Ralph Lauren's Timeless Home Designs Span Decades

From a minimalist Fifth Avenue duplex to a Colorado ranch with elk-horn chandeliers, the designer's interiors have endured for generations.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 6:00pm

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Ralph Lauren's home collections have remained relevant and beloved for over 40 years, with the designer debuting his latest 'Meadow Lane' line inspired by the romance of seaside living. ELLE Decor looks back at some of Lauren's most iconic home designs from their archives, including a Montauk getaway, a pared-down Fifth Avenue apartment, and a sprawling Colorado ranch.

Why it matters

Ralph Lauren's ability to create timeless, enduring home designs that resonate with multiple generations speaks to his unparalleled understanding of American style and craftsmanship. As trends come and go, Lauren's interiors have maintained their appeal, making him a true icon in the world of home design.

The details

Over the decades, Ralph Lauren has showcased his talent for crafting warm, inviting spaces that blend vintage and modern elements. His Montauk home, for example, featured a modest, cedar-shingled exterior but was filled with cozy, lived-in details like teak chaises and vintage towels. In contrast, his Fifth Avenue duplex embraced a minimalist aesthetic with all-white furniture and dark floors, yet still managed to tell a personal story through art and decor. And at his Colorado ranch, hand-hewn cabins were outfitted with antique Navajo blankets, leather sofas, and elk-horn chandeliers, capturing the rugged yet refined spirit of the American West.

  • Ralph Lauren launched his home collection in 1983, making it the first from an American fashion house.
  • In 2018, ELLE Decor featured Ralph Lauren's Double RL Ranch in Colorado as part of the designer's 50th anniversary celebration.
  • In 2026, Ralph Lauren is debuting his latest home collection, 'Meadow Lane', inspired by the romance of seaside living.

The players

Ralph Lauren

An American fashion designer who launched his home collection in 1983 and has since become an icon in the world of interior design, creating timeless, enduring spaces that blend vintage and modern elements.

Ricky Lauren

Ralph Lauren's wife, who has spent summers with him in their Montauk getaway, a cedar-shingled house originally built in 1940.

Oprah Winfrey

A renowned media mogul who spoke at Ralph Lauren's 50th anniversary celebration in Central Park, tracing her first marker of success back to a set of Ralph Lauren towels.

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What they’re saying

“This house has such integrity. It's constructed to follow the contours of the land.”

— Ralph Lauren

“I deal with color all the time when I'm working. When I'm at home, I need to feel like I'm floating on a cloud.”

— Ralph Lauren

“What is real is what lasts.”

— Oprah Winfrey

What’s next

In April 2026, ELLE Decor will feature a full story on Ralph Lauren's new 'Meadow Lane' home collection, exploring how the designer has remained perfectly timeless while also becoming the moment.

The takeaway

Ralph Lauren's enduring appeal in the world of home design lies in his ability to create warm, inviting spaces that blend vintage and modern elements, capturing the essence of American style and craftsmanship. His timeless interiors have resonated with multiple generations, making him a true icon in the industry.