Inside Amanda Seyfried’s Peaceful New York Home | Open Door | Architectural Digest

Today Architectural Digest is welcomed by Amanda Seyfried for a tour of her peaceful home in New York City. 'Mean Girls' and 'Mamma Mia!' star spends most of her time upstate at her Catskills farmhouse, but when work calls her away she needed a tranquil city base fit for her family-with the help of Sarah Zames and Colin Stief from General Assembly they aimed to bring some of those farmhouse vibes to Manhattan. Stunning original arched windows create a bright, airy space enhanced by light oak features, and Amanda’s love of antique silhouettes paired with modern pieces offers an eclectic yet zen feel, perfect for relaxing after a busy day in the city-“I’m part of the development of a Broadway show,” Amanda says “This is going to be my home for six, seven, eight months. I know this will be where I live, and I’m comfortable here. I feel really safe.”
Amanda Seyfried currently stars in The Crowded Room on Apple TV+, with new episodes debuting on Fridays through July 28, 2023.
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Design by Sarah Zames and Colin Stief of General Assembly
Artwork: Cyrielle Gulacsy, White Light 01, 2020, acrylic paint on paper, 93 x 137cm.
Director: Jasia Kaulbach
Director of Photography: Eric Brouse
Editor: William Long
Guest: Amanda Seyfried
Senior Producer: Vara Reese
Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi
Associate Producer: Brandon Fuhr
Production Manager: Melissa Heber
Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila
Camera Operator: Cloud Corredor
Audio: Gabe Quiroga
Production Assistant: Francis McNeil
Stylist (Interior Stylist/Fashion Stylist): Sarah Zames; Colin King; Elizabeth Stewart; Eliza Yerry
Hair & Make-Up: Renato Campora; Genevieve Herr
Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague
Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew
Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow
Assistant Editor: Andy Morell
Colorist: Oliver Eid
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[@madelinefagen24]

Get me a link for those Bergere chairs 😍

[@rushabhshah.2768]

This is where celebrities live? I mean this is the nicest homes I have ever seen but then who exactly lives in those 100mil $ mansions in Beverly Hills?

[@user-kz3qo4lf5s]

​@@madelinefagen24beautiful 🙏

[@kochevark]

Any info on her bathroom lights?

[@sfortunavargiu9273]

Anche se le ai uniti con Pasquale poi ti coleghi al fratello ti va male vai via si sta male a Lula no si sta bene cara anche se dal mare istighi

[@nutsbutdum]

Why do I feel like I want to see her house upstate now?

[@mmontague4937]

For sure her style is amazing 😍

[@diasnovitawuri1939]

Ikr! She totally sold us the house upstate.

[@yureituesday]

She mentioned it 20 times

[@icantstandyou22]

Pleaseeee

[@Charliiie415]

The power of suggestion

[@Ava-xz2mt]

it’s so refreshing to see a celebrity who re-uses furniture in different houses and has real stuff around their house. like her kids art. it’s so beautiful but also realistic :-)

[@rmelper]

And a child safety device on the toilet! :)

[@TimeBucks]

Her apartment design is so peaceful and cozy

[@Sheikrisvan1991]

Nice

[@vasilemariangiarap7005]

Super 💚

[@milagro-hf2kr]

ool

[@ngoctannguyen9776]

Great video

[@santoshdangi4935]

👍

[@zs0520]

I love how honest she is 😂 like how the cupboard is full of things she cleaned up for AD and her children’s crayon marks here and there

[@aliciasabedra5736]

Same! Can we be Mama friends Amanda 😍

[@littlenest]

Love it when celebrity homes are actually homely homes ♥️

[@victoriaharris8543]

It’s about taste and that individual taste. Just cuz it’s not your taste .

[@littlenest]

​@@victoriaharris8543 Clearly misunderstood my comment and came looking for conflict where there is none, this is my taste.

[@thoughts3897]

@@littlenest What is great about homes that reflect personality is that even if it is not one's individual taste --if is cool because it is not cookie-cutter. I agree with you, however, this IS my taste too. Love it.

[@mitchellhughes5180]

I assume you mean homey, not homely.

[@littlenest]

@@mitchellhughes5180US - "homey", the rest of the world (that also exists) - "Homely". Semantics.

[@WeAllFeel]

"A new stain is a new memory" I love that logic. Yeah she probably has the funds to quickly repair or replace a damaged item, but she chooses to embrace the flaws instead.

[@user-fk7sk9ut1t]

I wish my mum said that when i was a kid

[@ak203]

You believe what an actress says?

[@alexanderlopez6705]

@@ak203 and why not? there are some of them more sensible than most including you..he he he

[@giangtran-to6tb]

ok

[@jordanl4051]

@@ak203only sad people go through life thinking everyone around them is lying

[@velvetbees]

This lady has the soul of an artist. The little quirky touches are delightful.

[@benjjjjsin]

She’s super artistic. I remember she paints, knits, writes poetry & songs, plays instruments, sings, and acts. That Variety interview a few months ago where she looks back at her film & TV performances over the years really lets you peek into the fascinating mind of a creative

[@justhuman3424]

I love how realistic it is. Bunk beds because of a small space, and a very normal looking bathroom feels so refreshing to see.

[@luciashine1129]

Love this. Clean, warm, modern but not pretentious or filled with unnecessary trends. So many over the top apartments on here. This one is a lovely and relatable space. People actually live here and it shows. She seems like a very sweet person.

[@thithi8793]

ok

[@tythanh4708]

ok

[@zellalaing5439]

She comes across as so humble, relatable, appreciative, and that pieces she genuinely loves. Beautiful homes.

[@RJ-vy9ch]

NPC comment. She's as fake as it gets.

[@rses916]

​@@RJ-vy9ch?

[@ak203]

It's called acting.

[@leonofleon239]

@@ak203 Or genuinity, it's not like you psychopaths would know that thing hah

[@cg9616]

A lovely spirit

[@donttalktomebye]

I love how just excited and grateful she is about her space. Sometimes I feel like these tours are just Very Showy but Amanda really just seems so in love and grateful and humble about it.

[@user-xz9ws2vv2m]

I'm also in awe of Amanda's modesty and kindness.

[@YouTube]

im obsessed with the toilet art lol😆amanda's nyc apartment is a peaceful slice of heaven!

[@professorpepe2732]

We don’t care

[@Zzz-xv1qb]

@@professorpepe2732 lmao

[@abinaya3910]

Are you youtube employee? U get paid to watch these videos and comment?

[@mon6745]

Hey you tube

[@LSantiago65]

Toilets and a painting of her with a dead cat…I don’t know what to say!

[@chijavier1869]

I love her apartment. And I didn’t even know she’s married now and with a daughter.😳

[@cherlynwagner6927]

Same!!

[@lizmc.1031]

She also has a son.

[@bngr_bngr]

She is 37, I thought she was twenty something.

[@innocentnemesis3519]

Love a lowkey celeb

[@lberg5575]

Her husband was in Life in Pieces

[@Nancy-sf2pl]

She has an apartment in the city and a farmhouse in the country… literally my dream when I’m older. She’s so successful ❤

[@ak203]

What has she done? I saw her in the Holmes thing and she was awful.

[@azuradawn5683]

@@ak203 I haven't seen a ton but she was great in Mean Girls.

[@mountain_girl6083]

Mama Mia!?! Best ❣️

[@tas64]

@@ak203 She was great as Elizabeth Holmes! She was in Mean Girls, Mamma Mia, Mank, Jennifer's Body, Les Mis and some great Rom-Coms.

[@Merrellina]

@@ak203respectfully, do you live under a rock?🤓

[@user-to5zk9ye6h]

She’s so appreciative of everything, so nice to see. Peaceful, calm, and uncluttered. What a calming oasis !.

[@justlostinthemoment]

I love that her mom lives with them, so cute! I bet the kids love it too to have their grandma around all the time :)

[@michelleann8854]

I love when she was talking about her kids riding on the roof she started whispering like they could hear her but she is also telling everyone

[@reem3266]

Her apartment design is so peaceful and cozy, I love it

[@jdcmr]

Probably one of the most gorgeous apartments I have seen. Simple yet very elegant and actually livable.

[@dfjulesful]

So glad to see Karen doing so well despite failing almost every class

[@heenam7201]

She got the job remember as a weather reporter.

[@jpaola9659]

You call Karen to everyone that is successful now?? 😂😂😂😂

[@heenam7201]

@@jpaola9659 Her name was Karen in the movie Mean girls . Lol 😂

[@dfjulesful]

@@jpaola9659 That's her name, duh

[@jpaola9659]

@@heenam7201 😮😮😮 hahahaha I didn’t remember that!! Well, gotta love a Karen that failed in class but got a nice house lol!! 😂😂😂

[@matewuocean]

This outfit signed a lease agreement in my head in perpetuity. Also Amanda Seyfried has the type of face that would be wasted if not made into a framed, oil canvas self-portrait and hung on a wall. Beautiful space too. It's not even my preferred style of interior but it suits her so well. 'I have to stan' is an understatement

[@melodylaila]

Everything about this comment ++

[@ak203]

She has the type of face that should be hidden. A matter of taste, but she is scrawny and has lousy hair and that red lipstick makes any woman look 15 years older.

[@madonnasponytail]

her knowing Mark Ryden is super cool

[@laur3n057]

You can tell that she actually lives here with her family which is nice compared to some other celebrities houses 😅 also I absolutely loooove the round hardwood furniture it's so pretty

[@alittlebitofjessica]

Which other celebrities’ houses?

[@hahna77]

You really can't.

[@dwe2a]

The hidden door is just awesome. This entire apartment is very welcoming, inviting and not over the top in any way. The window shades are such an incredible feature. Fantastic episode with a delightful, down to earth celebrity!

[@alexterieur8813]

i’ve watched a ton of videos with AD and whats in my bag videos and on all videos there is someone saying the celebrity is down to earth. i doubt all these celebrities are down to earth. not saying you are wrong, just that it’s uncanny how often the word down to earth is used to describe super rich people 🧐

[@RangeGleasry]

3:24 “i don’t know why I like to remember that we’re all human” yooo that reminder will keep you both humble and fearless

[@javierav8930]

I love clean yet inviting it is. A lot of modern homes are so stale with their minimalism, but this one actually looks like a warm place to be in, if that makes sense lol

[@Kay-lc4ku]

It does make sense to me 😊 I personally like moody interiors better. Minimalism is cool but there's a clinicality to it.

[@MothGirl007]

The "art" ruins it.

[@yourfellowginger3832]

I am obsessed with all of the curved window archways. So much warmth!

[@totalwomanja9105]

This house is so homey, cozy and it emanate life and love. Beautiful to achieve that in a big city.

[@KarolYuuki]

This was a really nice house, a place where you actually see people live in. I absolutely loved the arched doors and windows. The master bathroom was everything I ever wanted.

[@MicaelaHoo]

I love that not all the pieces in her apartment are like $10K. It is classy, timeless, and unpretentious.

[@alexah8521]

I love that she made her child’s bedroom colourful with their toys around! Not all beige… and I love the bookcase! Im very lucky that my house has amazing architecture, original brick walls, built in book shelves. I’m all for keeping the original architecture which I love that she’s done to her place

[@harrypanini2792]

It’s so homey and aesthetic. Simple but so sophisticated + she is such a sweet sweet and genuine human being. Listening to her feel like a warm cup of tea 😭

[@thefairychild]

I love that she was excited by the laundry.

[@victoriac847]

Okay but I love that this is chic, beautiful, but also REAL! Like shared roof top, kid scribbles, column in middle of pathway, it’s relatable while still clearly in a different tax bracket 😂 i just love that it’s not show off-y and just authentic yet elevated!

[@guddey]

Wow this space is so well designed! Any NY apartment this size would immediately have you thinking about the living expense, but this space has a beautiful humility to it. The warm wooden interior, soft pastels sprinkled with bright pops of color and the functional and lived-in furnitures make it so homey. Love it!

[@shuna.]

I just can't help but feel more admiration for Amanda every time I learn something new about her.

[@Flowers4Everyone]

She is such a gracious host and doesn't come across as manic and imposed upon. She is a lovely person, as far as I can see, over the years.

[@Colata4197]

She’s so appreciative of everything, so nice to see

[@GodzHarleyGirlStudio]

That thing above the stove is a pot filler, to put water into the pots on the stove.😊

[@Tip_Top]

Thanks! I was looking for this comment 😅😂

[@MH_297]

How did she not know that? It’s such an American thing the pot filler lol

[@Dave-in-MD]

@@MH_297 Not above a stove it isn't.

[@melaniestewart33]

haha yes and they've never cooked in the kitchen??

[@christineg6123]

What is the temperature of the water for the pot filler?

[@debussy843]

This Sarah did an amazing job. This is one of the best apartments feature I've seen.

[@julietaperazza8500]

this is now & will be forever my favorite AD video + omg I love her energy sm

[@Driftwoodbaby]

I didn't realize she was married with kids- I thought she was like 21 still. love the apartment.

[@jgator6694]

The lilacs on the dining room table are everything ❤️

[@nonae1144]

Her natural sweet and relax character has reflected on her apartment design ❤

[@andrapeck8949]

I love how much she loves her apartment. She exudes down-to-earth, loving vibes.

[@hannahdigitals]

Disappointed she doesn’t live on a Greek island in real life

[@woodanemone9758]

Or has 3 dads.

[@annjohnson8437]

🤣

[@davidmccoy1378]

I have a feeling this is just the "New York apartment" and likely has many other homes. The rich really do lead different lives.

[@lauradev6371]

@@davidmccoy1378Lol she literally says in the video she has a farm upstate where she actually lives when she’s not in NYC so you’re not wrong!

[@beazuzmcceasar22]

Oh honey honey!

[@vbuzani79]

I love how calm and soft the apartment is and also shows how realistic it is to have any nice furniture with children 👍🏼😂also she is such an amazing actress 🤩

[@lifeturtletravesia]

I love the style, the colors, the materials, that she had small rooms for her kids to share, that she lives with her mom. She is the best

[@elliex3698]

Her softest peaceful voice was so soothing.

[@federica_m_m]

we also want to see the house upstate

[@BRiGHT-CHilD]

Morbid dead cat painting aside, the apartment is great and I like how she especially dressed up to match it.

[@thecraft2091]

Dead dogs too. Weird.

[@midwestlakelife]

Very strange and disturbing.

[@BRiGHT-CHilD]

@@thecraft2091 dead dogs too? I missed that. Yeah, very weird.

[@fancycat]

Thanks, I thought I was the only one

[@sarahcelik3393]

Down to earth and very likeable. Also, as someone else already perfectly described , "a fun, funky, dreamy apartment" , it really is.

[@lukepresti2737]

everything in her apt is just so niche i love her

[@alyssashannon1218]

This house felt like a hug ❤

[@ReikiMegan]

I love that Amanda's style is so down to earth. She's a cool person.

[@deealia2568]

I was waiting for this down to earth comment. In real people world this would be an entirely average basic flat. But I’m celeb land it’s down to earth 😂

[@OnMeds1]

Love her vibe and especially her outlook on stains on the table.

[@sophiesticatedlady]

And her mom lives with her,. That's so sweet.

[@janmarchand7294]

Amanda's hallway reminds me of the scene in The Shining.😂😂

[@dark1Ordeen]

My favourite actress in my teenage years, her house is expressing exactly her, soft, light, beauty ❤

[@J123a1]

love her natural and authentic vibe and the apartment looks amazing, so cozy!

[@jwaltonxo5359]

This apartment is absolutely stunning!! I have never felt so inspired by one of these videos as this one. So airy and soft! I love it

[@evabodnar8568]

Clean, simple, homely, lived in, organized, modern, elegant, perfect.

[@DCDSG]

She’s so adorable, her love for her space makes it more special than it looks at first.

[@marials9245]

What a lovely place, it has so much personality and the perfect combination of modern and vintage feel to it. Amazing

[@AuntieMamies]

I just think it's delightful how excited she gets about everything down to the plugs. Which are pretty great btw. I love that design

[@starryeyeschick]

Beautiful space, Amanda! The kids room IS the most fun, so I’m glad you showed it, too. Love the playhouse!

[@seankennedy2792]

Love the arched doorways. So calming, serene, and seems comfortable

[@teresaanya]

Ugh I just love her. Every role she plays is my favorite. And omg the apartment! It's so cute and cozy!!

[@amberledrew6208]

Probably the best one I've seen! Loved her place and her in general! So relatable and down to earth!

[@lukeoconnell5642]

She's so great. We will always be able to think of her as a reliable, talented actor. Great career and kind person!

[@tazmota6503]

I love her house so much. there is so much character, and yet so universal.

[@skylarsa]

Theres something about seeing just a used bar of soap and kids colouring pages taped onto the door that made the space for so real and homey. Yes its a beautifully customized space, but also feels real and lived in and like I could actually relax in.

[@Shuriko000]

This is so lovely, indeed very cozy spot for a wild city. Love the soft details of everything

[@thoughts3897]

What a beautiful space. Love everything about it. Kids' room is truly special.

[@akanetienam1753]

Obsessed with interior decor! It's a great space 🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾

[@aminadomingosmacuacua9649]

Congratulations @Archdigest is the first time you show someone who really use the house for real is amazing to watch.thank you.

[@donnapeterson1945]

OMG, her place is just perfect! Normal looking and I LOVE her painting, captures her beautifully.

[@olazurawska5862]

So humble, she is really knowing the space, that feeling- not just a fancy buy but her place on planet

[@belindam3797]

What a gorgeous space, its warm and inviting, modern and has great storage solutions! I especially like that Amanda has kept a lot of pieces she has had in her previous apartment and balances out the older well loved and classic furniture with some unexpected and interesting new pieces as well. Love her style! Also a bit jealous of her portrait by Mark Ryden 😮

[@jessicaalger4525]

I could watch this over and over again. So serene.

[@kjthekunoichi]

Calming & soothing epi! Nice to watch before bedtime! Love the brown wooden design, bright white lights & spaces (for me, no to dark black bathrooms! You wont see the dirt easily!😬) w vintage furnitures (love the chairs!), the hand feature holding Amanda’s eye mask & the kids’ wallpaper are whimsically & artistic abstract-ish nice😋 Amanda is chill too, look at her walking like a boss@11:37😝👍

[@CLB30ROX]

I love how lived in her place looks. Really eclectic. I love it 🤩

[@zomgeleana]

I LOVE HERRRRR. She has a talent for always remaining her genuine self no matter what.

[@LaraA55]

Love love the kitchen , main bedroom and arching doors/windows. And with a touch of Amanda's quirkiness...awesome

[@Agilmar8]

Doesn't look like a humongous apartment, just a normal person's apartment. But everything is so wood-y and earthy, it made me think she is a very down-to-earth person. Didn't expect it and I loved it.

[@twix2615]

I'm sorry but compared to the average NYC apartment this is enormous

[@kittenkorleone2918]

The ranunculus and the lilac are simply stunning! The apt is gorgeous!

[@mauddouglasa]

Had no clue we had the EXACT same taste in interiors, love Amanda!

[@magicrelaxx]

Living the life I aspire one day. Having the farm life which I absolutely love but also the glamour of a city. Love it

[@erianmaxcic6052]

Very lovely interior indeed. Especially TV room was gorgeous, love the sofa with the antique armchairs.

[@matthewbennett4926]

Love the tree that blocks the tv in the family room. Beautiful

[@Sofiaode18]

Finally a celebrity house that doesn’t try too hard to seem “luxury”. It’s such a cozy house I love it.

[@thanhbuutran4101]

I love how humble she is and nothing needs to be extravagant... ❤

[@lauracaminos1]

Wow. just wow - i watch literally every Open door you guys do and this HAS to be my favorite - such a nice apartment, hatss OFFF amanda

[@A.Rose.G]

So relaxing❤ The stove water potfiller is so great for pasta.

[@elisekhoury7718]

Beautiful! Loved every detail in it; the light, the simplicity of materials, furniture...

[@chanelchloie3461]

I love Amanda so much. Sweet, simple, low-key and timeless

[@federica_m_m]

Such a beautiful and precise direction, so well done

[@getajob5678]

I love that Amanda’s mother lives w them. Respect and honor ❤

[@unicornzrreal1985]

I love all of the natural light and all of the flowers. So uplifting. 🦋🐛💐🌸💮🏵🌹🌺🌻🌼🌷⚘🌱🪴🌿🌵🌳🌈

[@michelleanguiano4744]

Wow she is so relaxed and relatable ❤