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Not many people would find themselves on a beach in Bali, scouring the internet for prime Los Angeles real estate. But, such is the life of Riawna Capri, celebrity hairstylist and co-owner of one of West Hollywood's coolest salons, Nine Zero One. (Capri's first name is pronounced just like Rihanna's, for the record!)
Capri and her roommates had just moved out of their shared house when she got called on a work trip halfway across the world. Obviously, she couldn’t say no (it was Bali, after all), but with no place to call home afterward, the stakes for this search were high.
When Capri saw a posting for an expansive, modernist home at the top of winding Laurel Canyon, she instantly felt it was the winner. Hours after hitting the tarmac, Capri walked in and knew she had to have it.
With help from friend and aspiring interior designer Amber Lancaster, Capri's new digs are now fully decorated in her signature boho aesthetic, and ready for their big debut. So, she called up her best pals (and us!) to come over and celebrate with her favorite libation (rosé), some light bites, and a healthy dose of her infectious laughter. With a busy schedule styling celebrities like Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, and Julianne Hough, it’s no wonder Capri needs such a great place to unwind.
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Welcome! As you can see, Capri (and one of her pups) is ready for our tour. What you may not see is that Capri's house is nestled high in Laurel Canyon, with sweeping views of L.A.'s rolling Hollywood Hills.
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The living room’s soaring ceilings make way for a wall of built-ins, which houses a record collection Capri inherited from her dad, a subtle nod to Laurel Canyon’s rock-'n'-roll history. (Joni Mitchell and Cass Elliot are just a few musicians who called the canyon home.)
Nickey Kehoe Moroccan Pom Pom Throw Blanket, $210.00, available at Nickey Kehoe; Nickey Kehoe T Chair,$1275.00, available at Nickey Kehoe.
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When the house isn’t full of friends — which is not very often! — Riawna can be found curled up on her sofa with pups, Kai Oytee and Jazzy Fae, and girlfriend Morgan Beau.
If Kai Oytee (left) seems a little shy, it's because she's half coyote and half Romanian street dog, so it takes her a little while to warm up to new people. Capri adopted her from a friend who brought her to the states from Eastern Europe!
Tip: Two CB2 armless sofas were pushed together to make a more expansive seating arrangement that better suits the space.
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Capri has a serious love for rose gold — and rosé! This nook houses a vintage tray in her favorite hue, and a few of her favorite wines, as well as her father's vintage record player. Bright green foliage and a large geode add a rich, earthy energy to the shelf.
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Plants thrive in the bright light of Capri's living room, offering a little extra bohemian touch.
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Capri's vintage train-cart coffee table displays books that sum up her passions quite perfectly: Face Forward by the late makeup legend Kevyn Aucoin, Gypset Living and Travel, and the lust-worthy Poolside With Slim Aarons.
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The kitchen's clean lines are balanced by a colorful stripe-print rug and potted desert plants.
Nickey Kehoe Creative Women Ribbed Stripe Hand Towel, $30.00, available at Nickey Kehoe.
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Capri keeps neat stacks of Pendleton towels on hand for guests who spend the night. The dark, moody guest bathroom on the main floor looks out on her bright and lush front patio.
Pendleton Chief Joseph Spa Towel,$49.50, available at PENDLETON; Pendleton Mountain Majesty Towel,$49.50, available at PENDLETON.
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"It's the first place I've lived that I don't want to leave," Capri tells us. "I'd rather have everyone come to my house than go out somewhere." By the looks of that merino wool throw with sheepskin stripes, it's hard to imagine she would ever want to leave her bed, either.
Jayson Home Sheep Wool Throw,$1195.00, available at Jayson Home; Matteo Folk Sham Single, $102.00, available at Matteo.
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The house has three (yes, three!) beautifully-weathered wooden decks overlooking the canyon. The bottom level is attached to the master bedroom, and has been left almost completely bare. A vintage lounger and potted plant reside on the quietest of her outdoor spaces.
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Though Capri crafts cocktails using herbs from her garden, she’ll be the first to admit she’s not a big cook. A quick call to Stir Market, a local gourmet food-hall, put a spread on the table faster than you can say "easy entertaining."
Arranged artfully on serveware from CB2, Jayson Home, Crate & Barrel, and Nickey-Kehoe, the spread of flatbreads, salads, and charcuterie was ideal for an evening in with friends. And, a membership to Club W keeps her wine fridge well-stocked.
Nickey Kehoe Coffee Wood Tasting Spoon, $24.95, available at Nickey Kehoe; Jayson Home Kasbah Brass Round Trays, $18.00, available at Jayson Home; Jayson Home Horn Handle Spreader, $14.00, available at Jayson Home; CB2 Hex Green Marble Board, $19.95, available at CB2; CB2 Campfire Small Bowl, $19.95, available at CB2; Crate & Barrel Tondo Plate,$6.00, available at Crate & Barrel.
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Capri says what she loves about her home is that when you’re there, you "don’t feel like you’re in L.A." The sweeping deck adjacent to the living room is just as much part of the house as the interiors. "I love using rugs on the floor outside, having comfortable furniture, warm lighting, and really embracing the idea of outdoor living."
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See, we told you Capri loves rose gold and rosé!
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"The joke with my friends is that it’s always Riawna, plus 12," she says. She loves having everyone get together, so much so that she hosts a girls' night for which everyone has to bring someone who no one else knows to expand her friend group even more. “I kept finding myself at the salon saying to clients, 'You need to meet so and so, and you need to meet so and so…'" Eventually, Capri took it upon herself to do what she does best — play host.
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Mismatched serving plates add eclectic charm to Capri's entertaining style.
CB2 Hex Green Marble Board, $19.95, available at CB2.
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“I like cocktail parties, I like sunsets, I like long walks on the beach,” Capri jokes. Her love for entertaining is evident as soon as her guests start to trickle in. Everyone feels comfortable. Maybe it’s the hillside vistas, the bountiful cheese board, or the plethora of places to lounge, but her canyon hideaway seems the perfect place to spend the evening. Here, she looks out at the canyon with her sister.
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It seems Capri has a natural way of mixing business with pleasure: Her friends are her clients, and her clients, her friends. When Julianne Hough recently decided to dye her hair a bold shade of pink, naturally she called upon her confidante, Capri.
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Candlelight made the mood a bit warmer as the “goddess cards” came out. Geared toward women, the cards reveal how to improve your life, health, relationships, career, and more. It seems a night at Capri’s may just be what every woman needs.
Crate & Barrel Crosby Small Lantern,$69.65, available at Crate & Barrel; Crate & Barrel Celena Gray Stripe Pillow, $59.95, available at Crate & Barrel.
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By the time we left Capri and the girls, the sun had long set, but the drinks stayed fresh, and the music kept playing.
Crate & Barrel Jasper Wine Glasses,$7.95, available at Crate & Barrel.