My Favorite Room | Actress Cristina Rodlo

The 29-year-old Mexican actress has spent two years in her East Hollywood apartment.  (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times)

“New York is in my heart,” says Rodlo, who earned a scholarship to the city’s American Musical and Dramatic Academy after high school.  (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times)

“I read scripts and books in here and use the space to play around when I prepare for whatever role I have to perform,” says Rodlo.  (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times)

Rodlo’s Emmy for “El Vato” is one of her favorite objects in the room.  (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times)

Rodlo enjoys clean, “simple and white,” minimally decorated spaces.  (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times)