A Look Inside Keri Russell's Brooklyn Brownstone

I've always had an affinity for Keri Russell, ever since she appeared in that Bon Jovi music video. Mostly because I didn't know very many stars with hair curlier than mine (Rebecca Gayheart and Minnie Driver excepted). And while Keri does look different these days I think she seems like a cool, laid back celeb.

The June 2011 issue of ELLE Decor features the Brooklyn brownstone that Russell shares with her husband and son. The home's kitchen cabinets are made of reclaimed fir stained an espresso brown. The fridge is a Sub-Zero and Viking makes the range and vent hood. I like the rustic yet functional feel of the kitchen, although I can't say I'm a fan of that Rejuvenation light fixture. It just seems kind of...small.

I like the pine table, but can those wire chairs be comfortable?

I think Keri's palette can rightly be described as soothing. Light fixture by Ochre, tufted ottoman from John Derian Dry Goods, armchairs by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, rug from Shaw Floors and reclaimed side table and mirror by Russell's husband, Shane Deary.

What do you think?

Photographer: William Waldron

Beautiful Room: 02.02.11

Happy Groundhog Day!

On this winter day I'm dreaming of spring so designer Lisa Sterio's

vibrant home seems like just what the doctor ordered.

The fabric for the chartreuse living room drapes--the inspiration

for the room--were purchased for $10/yard. The chartreuse (which

I think we all know by now I adore) paired with bright pink

and neutral black and white makes this not only a stylish room

but a happy one--and who wouldn't want to live here in the

middle of drab February?

(On an unrelated note: I can't believe it's February already!?!)

While I do love chartreuse I've always been a big fan
of blue too. This blue rug makes the room, I think.
And as I have a soft spot for anything peacock I
die over those chairs. Paired with gold it looks so rich.

The bedroom is much more sedate colour-wise, but no

less sumptuous. The grey accents are so chic and I

love the texture added by the fur throw.

So what do you think? Could you live in a home this colourful?

You can see more photos on the Style at Home site.