George and Amal Clooney's dining room takes on a chic, old-fashioned look

We’ve long been fans of the Sullivan Street townhouse once rented by George and Amal Clooney. This magnificent property is the perfect combination of modern and mid-century design, sophistication and livability, formality and warmth. The White Arrow, the designers who created the project say: “The series of richly appointed spaces act as much as a gallery as a home, while still being very comfortable and family-friendly. »

No space embodies these juxtapositions better than the Clooneys’ old dining room. A garage door wall floods the industrial-chic space with light, while natural hardwood floors provide a refined touch. The original rattan dining chairs by Pierre Jeanneret complement the dark-hued dining table. Accessories include a matte black vase and a Picasso painting for both warmth and sophistication. One of the best features of The White Arrow designed space is the painted brick wall.

“Amal and George Clooney’s former dining room is a great example of the impact of thoughtful design. What could have been a “dated” white-painted brick wall is actually a chic, timeless element that elevates the entire space,” Westchester-based interior designer Nina Lichtenstein says of the wall. from the dining room. She continues: “The designer’s skillful balance of elements creates a dining room that is both sophisticated and inviting. »

What’s the best way to recreate this industrial-style look? Celebrity New York-based interior designer Kathy Kuo advises Houses and gardens: ‘As long as the painting is perfectly executed, a painted brick wall, like the one in the Clooneys’ old dining room, has all the potential to appear extremely chic! In this particular space I love the very beautiful contrast between the painted and unpainted bricks which mirrors the contrast between the elegant black dining table and the more rustic warm brown wood and rattan chairs.

Kathy Kuo

Kathy Kuo is a celebrated interior designer and international home and lifestyle guru. She has over 20 years of experience in the design industry.

Lichtenstein further recommends, “The key to making white-painted brick walls timeless is style. In this dining room, white brick serves as a neutral backdrop, allowing other design elements to shine. The large abstract art piece hanging on the wall is a perfect example. The colorful painting, framed in light wood, introduces vibrant hues and dynamic energy into the space, making the white brick an integral part of the room’s sophisticated aesthetic rather than an outdated relic.”

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Sirine Linen Side Chair with Rattan Backrest

matte black vases

Wooden dining table

Henning Kjærnulf dining table

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but with the right direction, anything can become beautiful. Under the careful direction of The White Arrow, a risqué element of Amal and George Clooney’s former townhouse is transformed into one of the most striking parts of a modern dining room.