Hilary Swank’s childhood in a Bellingham, Washington trailer park fueled her imaginative spirit, with a bookmobile serving as a window to the world. By 15, while others dreamt of pop stars, Swank aspired to a profound life. The actress, celebrated for winning two Best Actress Academy Awards, embraces a modest and elegantly understated New York apartment. Content with smaller spaces, she finds comfort in simplicity, expressing that nurturing atmospheres matter more than extravagant dreams.
Hilary Swank’s serene 1,400-square-foot New York City retreat proves practical during the filming of “New Year’s Eve.” In this ensemble project, Swank plays Claire Morgan, responsible for the Times Square ball drop. The actress, known for daring roles, finds the movie, with its theme of second chances and life as a journey, both funny and heartfelt. Her Manhattan apartment, though close to the Hudson River, offers a unique view of downtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Swank, who collects art, appreciates the cityscape, asserting that no artwork can rival the allure of New York.
INSIDE HILARY SWANK’S NEW YORK RETREAT
Entry: 
In the entry of Hilary Swank’s Manhattan apartment, designed by Mark Zeff, a console by Calvin Klein Home holds a vintage lamp and a brass vessel. The mirror is by RH, Restoration Hardware, and the photograph is by Malick Sidibé.
Living Area: 
In the living area, the sofas, tables, and rug are by Calvin Klein Home. A wall is clad with planks of reclaimed barnwood; the photograph is by Jackie Nickerson, and the painting is by Carlos Vega.
Dining Room: 
The dining table and chairs are by Calvin Klein Home, and the floor lamp is by West Elm. The kitchen is outfitted with quartz countertops, sink fittings by Kohler, and a Viking cooktop.
Study: 
In the study, a Calvin Klein Home sofa is topped with vintage Moroccan pillows. The stools are by Tucker Robbins and Oly, and the light fixtures are from Circa Lighting. Custom-made paneling and shelves are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Dark Olive.
Study (continued): 
A floor lamp from Design Within Reach stands next to custom-made metal-and-wood shelving; the ottoman is by Calvin Klein Home.
Main Bedroom: 
A wall of the bedroom is covered in silk by MDC Wallcoverings. The bed, bedding, bedside tables, and rug are by Calvin Klein Home. The side table and lamps are vintage, and the painting is by Carlos Vega.
Main Bath: 
Mark Zeff designed the bathroom’s travertine-sheathed walls and floors. The shower is tiled with Cipollino tumbled marble.
