Inside an Art Collector's Sun-Drenched Los Angeles Home

Dr. Joy Simmons set out in 1992 to design an art-filled home in L.A. in which to raise her two young daughters. She was a practicing radiologist and an art collector, who today has amassed one of the most important collections of African American art in the country. Joy’s house reflects her passion for her family, art, and her love of life.

[@southerndivamag]

I can't explain the level of inspiration this gave me. I've begun searching for art to fill my home and I love bold colors like her

[@Lulani_]

Diva Chronicles I can help you with that 😉 You’re welcome to visit my Instagram @lulani_art where I sell my colorful paintings and offer commissions.

[@sarahjoyce3]

yes! i am loving the increased diversity on this show. what a fun home!

[@bodoorgeest]

Diversity? Since when is collecting art on ethnicity divers? Art has no skincolor. That being said, i love her collection..

[@DavinaShefet]

I think she means diversity in style...

[@Sunshine-zm1fx]

@@bodoorgeest Diversity is not a dirty word. Calm down.

[@DavinaShefet]

Exactly and even if she meant diversity as in ethnicity, this collector is curating a collection of black female artists so your comment being about « collecting art knows no ethnicity/ gender or whatever » is clearly not true in this case... This woman is collecting art her own personal way with her ethnicity and gender in mind... and good for her! Stop being offended for no f****** reason and jumping to conclusions just because you want to sound overly polically correct all the time, it’s ridiculous.

[@Maynedidit]

Me too it is very necessary!!! People of color have amazing homes too!!!

[@gabriellechilton5902]

Love your home. Finally. Someone displaying African American homes and collections.and I love tour personal style. Are those blue eyes ? Just stunning.

[@Empathywriter]

Goals. Simply put. Goals. The artistry, the imagination, the significance, the vibrancy, colors, the animation, the vivacity, the history.

[@hopegold883]

😀 Your comment totally reflects your handle. Just the words I was looking for!

[@AshaCattette]

I am in total AWE of her creative eye and process that went into creating her home. It is definitely an urban art museum in its own right and it all flows so beautifully together. I would love to be a guest in her home one day to really appreciate it in person.

[@beth.darvell]

I love that she collected art first and then bought the furniture to match the art. And it all works!

[@beccacarroll4100]

Wow those 2:40 colorful coiled spring bar stools! I need them!

[@mysecretsketchbook865]

Hiya. I arrive in Peace. However Thing about bar stools or sitting on chairs while legs are dangling down whilst eating food is, it's actually bad for health, its 1 of the reasons why people get joint pain. Your life and of the day. Peace from England UK

[@Shechatsalot]

On the wall it says "I can't ever imagine wanting to be white"

[@carlalb6182]

Crissy samuels “ I can’t ever imagine wanting to be black” what the fuck is that supposed to mean anyways!!!!!!!

[@yupthatsme5257]

Carla LB just being proud and accepting of your skin colour and the culture that’s comes with it

[@carlalb6182]

The way is was said implied disgust

[@chs75]

@@carlalb6182 www.artnews.com/2018/12/11/artist-america-built-daniel-joseph-martinez-visits-places-histories-ongoing-critique-united-states/

[@msnandimarie7023]

@@carlalb6182 To be honest I think the home owner was alluding to having "white walls" - that's why her home is so colorful and whimsical. I think we ALL should be happy with how we were created and be proud of who we are. After all we are all in this thing together (on earth) and we all want to be happy and I would think get along with folks of ALL cultures.

[@melaniereginaedwardscarter9469]

I love how she decorated her home it's very unique and beautifully done.

[@jonathancerda-rowell1697]

Oh I love the mural on the back patio! I love that graphic colorful 90s style of it featuring the young black girls playing. I can imagine her daughters playing there when they were kids!

[@angelaberni8873]

Absolutely brilliant !!! So personal and not afraid to show it. That is what makes a house a HOME !!!

[@greyjohnson4578]

Despite how eclectic the mixture of art there is it stays cohesive, clean, and not overly busy. Love the house

[@msnandimarie7023]

Baldwin Hills is the Black Beverly Hills. Amazing real estate!

[@ashleewithers381]

Also Ladera Heights

[@chs75]

And View Park.

[@msnandimarie7023]

@@chs75 Yes indeed. I have friends who live in View Park. Also Windsor Hills is a beautiful area. PRIME real estate.

[@MH-et4bo]

bailey1950 rich black folk.

[@ruthp4277]

more like this please!!

[@fitch0304]

OMG! I love this so much, and her home is amazing!

[@thecrucialchick9550]

I’d be so happy waking up in a house like this every morning!

[@cleosavana4961]

Pleaseee make these longer ;)

[@Xyz123Etc..]

Surprised nobody left a comment to shout out her daughter lol. What an awe-inspiring home and art tour lol. Very cool artwork.

[@marjorie989]

Love, love, love this home and the art...fantastic! Thank you for opening up your home and sharing, what a treat!

[@MR-tn5kv]

Love her, love her collection and how much she enjoys the art in her space.

[@MARIOLANZO]

The art in this space is amazing. I'd love to live there. Congrats to the owner!

[@Sunshine-zm1fx]

This is so sweet and adorable. I could watch one of these every single day.

[@shantelrscott]

This home is Art it’s a masterpiece in itself. Beautiful and vibrant.

[@crunkchick1102]

This home truly brought a smile to my face. What a fun and inspiring home! Their family is gorgeous.

[@HopeesWorld]

This is really beautiful and Inspiring. As a child artist like me, it motivates me to be more creative. I love how she put together all her art collection. The color , the painting and the women around her house just amazing. ❤❤❤❤

[@shawnise311]

Let me say this again, this is ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! I LOVE THIS!

[@Shantased]

BEAUTIFUL JUST BEAUTIFUL THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR WONDERFUL HOME OF ARTWORKS

[@peacefulpossum2438]

What an unbelievably exuberant outdoor space! I love love love it! And the kitchen is so fun.

[@natashasemrau3670]

Very Technicolor!! A lovely display of Art. Living in this house Is a pleasure for the eyes.💐🌹🌷🌺🌸🌺🌷🌷🌹💐💐💐🌹🌹🌸🌸🌸🌻🏵🌸🌸🌸🌺🌺🌺💐💐💐💐🌹🌹🌷🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌼💮💮💮🌸

[@msnandimarie7023]

I love the kitchen and her artwork is phenomenal.

[@azurieone3002]

Amazing home!!!...Very unique, bright & colorful!!

[@nikkihines3652]

You rocked this sister. Nice to see colors and creativity 👏🏽👏🏽🤗

[@shiwan45]

I'm speechless I love this home with all the murals of art and colors . I've always wanted a velvet purple sectional sofa and looking at your home inspires me to add all my favorite colors to my home and the murals of art also .

[@OddWeird461]

Do whatever makes you happy. It's your home and should make you feel good.

[@UniquelyLesley]

What an amazing home! Beautiful ❤️

[@rebeccamccrady4966]

Loved the tour. Plus your stories. Using so many different ARTIST was surely a "plus".

[@MiniM69]

So cool! Thank you for honoring our artists in your home .

[@charisse.c]

I love everything about this house. I need to step up my game with the art collecting. Beautiful!

[@goodboybuddy1]

What a happy house! Thanks

[@Vampira2430]

Absolutely an amazing home !!!!💗

[@chey.ennemueller]

This is just incredible. This home is amazing - I am inspired. Thank you for sharing!

[@sollunaystars]

I LOVE it! More of this content please + thanks!

[@katf57]

Wow. This is absolutely beautiful.

[@AndrewLaSane]

Best episode yet!

[@Momma_AL]

That knife holder! 🙌🏽❤️😲

[@winterlongmire501]

Absolutely amazing

[@pieterwolt1245]

Amazing video, thanks for another point of view, great you diversified

[@Kandinicolespeaks]

Omg, I love this one! What an amazing home!

[@StylesbyNancy]

Omg! This is EVERYTHING!

[@valvacious2793]

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS. very inspirational.

[@woin9361]

The art above the curved reflective sideboard is my fave piece! I also love the living room pouf side tables in the wax print. The video reminded me of Wes Anderson a bit!

[@kinoko510]

Incredible home. Love it

[@Ofa337]

I LOVE this on so Many Levels!!

[@brigittesiegenthaler-ritsc3516]

Dear Joy Sooo lovely, beautiful and special how You made Your home...it touches my heart...lots of greetings from switzerland, Brigitte

[@angelbaby1811]

Her sense of style and comfort with who she is inspires me to just go for it. Her home is phenomenal.

[@sallymorgan5357]

Stunning!

[@refillcans707]

I thought they might shy away from showing the Daniel Martinez; pleasantly surprised they showed it in full

[@drouinjohnny9036]

Love love.....i collect Folk Art and I love that raw energy....💗

[@aylinanik]

She is increadible ! Her home is so personal & so vivid

[@susanswanson7757]

Your house is awesome!

[@Princesshelyne]

Beautiful✨

[@wandasanders6885]

The way that she has mastered the use of color on a white canvas is incredible. Her taste is impeccable and her home is exquisite. Beautifully done.❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@traviswooten5872]

Fabulous. Creatively brilliant.

[@maplecookies2036]

Absolutely Fabulous ❤

[@kimberlykimble2]

I love this space. ❤

[@SAnderson54]

This home is sensational & tasteful in every way imaginable.

[@tania0070]

Absolutely love it!!

[@yumekai1]

can't think of any other word to this describe this other than WONDERFUL.

[@Natalie12768]

I’m loving the use of hydraulic lifts as seating!

[@foxamazing8942]

Love your home!!!

[@adorate1515]

Love this profile! Her home is stunning :)

[@shawnise311]

I LOVE THIS!!! I LOVE THIS!!! I LOVE THIS!!!

[@beverlyjohnson194]

Thank you Thank you THANK YOU!

[@ofeaguilar7664]

Definitely inspiring

[@catherinecampbell1215]

Her house is lovely and interesting. I always like to see homes when they are not just neutral colors.

[@troianoleonardo]

Gosh what an AMAZING woman. And also gorgeous, just like her fabulous home.

[@bronzebeauty295]

Love it!!! 😍

[@jills3124]

That kitchen is the opposite of what's considered "Chic" today and i absolutely love it - it's so fun - it inspires creativity - oozes out joy!

[@CatskillsGrrl]

Magical home. What a vision!

[@creativityofcolor]

I love the kitchen & the mural outside!!

[@EugeniaMarshall]

This is so inspiring

[@namaste91]

This is wonderful and very tasteful

[@SincerelyKimmy]

I am in love with this home!

[@acquanellaogbemudia9930]

Awesome Beautiful Thanks for this Video very informative

[@TerraLyn]

Love the vibrancy!

[@donaldraife8099]

Beautiful

[@MTDNPHILLY]

I love her home.

[@laurae2489]

I love it!

[@SalkisRe]

This is amazing. I can see my art in her home. She is so cute and girly and eclectic!

[@keishaj.6294]

Yoooooooo!!! If "Say it loud, I'm black and I'm PROUD!" was a home. This SCREAMS, I AM BLACK, VIBRANT, AND FREEEEE!!! Sheeeeeeeesh. I LOOOOOOOVE your home Dr. Joy Simmons!!! I'd like to just sit and create in it for ONE DAY. LOL. This was beautiful. Shout to New York Magazine for featuring this VERY BLACK HOME. It gave me soooo much life and inspiration. This home was very important to see especially during the climate of 2020. Thank you!

[@MoonChild-po9du]

I love the kitchen It's playful happy

[@kalot.viamklassik6164]

Luv her Presentation 😍

[@franceselizabeth7601]

Amazing 😍😍😍😍

[@SuperRookie]

still one of the prettiest homes ive seen like gorgeous

[@st068825]

BEAUTIFUL HOME

[@HR-re6mr]

So interesting how she used art to her story! Love the diversity of homeowners!

[@bruceshelton1498]

Very well done Great Collection

[@IMETGODSHEBLACK]

One of my favorite collectors 🌟💐🙌🏾! We love for her to own a piece of mine one day !

[@6wasuri2]

Great feature.

[@osceolatheartist1306]

She's such a visionary

[@camilogomezkeep2324]

I wann be her friend.