Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis didn’t want a traditional Hollywood mansion. They spent years designing a home that reflected their values — simple, sustainable, and family-focused. The couple even built the entire structure around one unexpected feature from their previous home.
Perched on a six-acre hilltop, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis’ home was designed to resemble an old barn that had been repurposed into a residence. However, every detail was carefully planned to create a space that felt both rustic and modern.
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher appearing via video call on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on May 4, 2020 | Source: Getty Images
The couple worked closely with an architect and interior designer for five years to bring their vision to life. Despite its scale, they made it clear that they weren’t looking for an extravagant estate. Their primary focus was creating a warm and functional space for their family.
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher on April 25, 2014, in Indio, California | Source: Getty Images
A Barn-Style Home with a Modern Twist
The Los Angeles farmhouse is more than just a barn-inspired structure—it is a carefully planned retreat. From the beginning, they made it clear that they weren’t looking for a showpiece. “We wanted a home, not an estate,” said Kunis.
“We wanted the house to look like an old barn, something that had been here for decades, that was then converted into a house. But it also had to feel modern and relevant,” her husband elaborated.
The property includes a main house, a guesthouse that doubles as an entertainment barn, and a barbecue pavilion. The structures are arranged along a central axis to take full advantage of the property’s scenic views.
Designed by architect Howard Backen, the home combines traditional and contemporary elements. Reclaimed wood, board-form concrete, and large glass windows give it a rustic yet modern feel. The couple was deeply involved in every decision, from the size of the beams to the texture of the materials.
Although the house was built to resemble a barn, its interior avoids a purely farmhouse aesthetic. Instead, interior designer Vicky Charles incorporated refined touches giving a more contemporary feel.
Every piece of furniture and décor was carefully selected to create a stylish, functional, and comfortable space for their family.
One of the home’s most unexpected design choices came from a chandelier from their previous house. During a virtual interview, Kunis explained that she had never liked the piece, calling it “obnoxious.” Instead of getting rid of it, she and Kutcher found a way to make it work by designing their new home around it.
The striking fixture now hangs in the center of the space, creating a bold contrast against the home’s otherwise understated design. “How do we make the chandelier less obnoxious? Let’s put a barn around it,” she recalled their thought process at the time.
Rather than following conventional design rules, they embraced the challenge of integrating old elements into their new space. However, their vision for their home extended far beyond aesthetics. Sustainability played a key role in the design, ensuring their property was not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible.
A Home Built for Their Growing Family
Kutcher and Kunis ensured their home was both energy-efficient and self-sufficient. The entire property runs on solar power, generating more energy than it consumes. Beyond renewable energy, the couple also focused on clean living and regenerative farming.
They dug a well to irrigate their land and grow their own crops, reducing their reliance on external resources. Sustainability was a key priority from the start, influencing both the materials used and the way the home interacts with the surrounding environment.
Their commitment to clean living extended beyond the structure itself, making the property as self-sufficient as possible. They also wanted to create a home that would grow with their family. When construction began, Kunis was pregnant with their first child, which influenced many of their design choices.
Rather than building a formal estate, they wanted a space where their children, Wyatt, 8, and Dimitri, 10, could play and explore freely. Every detail was planned with family life in mind, ensuring the home was both functional and welcoming.
Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher and their children, Wyatt and Dimitri, during the WNBA basketball game on May 24, 2024, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
Kutcher once spoke about how their home provides a sense of balance, saying, “If the world around you isn’t in order, it’s hard to get your brain in order. When we’re in our home, the world just makes sense.”
The couple’s dedication to family extends beyond their own household. Years before completing their dream home, Kunis took on another meaningful project.
Mila Kunis on June 21, 2012 in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images
