Inside Ray Romano’s Cozy Desert Hideaway | Open Door | Architectural Digest

Today Architectural Digest is welcomed by Ray and Anna Romano to tour their serene desert home in La Quinta, California. The ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ star and his wife worked with AD100 powerhouse Nate Berkus to design a beautiful and comfortable home, perfect for hosting their expanding family as two of their four children prepare to get married. Moving away from the mid-century Americana styles you’d typically find around Palm Springs, Berkus took inspiration from Italian country homes, creating a more muted space with all the charm of the Italian countryside. Before letting Berkus and Anna take the reigns on design, Ray only had a few specific requests for his new desert oasis. “I wanted some kind of cozy feel to it. That’s all. I was very vague,” he says. “And I fell in love with a bunk bed room that we saw at the Ritz-Carlton in Sundance that my kids stayed in. And I said, ‘I want a room like that.’”
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Director: Meg Sutton
Director of Photography: Grant Bell
Editor: Alex Mechanik
Host: Anna and Ray Romano
Producer: Chase Lewis
Line Producer: Joe Buscemi
Associate Producer: Josh Crowe
Production Manager: Peter Brunette
Production Manager/Equipment Manager: Kevin Balash
Talent Booker: Tracy Schaffer
Camera Operator: Josh Andersen
Audio Engineer: Paul Cornett
Production Assistant: Fernando Barajas; Brock Spitaels
Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague
Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew
Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow
Assistant Editor: Justin Symonds
Special Thanks: Nate Berkus Associates; Edith Garcia at Creative Art Partners
Artworks:
“Village Green”, Artist: Lawrence Calver, Courtesy of Creative Art Partners / creativeartpartners
"The Rat's Head and Left Front Leg“, Artist: Sipho Mabona, Courtesy of Creative Art Partners www.creativeartpartners.com/
"Les fleurs sauvages, oil on canvas, 100 x 100 cm, 2022, Artist: Virginie Hucher / virginie_hucher and www.virginiehucher.com/
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[@jaket417]

I love that his wife is just as witty as him.

[@ginaries2476]

The most beautiful thing shown in this video is their relationship!

[@kimbarnett619]

So true so refreshing to see a happy couple

[@Clutching.My.Pearls]

Not just someone sitting in a fancy chair, petting their dog or cat, wearing a family tweed jacket.

[@beverlywilliams7278]

I agree!! And her talking about cooking for her family and a drawer full of her favorite candy...so real and unpretentious.

[@nicole2672]

The hand touching on the bench in the kitchen was so sweet!

[@MrRicardoJazz]

I mean money and success helps surely but they do genuinely look happy and they look great. Hes 66 and shes 60! wow yeah money does help, but being happy together helps even more!

[@kh7688]

Ray Romano has been one of my favourite comedians over the last 25 years. He is so effortlessly funny and seems like a humble guy.

[@carolhingle2664]

Yes....yes...yes...love him...

[@aprilmoon277]

Pity he dished his wife at the end there saying she's probably going to yell at him because he said something wrong. Not funny.

[@rachelburge2338]

​@aprilmoon277 omg hes a comedian , hes been happily married long enough sure she doesnt think hes dissing her 🙄

[@kerrypickens8594]

If you haven’t seen his scenes with Pete Davidson in the show Bubkis they are hilarious

[@ernestinehemingway7799]

@@aprilmoon277yes, a sour note I thought, not funny at all.

[@peu1285]

Ray is proof that you can become very successful in Hollywood and still have a blessed life. Crucial is having a partner whose values you share.

[@a.e.7988]

A real New Yorker!❤

[@maltygoodness2]

His wife is gorgeous, inside and out! The resemblance to his TV wife played by Patricia Heaton is unmistakable!

[@prettypuffprincess]

@@maltygoodness2Omg yes❤

[@likearollingstone007]

Like, you know what his life looks like lol

[@Ritermann]

Overall perfect. The couple. The jokes. The ambiance. The Design. The Location. Love him even more now 😂

[@shellylavigne5913]

He read about bunk beds👆🏻

[@krisztinafoo27]

Yeah love Ray and he and wife are so funny

[@naomiarram5187]

Ambiance, maybe?

[@shqipe86]

100% agree. I'm calling this my favorite one now.

[@Ritermann]

@@naomiarram5187 yes

[@NathanLGrossman]

Ray and Anna seem like nice, regular folks, even while showing us a house that few of us could ever afford.

[@thewordrules]

I didn't think it was that warm and cozy myself. But to each their own.

[@phammond8155]

He doesn't shut up, does he. Typical actor . . me me me. I did like his shows though.

[@Journeymanlive]

lol you can say it: "none" of us ahah

[@ville666sora]

@@thewordrulesSame. It looks sterile and bland with way to much space to be cozy, but some people like that.

[@brookiemac151]

Everything about this had me laughing- his love of bunk beds, his description of a perfect day, the talk of grandkids and the art that “looks like a smile.” I loved it.

[@betweenworlds620]

I love it when people are wildly successful and yet still lovely, nice people. ♥️

[@omadjourney]

His "cozy" house being bigger than the house I see in my dreams is crazy 😢. He's a funny, unproblematic non controversial guy tho who deserves everything he has.

[@elainagilbert7663]

Just because it's big doesn't mean it isn't cozy.

[@vanessalazarides3748]

Which desert is this? It looks like Stellenbosch South Africa 😂 I have my moments, but i don't buy it.

[@davidmitchell6873]

That's what she said.

[@omadjourney]

@@davidmitchell6873 hahaha.,.. funny guy lol

[@elainagilbert7663]

I thought someone would say that, even though that's not how I meant it to come across.@@davidmitchell6873

[@Jdbondur]

Maybe my favorite AD to date- being livable and lavish is hard to pull off. Bravo.

[@deanrogers4999]

"You put your dirty shoes on the bed. Off! Off!"--spoken like a real, long-time married couple. Love it! 🤣

[@IndomitableT]

So with Anna on this one❣️

[@sonjar1853]

So couldn’t agree more!

[@nina84374]

Spoken like his mother 😅😅😅

[@prisoner_of_hope8386]

Ray is so funny, and his Anna seems like the perfect partner for him. Love their vibe.

[@Chrissieb.rackett]

“They’re not going to college. Neither did their parents. Who are we kidding?” 😂😂😂

[@JL-hw5hu]

😂😂

[@sema6008]

😂😂😂

[@iluvjohnny08]

Love it😂😂😂

[@r-anne7375]

😂🤣😂

[@kbeezyk]

This is probably my favorite house I've seen on AD. Simple yet very beautiful and practical.

[@skysimba8953]

The house is really nice & elegant.

[@pete1243]

Their chemistry is so relaxing.

[@SuperWhofan1]

I actually met Ray in a restaurant 5 years ago. He was the same nice, funny, friendly guy you see here. Such a shock to see someone is truly genuine.

[@mrjamesmay3548]

Great to see a Hollywood couple still married!

[@jeffreycamalo9804]

They’re so funny lol

[@James-semaJ]

The whole time watching I can't stop thinking about Ray Barone and Debra lol.

[@TheBarefootContesa]

Anna Romano is a hoot! The Romano's feel like family. Beautiful Casa Romano & Bravo to Nate Berkus for the design.

[@Heybros233]

OKAY this is the MOST honest interview and tour ever! Of course ❤ shoutout to Nate too 😊

[@LIVEINPEACE2023]

I love how wonderfully “ordinary” they both are. ❤😊

[@mrbear1302]

That view out of the back of the house is crazy! WOW.

[@Lama12339]

He’s still hilarious even after all these years …I love the house they built together it’s so retro and spacious with lots of light !

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Ray always made my dad laugh out loud. It was his favorite show. Wacky family. Great memory. RIP Dad.

[@osage1948]

How can you not love Ray Romano?1 It's also great seeing a couple who still like/love one another after being together forever!

[@adriannademadriguera4859]

i did not stop smiling! love the house. 😊love this couple even more! please, someone, give them a show. i am so there! anna - you are fabulous!

[@MSWMW]

She literally said what most of us were thinking when got got on the bed with his shoes on!

[@lethu6413]

Now I wish they had a youtube channel so we can get a glimpse of their lovely family.

[@jojojostar4906]

Literally the only family channel I would want to watch!

[@christianurena510]

stop being so nossy girl

[@roxannestapleton-whyms6925]

You gotta love Ray, his awesome wife and family. Humble feels, in laid back chill mode, with top of the world warmth and humour!

[@AntwainDCurry]

More Mrs. Romano! I was in stitches. (Mr. Romano was entertaining as always, but Mrs. R was a delight.) I can't feel my face.

[@doompod]

“Not cheap at all…now I have to do Ice Age 6.” 🤣🤣🤣

[@krissmgvlogs]

I love the simplicity of the design and I love Ray too. His wife is also very funny.

[@EvelynM-vlogs]

I unexpectedly watched the whole video with my face crinkled up and a giant open mouthed grin on my face. I'm not sure why it was unexpected, he is hilarious, and so is she.

[@jeffreycamalo9804]

They’re both so funny lol

[@archiiepoo]

Same!

[@Noreenlee1]

What a beautiful place. Nate Berkus is an amazing designer. Ray and his wife are perfect together too.

[@barbarawillis4275]

I always looked forward to watching Mr. Romano's tv series, Everybody Loves Raymond." It is the funniest show about family life with the greatest cast of actors and so well written. Thank you Ray for that. I, too, love the bunkbed room. I am happy we met Anna. Very comfortable couple.

[@a.r.rogers4373]

I'd love to see Nate Berkus do a tour and talk about his design choices.

[@christianurena510]

instead of that annoying lady? I get you girl

[@bml559]

Nate and his husband have given a couple AD tours of their homes ! They’re stunning

[@BC-bt7hu]

​@@bml559 I love the two of them

[@bethciaccio3450]

Yes! They should do two tours and edit them together, I want to know about all the furniture and materials.

[@carolhingle2664]

I love Ray Romano...he is a funny funny guy...his wife seems to be a sweet lady...I am sure they know how blessed they are...

[@robinh4]

I agree with Ray, the bunk bed room is my favourite too. Beautiful house!

[@firesunearthmoon8999]

We are still watching reruns of ELR daily! We Love Ray… doesn’t everyone?!!! ❤

[@lemonita347]

Anna with the shoes on the bed is sooo me lol

[@gdpiirock]

Same!

[@mareebrissenden99]

this is one of the best AD tours they are such lovely people very down to earth and appreciative

[@aaditya_kashyap]

omg omg i love their chemistry.... one of the best AD episodes

[@MOBETTA4423]

Ray's wife is just as funny cool - also I saw the Smile too and 1970 Antique!!!! omggggg lol thanks for showing more down to earth realistic showings of these beautiful homes.

[@Norfnorf12]

I’m so happy to see someone react just as viscerally as I do to shoes on the bed!!

[@paranormalskeptic3893]

They are such a great couple. You can tell they love each other, and feed off of each other’s senses of humor. I have been a big Ray Romano fan even before his TV show. But never really saw his wife interviewed, so this was awesome.

[@marshmallowk]

Hold on! Ray is 65!?!?! He looks amazing

[@user-yl2pe9dm7j]

Wow, i did not know that, he really does

[@jonesey1221]

66! He & I share the same birthdate! 😄🥰😄

[@Norfnorf12]

They’re so Italian-American lol. I love it.

[@pammclain8004]

Ray is so humble. Such kind people!

[@jayg2895]

What a cute couple. We know they’re rich rich but dont act like it. She like, i love these lamps. I dunno what they are but I love them. Probably costs 1k a pop. I love their house.

[@williamtravis9283]

Ray, you're so funny. 🤣 Congratulations to you and Anna for 36 years of marriage. The pool looks really great. 👍

[@iimimat]

Aw them talking about their family more than their things is the best! Most AD tours are just about their purchases, but they have a why for their purchases and it’s so sweet !!!

[@lhybar]

OMG That patio alone is beautiful.

[@valeried2941]

How can you not love this guy???!

[@stephengiese7549]

Family is the main reason for this house. They both really enjoy what they have. Yes, the house is pretty overwhelming but they love it. He jokes about the costs but hey he has earned it. She is very sharp, pleasant and show humour too😄

[@marypalmer2088]

I did watch "Somewhere in Queens", I watch anything you put your hands on and it was wonderful! I shed a few tears along with some laughs, it is a great movie. Your house is beautiful and well deserved, thank you for sharing it.

[@RenataV130]

How beautiful 🌿 Well done Nate 😊👍🦋

[@stephanielewis16]

The best house tour AD has ever done

[@88lindsayalex]

Ray sitting on the couch calling to his wife for food while watching football.. such a Frank moment!!!! Love him.

[@jessica386m]

Omg, I’ve been watching Every Ones Loves Raymond every day for the last 21 yrs. Love him

[@meganthings]

Wasn’t expecting Ray Romano on AD! This is neat

[@anthonyiloenyosi5713]

Now this is a really, really nice house.

[@jozishere96]

Great video because the hosts were so entertaining!!! More of these please

[@callie4889]

The house is okay, but they are adorable and hilarious 🩵I think this is the 1st AD video I’ve seen where someone acknowledged how much something cost “it wasn’t cheap!”😂😂

[@jennyrivera5867]

Nate Burkus took them to town with the 'expensive' pieces. The 'designer' metal pieces are found in every house in like a South American country, Mexico or Asian houses. Next time hire a real designer, not a TV designer.

[@bluekitty.81]

​@@jennyrivera5867You need to calm down 😅 He paid for what his wife wanted. Why you suggesting anything else? You think that people in those places didn't pay more than they should for what they have? Lots of people pay not just for the actual product but because of who or even where is made. It's not like it's your money they are spending lol 🤣

[@patriciacoelho325]

They are both so cute and funny. I could watch them for hours.

[@AnnieBe65]

Ray's house is spectacular. Has Nate Berkus written all over it. He deserves it. Thanks for the laughs, Ray!

[@actownsend7288]

Anna is gorgeous!! And Nate is a cool dude. Glad he did a cozy job on the house.

[@rachelfrees1268]

What a guy. Best humor ever. Your intelligence, common sense, love of the arts and all the folks who have enjoyed your shows, movies, books etc., have made this possible. Kudos to you and yours. Would love some new material/shows.❤

[@susanstephens9870]

Love the landscaping. The mountains are beautiful.

[@patriciawells7594]

He is fabulous so humbled and kind

[@Between2_worlds]

They said cozy but I feel so serene watching this.

[@bettycogswell9851]

Love Ray and I actually loved the bunk beds.

[@SleepyT23]

I love the house. Love the people in the house. It's clearly fancy but still looks like they weren't trying to overdo the fancy part. And that's down to earth for rich people. Love it.

[@popieamores553]

I love the fact that they dont talk over each other. The house is amazing! 😊

[@wanderlust139]

Ray is pretty darn down to earth 🌸

[@felixbeta8199]

Appreciate this family. Romano what a guy! LOVELY FAMILY HAS STAYED TRUE to his beliefs, values and love for what is really important in life.

[@d.l7457]

So wholesome compared to majority of the guests.

[@Bobsk3]

This is actually the first celebrity house I really love! 💕 10/10, would certainly live here ☺️.

[@gdpiirock]

I get why everybody loves Raymond lol

[@kh7688]

I see what you did there.

[@SodoMojo22]

Bunk bed room is amazing, satisfies my symmetric needs, is so cozy, clean, and the colors were perfect.

[@Notatall270]

What lucky woman to have found true love and live a life that most can only dream about.

[@marryellenmonahan5585]

So down-to-earth and refreshing. that pad is absolutely breath-taking. I love it..😊 magical.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

It’s a very comfortable house. Beautiful setting. Love the open design and the inside outside thing.

[@MISSMADISONMEDIA]

Haven’t heard about this guy in years, and I love that for him

[@cksspb815]

Beautiful. Love your style. Nate did an excellent job. Well done.

[@carrieking3907]

What a great and real couple! Design is perfect. Setting is lovely. Happy for them.

[@donnafuller3029]

I love Ray!! Lovely wife and beautiful house❤

[@queenm4856]

Most favorite AD episode yet

[@mansishetye9516]

My fav episode of this show ever❤️❤️ The house design is beautiful and the people are so fun and warm

[@onlylisteningtobangerzzzzz5881]

WOW ❤ so modern, simple and clean 😍

[@sharronandrews7675]

This is a large house but it looks so relaxed and livable. It’s meant for a large family to gather. Hope it won’t be long until grandkids show up to take over those bunk beds. The outdoor spaces are so beautiful. Great job Nate!

[@cherylrleigh1912]

Just absolutely gorgeous; every detail sublime. enjoy!!

[@victoriacummings870]

gorgeous indeed, love this style, so fresh and warm!

[@amymatos8281]

Too adorable these two!! Probably been together 30 years!! Beautiful!

[@anitahargreaves9526]

His lovely wife, helps keep him grounded. Humble, happy family, imo.

[@GGLD888]

The designer did a great job. Its all very lovely and soothing.

[@The-Leah-Show]

Love how simple and cozy it is

[@glendavrolijk4502]

The bunkbed room is a smart idea 💡 👌🏽,the whole house is perfect 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@cheryllong7328]

I loved this and their banter! I love the bunk bed room too!!

[@carmengrauwels]

Love the pops of color throughout the house in the big furniture Its a beautiful, cozy mix of fabrics and styles that is very well balanced ✌🏻❄️

[@joannaprevost426]

Love the simplicity, just gorgeous . Those Kitchen windows are dreamy .

[@kjam1709]

Absolute perfection. Envious beyond belief. Thanks for sharing!