Former ‘Queer Eye’ Star Thom Filicia Reimagined This $18.5 Million Cottage in the Hamptons
- Celebrity designer Thom Filicia has recently completed a comprehensive overhaul of a seven-year-old Amagansett house in the Hamptons, blending timeless character with smart, elevated interiors curated by Filicia himself.
Celebrity designer Thom Filicia has put his mark on a spacious house in the Hamptons, and the result is a masterclass in understated, modern coastal design.
Listed with Catherine Juracich at Corcoran for $18.5 million , the seven-year-old Amagansett abode on Meeting House Lane is freshly emerged from a comprehensive overhaul that reimagines what a traditional shingled cottage in the Hamptons can be. Spearheaded by Botta Sferrazza , the home blends timeless character with smart, elevated interiors—all curated by Filicia, who rose to prominence on the original 2003 TV series Queer Eye and its Bravo spinoff Get a Room with Carson & Thom .
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Filicia oversaw every detail of the interiors, from the lighting and finishes to the custom furnishings. The effect is relaxed and polished—comfortable without being predictable. That balance was rooted in his longstanding relationship with the homeowners, having previously designed their residence in New York City.
The double-height great room has glass walls that offer views of the backyard.
"Our vision was to create a space that felt authentic to the vernacular of the Hamptons, but also fresh, youthful, and energetic," Filicia tells Robb Report . "It was important that the interiors reflected the spirit of the area while offering a distinct perspective from their city home—something that felt like a true escape but still aligned with their overall point of view."
The main house spans roughly 5,500 square feet and with nine bedrooms and nine bathrooms, plus for powder rooms, there's room for plenty of family and friends. At the center is a double-height great room with not just one but three fireplaces and oversized glass walls that open to the backyard. A sleek Smallbone of Devizes kitchen is outfitted with Gaggenau and Miele appliances and flows into the dining and family rooms, creating a layout tailor made for low-key entertaining.
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A sculptural dual-facing fireplace anchors and connects the kitchen and great room.
"We were really thoughtful about the layout and flow," Filicia says. "By connecting the kitchen—which sits at the center of the house—to the main living and family spaces, we created a natural rhythm that supports both everyday life and entertaining. The kitchen, back kitchen, and bar became the true heart of the home."
Another key feature is the sculptural, monolithic fireplace that anchors the living spaces. "Inspired by traditional New England architecture, the dual-facing fireplace connects the kitchen and great room and serves as both a visual and functional focal point," he adds. "Everything in the home essentially spins off of it."
Upstairs, the primary suite includes a sitting area with fireplace, a large bathroom with soaking tub and shower, a separate office, and a private terrace. Three additional ensuite bedrooms are also on this level. The lower floor offers a den, rec space, and two more bedrooms.
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The primary bedroom sports a fireplace sitting area, a large bath, an office, and private terrace.
The interiors are grounded in tactile, natural materials that draw from the surrounding environment. "We selected tiles, stones, bricks, and woods that felt true to the language of the area—materials that evoke the timeless, effortless yet sophisticated spirit of Amagansett living," says Filicia. "It's the kind of home where you can kick off your shoes, unwind, and really settle in. Anyone who connects with the easy elegance and energy of Amagansett would feel right at home here."
Speaking of relaxing, the backyard is designed for summer living with a 75-foot gunite pool, hot tub, and plenty of room to lounge or entertain. Need even more room? There's also an 1,800-square-foot detached guest cottage at the rear of the property, with three bedrooms, two and a half baths, a full kitchen, and a gym on the lower level.
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