With an amazing grand staircase and gorgeous vaulted ceilings, why would you want to ever leave? Itâs very dramatic. But Iâm not itching to change anything.â This seems a remarkably satisfied outlook for someone who is constantly pushing boundaries elsewhere in her life. He received his undergraduate degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1961, his J.D. And very personal.ââIn the kitchen, we kept everything casual and comfortable, with rustic beams, plastered walls, and reclaimed terra cotta floors. Longtime Pasadena resident Erika Girardi, breakout star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, took time out to show us around the home she and husband Tom have made their own.PHOTOS BY: Meeno, Shannon Cottrell and Fernando CerdaFew TV phenomena are as ubiquitous as the Real Housewives franchise. Girardi graduated from Loyola High School (Los Angeles) in 1957. I just happen to really blow mine out!â And that she does. Itâs the perfect yard for entertaining.ââFor Erikaâs closet, we wanted to evoke an exotic flair in the Old Hollywood sense, with intricate fretwork and pagoda details incorporated into the built-in cabinetry and millwork.â As there was a large structural post that we could not get rid of in the center of the space, we chose instead to embellish it as an old wood cabinet, with frescos painted on canvases on the cabinet panels to evoke a sense of history.ââIn the living room and library, we added coffered ceilings and intricately parqueted floors, all with the intention of bringing the house back to its original character.ââThe grounds were originally designed by the Olmstead brothers (American landscape design pioneers).We went back to Brookline, MA, where the Olmstead brothersâ archives are, and got some of the original plans. Recently, Girardi met us at the massive door to her home and graciously led us inside for a tour. The room is great for a formal dinner, but usually itâs just Tom and I here. In addition to the religious art, lithographs by Chagall and Miró share space with ancient Greek tile mosaics, nearly life-sized sequin bedecked portraits of Erika Jayne performing, and curios such a tiny stuffed lamb (which expired of natural causes, Girardi assures us) and a soon-to-come albino octopus in a tank among the libraryâs books.Now 10 years following the completion of work that took two years, Girardi says she still wouldnât change much. Walk outside – and the grounds are sexy too. The biggest revelation across all of last seasonâs Real Housewives might have been the breakout popularity of Pasadena resident Erika Girardi in her first season on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (the show makes a bit of a geographic allowance. This beautiful, multi-level pool is perfectly manicured and even has it’s own rose garden.The grand staircase is true Hollywood glamour – just like Erika herself.The ornate vaulted ceilings have artwork that rival anything in Italy – and would make you feel like you’re on vacation or in a museum every day.Erika’s closet is like a small, high-end boutique complete with multiple jewelry displays, lighted shoe racks, a fur section, and plenty of pink.Last but not least we have a shot of Erika’s sexy tees, small purses and a set of sparkly heels. I wanted it bright and airy.
And like Girardi herself, they are both lovely and unapologetic. Theyâve kinda been through it.â Spoken like a real housewife.âIn the entry, we kept the original travertine floors and antique front door, as well as incorporated architectural elements that evoked Myron Huntâs original aesthetic, including wood paneling on the walls and wrought iron railing at the stairs.ââThe chapel was created as a sanctuary for Erika to find peace and tranquility. Iâm not going to knock down any walls,â says Erika Girardi, âI would like to get some new drapes, though. Thomas Vincent Girardi was born on June 3, 1939 in Denver, Colorado. Begun in 2006 with The Real Housewives of Orange County, the programming juggernaut now boasts nine domestic versions as well as a number of international casts. She is also clearly proud of her house, a 1920s era structure that she and husband Tom wanted to return to its true 1920s grandeur. Talk about a juicy scoop! [otw_shortcode_sidebars sidebar_id=”otw-sidebar-1″][/otw_shortcode_sidebars] We found rare relics in Europe, antique religious elements from Mexico and stone carvings from Italyâand all were incorporated into the architecture of the space, as a serene albeit inspiring place.ââThis is my dining room. Her latest dance single, âHow Many F**ks?â, went to No. degree from Loyola Law School in 1964, and an LL.M. We can eat here, (two chairs by the fire) and itâs really kind of intimate and fun.
Melissa and Joe Gorga's Custom Built New Jersey Home | Open House TV - Duration: 6:01. It was jaw-dropping, to … âMaybe a few upgrades, Iâd like to have a couple pieces reupholstered. Career.
This quiet space, a peacefully private oasis for Girardi, is majestically appointed with a vaulted ceiling fresco and religious statuary and sculptures from around the world.If itâs the details that ultimately make a home, this ultimate home is no exception. from New York University in 1965. With an amazing grand staircase and gorgeous vaulted ceilings, why would you want to ever leave?Walk outside – and the grounds are sexy too. Open House TV 1,055,376 views.
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