A Timeless New York City Apartment Filled with Collected Treasures near Central Park

We're stepping inside the charming Upper West Side apartment of Alexander Widener, a true collector at heart with a passion for storytelling through design.

His New York City apartment, shared with his husband and their beloved pup Rudy, is a richly layered home filled with thoughtfully sourced antiques, stacks of cherished books and a vibrant color palette inspired by neighboring Central Park. From layered pillows to custom curtains, textiles play a large role throughout the space and add warmth and a sense of lived-in charm to this collected yet welcoming apartment.

Alexander shares more about his love of interiors on TikTok where he explains the design history of popular design trends like toile textiles and Wedgwood ceramics. he also offers a glimpse into his newest project, a charming home and guest house in Maine.

We also join Alexander for a serene walk through Central Park with his dog as he shares his favorite spots and the natural inspirations behind his home’s color palette. He also shares tips on how to care for topiaries—a skill he’s mastered over time.