Cher has never been known for doing things halfway, and her home was no different. High above Los Angeles, the singer and actor once created a duplex that was every bit as distinctive as her personality glamorous, dramatic and filled with pieces collected from different parts of the world.The home, featured by Architectural Digest in its July 2010 issue and revisited by the magazine in 2026, covered about 4,000 square feet across two floors. Cher worked closely with interior designer Martyn Lawrence-Bullard to turn the space into something that felt personal rather than like a typical celebrity home.Cher bought the Los Angeles duplex in 2006 for $3 million and later sold the property in 2013 for $5.25 million. Before it changed hands, the home had become a reflection of her distinctive taste, filled with antiques, artwork and decor inspired by different parts of the world.
Cher wanted her home to feel personal
Cher had a very clear idea of what she wanted. Rather than filling the apartment with bright colors, she chose a softer palette of creams, ivory, white and beige, then brought in eye-catching furniture, antiques and artwork to give the rooms character.She described her goal as “something ethnic, spicy and romantic.” The idea was unusual but very much in keeping with Cher’s taste, which mixed different cultures, periods and styles without making the home feel overly formal.The singer was also closely involved in the decorating process. Lawrence-Bullard recalled working through color samples with her, while Cher explained that she knew what she liked when she saw it. Their collaboration helped shape the apartment into a space that felt less like a showroom and more like her own private retreat.
Two floors became one open space
The original apartment had 12 rooms, but Lawrence-Bullard changed the layout dramatically. The rooms were opened up to create two large, loft-like floors connected by a spiral staircase.Cher’s bedroom took over the entire upper floor. It included an antique Indian-panelled platform bed, a sitting area and a striking bathroom with a 19th-century stone tub placed in the center of the room. The bedroom also offered sweeping views stretching from Malibu toward Hollywood.The bathroom was one of the most theatrical parts of the home. Gold-embroidered gauze could surround the tub, while mirrored panels concealed the dressing area. Lawrence-Bullard compared the space to something “very Cleopatra,” which gives an idea of just how dramatic the design was.
A living room designed for comfort
Downstairs, Cher had what she called her “parlor,” a relaxed living space where the design became more about comfort and atmosphere.Backlit panels featuring Indian deities greeted visitors near the entrance, while hand-carved screens hid the modern kitchen appliances. A centuries-old Chinese opium bed was also placed in the room and doubled as a guest space and television nook.The living room opened onto a terrace overlooking Los Angeles. Lawrence-Bullard also designed a large L-shaped sofa specifically for Cher. She preferred deep cushions and plenty of room to stretch out, explaining that she would rather sit on the floor than squeeze onto a narrow sofa.That detail says a lot about the home. For all its expensive antiques and glamorous touches, Cher clearly wanted the apartment to be somewhere she could actually relax.
Indian, Chinese and Moroccan influences
One of the most interesting things about Cher’s Los Angeles home was how many different influences came together under one roof.The master suite featured a 19th-century Indian tapestry with gold and silver thread, antique Indian panels and a palace-inspired façade covering the dressing room. Elsewhere, Moroccan mirrors, Chinese furniture and Indian artwork added to the mix.Instead of following one strict design style, Cher and Lawrence-Bullard created a home that moved between different influences. The neutral colors helped tie everything together, allowing the more unusual pieces to stand out.
Why the home mattered to Cher?
For Cher, the home was not simply about impressive interiors. It also gave her a place to escape the attention that came with being one of the world’s most recognizable entertainers.She told AD that her homes had become “sanctuaries” because of the growing intrusion of paparazzi. That helps explain why the apartment was designed to feel calm and private despite its glamorous appearance.Cher also connected her home with her interest in Buddhism and spirituality. She said her houses were “passions” and described her changing interiors as reflections of her own evolving interests and personality.
Cher’s home was as individual as she was
What makes Cher’s Los Angeles high-rise memorable is that it never feels like a generic celebrity property. The apartment had luxury, but it also had personality.From the antique Indian bed and dramatic bathroom to the oversized sofas and carefully hidden modern appliances, almost every room reflected something Cher wanted around her. The result was glamorous without being completely untouchable.