy to look at. And being happy is not a bad way to wake up in the morning. [music playing] layering and density allows you to go on a visual journey, regardless of the size. And thats what good design is all about. Thanks a lot for coming. [music playing] now, brock holds a degree from yale in architecture, but he worked for years under renowned interior design and friend of the show tony ingrao. His home is definitely a dramatic example of his talent. Coming up next, designer Bennett Leifer shows us how he overcame some of the design challenges in his prewar apartment. Well see you after the break. [music playing] welcome back. Now we join interior designer Bennett Leifer for a look at how he brought style and flair to his prewar apartment right on new yorks gramercy park. He managed to make the apartment a distinct reflection of his personality and his lifestyle, while respecting the original architectural details. See for yourself. [music playing] hi, im bennett, the principal designer at Bennett Leifer interiors. Welcome to my gramercy apartment, right across the street from one of new yorks most beautiful and historic parks. [music playing] i think your home should be appropriate to your lifestyle and should honor the bones of your space. I always maximize the visual impact of every room, no matter the size. Because good design is as much about how it looks, as how well you can live in it. Ive always loved this prewar building, because of its neogothic style. When i walked into this foyer, i knew, with a little work, i could imagine myself living here. [music playing] this entry hall is the first space you see when you walk into the apartment and pretty large for a space this size. But its the only room that has no windows. So i knew i had to maximize the light. So i chose a reflective and bright venetian plaster as well treatment. Light colors are great for brightening spaces, but a lustre or glossy finish really helps reflect light as well. With the ethereal background established, i was then able to layer in the statement pieces, like this [inaudible] handpainted screen. Everyone should stay true to their taste. I love handpainted wallpaper, but chose not to cover this entire space. I substituted it with this beautiful screen instead. [music playing] one of my passions is collecting art. I love this piece by miya ando. It serves a dual purpose in evoking an emotional response from me and reflecting light in the space. Design should have a function. This great vignette serves a dual purpose. It gives me a place to throw my keys, a little bit of hidden storage, and highlights some beautiful things, like the piece of art my mother gave me as a house warming gift. [music playing] this is my living room. Its the largest room in the apartment, but its also the room where i spend the most time. Youll see a lot of elements of my Signature Design in here, but also a lot of great examples of how i like to make them room function well. Heres a prime example of my design philosophy. I kept the original elements that came with the apartment, such as the mantle, but i refinished it to make it look like limestone. I also redid the hearth and skim coated the walls, because i wanted to preserve what was beautiful about the space, but modernize them and make them work for me. In regards to function, i selected furniture both for looks and for comfort. This sofa has clean lines and is perfect for lying back with a good book. The dining table is both beautiful and a great place to do work by the window. And i have one more space to show you. [music playing] my goal with the bedroom was to make a bright and serene base, and then add pops of accents on top of it. I really like the color of this bedding, the detail in the rug. My favorite color in the rug inspired the bedding. Even though its a solid color, the channeling of the bedding has a lot of texture. For me, texture is almost as important as color when establishing a visual palette. Design has to serve a function. This room may be really beautiful, but it serves its main purpose of letting me sleep really well tonight. [music playing] thank you for coming over and for taking a tour of my apartment. I hope you enjoyed learning about my design philosophies, and perhaps took away some tips that will help make your home more reflective of yourself and functional for your lifestyle. [music playing] sara gore up next, artist and designer, laura kirar, shows off her clients loft apartment. Well be right back. [music playing] welcome back to open house. Designer laura kirar approaches her projects with an artists eye. And her interiors are filled with unique details that both surprise and delight. At her clients Greenwich Village piedaterre, every inch was conceptualized to carefully tread the line between form and function. Lets join her for a closer look. [music playing] hi, im laura kirar. Im an artist and a designer. Welcome to this jewel box piedaterre that i designed in the west village. This was a designers dream, because it was a full gut renovation. And so, we were able to do so many beautiful details from beginning to end. So lets go take a look. [music playing] this living room is the first thing you see when you step off the elevator. So it had to be dramatic. And it sets the tone for the rest of the apartment. Your eye is drawn to these curved oak walls and the migrating birds flying freely across. But they serve a practical purpose as added storage. And the birds are actually the hardware. I designed this carpet to have a wild Energy Around all of this serenity. I think theres Something Like 12 different colors in this rug. In the corner is the guernica chair, named after picassos painting. Its my interpretation of the minotaur which features so prominently in the painting half man, half bull. Its body is made of over 3,000 strands of leather fringe. I think its the perfect example of functional art. But the showstopper is this polished brass fireplace. This living room, while serene, also engages your eye and spirit and allows you to discover its many surprises. [music playing] i wanted a little intrigue for the dining area, but also a space that encouraged both conversation and movement. This beautiful oak and steel table strikes the perfect balance between refined and industrial. And i surrounded it with these stylish chairs i designed. Overhead, the striking pendants cast a warm glow and add to the sensation of movement. [musi