Paul Wesley is known for his role on The Vampire Diaries as well as his work across television and film throughout his career. The 44-year-old actor has become a design enthusiast with a passion for architectural and curated aesthetics. Now, he and his wife Natalie Kuckenburg, 26, have opened the doors to their newly renovated two-story loft in downtown New York City to showcase their life together, just weeks after announcing their latest marriage in an intimate civil ceremony. The home tour highlights the inspiration behind the renovation, from carefully selected vintage pieces to details influenced by Keukenberg’s Brazilian heritage.
The renovated New York loft features vintage furniture, arched windows and a private roof deck, reflecting the couple’s shared appreciation for thoughtful design. Image source (Instagram)
According to Architectural Digest, Paul Wesley and Natalie Kuekenberg explain that purchasing real estate is “spontaneous.” They worked with architect Jack Wetting and designer Alan Eckstein to decorate their space with pieces they will both love for the next chapter of their lives.
Paul Wesley and Natalie Kuckenburg’s New York Loft Renovation Process
Wesley, a New Jersey native who considered New York City his “playground” while growing up, is a long-time lover of all things design. In addition to his residence in the city, the actor also owns homes in Los Angeles and Austin. The transformation of the home, which features arched windows and a private roof deck, began with a complete renovation overseen by Wetterling, followed by a design renovation led by Eckstein.
Natalie incorporated elements inspired by her Brazilian roots, adding warm textures, natural woods, and personal details to give the New York City home a unique charm. Image source (Instagram)
Wesley expressed his appreciation for the vintage pieces and aged materials throughout the space. “I have always admired things that are old and have stories,” he told the media in a feature report. His design philosophy reflected his desire to incorporate meaningful pieces of history and character into their new home.
Natalie Kuckenburg incorporates Brazilian heritage into apartment design
As for Kuekenberg, she was leaning toward reflecting her Brazilian heritage on the walls of her new home during the renovation. “I have absolutely no design background, but I’m half German, half Brazilian. Paul and I took a trip to Brazil and brought a lot of details back to the apartment from there, combining the texture of the white brick with the wood and the little parts that gave it life,” she told the outlet.
The couple’s rescue dog Gregg loves one of Natalie’s favorite spots in the attic – a comfy couch that has become the centerpiece of their home. Image source (Instagram)
One of her favorite spots in the entire residence is the couch because she loves cuddling with the couple’s dog, Greggy. The rescue pup even made a cameo in their wedding photos, which Kulkenberg shared earlier a month after announcing their marriage.
Meeting and Engagement of Paul Wesley and Natalie Kuekenberg
While the exact time the two officially started dating is unclear, they were first linked in November 2022 when they were spotted together in Italy. Wesley later revealed that the two first met on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” noting that their first meeting took place in “classic” fashion at a bar in New York City. “I think it’s rare these days because everyone meets online and there are these dating apps. Like the classic pretty girl at the bar. I took one look at it and I thought, “Okay, I’ll try my best.” ‘”The couple got engaged last summer, announcing the news in a July 19 Instagram post along with a photo of Kulkenberg’s sparkling new ring. The engagement marked a major milestone in their relationship before they finally decided to get married in an intimate civil ceremony, which they revealed to the public just weeks before opening their home to the press.
