At Home with fashion designer Johnson Hartig in his exotic Los Angeles home.

[@lydiarowe491]

Well now Johnson has my vote for layer upon layer..following so many options and blending them perfectly..it may not be to everyone’s liking but for me it works..what a beautiful energy Johnson has..such a generous of spirit..

[@quintessenceblg]

We agree!! So glad you enjoyed!

[@mariajessica513]

I’m so obsessed with the flower fireplace🌺🌼🌸

[@ReadingThing]

What a lovely and charming gentleman! Beautiful video!

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you!!

[@daviddavidson3097]

I am madly in love with your content Susanna. You present some of the finest examples of architecture and design. Not to mention all of the world class designers you have showcased. It is simply exhilarating. Thank you for all you provide.

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you so much! It is our honor and pleasure to share these talented designers’ homes - Stacey (Quintessence founder and behind the camera)

[@randycox3232]

What a Fun Inspired collection. He is Bold & Unafraid to Mix & Match!!!💜

[@schiatzeschiatze5002]

More is more is more is more ! I love this Susanna!

[@teresejohnson6767]

So fabulous, authentic and inspiring. Thank you are sharing this clever abode.

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!1

[@fringedwellermccatintyre730]

The two of you together in your shirts in front of the matching curtains - SUCH a HOOT!

[@quintessenceblg]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@fringedwellermccatintyre730]

P.S.: @ 10:37

[@huub1989]

I think my house might be transformed after watching this.....for years I’ve put things I love away in closets, drawers, boxes and attics. Time to start bringing them all out and enjoying them, no more matchy-matchy for me after seeing this glorious explosion of creativity. Channeling Mr Hartig, and Sister Parish.......maybe without the acid, but hopefully with style! Love!

[@nicole_beaumont]

The way he had the painter continue the trees up to the ceiling in his bedroom is stunning. Love that idea! The wallpapers in both of the bedrooms are beautiful. Another great video. Thank you!

[@quintessenceblg]

Agreed! and thank you - so glad you enjoyed!

[@TheMaiah13]

I wonder WHO that painter is?i love those trees up to the ceiling!

[@Popsunderstands]

Wonderful fun use of colors and patterns. It’s what life is all about. Enjoy where you live and express yourself.

[@edieohoxoxo932]

I mean...wow! My eyes hurt and I'm exhausted! I love his whimsy. Not for me but to each their own and I celebrate it!

[@cares3262]

I love what you said... At this age, you just want to be surrounded by the things you love when you're home. I've been saying the same thing... At this age, I just want to be surrounded by the people and things I love. I enjoy being around people like you and Susanna. Lovely home.💖🙏

[@quintessenceblg]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@maryf6284]

I picked up on that too! ‘And a lot of it.’ Thanks as always, Susanna. Love the Libertine shirts!

[@quintessenceblg]

@@maryf6284 aren’t they fun?! Johnson’s energy and creativity is infectious! So glad you felt it too! - Stacey (behind the camera and the comments)

[@jackiethomas3847]

I totally agree! I just love this ❤️

[@quintessenceblg]

@@jackiethomas3847 Thank you!!

[@cargogh]

Got to be my favorite episode. The dialogue was wonderfully entertaining with too many great quotes from both of you to list.

[@quintessenceblg]

Delighted to hear it!!

[@donnamiller83]

So so much to love!!! I totally agree you would feel on holiday in exotic locations. Envy your living in a totally beautiful feeling atmosphere!! You are so very talented. Thank you for letting me visit. 💐

[@quintessenceblg]

Johnson is truly so creative and talented! So glad you enjoyed!

[@ja-uh9gz]

Wow! I love how Johnson is so fearless with use of color and patterns. His home is the total antithesis (sp) of the white on white trend. I find this much more interesting. "The basket house"....I love baskets, too. Hanging them on the ceiling is very smart. Thank you for another fun and fascinating house tour! :)

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!! So glad you love it too!

[@elviscobb5922]

The exterior of his home is just everything !

[@bettinarossi7908]

Omg! I love this guy and his puppies!!!😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@wendypanozzo9133]

What a feast for the eyes! You can re-watch this episode and find new things to look at every time.I just his fearlessness with color and print. He is absolutely right about surrounding yourself with who and what you love!

[@quintessenceblg]

Couldn't agree more - even I need to rewatch!!

[@shelleyimmel8067]

Watched it twice and going in for a third time💙

[@quintessenceblg]

@@shelleyimmel8067 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@cellison9414]

Yes, I wanted to see more - I wish this episode was longer!

[@quintessenceblg]

@@cellison9414 Well thank you and it was even one of our longer ones!!

[@sandralashley4718]

He's utterly and complely himself, and it is incredibly refreshing! What a creative and beautiful home, love it 🙂 He has the spirit and fun of a child, beautiful.

[@quintessenceblg]

Johnson's the best!

[@daliah1518]

I loved this house so much!!

[@quintessenceblg]

Johnson is so creative! Glad you loved!

[@deniseokanlawon9412]

This home is amazing so many beautiful thing to look at I love the fire place and so many other pieces I mean it crazy it's bonkers and I love it.

[@henricalitri3251]

Nothing is serious but everything looks so beautiful... Thank you so much!!!

[@mizzmolly7649]

I have so much to say about this episode! He's so right. Being at home, working from home for almost 2 years, my creativity has exploded. It's so nice to walk into a home that's not all white and neutral colors. I'm stealing so many ideas from this colorful home. I've become obsessed with Schumacher! When being a basket case actually adds peace to your life. They're wearing the same print, but who wore it better? Susanna wore it better. Sorry love, but you can't beat a colorful floral pattern with a crisp white pant! 😘

[@quintessenceblg]

LOL!! And yes, SO many great ideas!

[@dorothydamons5795]

It’s unique for him but I find it a little to much I just couldn’t focus on anything it became overwhelming in the end I had to abandon watching .The different strokes for different folks .🧠🧐

[@mizzmolly7649]

@@dorothydamons5795 It's not for everyone, in fact, it's not for most people. I appreciate his self expression with color and his home is a feast for the eyes. But APPRECIATE, doesn't necessarily mean I want to REPLICATE it for my own home. 😊

[@marlenegoho1778]

Oh my! I’d be agitated all day long! Love to see it, could never live in it! Lol! But I love these videos immensely. Always fun. Thanks, Susanna

[@lynnharrell9598]

The moment at 8:15 with the drapes, the bedding, his shirt, and your jacket. It was a little like designer camouflage. 😄

[@quintessenceblg]

LOL!

[@marinedrive5484]

"I wanted to be surrounded by the things that I love -- and a lot of it!" "Basket-case design." I love Johnson's exuberant and humourous approach to interior design. His intuitive understanding of layering is phenomenal.

[@quintessenceblg]

We do too! Glad you enjoyed!

[@rainierforest7796]

What a creative feast! Delightful. Thanks for sharing your visit💮

[@nettipush12]

The Italian panorama wallpaper is a dream and so well placed.

[@quintessenceblg]

Agreed!

[@4seasons546]

Love ❤️ it love 💗 Johnson great house ! “ I’m at the age I just want to be surrounded by what I love & lots of it!”

[@jcrane45585]

The " dot com" @1:57 literally made me snort with laughter. Johnson seems like such a fun, funny guy

[@quintessenceblg]

He IS!!

[@heidi.a.thomson]

The "STOP" sign in the green sitting room is a reminder to not just walk by but to sit down! Love all the bold colours and the trees in the bedroom. The wisteria is a dream. Also love the tiles! The dogs are perfect for that home. Fun and creative cottage-like home! Love it.

[@quintessenceblg]

So glad you loved!

[@deborahgalvan5367]

that caught my eye too....it can mean anything.

[@twistoffate4791]

@@deborahgalvan5367 Ditto. My eyes locked in on the Stop piece as well.

[@celiajarvis3168]

The STOP sign should tell Johnson something... like stop the madness! Yeah, the colors - not enough Pantone colors in his palette.

[@tobeytravels893]

Johnson’s fearless, and I love it.

[@quintessenceblg]

We love it (and him) too!

[@sarahcarotabrand8943]

OMG! I’m Dying! This house is a whirlwind of colors, patterns, textures! It’s so whimsical and he’s a gem! Love it!

[@quintessenceblg]

SO glad - we love Johnson too!

[@laurena8538]

The best homes are the ones which are fearlessly decorated! Your guests do this so well. I loved his home and his personality!!

[@karenreiter533]

“ Sister Parish on acid. “ Oh my what a joyful, explosion of color and creativity in one fabulous home. I love your matching outfits. What a fun visit! Thank you so much Susanna , Jason and Stacey. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!! So glad you enjoyed!

[@caitlinfoley4468]

What a fabulous, eccentric soul! I can't tell you enough how much I enjoyed this episode!!

[@quintessenceblg]

Delighted to hear it!!

[@joytanner2903]

I love Johnson even more, after his comment about purchasing the house in five minutes because of the forty year old wisteria! Respect for Nature and it’s splendour. Susannah, thank you for lifting inspiration and conversation off the two dimensional level, here on the tube! Johnson, “Basket Case” … sheer brilliance!

[@barbarascott8276]

Completely wonderful in every way. I am so charmed by Johnson. Just wanna give him a big hug!

[@quintessenceblg]

We love him too!

[@squalter.kaufmann]

the person introducing us to the house matches the house perfectly. Sweet charming lovable quirky and sophisticated - terrific example of pure expression of one’s self via their home.

[@carlyh6913]

I LOVED this, Johnson is such a creative genius. I felt like I was with friends watching this. Love these 2 together ☺

[@quintessenceblg]

He is!! And I love his rapport with Susanna too!! Such fun!

[@carlyh6913]

@@quintessenceblg Awesome job with the filming too Stacey, you have a really good eye. There's so much going on in Johnson's house I wouldn't know what to focus on 😃

[@quintessenceblg]

@@carlyh6913 Thanks Carly!! I had to really stay focused! 😉

[@nllove7937]

Love it, love him, love you, so personal and unique x

[@quintessenceblg]

We do too!

[@laurielove9844]

Of all the designers and such you have interviewed in your vlogs, I love Johnson the most. Everything about him is perfect! I know I would feel so comfortable in his home!

[@quintessenceblg]

Johnson is one of a kind!! We love him too!

[@ivansheehan1632]

Oh, happy day, new Quintessence!! I ❤️ what Johnson said about thinking like a garden - so brilliant!!

[@quintessenceblg]

👍🏻

[@janetcorey5102]

He’s bold! Absolutely not afraid to play with color, fabric,wallpaper fruit stickers. I love his freedom and how in all that craziness comes out something great!

[@julianavillanueva7385]

Find this place so dizzy. I agree do what brings joy , you can always change . Johnson is truly unique.

[@beverlydow8259]

This video made my day better. Thank you so much for taking us along. Bless you and your family. I look forward to each of your videos. Best regards, Beverly

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure! Thanks so much!

[@anttoronto3202]

Beautiful home. The shirts are great! The dogs! 💜 ♥️ ❤️ Thanks again for a great Saturday morning!

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!

[@ruhsarocal397]

Oh my God . I admired both the man and his house. Let it sit happily in that special beauty.🍀

[@quintessenceblg]

YES!!!

[@philippaproud441]

So good I’ve already watched this twice. Oh no, now all I want is Libertine clothing and home decor 😘🤪💕💖🍄💗🌸

[@quintessenceblg]

Ha! I feel your pain!! Last time we shot out there, I bought a jacket!

[@TheMaiah13]

So true..the pandemic inspired a burst of creativity! I wallpapered my powder room, painted and re-decorated our master bath, painted a French door red..scoured so many vintage deals that now hang in my space!

[@JJ33438]

I love this place - the eye is constantly entertained! what a wonderful place!

[@justsayin397]

The bauble chandelier is just wonderful and I adore the pretty floral painted fireplace ….

[@marciamellow1211]

The house is fabulous... the creativity is rambling on and on and on... can not get enough of his bravery, and confidence in his designing.. love❤

[@paulahawkins3786]

What an awesome home - he's brilliant! Thanks Quintessence! I adore this channel!

[@carolsmith5966]

No wonder he takes a nap each day, he needs to rest his creativity. Walking through his home with you was a delight and his sense of color and fun is an inspiration to think out of the box! Love your coordinating jacket, Susanna. Thank you for sharing!

[@quintessenceblg]

Exactly!! And aren't the matching outfits fun?!

[@Cherryshake]

I enjoyed their chemistry together - maybe they are faking it for the screen - but I got the vibe that two friends were having fun together touring a beloved home; that’s always enjoyable to witness.

[@quintessenceblg]

They were most definitely not faking it!! They WERE having fun! As was I!

[@susannasalk7153]

We definitely weren’t faking our rapport and friendship!

[@candydonnelly7543]

What an awesome hone, every wall, corner,ceiling tells a story! What I love that it a work in progress, thank you for the Saturday morning eye candy👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏❤️. Have to back and watch it again 🌟❤️🌟❤️🌟❤️

[@quintessenceblg]

Enjoy!! Lots to look at!

[@rpbphx]

It takes SO much work to look that casual. Love it. He lives the way I would if I had the guts and cash...

[@shawndacooper7585]

Thank God!!! Johnson is my Fashion and Maximalist Icon!!!I I Adore Him!!! More More!!!

[@quintessenceblg]

He is an amazing whirlwind of creative talent!! We love him too!

[@lorettagerull6340]

I love it too. The layering of the pictures on top of the wall paper in the bathroom. What an excellent idea! Love the basket house!🙏. The pandemic was not all doom and gloom. The planet earth needed a pause, a breath 🌍 . Of course, we are saddened by sooo much loss.

[@rachelkruitbosch3156]

🌺💙Johnson! I'm constantly mesmerized by your creativity! This sort of punk rock tickled Renaissance mashup is so cozy, interesting, freaking gorgeous, and joyful. I would never grow bored with this! Thank you for the analogy of decorating and gardening.... It absolutely is constantly developing! Susanna and Stacey thank you again for such a stunning home tour with your satisfying videography and playful conversation! ❤️

[@isabelledavies42]

I love the fact that this house is decorated with flower everywhere! It is so bright!

[@joneysingh3570]

So colorful, fresh, house with spectacular paintings & ceramics. Stunning video. Always waiting for your new videos.

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you!

[@MelodyProsser]

I love visiting places like this! It's not my aesthetic, but it is so much fun!

[@rosyvine7356]

Unapologetic design chaos and I love it! Your matching shirts were just the cherry. I miss my friend (rip) who reminds me so much of Jonathon, bold, innovative and fearless! Much to be learned and inspired from such genius eyes. Thank you S&S for yet another treasure trove of creativity xxx

[@rosyvine7356]

Sorry, Johnson, my bad! X

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!! So glad you enjoyed Johnson's fearless creativity!

[@AmyAnnetteHenion]

The interior is too much fun, but I also LOVE the plain black exterior, which is the perfect backdrop to all the climbing greenery. Divine!

[@muhlaynee]

The thumbnail doesn't do this place justice. This house is so fun as is the owner. I died laughing when he was smooching his dog and forgot you were there.

[@quintessenceblg]

There's no way to pack this inspiring home in a thumbnail!! But glad you enjoyed!

[@ginafriend1690]

Johnsons mind is always busy working. Very layered in depths. I love his quote unquote "He's a basket case". I couldn't imagine you both wearing any different shirts for the interview. I love wisteria myself. I sort of had a feeling of walking into a living Van Gogh painting!

[@tigermoon44]

I can't believe I missed this episode!?? Where have I been? What a fun house! I loved it!

[@quintessenceblg]

We JUST published it! As a subscriber, you should have received a notification!

[@SueDisney73]

he had me hooked with the Warriors shorts

[@sandrinedurand3203]

I love the triptych of you two and the curtains.

[@rinskeraphael8755]

Wauw these colors pop🤩 this is what is meant, thinking outside the box😍

[@detrapayne61]

Whimsical home very creative and free. I am inspired.

[@boyroyboy226]

The master bedroom wall paper with the extension of the tree tops painted over the crown molding and to the ceiling is EVERYTHING! Congratulations on your new home!

[@MariaReyes-te7lk]

I call this the Joy and celebration of life that is full of color ..Thank you.... Susana

[@dusty1754]

The red Queen Anne Chinois dining chairs were made by my family's furniture company, Brunovan, in the late 50s / early 60s. It was so exciting to spot them in a Quintessence video!

[@oltedders]

I LOVE everything his painter has done! That mantel is perfection.

[@quintessenceblg]

Right?! So creative!

[@TheLeenyb]

Love that toile! He is soooo fun! I would love to see more of his lush gardens! I have so much more to say but others said it so well in comments below!

[@quintessenceblg]

He IS so fun!

[@cirej25]

I love it!!!! Also acid in this house 🤪👌🏾

[@kimclarke5018]

Love 💗 all the lovely color.

[@caroljones1605]

Love love love JH's style!!!

[@rosalindhambleton9012]

Bonjour Suzanna and Stacy, What's not to love about this guy ! He sure express himself with easy, he is not afraid of being/decorating "over the top" ; he just goes for it ! He collects objects, he showcase them, he mixes patterns and colors but in the end everything is fun, cozy and vibrant at the same time. He has a place to live and enjoy, that is my feeling. He dares, for example he takes clothes fabrics and makes curtains with them and voilà. He is a living inspiration ; love it ! Thanks for sharing, girls. Let me wish you both a Merry Christmas and happy Holidays because I guess next time we will see you it will be in 2022. Take care and please stay safe - Much love and appreciation your way. - Rosalind - Joyeux Noël mes chéries (( hugs ))

[@susannasalk7153]

Have the most wonderful holiday and thank you so much for your wonderful enthusiasm and support!

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you Rosalind for your always fun and perceptive comments. Wishing you a wonderful holiday as well!!

[@jefkearns]

I took inspiration from his magazine pages on the bedframe and made little collages on the dividers on a shelf. It's quite the process but looks great.

[@quintessenceblg]

Love hearing that!

[@alannothnagle]

"I wanted the house to feel like I feel when I'm in somewhere exotic and sensual, like Marrakesh in a small designer hotel. I thought, 'Why can't I feel that way every day of my life?'" I love it!! Johnson has figured it out!!

[@heatherinparis]

Such a playful exuberant home full of wonderful colour and pattern. LOVE it

[@quintessenceblg]

So glad - we love it too!

[@lindaf4103]

Oh kill me now. I am having a very strong and loving reaction to this man's genius. One of my favourite episodes.

[@KarenJWhyte]

His personality is everything. He is magnificent, so is the home!

[@conniepleasantnails]

The scenes in this video were so playfully done with each room steering the conversation with funny lines. If you want to forget the ills of the world just keep watching this … 💖

[@janice5218]

A madcap explosion 💥 of creative expression. He said so many brilliant statements “Sister Parrish on acid” true. In this tour I wanted to just giggle, everywhere your eye lands is worth a moment. It’s truly his experimental laboratory. What a delight to have a peek.

[@quintessenceblg]

Yes!! So glad you loved!

[@GuilfordGardenCT]

Well said. I thought I was the only one giggling haha. When Susanna said you went out of control in one of the rooms, he responded " I did". I just burst out laughing. Love, love this guy and his place.

[@quintessenceblg]

@@GuilfordGardenCT 👍🏻👍🏻😉

[@GuilfordGardenCT]

@@quintessenceblg Susanna, is this the Stacey that wrote garden at first lights and the other garden book? I mean the one filming?

[@quintessenceblg]

@@GuilfordGardenCT no I am Stacey (aka Quintessence) - I am behind the camera and write the blog. Stacy Bass wrote the garden books and happens to be a friend!

[@lisat4715]

I think this is my favorite home I've ever seen! Talk about an inspiration! Love all the color and patterns

[@quintessenceblg]

So glad!!

[@ragarasika]

OMG, love it! Never seen a more exotic interior before! Mr. Xotic Xtreme! Lol, both the people's shirts, curtains, and the spread are all the same fabric or what?!! 💕

[@quintessenceblg]

Yes!! They are all from Johnson’s fabric line, Libertine!! Glad you loved!

[@squalter.kaufmann]

Happy happy happy house 🏡🌞 Energizing! Permission to have and implement ideas! Also, does that sweet, vibrant green in the library pass-through have a name? Enchanted Mermaid and Bathing Beauty are calling me back to them 🤓

[@lisafield4154]

I enjoy his enthusiasm and the fact he seems to care less what others think. For me personally that is what makes a home a home. Rather than a cookie cutter, hobby lobby or stuffy 'follow the rules home' it is unique and fun for others to spend time in.

[@dresqueda]

I love the quirky style. "Sister Parish on acid". Great design line.

[@viviancrawford114]

I love all the homes on quintence, but this home really stands out in beauty.

[@quintessenceblg]

So glad you loved!

[@meredithheath5272]

I've said this before! I adore, not only the wonderful conversations, but the two music choices! What taste - fabulous!

[@quintessenceblg]

Well thank you so much!!

[@kpinkkpink]

You made my day with this one! I always get excited when I see one of your videos pop!

[@Artzenflowers]

Super fun, great layering!

[@Katsem]

So cute with your matching tops standing in a room hung with drapes made from the same fabric. I once had a skirt I was a little concerned look a bit too much like a curtain. That was silly. I’m just so happy to see florals, toiles and wallpapers. All things I love. Wonderful home.