Jessica Alba founded The Honest Company and became one of Hollywood's most visible advocates for nontoxic living. That same ethos shaped the renovation of her Hollywood Hills home, which reflects her commitment to sustainability and healthy living. The renovation reflected Alba's goal of making the house more comfortable for her family and less harmful to the environment. Her new home is a work of art, according to Kari Whitman Interiors. Whitman said Alba wanted the home to be "as earth-, pet- and kid-friendly as possible," calling her one of the most creative, unconventional clients she's designed for. Alba's residence is filled with colors like blue, brown, and maroon tones, and natural wood. Her house uses a more restrained palette and mix of materials than many celebrity homes. The mix of modern rustic elements makes her house more comfortable for Alba and her family.
Salvaged furniture did the heavy lifting, not new purchases
Instead of filling the residence with newly manufactured items, Whitman created the interiors with recovered objects and vintage finds. The reclaimed nightstands in Alba’s main bedroom, complemented by Murano glass table lamps, add texture that new furniture would not achieve. Even the dining room, centered on a dark finished table and an exquisite chandelier, feels timeless. The reason for those furnishing choices becomes clearer on closer inspection. Sofas, tables, chairs, and even mattresses are among the largest streams of discarded household goods in the United States, and only a small fraction is reused after consumers discard them. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency , this category is measured separately because of its low reuse and recycling rates. One way to keep furniture out of the waste stream is to shop for reclaimed items, which can be more affordable than many people expect
