Today host Jenna Bush Hager stunned on Wednesday’s show after the NBC show got a glimpse inside an incredible New York City townhouse with TikTok star Caleb Simpson.
During the latest episode of Today with Hoda & Jenna, contributor Donna Farizan revealed how she got the chance to tag along with Caleb, who made a name for himself by asking New Yorkers how much they pay for rent, as they headed to the stunning home of LoveShackFancy founder Rebecca Hessel Cohen.
Rebecca and husband Todd Cohen began renovating their property more than six years ago, and even Jenna, 42, was impressed by the “gorgeous” home, which features a speakeasy, massive closets and a carport.
When Rebecca took Caleb and Donna inside their West Village abode, the latter said it was like “being transported to France,” while designer Rebecca revealed that they always had “lots of fresh flowers” before sharing some details about the interior.
“All these panels are from Paris. They are original, they are inspired by the Picasso museum,” he explained, before adding: “There are 156 antique sconces in this house,” as viewers were treated to a view of his luxurious marble bathroom and ornate white fireplaces.
LoveShackFancy founder Rebecca Hessel Cohen showed off her incredible New York townhouse on Wednesday’s episode of Today with Hoda & Jenna
The stunning West Village property is certainly inspired by Paris when it comes to the furnishings.
Rebecca mentioned the fact that her house is full of antiques and she likes to have fresh flowers scattered everywhere.
One living room in particular featured cream-colored armchairs covered in designer throws and an antique marble and gold coffee table, as well as a curved sofa and built-in bookshelves.
Rebecca then showed off one of the hidden bars in her home as a shocked Donna asked, “How many speakeasies?” as she replied, “You’ve seen two, you’ll see more,” as she opened the door to one that was adorned with crystal glasses and a marble sink.
The trio then entered an elevator and headed to the street level of the townhouse as Rebecca divulged, “I need to feel inspired wherever I am,” as they entered a living and dining room complete with more antique-looking furniture.
Rebecca’s rectangular dining table was covered in several tablecloths and adorned with fresh flowers, with a huge white armoire behind it and a beautiful chandelier completing the room.
He then pointed to the gilded mirrors in the room and described them as “original” before revealing that they had all been converted into televisions, leaving Donna stunned.
She and Caleb then got a chance to tour the kitchen, which featured wood cabinets and marble countertops, as well as a stunning black and gold stove and more antique sconces on the wall.
As the trio headed toward a small, fairytale-like patio, complete with several plants and fabric-covered tables, they walked toward the garage to meet Rebecca’s husband, Todd, who is also her business partner.
Rebecca revealed that the ornate gold mirrors actually double as televisions.
A fabric-covered dining table is flanked by gold chairs, as well as a stunning chandelier and several bouquets of fresh flowers.
One of the bedrooms has a chandelier hanging from the ceiling and the bed is equally well decorated.
Rebecca is clearly a fan of the color pink and loves to show off her dining room decor on Instagram.
The carriage house was just as cozy and included several sofas, as well as three huge chandeliers, more ornate gilded mirrors, and many, many candles.
Caleb then got a chance to climb the monkey bars in the couple’s basement gym and even got to snoop through the “many closets,” including Rebecca’s personal one, which she said she likes to keep “very clean.”
He finished his tour by doing his usual bed test, but as expected, Rebecca ordered him to take off his shoes first while her husband watched.
Almost a year ago, in August 2023, the couple invited Architectural summary at their home and Rebecca revealed that when they first purchased the property, it was “a total mess.”
“But when I first walked through it and then went to the carriage house in the back, which was the most magnificent thing I’ve ever seen in New York City, I thought, ‘I don’t know what we have to do, but we have to take this house,'” she told the publication.
Todd described the renovation process as “intense,” explaining: “The house dates back to the late 19th century, so it took courage to make all those changes.”
The couple, who share two daughters, described their children’s rooms as LoveShackFancy-Land, a reference to Rebecca’s clothing brand.
Rebecca was more than happy to give Today contributor Donna Farizan and TikTok star Caleb Simpson a tour of her home.
The mother of two revealed she has several secret bars within the property.
The incredible Manhattan home even has a fairytale backyard and a garage.
Viewers also got a quick, brief glimpse of Rebecca’s luxurious marble bathroom.
“Because of its floor and its spaces, I feel that way because it makes me feel warm and cozy, and I love it so much,” she told AD.
“But then, when I want to feel like an adult and experience a beautiful, inspiring, textured and sophisticated environment, I can go to the upper floors. It was about creating a balance.”
She said of her husband: “Todd was very tender about everything. He was always looking to add touches of pink throughout the house. Suddenly he would say, ‘Maybe this room should be pink.'”
The happy couple enlisted the help of interior designer Benjamin Vandiver to renovate their stunning space.
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