A new Nancy Meyers produced movie HOME AGAIN (written and directed by her daughter Hallie Mayers-Shyer) is always reason to get excited. First off, they are usually good, frothy fun with a good cast and a nice ending. But more, they usually feature spectacular interiors and settings that have become nearly iconic such as the Beth Rubino interiors for Something’s Gotta Give.
And now we have a Reese Witherspoon inhabiting in a California house that looks, well, quite a lot like a Reese Witherspoon house. The movie is about a recently separated 40-year old who decides to move back to her hometown of LA with her two young daughters and ends up letting three young guys (aspiring movie makers) move into her guest house. Hijinks and romance ensue. Then the ex played by Michael Sheen wants to come home, too. Hijincks, romance and drama. Actually – doesn’t it feel a bit like a re-tread of It’s Complicated?
Oh well… on to the important part, the interiors.
Didn’t Reese own a house that looks like this not long ago?
The color palette is certainly very clear – neutral off-white, reds, pinks and some blues. Big cushy sofas, slightly bo-ho. The house doesn’t appear quite as grand as those in other Nancy Meyers movies, but it still looks like a beautiful home. This all looks very Kathryn Ireland inspired.
HOME AGAIN Production Designer is Ellen Brill who has worked as a set decorator for primarily television series such as American Horror Story, The New Normal, Parenthood (though only 10 episodes credited), and Nip/Tuck among others. The Set Decorator is Nicole Cates whose IMDB page shows only 1 credit prior to this movie, which is as a “shopper” for the tv show Path To War back in 2002. I can’t help but wonder if Nancy Meyers herself did the decorating and Ms. Cates put her vision into place and gets the credit for it. It’s a big coup for her career, no doubt.
Great pics courtesy of Open Road Films:
Home Again Boutique:
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Update 7.19.17 – My friend Joni of Cote De Texas has just posted a fantastic and all encompassing post about HOME AGAIN. No one can beat Joni when it comes to forensic blogging! Read her post here.
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do what the fabric is called or where to find the fabric used in the headboard?
Hi Delaney – the headboard was upholstered using a vintage flatweave rug, not fabric.
Hi, I’m researching blue and white decor for a wedding. Do you know the dinnerware pattern that’s blue and white on the dining table scene in the movie Home Again? Thank you so much!
Hi Loi – I don’t know about the blue and white china used. Williams-Sonoma has some really pretty dishes that are similar. Good luck!
Hi! I know this is an older post, but I’m searching in vain for the name of the curtain fabric in above photos. It is cream with red/green flowers that almost have a paisley look to them. Can you please find the name of this fabric? It was quite popular a few years ago; I would love to use it in my kitchen!
Hi Amarie – I did a little research and the fabric appears to be Peter Dunham Adaipur https://peterdunhamtextiles.com/products/udaipur-red
Thank you! You are amazing; I’ve been looking for months and could not find the name.
My pleasure!
What about the paint colors in Home Again? Those had to be regular colors since it was shot in the actual house. I am wanting the paint color in the room with the couches. Anyone know what the color names are or brand?
Hi Robbie – I’ve never seen the paint colors listed, unfortunately. The house was once owned by Cindy Crawford and it was featured in Elle Decor, but it was a long time ago and probably has been repainted anyway.
Hi Linda,
I just watched home again and loved the decor. Would you happen to know the particulars of the bed sheets that look so amazing?
Thanks
Annette
Hi Annette – I don’t know anything about the sheets, but will post if I ever come across anything. Thanks!
Hi Linda,
Long time viewer – first time caller. Any idea on the source of the black and white line drawings above the bed and in the living room above the mantel? Clearly the same artist for both locations – though I’ve searched endlessly to no avail.
Hi Adam – Success – I found it! The artist is Ramon Ramirez and his website is here: http://jaguarland.biz/drawings.html
Too Cool! Thanks so much Linda.
Hi there, can u tell me the name of back splash used in the kitchen on home again or where to buy it thank u 🙂
Hi Holly – Actually, according to the LA Times, the backsplash was stick-on vinyl tile, because they didn’t have the budget to replace the existing backsplash. Additionally, the “butcher block” counters were actually contact paper over the existing counter. You can read more here: http://www.latimes.com/home/la-hm-home-again-sets-20170916-htmlstory.html
Movie magic! Thanks for your question and visiting!
I love the sofa in this movie. Any idea where it can be purchased or who made it? It looks like a linen slipcover over down cushions.
Hi Lynette – I don’t know the brand. Could be Verellen, could be custom. Pottery Barn has the Carlisle sofa which is slipcovered with slightly exposed legs (like this one, most slipcovers go to the floor and cover the legs) but has English arms versus track arms. http://shopstyle.it/l/kXBi
Thank you for your help and I have subscribed to your Pinterest site as well
I loved “Home Again”. Great movie and the home decor is amazing. I loved the white and blue dishes used, is there anyway to find out what they are?????? Please…..
Hi Jean – I don’t know about the dishes, but will see if I can find the information and will repost if I can and add them to my Pinterest board for this movie here: https://www.pinterest.com/linda_merrill/get-the-look-home-again-california-chic/
Do you know the interior paint color in Home Again? Looks like a perfect off white. Is it the same color thru out the home?
Hi Janet – I don’t know the interior paint color. It does look like the same color, throughout but haven’t seen the color mentioned. My friend Joni at https://cotedetexas.blogspot.com has done some posts on the various prior owners of this house with photos (Cindy Crawford to name one) and it’s gone from white to off white to a creamy off-white. The filming also can change the color – if they shoot it with a warm filter versus cooler one, for instance. It’s usually better to just look for a paint color that gives you a similar look in your own house.
Thx Linda! I read they didn’t need to change the paint color they liked it as is so the posts should help a lot. I’ll check it out. Thank you!
That house! That creamy, dreamy Southern California enclave that’s decorated in so many sunlight-reflecting shades of white and beige that it’s like being wrapped in a pillowy, line-fresh duvet or enveloped in cupcake batter. – AD
It’s beautiful and delicious!
I loved the movie!! Wasn’t expecting it to be so light hearted. But more importantly, I absolutely fell in love with her red head board. I need it in my life!! Will be working on making a copycat asap.
It’s a beauty! Thanks for commenting!
Hi Brenda – I just read that the headboard was made using two rugs from Raoul Textiles in California. It’s a great idea and very easy to do! Good luck with yours!
Hello Linda. Can you tell me the name of the colours creams and whites used in Something’s Gotta Give. I love the beachy colours. Thank you. Love your site.
Hi Marcia,
Thanks for your question! I actually spoke with Beth Rubino, the set decorator for Something’s Gotta Give about the paint colors. She confirmed that they were not standard paints. The movie was shot entirely on a sound stage, so the paint had to be theatrical paint in order to look as it does on camera, while using only artificial lighting. You can listen here if interested: http://skirtedroundtable.blogspot.com/2010/01/photobeth-rubino-set-decorator-for_6361.html Thanks!
Linda
Well, that sure was fun! A movie to look forward to!!
I agree – I’m very excited for it! Thanks for commenting!
Fun post! I thought I was the only one scoping out the interiors in movies ? ?
Oh my friend, I used to do a whole separate blog on movie interiors!