Inside J Balvin's Japanese Design-Inspired Mansion | Open Door | Architectural Digest

Today reggaeton superstar J Balvin welcomes Architectural Digest for a tour of his tranquil Colombian home. Medellín-based design firm 5 Sólidos completely gutted the existing structure, reimagining the space as a serene, understated pavilion. Elements like blackened wood siding and shoji-like framed linen doors and screens point to the influence of Japanese aesthetics. Warm planes of French oak wrap the interiors, coupled with an array of pared-down modern furnishings. In fact, the palette is only interrupted by an eruption of color in J Balvin’s closet, where about 850 pairs of sneakers are displayed in what could pass for the world’s dopest shoe museum.
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[@flamincj3621]

Bbb

[@plumpchicken6147]

“The whole place is a piece of art so we didn’t put art inside”

[@elliottsdreaming]

Such a hard quote.

[@billbuffett2092]

He is bisexual

[@sauceontop6679]

@@billbuffett2092 no one asked

[@carolsworld6146]

@@billbuffett2092 nobody cares

[@rgam7958]

That’s a bar.

[@medicmandan2554]

"Nothing here says JBalvin...Here is José." *Everyone liked that*

[@xhaQ]

„Nothing here says J Balvin“ Except for the Street Fighter x J Balvin collabo sweater he‘s wearin

[@thatbeaatcch9884]

John Patrick I mean it’s a pretty sick sweater lol

[@TONYPORJ]

I don't really folly jbalvin, but he speaks truth here. Most of the people has that separate space they have for themselves. He's cool. I love the house. But I really want to watch the second phase he's talking about.

[@anphil5033]

American rappers should learn something from this guy

[@lolilolin]

Best quote.

[@jeninacusay2222]

Others: here is my beautiful thousand dollar painting from blah blah. Jbalvin: trees, a small tree, another tree

[@BloodyMangle]

Jbalvin: my boys, my dogs, heres my boy Enzo

[@BloodyMangle]

@Cheap good quality nobody is reading that

[@ainbintiazlan4579]

Jbalvin: 100 years bonsai ✌️

[@kevinstaats3293]

That 100year bonsai is something i can never afford

[@ainbintiazlan4579]

@@kevinstaats3293 he definitely flexing in a smooth way 😅

[@juanpinilla9813]

This the literal meaning of never judge a book by its cover

[@Eric-oq2yu]

G eazy tour was like that too

[@mayar_2192]

"It's not a place to show off, It's a place for my soul to rest" ... Damn

[@nisamaci]

I had to replay that part real quick

[@gracefields2831]

I loved that line. Beautiful

[@Msseahorse6]

If I could I would ;,D

[@Avaaaw]

But then the closet... can your soul really rest if it’s still attached to material things ...?

[@GDL364]

Sarah .G the whole house is a material thing. You have to be poor to be at peace? Make it make sense.

[@daisynguyen933]

I love that he is not using the Japanese style to be aesthetic. He truly loves and respects the Japanese culture and style.

[@woe6994]

It’s literally just a style.

[@AllenHanPR]

@@woe6994 Bonsai is not a style it's a culture.

[@peps1943]

He called it "Japanese vibes" loll. Cultural appropriation 101 ahaha. Literally just for aesthetic.

[@Homer-OJ-Simpson]

Explains why he has a song called Ginza. He loves Japan

[@shygod1494]

@@peps1943 what’s the problem with taking inspiration from a different culture? Or are you just another brainless twitter drone spouting whatever garbage you hear?

[@mjz22]

I’ve never seen a comment section this nice. I swear j balvin is such a humble guy I really enjoyed hearing what he had to say

[@hopper6094]

I agree

[@ninacuyi]

Narcolombian

[@clara793]

well... who could imagine that the most elegant house EVER shown in this channel belongs to J Balvin... just AMAZING

[@nicolasruiz9955]

Lol.

[@lolilolin]

Lol i know. Crazy best taste ever

[@biancasantiago2958]

Right! Shook

[@darwinwtt6922]

He has taste

[@abraza321]

You kidding right have you seen american basketball players houses

[@fredichon]

This one is literally one of the best ever featured on AD. No fancy schmancy shark pool or 3 gazillion bottles wine cellar yet it’s so peaceful and elegant.

[@henriquebatista1522]

I was thinking the same! It's different from all the places that I saw around here! I think he has a really good sense of style with that house and he seemed cooler now!

[@leechandler3651]

agree

[@thelittlethings678]

couldn't agree more!

[@fredichon]

Paolo Albertini Well I have to disagree about that. The set of values conveyed by Japanese culture and this type of housing is less disturbing than French Renaissance castles filled with fake royalty / aristocracy. If he subscribes to the whole Japanese vibe and aesthetic, good for him. Who cares if he has blue hair? He seems like a real down-to-earth guy...

[@Wildernessoutside]

@@fredichon I thought that no gimmicks about his house just very clean design in beautiful surroundings

[@kaoutermouslimhaliba7145]

He is nothing like the character he sells, no drinking, likes to be away from people, loves the nature vibe, only family , plain ans simple house, the Japanese atyle is absolutely beautiful, and not having tv. And he still fears his mom will ground him!! interesting lol

[@sarrinahjawed7047]

he seems so humble I love that

[@brianthornton8781]

He does have a tv lol

[@kaoutermouslimhaliba7145]

@@brianthornton8781 he said in the video he doesn't have a TV there.

[@brianthornton8781]

@@kaoutermouslimhaliba7145 what was that tv in the master bedroom then? Lol

[@kaoutermouslimhaliba7145]

@@brianthornton8781 Which minute??

[@yarjirobe]

i just realised this youtube series are actually the new MTV Cribs, but with class

[@theholeintheground503]

I remember that show, some houses were actually absurd.

[@alanaz918]

9

[@OBITOMAJIN]

I’m house I’m class

[@princessjoymillani2054]

Oh my gosh, that is so true!! 🤣💫

[@harshsonawane6076]

This was literally the most therapeutic and elegant house of them all

[@BLXYDE]

"japanese" lends itself to that. made me so happy

[@hanneshendigl6026]

I almost finished architecture and i agree with you, but in my opinion it is a bit cold and without emotion like a prison

[@cinnamon9032]

@@hanneshendigl6026 rly? I felt it so calming, well we all have different opinions

[@kisukeurahara5023]

Couldn’t agree more

[@meh3997]

@@cinnamon9032 its like kanye's house but done right

[@elisha-elisha1101]

Wow, didn’t see this coming. So humble “I don’t like to flex... no television... my babies are my dogs, I don’t drink, my family does...” Beautiful taste... and humble person.

[@mrlastname8494]

He has a tv in his room lol

[@retr0474]

al regas wtf dude

[@lilmedd1016]

@@alregas4046 what's your problem ?

[@bantagamers6927]

His Voice is soul resting

[@ncisgal4eva92]

@@mrlastname8494 as well as sake lol

[@deh23]

house: * beautiful * balvin: look at this tree

[@Cristinavpsss]

underrated comment

[@coagulatedsalts4711]

a man after my own heart T-T

[@danurkresnamurti3598]

What is name if tree inside his house?

[@NankiSingh]

😂😂😂😂

[@petertheoneandonly9752]

A house should connect you to its surroundings.

[@amarisb7596]

a lot of rich people are so tacky and they get 'minimalist'/ultra-modern art and architecture because they think it makes them look classy, but it just makes their homes look cold and lifeless. he really understands minimalism and he understands how to make a home warm yet classy and modern at the same time without all of it being in your face. i like it.

[@StripedJacket]

Dude you’re so judgy 😂 Minimalist & “ultra-modern art” as you called it also look nice and aesthetic

[@erickabuthia3213]

Dude said, "It's a place for my soul to rest", does not drink, does not have vanity goods in the house and what he considers art is a 100 year old Japanese tree? My goodness! I am such a fan of him as an individual. I can tell he is one person who you can have a fulfilling conversation about life and learn a lot.

[@gabbsvlastname8350]

Eric Kabuthia hahaha good joke my bro😂 j balvin has nothing intersting in his brain

[@user-ju6zx3rm8d]

you must have missed all the sneakers, hoodies, and so on. Moron

[@erickabuthia3213]

@@gabbsvlastname8350 ahahahaha cooome oonn!!

[@edissonpegram5505]

that's a big definitely

[@ninacuyi]

Nah, just a good manager and counsilors.

[@rociovaldiviesoaguado5477]

As an architecture student, I can say that he has an impecable taste. One of the few celebrities that treat architecture as it should be. Absolutely loved this place.

[@avaprod.8622]

Well most celebrities just buy furnished houses, he didn’t come up with the interior design

[@p4u7y]

Impeccable

[@Yommi20000]

Same thing here and I agree aswell

[@dieguismama2330]

You know he didn't actually design it himself.

[@rociovaldiviesoaguado5477]

AVA prod. I know that there’s an architecture studio behind the design (4 Sólidos, you should check there projects, they are amazing) but just by the way he talks, you can see he was really involved into the designing process

[@xvikxpunx]

I loved that AD told him behind the cameras to ask them to leave like usual, but he was like "I don't want to say goodbye, you can stay here if you want, Imma leave but you can stay here if you want, is you house, I have manners man, I cannot be like: get out of here"

[@Wil_Dasovich]

This definitely my favorite house tour I ever seen on AD. Ima built something like this in the next 5 years promise!

[@user-xt7zs7tn1c]

🙄

[@735164]

Mine too. It’s just amazing. Everything about it 😍

[@jamesleonard1967]

good luck. here's hoping u get tons of money legally

[@arturocostantino623]

I hope you do!

[@oceanlover1318]

I BELIEVE YOU WILL!🌷🌷🌷🧚🏿‍♀️

[@felixk.4135]

Never knew someone with loud colours have such a minimalistic house.

[@avaprod.8622]

Well most celebrities just buy furnished houses, he didn’t come up with the interior design

[@BathalaBeril]

@@avaprod.8622 didn't you watch, he said he was heavily involved in designing the house because he wanted it to be a place he can relax

[@avaprod.8622]

@@BathalaBeril yes but he had an interior desginer with him. He didn't just come up with the design on his own

[@mkelly2585]

That’s probably why he does loud colors. Because his house isn’t

[@TheStepmonkey]

AVA prod. That’s obvious, he’s not an interior designer, duh. But as a client he was involved in the final decisions of the design.

[@ddelewski5181]

how JBalvin describes his house says a lot about what he values, YES!

[@GradietPanda12345]

It is his house

[@billbuffett2092]

He has no values. Balvin hates Shakira and Rihanna

[@lexiemalo]

He’s New York apt is where all the art and collections are

[@stephaniewu6164]

now how does he describe his house's closet full of clothes. that will talk about his values too right

[@glipk]

Yup not a huge fan of his music but I dig his style

[@bgcm1995]

I ALWAYS come back to this house for motivation when I'm feeling down or just need a boost to keep my work going. This is a dream house right here.

[@DZ-bj3yx]

You’ll get there!! NEVER settle for average

[@ms.smccreath5176]

I love how you stated this. Honestly i didn't know I needed this

[@alittlebitofjessica]

Never. Give up.

[@dg-qn5mi]

Omg same

[@tora3584]

YES SAME! we gon make it fam😤

[@45yuchon64]

I‘m Japanese. This house is a wonderful Japanese-style house without any sense of incongruity. Thank you for your respect for Japanese culture. 🇯🇵🗻🗼⛩🎎🍣🌸

[@mctpmhdlgp]

As an Asian watching him walking in the house without shoes is R-E-S-P-E-C-T

[@Youngboyfan42069]

Americans might be the only people on planet earth who wear shoes in the house 🤮

[@woo5915]

Hispanics do the same as asians

[@Mari-qx8hm]

No Hispanic wears shoes in the house only if they are white washed

[@kevinrodriguez9659]

Yeah, I’m Mexican. My mom would whoop me when I had shoes in the house lol specially if she just finished cleaning

[@pastelmacaroon]

@@Youngboyfan42069 excuse me? A bunch of asians wear shoes inside LOL

[@RizkyAna]

Not his fan, but his taste and the fact that he doesn't drink alcohol make me want to listen more to him. He is unexpectedly humble, sophisticated and simple ..

[@kelvinddiaz]

his album Vibras is a masterpiece, you should check it

[@rabt5926]

I am sorry but the relation of non alcohol and your music taste relation is just stupid.

[@user-fy5ey4gf4h]

Rizkyana Casonato What does it matter if he doesn’t drink alcohol?

[@alejandrachavez3499]

No jajaja

[@trufany]

That’s even worse to me. His music talks about drinking and is played in places where people are meant to drink. 🤷🏽‍♀️ it’s just weird

[@johnnwith2ns464]

Mans got multi-million reggaeton career but still afraid of getting grounded by his mom

[@pandamoniumpodcast6044]

Doesn’t matter how old you get, momma is to be respected hahaha. That chancla is powerful!

[@ramonmj9850]

@Monica Dominguez even indians also no matter where they go they touch their parents feet before starting the day respect

[@anantdubey8315]

@Monica Dominguez asians can relate😂😂

[@lailaandu3165]

time stamp?

[@mapauguz]

He’s not a rapper. His music is reggaeton

[@suzikim7770]

I didn't think I had a "dream home" until I saw this. The entire place is perfection.

[@tora3584]

literally!!! I love it so much

[@sofiavelueta28]

j Balvin: “The less the Better” His closet: “Nah, I don’t think so”

[@ifun666]

I had to stop the video at this point just to see if someone else was shook by this duality. Glad to see that people still react to inconsistancy. :)

[@chongyaolim3011]

also j balvin "cant let my mom see this" 0.0

[@EnlightenedBeing33]

That's nothing compared to the amount of items other celebrities have. He probably just loves to collect shoes. I swear people find anything to complain about.

[@sadaf3471]

His songs and his personality are from two different worlds

[@AscensionMultidimensional]

Yes. It is a lie. Not congruent

[@gringotico1759]

@@AscensionMultidimensional Or, it's a way to get away from it and relax?

[@xperiatgamer9573]

@@AscensionMultidimensional you seem to know alot about him

[@dubstepjuan]

eso lo hace aun mas cool

[@emilyventura9443]

Not really. J balvin does more than just reggaeton. He shows a whole culture and embraces it and he squeezes all of the beauty of Latin community. He is very into our culture and loves it passionately. If you pay enough attention to his music and style you notice he makes art. When he was young he was part of the culture but j balvin grew to understand his own culture and take the beauty of it, work from it from a very artistic view. He is amazing.

[@sarina6850]

"I don't like to flex it's not really my style. I do have a few toys here thpugh. My two babies are the most important ones ..look! My dogs!" Awww my heart.

[@fatman2124]

As someone who lived in Japan for over 10yrs, finally a Japanese inspired house that actually gives you a feeling of Japan. Most of the time when I see "Japanese inspired", it normally means a postmodern style house with a bonsai tree & some "Japanese" art.

[@piggwu]

Imagine trying to rob this house and you don’t know about the hidden rooms.

[@sudiksha.ananthraman]

I'd watch this video and then go to rob:p

[@feelslike4am62]

I wouldn’t even find the house with all those trees ..he lives in a freaking forest!

[@JesusGonzalez-mj5fn]

Sudiksha Ananthraman lmaooo

[@c3ntral_byrd]

FAX

[@YusuffYT]

The rooms filled with samurai swords ready to make a ramen out of you

[@goodboid]

Holy smokes, that's a tastefully done home.

[@camiloaux46]

It really is normally reggaetón singers don’t have a good Taste but balvin really does!!!

[@Jackben1mble]

Goodness, it's so clean.

[@garygary7550]

Tasteful, curated, strong values applied throughout design. Thoughtful. Inspired. Gorgeous.

[@AdrianAspra]

camilo aux where tf do you get that from lmao

[@xenaprincess44]

camilo aux that’s a stupid assumption

[@jeffreysantana6861]

Some may have not noticed but the two big dogs are Akita! also from Asian culture, everything from the house to the plants to the dogs and even his attitude is paying homage to the Japanese culture. This video gave me a new respect for him.

[@Kate-kz2vv]

I was wondering what type of dog that was!

[@ms89778]

I think latino culture is very similar to asian culture in so many ways that it makes sense

[@TheMisslouise79]

@@ms89778 on which way?

[@ms89778]

@@TheMisslouise79 maybe attitudes towards nature, cultural resemblences like being polite to the point of shyness towards strangers. Is my belief anyways, and then there's the physical resemblence of course our cultures are conected since the first sapiens to arrive in America where east Asians

[@Kitty8791]

@@TheMisslouise79 Consider the Philippines, which was initially colonized by Spain and significantly influenced the culture.

[@goudjomichel]

Man this gave me a lot of respect for him. It's crazy how attractive a person becomes after you know their inner self.

[@alvarocastillo2825]

“My life is colorful in my inside, but my place has to be more relaxed.” - J Balvin. That man is a genius.

[@erika-mg4gq]

His clauset describes his personality

[@youngking5806]

Why genius? He just has enough money to do whatevers he wants.

[@erika-mg4gq]

@@youngking5806 just like me 😄👉👉 😥

[@gabyisabel4640]

Elon musk is a genius. He just wants a calm play to lay his head after a hectic life of being a celebrity, chill lmao😂

[@Purple-up1ji]

Never imagined that he would have such minimalist house after listening to his songs😂😂😂

[@carolramirez5502]

Si necesita regueton dale

[@sebastianrgarro5522]

That was my first thought 🤣

[@marianaramirez3828]

Everyone with money have the same house bcuz they all want the same style. Not like they really "design" it.

[@RafaelGonzalez88888]

im 100% sure thats not his only house.. prolly has around 10 tho

[@lulalaxxxx5620]

IKR

[@ms.neuroticv6594]

"It's a place not to show off but a place for my soul to rest" that is what a home is supposed to be

[@2pkjs1351]

One of the few minimalist homes I actually like from a celeb, other thing I appreciate it how in touch with nature he is and just enjoying life without added distractions

[@muhammadzinc5228]

as an Asian dude who loves Colombian culture, man, it makes me happy that J Balvin appreciates Japanese culture

[@AndreaPirlo888]

Me alegra saber que te gusta la cultura Colombiana, yo amo Japon espero volver otra vez 🇨🇴🤜🤛🇯🇵

[@genifamachute457]

His house is dope and beautiful, is not empty like Kim K , is more comfy and warm . More like peaceful and get away vibe , I loved it .

[@KNChannel269]

This is what Kimye were going for but they ended up with a dry shell

[@blackpanther6149]

Kims house is really not a place Id be friends with

[@manniesreactionchannel3808]

Genifa Machute Right!

[@ivanoov3285]

@@blackpanther6149 ???

[@48mavemiss2]

Tbh if I had that many kids I’d want an empty house too, imagine all the expensive stuff that would break lol 😆 it makes sense though that these stars want minimalist homes with all the craziness outside their homes.

[@krisjennerisreal]

"I don't like to flex, that's not my style" my respect for him: 📈📈

[@ninaxfresagabs]

Smart man to separate Jose from J. Balvin, as a person so constantly bombarded with people knowing him as a persona and not a person it’s important for his mental health at the end of the day. Props.

[@briandavidofficial]

Top 40 artist who isn't trying to flex on everyone. RARE GEM.

[@ITSJOYBOI]

That's we love him🙏🏻🇨🇴

[@queenbetty5703]

Facts,it's beautiful to see🔥

[@Tony-rr9eo]

I hope his girlfriend is also humble if not kick her out because then she is all about the looks and not of what is more important in life.😉 He deserve some special as him!

[@JavierGarcia-xz5yr]

Fr and the fact that he keeps his dogs around his expensive cars and bikes. You don’t see other rich artists do that.

[@___mg9789]

It’s the Spanish humbleness

[@Angela-xk2jy]

I think this was the best celebrity house tour in my lifetime "The less the better" "Nature all around" "Wabi sabi" No flexing, no ego, no alcohol, multiple mention of his mom, family and friends, relaxation, even mentioned COLORING BOOKS (LOL SO CUTE), cute doggos Really love this 🖤

[@tora3584]

NO CAUSE THE COLORING BOOKS PART WAS SOOO CUTE

[@user-to8bq2pz6u]

I am so happy that knowing him and so many people from another countries are attracted by Japanese culture

[@yui-tg4nm]

I am a Japanese whose home is a temple. This house is wonderful. It is a beautiful combination of an old traditional Japanese place, modern Japanese and western style.

[@user-kw1fu1hr4l]

I’m Japanese and I wish I was living in such a nice Japanese style mansion like this. He seems to know about the value of Japanese beauty than we actually do.

[@JapanShopBrazil]

Indeed! I'm girl and was thinking of doing something similar if I ever could afford, I'm Brazilian though, love Japanese food, yoga, meditation, I like stylish and humble though, I'd add some flowers and an entire spot for growing food myself because I like fresh raw natural, a spot to read books, also a spot to come home and roll on floor relaxing like what I saw in a Japanese serie. I also don't watch TV for over 20 years now I think. I abandoned it before everyone did in my country. I love the European Victorian too, Harajuku stuff but I end up choosing place to relax. But I love movies...I'd prob have a huge screen to share with friends. I got rid of many shoes and clothings, I still think I have too much, but I thought other people would feel happier wearing them because although I loved them, I wasn't able to use them all, It honestly was the best choice...I love drinking tea and having nice different meals so prob kitchen would be nice, but bathroom would be super relaxing. But I never want to stay alone....Don't want a too big house, but necessary space to workout and maybe do some taichi training and other stuff that are healthy, friends could join! I also prefer in the nature, but I'd have a tiny starbucks cafe to make matcha frapuccino cause it's my favorite drink, haha! Right now I'm still super poor, I eat on Japanese bowl and don't use fork for the past...11 years? I got bamboo hashi. I can't own animals but wanted to adopt some to make me company. I wish best friends could always come home though...to laugh together...my entire life...I live only by myself, can't picture too big room without friends. The cinema room would be 4DX though haha....3D with moving chairs cuz I love movies for real XD

[@kolamoose8717]

Get out of the city

[@prajaktabagul7398]

Don't U think he must be having Japanese Girlfriend....from whom he must be inspired

[@zayidm3218]

People like him probably engulf himself in Japanese culture and actually hang with people who are Japanese decent. Nothing amazing at all when you are open to people in general

[@joefidji2179]

9lw

[@deiggo3877]

"The less the better" he took that motto seriously, yes

[@aniekanabasi]

Especially with the shoes

[@fishywishydishywoo]

Yup, the walk-in is the epitome of it!

[@steff8078]

i read it exactly at the same time he said it

[@nikeshinoda]

Less the better... And here's my Primark.

[@veronicazamora9858]

@@steff8078 me too!! Maybe is a message from the universe ✨

[@kenmahyu]

i love that he doesnt over exaggerate his home, yes he has a couple of guest rooms but he doesnt have unecessary things in his home. the japanese style keeps it simplistic and humble. the whole house seems quiet and reserved

[@adxnis777]

As a Japan enthusiast, I have to say it's breath taking

[@boitshepomotsumi5884]

This is one of the best homes on AD ever!, a minimalist paradise.

[@user-ju6zx3rm8d]

did you see all the motorcycles?

[@nimitha06]

Yes I liked his and Dakota Johnson house(Although she should work on furniture) .

[@HokageKyubiNaruto]

Minimalist? Dude has hundreds of shoes.

[@atishaybajpai1966]

@@HokageKyubiNaruto by minimalist he meant the house architecture and not the stuff he owns

[@babythor]

Definitely, didn’t expect this from him, refreshing take on things. Seems like a really humble guy

[@mich8462]

No, he is not.

[@burton7767]

humble???

[@stephaniewu6164]

with that closet?

[@zunesha1172]

@@stephaniewu6164 I think he means minus the closet 😂

[@victoriasierra8094]

lol he isn’t

[@arissaamir4546]

Hes so soft spoken. He sounds and walk like what a very nice would definitely be like.

[@anamarte7547]

I was reluctant to like him and his work but I can see his beautiful, stoic personality thriving in this house. It’s so relaxing and cheerful to be or see his home. Who wouldn’t be impressed? It’s somewhere to just enjoy life and be easy. Thank you for sharing this. My soul felt balanced watching this video. It’s chill but FAR from boring. His house is to inspire not just emotional balance but meaningful interactions. Awareness of you, your surroundings and of others, as opposed to always trying to escape reality like much of the media tries to do nowadays.

[@betsosgeorgetym]

"I dont wannna say goodbye to you, you can stay here if you want." "I have manners, im not like, get out of here."

[@egin8327]

I want to live with him in his beautiful house 😂😂😂

[@egin8327]

@Bubble good let's go to medellin I'm packing my bags😁

[@Youngboyfan42069]

Mans getting so lonely in quarantine 😂

[@laisayelrobert]

He's the living prove that money does NOT always change a person, so proud of who you are Jose!

[@adama1830]

Speak for yourself

[@decornationwide]

Money magnifies you

[@salifusadat3002]

no no I don’t know how I’ll react if I have this house

[@daftar2850]

Yea but, it definitely changes ur house

[@laisayelrobert]

@@adama1830 that's what I'm doing, wanna share a different point of view? Do it better then

[@2029killtime]

Usually celebrities that try too hard to come across as humble don’t seem to impress me with their taste, but honestly he genuinely seems humble and has definitely impressed me with his taste!

[@emieleode]

Japanese and Brazilian architecture are my favourites. Love how they create spaces that celebrate nature and bring tranquility to person. J Balvin's house is tastefully done, respecting Japanese culture. Has such a peaceful vibe.

[@fernandostagl5541]

Wtf is Brazilian architecture ?

[@bmyra]

​@@fernandostagl5541Learn to use Google.

[@lismayanilan52]

“i don’t like to flex, that’s not my style” MAD RESPECT. HATS OFF.

[@Zampj]

He be like, i like to sleep in different beds around the house

[@stevelamwk]

Really?That is your response after you see his massive closet?

[@coscorrodrift]

There's a testarossa and an 812 2 seconds after he says it tho lmao. that's half a milli in cars right there bruh

[@umuterdem9317]

@@coscorrodrift that was not a flex that was a fact also he immediatly changes the subject to his dogs to not to talk about the car more if he wanted to flex he could have mentioned the car for atleast two minutes yet he only described a car like that and changed the subject on purpose

[@namikat6068]

Even if you like to, is that a problem?

[@micaheucogco7017]

When he said "my two babies" i thought it was the cars, but then "my dogs" aww my heart melted.

[@nadxo]

yeah...then he has his baby's bed in the garage behind a car :/

[@mariajoserios1573]

@@nadxo I thought the same thing, he have this big house but his baby's are in the garage with a little bed lol

[@andrescarvajal8478]

Maybe they don't live there all the time, he said he lives in NY, maybe the dogs lives in another house and spend sometime there where he comes

[@ambguouuzz8923]

For someone who basically has it all, he acts like he has nothing. Very humble person

[@riturajsaikia7891]

"Why you need TV? when you have this view!" Damn 💚 Lots of love from Assam,India 💚

[@Nightaxeblade]

Mad respect after knowing that he doesn't drink alcohol

[@JoseHernandez-sw9wn]

Lol he does

[@Nightaxeblade]

@@JoseHernandez-sw9wn loool, you sure. After David Dobriks one and him saying too that he doesnt drink made me suspicious

[@josebaez8451]

RESPECT

[@JavidelValMusic]

he sings about it all every other profanity all the time though

[@ateiluj08]

So he can't blame alcohol for saying or doing stupid things😅😅😅

[@theshypersistence]

Imagine being a guest trying to find your bedroom door. Then when you do JBalvin is sleeping in your bed.

[@a7billions]

"Nothing from my career here but this is Jose" love this

[@quangle9580]

His music is for party but his personality is really chill

[@pippa_peg]

"Why do you need a TV when you have this view." Me: He's not wrong.

[@armandogalindo7412]

But can you watch a movie or play ps5 on that view? I don't think so

[@ChunkySeaCow]

@@armandogalindo7412 that would be why theres tvs in the other rooms. You can watch movies and play games anywhere. that view is one of a kind and incredible.

[@nevena7382]

"My two babies are the most important ones" *me thinking he's talking about his cars* "Look, my dogs!" 🥺

[@Autokomandic]

Da, da, da!! 😂

[@eddc1059]

I felt the same way 😭😭

[@bachelardyavo2643]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4CWin-Pqr6eaqc ♥️✨🔥

[@hopper6094]

Same lol

[@jen1fer]

this is genuinely how I want my home to be; the black, the Japanese aesthetic, and how spacious everything is! I would modernize it so that it isn't too simply and add pictures, more cabinets and such for shoes and clothes, and have a handful of things on the kitchen like espresso machines, toaster, just some kitchen essentials. I would love to have a home or even an apartment like this styled to for my liking and add a few things but I love this and I did not expect this from someone like j balvin

[@BlissBlissBliss720]

I love his vibe. I know everyone is here to impress but he’s just impressive and he lets you do whatever you want with it. I’m here for it.

[@rachelgreer3457]

I love how he owns over 100 pairs of shoes and doesn't wear a single pair in this video. He really loves this home.

[@k0nidias]

Since he's super into Japanese lifestyle it makes sense because they don't wear shoes indoors. I'm guessing the cameraperson wasn't wearing shoes either.

[@jpn6779]

It's common sense, we get shoes very dirty out, so...inside the house we shouldn't wear them.

[@yestovanilla]

I don't wear shoe's inside the my home. Your comment is stupid. I'm sure he is wearing a lot whiles on tour over the world or when out...

[@ducky5415]

i’ve never been interested in this man but his spirit is just so comforting. idk man

[@DaisyMorquecha]

right ? i think i just might just find him interesting from here on out

[@GarlicNoji]

Did you give him head in the house?

[@user-lb5ph5ke7d]

No one cares

[@DaisyMorquecha]

Kiko Lo youre so cool

[@yocelestia]

Yeah mannn, cool mann yes MANNN, MAN

[@jackchen8490]

I like how he perfectly separates his professional life as a celebrity, and his private life, in a very humble way to find his inner peace.

[@d.l.7010]

I love love his vibe!! So natural and so amusing. I never thought he would have a house like this. Good taste in blending with nature. J Balvin, u have my utmost respect!!

[@namirah5226]

The kind of musician J Balvin is, I never expected him to be so nice! He doesn't drink, hates narcissism, seeks spirituality, thinks bonsai are the best form of art out there & sculptures can never beat the nature, loves minimalism & Japan! 🤩 Best wishes for you, J Balvin! ❤️

[@caseyneistat1071]

@A why wouldn't it be? It's usually bullshitters who call other people bullshitters. The guy seems chill and is a big contrast from other rappers

[@liynne]

@A you are so clueless on how huge the american latin music market is.

[@danteg6361]

fakeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@namirah5226]

@@danteg6361 why do you care to inform me that, firstly? Why would someone waste so much of his energy & money to fool people? 😂

[@slmsmanutd]

First person to say “You can stay here, this is your house”. Such a nice guy!

[@santiagomedina4733]

Sam Loms is it the first time that you know him?

[@danielalozano2435]

Colombiano

[@mariacp5633]

Yes! Actually we colombians say that a lot, doesn’t matter if we meet you just a couple of hours ago, we threat you like a close friend or family☺️

[@melvino1526]

Mi casa es tu casa (my house is your house), is a latinamerican phrase for the hospitality we offer 🖤

[@marianaramirez3828]

I feel like most Latinos say it. In México if i where to mention "my house" i'd "your house" cuz its an invitation and a mention "my house is your house".

[@thecanadakid7622]

This might be the coolest house I've seen, everything about it. Integrated with nature, relaxation. Better than a huge flashy mansion. Most of all I like the windows with views of shrubs, plants and forest up close over the usual lawn and view. This guy really has his head right, and knows how to live very humble.

[@ariaahsan]

"my mom will.... I'll be grounded" man I love him

[@JennGomez-fb1ri]

I love his aura. He’s one refined, yet humble man. Knows luxury.

[@Musicadiamante]

Latin raised principles... humble upon anyone 👏🏻

[@R4tm1B29]

this is the most tasteful celebrity house, ever! the design firm do justice to the Japanese esthetic and btw... that 100-year-old bonsai though issa a flex

[@dontstop831]

Haha true but a tasteful flex 😂

[@sley0]

You right..for some people they doesn't realize he flexing 😂.. many viewer doesn't know it worth...100 year dam.. even His garage is not that much i guess..😂

[@d3peeto]

It’s always beautiful to see someone describing their home not house. You can tell there was a specific vision J Balvin had for his home and much props to the designers that made it possible. I can see so much beautiful detailing and attention to proportion that is hard to find in todays fast paced flashy world.

[@upekshab4137]

Imagine yourself living in this house all alone.😌 That's another type of feeling...Soo calming and beautiful house ❤️❤️

[@dcsandoval58]

I feel like this is the minimalistic style that Kim and Kanye tried but didn’t really achieve. This house looks homey, theirs just looks like they haven’t moved in

[@nbd9205]

Nah sorry but Kim and Kanye made this a trend

[@pnkvera]

NB D They made minimalistic houses a trend?

[@lauramarsiglia2012]

@@nbd9205 jajanan you are idiot if you think that kim and her husband made this style trend.why don't you study a few about architecture? I studyied 1 year architecture and i can look somethings basic concepts about the modern architecture like the natural light,the concept of huella (sorry i don't know like write it in english) but this concept wasn't made for kim this concept architecture was made for mies van der rohe like 80 years ago,and he inspirated in the chinese and japan architecture too

[@kennyagonzalez7902]

Not a fan, this is just my objective opinion: I suppose the West minimalist look isn't thattt minimalistic, but you gotta keep in my mind that they got a lot of kids and need their home to cater to the needs of their children. JBalvin is an adult, he doesn't need toys rooms or extra specifically sectioned cabinets to separate food groups and stuff like that. So yeah, keep that in mind. Personally, given the lavish lifestyle the West's used to live, and can choose to live, their now minimalist look is extremely impressive.

[@Priya-zc1mi]

@@kennyagonzalez7902 how does that make sense? They have kids so their house is more minimalistic and less homey? What?

[@mrdasilver]

"I don't wanna say bye to you guys, you can stay here if you want [...] You can stay here, it's your house [...] I have manners, man. I cannot be like, get out of here!" What a great host! He seems like a genuine, down-to-earth, humble guy.

[@Estebanmdp100]

Jose

[@empireofpeaches]

It always seemed weird/rude when AD has the guest say "get out of here". Here's Mr J Balvin with the good manners.

[@shinelleborela4075]

You know he was raised well 👏🏻

[@sim0nsix]

Colombian hospitality🇨🇴❤️

[@drgears6405]

Colombians man, that’s the answer. Especially the people from the place he’s from, the ‘paisas’ are really nice and friendly people. 🤣

[@___David___Savian]

other celebrities: look at my trophies and cars J. Balvin: look at the windows that let light in from nature, the trees that bring harmony and my dogs that are better than watching tv.

[@encianmalina2749]

This was literally the best AD celebrity video ever. J Balvin tottaly my vibe! You go boy!

[@andrevoirol6286]

The whole house is hyper minimalist and then his closet is the actual other extreme

[@Pisces12_9]

balance

[@vendita2]

Lol, he pays for what he truly love

[@twtw3684]

As a Japanese who loves J Balvin and his music, I'm really happy to know that he appreciates Japanese culture😁 🇯🇵🇨🇴

[@PeelingFlame]

Is J Balvin popular in Japan?

[@tacosforlife5743]

PeelingFlame ive never met anyone who loves him but i do!! And my son does. Whenever i play blanco my 2 year old son dances sings some parts and just freezes and stare at jbalvins face lmao

[@jaykat5431]

俺も大好きや！

[@AdrianAspra]

PeelingFlame everywhere

[@Kkstgch]

And you like Pewds as well! Nice

[@Precimolobye]

I currently live in Japan. And I absolutely love that he had his house inspired like this. Absolutely beautiful. I hope my house will be like this in the future ✨✨

[@bellamc290]

He’s so humble. I like his style

[@naveennath5308]

Other celebs: Ok AD, now get out. Balvin: You can stay here.

[@amberaguirre7317]

Frrr

[@zimovadenisa1]

Yeah, It always seems to me very rude, i am happy that someone said them it in nice and did not “kick” them from house

[@tanyamarko3970]

@@zimovadenisa1 I guess it's explainable that they want people out of their house because the insides of their house is going to be exposed to the world. Privacy issues

[@sohaibahmed226]

They can rephrase it but yeah you’re right I think it’s also a cultural thing.

[@gabrielagarciagrijalva4327]

Latino culture

[@ukstepper1806]

You can tell that Balvin is on his spiritual path " I'm not trying to impress no one" simple, modest, minimalist.

[@allen14n]

Much respect to him for that. I thought he would be all about the wild, flashy lifestyle based on his music, but it’s cool to know he’s humble and chill like this. Good for him.

[@preetambaitharu4394]

I'm glad that I've chosen the most humble artist as my fav artist since I've started listening to Latino songs ... I'm really obsessed with him nd Latino songs .... nd Japanese culture as well !!! This is an another major reason !!!

[@andyvong9660]

So much respect for this beautiful man and his beautiful home🙏

[@faizrizky9414]

J balvin and Dakota Johnson house are the best house that was shown in AD for me.

[@animeLOVER11ful]

HEY SAME!!! I JUST SHARED MY OPINIONS ON FB. HAHAHHA

[@julieorais5773]

True I like the bamboo surrounds Dakota's house.

[@ellemaria9624]

Sadly Dakota didn't show that much :(. But I love how she bragged about her grand mother's tiger

[@jessicac.8796]

Totally agree

[@kellyliamne9682]

Saaameeeeeeee

[@Riyaaaadi]

This is the only Open Door that actually shows architecture. Every other video is a museum with eclectic belongings owned by a superstar, but this, like Jose says "The whole place is basically a piece of art". He gets it.

[@beam7078]

I'm japanese. And I love this house. From a Japanese perspective, the house looks like modern Japanese architecture. There are more traditional Japanese houses, but those houses are not livable in today's world. His house is modern architecture inspired by the West, but every part of the design is wonderfully Japanese. This house is definitely a "Japanese house. I would like to live there too. I envy him.

[@hhhhhhhh704]

I love the ending where he just wanted the camra crew to stay if they wanted. Wishing continued success for J balvin