Inside Bryce Dallas Howard’s Charming New York Cottage | Open Door | Architectural Digest

Today, Architectural Digest is welcomed by Bryce Dallas Howard to tour her charming cottage in New York. Growing up in Connecticut and falling in love with her husband at NYU, the East Coast is full of happy memories for the 'Argylle' star, so it made perfect sense as a retreat from the LA working life. The couple had their hearts stolen by a quaint 18th-century replica cottage. Inspired by legends Jane Austen and Wes Anderson, Howard enlisted the help of designer and family friend Claire Thomas to brighten the previously dark interiors, injecting each room with vibrant colors and fabrics. But what makes the home truly special are the familial touches, from her grandmother’s extensive depression glassware collection to the piano she learned to play as a child. “In the end it became so much less about aesthetics and more about the place we spend our lives…It’s beautiful to be in a space where I’m able to dream about a future.”
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Director of Photography: Eric Brouse
Editor: Alex Mechanik
Talent: Bryce Dallas Howard
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Line Producer: Joe Buscemi
Associate Producer: Chloe Leung; Josh Crowe
Production Manager: Melissa Heber
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[@Itsmy2cent]

I have the red hair too…,,Always wanted to marry Dallas…..but alas 😢. She is just beautiful and something special. No simping. Just is what it is.

[@sarahjo5227]

What brand is the leather chair in her living room?

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[@tracyscott2887]

No one gives this woman credit but she is insanely GORGEOUS.

[@SRose-vp6ew]

She would be gorgeous in a movie where they actually celebrated femininity and domesticity. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a romantic comedy that’s also a modern classic aesthetic of how some of us really do live. Her house reminds me a lot of my house. And I definitely don’t have the same budget as her, but our houses have the same look.

[@SRose-vp6ew]

Actually the movie mom‘s night out. It’s not a romantic comedy, it doesn’t quite have the aesthetic I’m talking about, but it’s a wholesome mom comedy that celebrates domestic femininity and family love. We need more healthy movies like that.

[@moronfromouterspace2972]

Yeah i know what you mean..I too also enjoy Red-Headed Hardcore Ginger Pornography.

[@laurants]

Yes, but those jeans don't showcase how thicc she really is.

[@user-lu7pt3ue9q]

Lovely, with a special vintage charm, refreshing chosen colors, I enjoyed this tour so much 🌷Thank you🌷

[@noaaa7]

Oh I love it when we get houses with actual history in this series! With details and textures and charm, none of that hypermodern sterile stuff.

[@clairedelune]

Rita Ora’s tour 😍

[@eddyalvarez8351]

Well she has taste alright she was raised that way which is fabulous ❤

[@jamako732]

I often find these super celebrity houses quite over-the-top, but this is actually beautiful.

[@tomasoberhuber7697]

Exactly!!! :).

[@chrisandrews3979]

It's probably because she is not living in the Hollywood area. Those houses always feel more like art pieces than actual homes.

[@cheowweikoay2601]

Yes!

[@LeeoGoneWild]

It’s so ugly, are you for real??

[@neptunians]

it is very lovely how she always mentioned the grandmothers and relatives. she sure has a big family.

[@rocb5473]

She seems like a really sweet person

[@jonnyfendi2003]

Uh shes a nepo baby smh

[@redbrick1976]

​@@jonnyfendi2003Yes, we should just send her to the back of the line 😉

[@Taradhish]

​@@jonnyfendi2003 yeah like you wouldn't take advantage of that of you were in her shoes, hypocrite 😊

[@lissaallan]

​@@jonnyfendi2003 does being a nepotism baby mean she can't be sweet, care about her family or mention them?

[@user-pp1yp2ig4j]

Not only is Bryce Dallas Howard VERY talented, she just seems to be a genuinely happy person! What a REALLY nice thing to see!

[@Zanagash]

This looks like a house that people actually live in ! This house has a soul ! Amazing !

[@jj-if6it]

She's so lucky to have so many of her grandmother's things. How special

[@debbiesellers4494]

One of my faves. Love her use of color at a time when homes are so void of it. It was done perfectly and I could move in and not change a single thing😊

[@IdyllicChange]

Her laugh is infectious 😄

[@Ayurveduh]

I literally thought that was a fake laugh because of Nosedive. She really laughs like that😂😳❤️

[@segunda_parte]

Yes, very infectious 💖💖

[@laurants]

As is her thiccness.

[@lukasbocek4344]

@@Ayurveduhexactly!! :)))

[@marionandrews176]

The house is just as beautiful and down-to-earth as she is.

[@Lyonessi]

Keeping the dolls that her grandma made around the house is very heartwarming. I saw a little girl in her for a moment.

[@maggiemcdonald6934]

This house is why America loves the Howard family. Relatable! Stunning but accessible, films and homes!!!

[@BeatingHeartland]

This seems like the kind of space that would still look gorgeous and feel somewhat peaceful and comfortable even after it's thoroughly lived-in.

[@CherrysMC]

I have never seen a house match a person quite so well, it seems SO her. Just perfect!

[@fa6534]

Finally, a house with personality. None of that beige and white sterile homes. Love it

[@kelco64]

Doesn’t it show what Dallas is all about? She is very grounded in family, and memories. ❤

[@a27680]

This house is so nice. And is a very, very "normal", relatable house.

[@cestusfr]

It is like a tiny doll house. I loved every bit of it! It is soothing.

[@paulaadams1765]

I love Bryce’s style with each room having its own personality. Very cozy with simple lines, none of that over the top decor. I especially love her stove and her large chair to snuggle up in and read a book.

[@EdgarAllanJo]

*The loud, joyful laughter and huge grin when she sunk back into the lounger was simply wonderful!* 💕

[@sadie513]

As someone who loves pastel colours, this house is perfection! Love how they used colours to define areas and also added wallpapers and window blinds for added effect.

[@Seoulsearch616]

I love how Bryce always seems very down to earth. ❤️

[@sbrooks729]

The complete opposite of Hilly

[@IHMadeThis]

This is exactly the type of house I would expect Bryce Dallas Howard to live in.

[@jonimead5604]

So personal and cozy. Loving all the pattern, colors and textures. No detail missed. 🩵💛💚

[@isle143]

We love Bryce! She is so authentic. Thank you AD for featuring her. House is amazing. 🩵

[@melissaf00]

Her entire house literally looked like Wes Anderson movie and I absolutely love it! Each room is themed on different pastel colours

[@emilyrule8550]

This might be my favorite house AD has ever shown! Every room is absolutely gorgeous. Her taste is impeccable!

[@skylermchale6462]

Completely agree

[@meandthemomeraths]

I love the “sense and sensibility” room and the pink office and suite! 😍 this house is so beautiful 💗

[@y2klstr871]

This style feels so wholly original to her and also so warm and a bright sort of nature to it.

[@e.mt.t9410]

House with History and Personality 👌💯❤️

[@BeauOnTheGo_DC]

This is great! I grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and lived in a house exactly like this (in us the updates). Lots of history including a fireplace wall, hidden alcoves in the basement and along the stairwells, and 35 acres of forest to explore. An amazing way to grow up.

[@rocioiruntv]

Hidden alcoves sounds like a dream

[@SabineBlair]

I love that it looks like she actually lives there! What a sweet warm woman she is!

[@tinasesselmann8170]

What I really love about this house is that it was remodeled while paying homage to the vibe of the house. It isn't my personal style, but I love how the integrity of the house stayed intact, unlike other houses where the souls are ripped out to turn it into something else entirely.

[@ingmarvanderhoek6314]

This is a nice, colorful and comfortable house with more books and records than tv screens. I like it a lot. Very personable host as well.

[@kimberly6497]

She seems very down to earth, and she is an INCREDIBLE actor.

[@_moonix]

Director too!

[@kimberly6497]

@@_moonix Oh, wow. I had no idea she was a director. What movies has she directed?

[@skatedurr]

@@kimberly6497 star wars, google it bruh

[@andathearcher]

@@kimberly6497she also directed a Star Wars movie

[@The_daughter_of_Lilith]

I absolutely adore her and how much respect she has for the actual house. It’s an extension of her, not an actual object. LOVE LOVE LOVE.

[@user-dr2yz8um3d]

I love Bryce still to this day The Village was my first introduction to her 20 years ago

[@efrngt1234]

Oh my goodness, this house is pure happiness! Simply gorgeous.

[@Syzygyzzz]

What a gorgeous house and so livable too. I love her.❤

[@gonzalohdez6294]

Love how she used the colours. Not afraid of using different palettes for different areas avoiding the kind of classic beige/white cottage style.

[@casgrotto]

her house is GORGEOUS. the COLORS!!!!?? I love

[@jmcmurrah]

Ahhhhh she had me at all the William Morris patterns! ❤

[@ambidextrousandre]

Bryce is absolutely beautiful. I love her acting and her bubbly attitude. Her house made me sigh and dream. Ty AD

[@ginacrusco234]

Gorgeous, tasteful, unique. I was relieved to see there was some blue, and then some yellow+blue, to relieve the pink+mint green palette.

[@lasagna_breath]

Joyful and tonnes of charm. Beautiful place for a family.

[@DouglasVasquez]

This is definitely one of my favorites by far

[@keremels]

I am in love with the curtains in the piano room! Wow! That entire room, actually 🤩🤩🥰🥰 The whole house OMG! So gorgeous!

[@stephaniekatich7716]

I love how colorful her house is. It’s beautiful!

[@melindaferreira9879]

Charming and comfortable feeling. Love all the nods to family memories!

[@LifeisGood-sn2qy]

My favourite AD Open Door so far. Loved how warm and welcoming this felt. Great mix of tradition and modern feels, well done!

[@sleepyparade]

the wallpapers are marvellous and i adore how excited Bryce is to share all these details 💕

[@user-yq2vu6dm5c]

Wow!! What’s a beautiful house!! It feels and looks soft and warm. Bryce herself is so charming!!

[@Erinba]

She definitely has the aura and energy of someone who has always been wealthy and has never been without. Bless her

[@crizzy8373]

The house is beautiful and reflects what a nice person she is!

[@cindee1794]

Absolutely beautiful house, they did such a great job with it! I love how they made everything look vintage and I love Bryce Dallas Howard!

[@CasaAnKanMiami]

The vibrant aesthetics and sentimental touches make it a true heaven. 🏡💖

[@lilacchocolate]

What a house of dreams!!!! 🏡😍 I love mint so the "two scoops" paint is bound to be my favourite!!! Although the guest house's yellow paint and lemon wallpaper is a gorgeous combination too!!! 🍋🥰

[@abbyralson]

I don’t like yellow at all, but even I found her use of yellow to be tasteful and lovely!

[@sheilaisom194]

This house is adorable, it reminds me of my mother. She would decorate in pink and green, her favorite color combination. Some of my house now is done in these colors. I don't think I'll ever get tired of it. It's very soothing. My favorite thing in this house is the kitchen, I would love that much room to cook all my favorite dishes.

[@sirot5561]

She gives me that really caring sweet high school teacher/ counselor vibes 🤩

[@MontanaBlue.and.Ryans.Review]

Beautifully done design even though not the typical colors used for designing rooms! It looks great in her house! I guess because the house is older and has character! ❤

[@darlenechandler2403]

What a beautiful house, loved the interiors and the family memories. Gorgeous.

[@tubenoober]

Everything is GORGEOUS about this house! Including Bryce! One of the best!

[@rainingonyourcharade]

Her giggles are both warm and contagious.

[@Apricot90]

A very sweet, ambitious but down to earth person with lots of personality that is projected on her amazing interior design. Cozy, inviting and plenty to look at.

[@mgmoemgmoe3719]

What a great house! When I searched for zoom wallpapers online yesterday, i came across interior house wallpaper designs and I thought these would not be in real life. Now I see your house and it’s so amazing and mesmerizing. It would’t be such showcased one after family members live in, but it is what a house is for and it is when it becomes lively. Thanks AD for this video.

[@krisztinafoo27]

So unique and not just all neutral. Lovely and calming .. Love it!

[@vanessahotlosz4009]

I love everything. So intentional and personal. I love the idea of making rooms in your space homages to relatives like the yellow for her husbands grandmother. 10/10

[@GenevievePepin-kx7gr]

OMG I want to live there...everything is perfect, full of history, and love!!

[@bluesquirrel3919]

Must be nice. Thanks for the tour Bryce.

[@JosieGibbsAotearoa]

Beautiful - I love the use of colour and whoever the florist is did a lovely job!!

[@laguvids]

LOVE this! The house has so much character. The lovely combination of colours, makes the house so lively. And of course Bryce Dallas Howard is gorgeous 🤍

[@valeryiarzh]

This house is so cozy ❤ The interior is amazing 😍

[@lisafield4154]

Her style is unique, I can't really come up with a descriptive word for it. I absolutely love it! Her color choices are beautiful. Very enjoyable. Thanks Bryce!!!!!!

[@user-ox4jd4sk3k]

I'm in love! Such a lovely calming atmosphere

[@Torus2112]

I love the kitchen, it's so spacious and the style is a great execution of that rustic look.

[@laurellussen3512]

What a fine place! I just love it all. Beautiful building and then. something else, every bit of the choices.

[@jennyoung586]

Love!! So charming and cozy, while still feeling fresh and chic.

[@keith930ful]

I have no words. Impeccable!

[@hannahmaria9021]

This has made it into my favorites. Easily in my top 5 this house is so charming and has so much character! Beautiful beautiful beautiful!

[@KristinMatte]

Wow. Great use of colour. Very Jane Austen. Warm. Sweet. Florals. Inviting and homey.

[@ElfainDeLeon]

I. love houses with so much personality!!! Great job. You can tel Bryce really thought everything out. It feels really personal

[@user-il5yv2kd6y]

I never knew that was your Grandmother. She is an absolute delight to watch. Your house is so beautiful .

[@Galaxie7230]

I love her ideas and style!!! Her house is just so cozy, comfy and Jane Austen-y like ❤

[@bennyfactor]

This house is beautiful and their additions to it are just as timeless as the original structure.

[@rohinikumar5985]

Love this so much. Also the brands she mentioned, though not inexpensive, are also not entirely out of reach. I love how homey and welcoming it odd

[@itsblitzzz]

Wow she is beyond gorgeous!!! So is the house!

[@kelizabethg1]

This is my all time favorite house. It’s so peaceful and joyful.❤

[@IHateWearingBra]

Wow! What a wonderful house. Thank you!

[@kiribirdie]

I love the pink and green and how you did things to remind you of your grandmothers.

[@IrfanArio95]

This is truly beautiful! Definitely one of the best house I've seen, so much characters and colours ❤

[@sawdust2556]

I totally get the “Sense and Sensibility” of it all, Bryce! So glad you went with it and Grandma’s awesome depression glass!❤ “Meet Cute” and “Two Scoops” forever! I’d move in in a heartbeat!

[@TheEmjane12]

Stunning. Keeping history alive. You can feel the hands that made that house, and the Wes Anderson touch is a cherry on top. 🥹❤️

[@extofer]

Just a gorgeous house. Nothing too flashy. Feels lived in. Has wallpaper that actually looks cute. Also Bryce has an adorable laugh.

[@shanepatterson8946]

This house or cottage just is nice and cozy and breathe taking

[@ginadillon2072]

Loved it and she is just the sweetest!

[@TheClaraChandra]

The Wes Andersoon room is heavenly! Her whole house is so pretty

[@hannanesaken7320]

I wanna live in that sun room! That was so dreamy! Also this is the first house I love all its wallpapers!

[@a.j.4644]

There's so much about Bryce and the house I could mention, but I had the biggest "Stars: They're Just Like Us" moment when she talked about the tiny Grecian bud vase she bought online thinking it was a bigger one. Same same. 😅

[@klingertam1]

Simply. Lovely.