Clare Vivier and Kate Berry Design a SoCal-Inspired French Manor

Fashion designer Clare Vivier, with interior designer Kate Berry, has renovated a 19th-century manor in France, blending Southern California's relaxed aesthetic with traditional French elegance. The project, featured in Architectural Digest, showcases Vivier's signature style—sun-washed, casual luxury—applied to historic architecture. Key elements include light-filled spaces, natural materials, and a mix of vintage and contemporary furnishings. The collaboration highlights a cross-cultural design dialogue, merging Provencal charm with Californian cool. Vivier, known for her eponymous handbag and accessories brand, brought her eye for clean lines and warm textures to the residence. Berry, a Los Angeles-based designer, contributed her expertise in creating livable, layered interiors. The manor, located in the French countryside, now serves as a family retreat that honors its heritage while embracing modern comfort.