From Minimalist Chic to Maximalist Magic: Inside 5 Beautifully Designed Homes | Open House Tours

Open House host Sara Gore begins this episode in a 4,000-square-foot duplex on the Upper West Side. Set within the landmarked former Central Savings Bank, this 1920 building was reimagined as condominiums two decades ago. The residence pairs the grandeur of high ceilings and western light with custom Italian millwork and a tranquil upper-level suite complete with terrace.

Next, we visit the Nolita apartment of fashion designer Danielle Fichera, who transformed a minimalist white box into a richly layered home of color and texture. Lush green and blue tones connect the glass-walled bedroom to a serene living room framed by bespoke cabinetry and books. In the kitchen, vintage cane dining chairs complement a Saarinen table beneath pendant lights that blend eras with quiet elegance. From marble slabs in the bathroom to a luminous floral motif throughout, Danielle’s design reveals her eye for detail, cohesive color palettes, and simple silhouettes.

From Manhattan we zip off to Amsterdam, where architect Robbert de Goede walks us through how he converted a former monastery gymnasium in the Jordaan district into a soaring family residence. The structure’s industrial frame now supports a luminous home of steel, wood, and concrete, softened by skylights and natural materials. A central staircase anchors the multi-tiered layout, while a dramatic fireplace, eucalyptus wood dressing room, and marble-lined bathroom balance drama with intimacy.

Meanwhile, back in Los Angeles designer Dani Dazey opens the doors to the Hurley House, a vibrant Sherman Oaks residence created for musicians Andy Hurley of Fall Out Boy and Meredith Allen Hurley of The Millionaires. From a red lounge illuminated by wedding neon to a “disco cowgirl” office sparkling with mirrored cacti, each room bursts with color and personality. The result? A joyful blend of music, art, and fearless maximalist design.

Next up: Set designer and prop master Shawn Patrick Anderson invites us into his East Village duplex, Bungalow 45, and to his Acme Prop House in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Anderson’s home is an exuberant collage of art, mirrors, and found objects...pretty much a creative extension of the world he curates for film and television (including NBC). His prop house, filled with cameras, vases, and vintage curiosities, serves as both a workshop and an archive of imagination.

Finally, the episode concludes on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, where interior designer Melanie Calder Russo unveils a modern 6,200-square-foot duplex that was assembled by combining two adjoining units. With panoramic views of Central Park, a moody primary suite anchored by a four-poster bed and chrome-yellow daybed, and a sculptural staircase connecting two expansive levels, Calderaro’s vision merges elegance and comfort. From the hammered bronze-paneled floating wall that greets you upon entering this apartment to the five rings of light in the dining area suspended over a handmade walnut-and-bronze dining table to help amp up the drama and emphasize the 22-ft floor-to-ceiling windows, it’s evident this modern abode features plenty of glamour, luxury, and bespoke touches.

From a reimagined Amsterdam gymnasium to art-filled New York apartments and a colorful Los Angeles retreat, these beautiful residences reveal the many ways design can turn living spaces into reflections of personal artistry.

That being said: Which lovely abode featured in this week's episode of Open House is most your style? Let's chat in the comments!

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