Inside Scooter Braun’s Arts and Crafts Living Room, Where Century-Old Craftsmanship Meets Serene Contemporary Design in Montecito

It's not very often that a house stops me in my tracks. I get to gaze at beautiful homes every day, so it's fair to say I'm a little spoilt for choice. That was until I first laid eyes on a one-of-a-kind period property previously owned by record executive Scooter Braun.

A 1916 Arts & Crafts House located in Montecito, California, is a property that is uniquely special, both inside and out. Designed by the renowned architect Bernard Maybeck, the home's character is evident. From custom millwork to impressively high ceilings, it's a masterpiece.

While the entire design is breathtaking (this is to be expected when you have Clements Design on board), it was the light, bright, and meticulously curated living room that made me rather envious. The epitome of transitional design, it's taught me a lesson in scaling back without compromising on character.

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Scooter's home is undoubtedly impressive. The architecture is vast and open, making every room feel light-filled and serene. It's worth noting, though, that you can recreate a similar feel using decorative pieces. From carved wooden furniture to striking artwork, embracing transitional design principles will make your space feel ultra-cool and accomplished like Scooter's.

Nailing the old and new isn't always easy, but Scooter's transitional living room makes this artful balance look rather simple. Featuring a range of furniture from classic linen sofas to a midcentury armchair (you'll be pleased to know the Ashby square leather armchair from Pottery Barn couldn't be more similar), the bones of the space set its tone.

Characterful additions are layered on top to create intricacy and personality. From the framed artwork to the sculpture, there are small pockets of 'moments' scattered around the space, injecting it with personality and that artful sense of curation.

Of course, what makes the room so successful is its architecture. With high ceilings, arched doorways and impressively large windows, it's the infrastructure that shines. Living up to this standard could, in theory, be tricky, but it's clear that the transitional design style was the best choice, bringing the building's history into the current day.

Scooter's living room is the ultimate quiet luxury haven. Featuring antique as well as contemporary furniture and charming decor, it's sympathetic to the historic architecture without feeling pastiche. Instead, it's a delightfully refreshing and liveable room that exudes style.