Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka open their Hamptons and New York homes to CULTURED for a two-part tour, discussing their art collection and its connection to their new cocktail cookbook, *Both Sides of the Glass*. The couple's first acquisition was a Robert Longo "Wave" study, and their collection includes provocative works by Titus Kaphar, Patrick Jacobs, Andy Warhol, and a Banksy smashed into a fireplace. Burtka describes a common thread of hidden stories and mysteries in their pieces, while Harris notes the importance of works that reveal new details on closer inspection.
The article matters because it offers a rare, intimate look at how celebrity collectors curate their homes with art that sparks conversation and reflects their personal tastes. It also highlights the intersection of art collecting and lifestyle branding, as Harris and Burtka use their collection as a backdrop for their hosting philosophy and cookbook. The piece provides insight into the couple's collaborative approach to collecting, where both must agree on every purchase, and how their collection differs between their two residences.