Timeless California charm, layered with linen and soul
Diane Keaton’s Spanish Colonial Revival home is a love letter to California design history. Set against sun-washed walls and framed by olive trees, her spaces feel as storied as the architecture itself. With a passion for preservation and a flair for minimalism, Keaton captures the essence of old-world California, where Spanish influences meet the rugged, relaxed beauty of the West. It’s a look that feels equally at home today, and one we naturally gravitate toward at Solino Home.
Originally featured in Architectural Digest, Keaton’s home channels adobe missions, vintage ranch houses, and the handmade warmth of the past. Here’s how to recreate the look in your own home, one linen layer at a time.
California, Rooted in History
Spanish Colonial Revival architecture gained popularity in California in the early 20th century, a romantic response to the state’s Spanish missions and Mediterranean climate. Keaton’s home pays homage to this legacy with white plaster walls, terra cotta tiles, iron detailing, all designed to age beautifully over time.
To bring that historic feeling into your own space, start with a neutral but cozy foundation. Our Santa Barbara Pillow Covers in the color Natural evokes that sun-faded elegance, especially when paired with rustic wood, vintage ceramics, or simple iron candleholders. It’s California cool with a reverence for the past.
Mix the Old with the Honest
Keaton’s interiors are filled with flea market treasures and reclaimed architectural pieces, but always balanced with simplicity. It’s clear from her home, she isn’t afraid of bold pops of color, just like a vibrant, hand-painted Spanish Tile. For your own pop of color this summer incorporate our Cabana Stripe Napkins in Bright Summer Stripe into your tabletop.
Breezy, Sun-Filled Living
Black steel-framed windows open wide to reveal sun-drenched rooms, no drapery in sight, only light. If you’re after that breezy effect, our Sheer Linen Curtains add privacy without blocking the California sun. Go for a soft flax or ivory tone to keep things airy and inviting. The sheerer, the better!
A Home That Tells a Story
Keaton’s home isn’t about trends, it’s about time. It honors craftsmanship, patina, and the beauty of materials that only get better with age. It’s a reminder that design is deeply personal, and every room should reflect who you are and what you love.
That’s the ethos behind Solino Home too. Our linens are made to live with you, wrinkle, wash, and age gracefully. Whether you’re setting a table for two or layering textures in your living room, your home should feel soulful, not staged.
California dreaming starts at home. Let Diane Keaton’s timeless retreat inspire you to embrace linen, lean into history, and design a space with heart.
This article was originally featured in Architectural Digest
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