K R I S T I N D A V I S
Interview} John Russo
Photographs by} John Russo
Makeup by} Kara Yoshimoto Bua for A-frame agency
Hair by} Marcus Francis for A-frame agency
Styling by} Karen Raphael
Produced by} Photohouse Productions
JR: Tell us about your your home decor style?
KD: Is it more modern traditional, modern or rustic? My current home is a mix of modern and things I‘ve collected from my travels,
I think it is best described as transitional.
JR: What color palette do you gravitate toward? Neutrals, warm beiges or more bold colors?
KD: I gravitate towards calm neutrals. I love using natural elements like wood and natural stone.
I also have some jewel tones in rugs I bought in Morocco.
JR: When choosing a couch, are you drawn to sinking in and having it be super comfy are you more drawn to firm upright designs?
KD: I love a bit of a modern couch, but I also want it to be comfortable!
JR: Fresh Flowers bring life to a home. What are your favorite flowers for your home? And the color?
KD: I have been obsessed with flowers ever since I worked at a floral shop during college. I love white, pink, coral, and green flowers.
I really love them all!
JR: Since Covid, more people have discovered that being and working at home is where they want to be. It made people really appreciate
their homes. Would you consider yourself a homebody?
KD: I am most definitely a homebody. I love to stay home all day and do things around the house, though that rarely happens these days!
JR: Art makes a home and gives it character. Are there any artist’s works you have in your home that you are loving?
KD: I love fine art & photography. I have a few pieces by Takashi Murakami that I love very much.
JR: Do you have any requirements when renting or purchasing a new home? For example…
It must have a window in the bathroom, high ceilings, and tons of windows.
KD: I feel like natural light is important when renting a house. I also try to find quiet places! Great Outdoor spaces are essential for a home.
JR: Do you prefer a garden with flowers and vegetables or a more minimal approach?
KD: I love a garden with flowers! If I’m looking to buy I definitely need some space to make a garden if there isn’t already one.
JR: Is having a swimming pool at your home essential? A hot tub?
KD: I currently have a pool for the first time and it’s a lot of fun for the kids.
But it certainly does require maintenance.
JR: People say the idea of having a second home is great, but the reality is a pain in the ass. What are your thoughts on that?
KD: I have had homes on both coasts, and there was such comfort in moving between them. But also a lot of work to keep each place working and stocked. So, in many ways, it was a relief to get all of our belongings in one house. Though I do still miss my NYC apartment.
JR: If you had to choose…beach home, city home, mountain home, or desert home?
KD: I think I would choose a beach house because my kids would be so happy to live on the beach.
JR: What is the best thing about your current, full-time home?
KD: The best thing about our current full-time house is that we are in a secluded area surrounded by old trees. I love to feel surrounded by nature whenever possible, even in LA.
To learn more about Kristin follow her at @iamkristindavis