Tommy sure has come a long way since his days flipping burgers! Sarah Richardson (who was present for this interview), says: "I was in New York last week, and as I was walking to get my coffee, for some reason, as I was skipping along the street, I was reciting in my head Tommy's order: A Venti, five-shot, half sweet, sugar-free, vanilla, Americano." I always loved her designs. 106), Watch Design Life: Langdon Hall, Part 2: Top Tips for Modernizing a Traditional Space! He also clad his upholstered headboard and bench in smart suiting fabrics for a handsome haberdashery touch inspired by mens fashion. When sourcing antique furniture, theres no such thing as a one-stop shop. Interior Designer. Was she standing up for herself and her show? Jim's living room is barren of colour, elegance, and excitement. Designer Tommy Smythe shares his news about launching his own design firm and shows us his home studio in Toronto.Designer: http://archive.sarahrichardsondesign.com/design-team/tommy-smytheSee more stunning spaces from Tommy: https://houseandhome.com/gallery/see-inside-tommy-smythes-most-beautiful-homes/MORE DESIGN INSPIRATION Subscribe to H\u0026H's YouTube Channel https://goo.gl/IZae51 Beautiful photo galleries https://houseandhome.com/galleries/----------CONNECT WITH HOUSE \u0026 HOME! Facebook https://facebook.com/houseandhomemagazine/ Instagram https://instagram.com/houseandhomemag/ Pinterest https://pinterest.com/houseandhome/ Twitter https://twitter.com/HouseandHome Formerly the eat-in part of the kitchen, its now a distinct space with custom cabinetry and built-in wine fridges that make entertaining easy. So if shes misunderstood or misinterpreted, it hurts her deeply because she doesnt want that to happen.. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. So what you need to do is every time you get a paycheck for anything, buy a book. And then I research those on my own. Mark your calendars and watch all of the exciting action this Spring! That's not necessarily fair because my eye is educated to the degree that when I walk into an environment, my eye is immediately attracted to the thing that's made with the best materials by the artist's hand. HB: What's your favorite room, anywhere of all time? Tommy Smythe & Lindsay Mens Craig, Sarah Richardson Design. I fell in love with the architecture, the people and their dedication to craftsmanship; it was perfection. Adds Tommy: Our goal was to make this house livable for the next 200 years, says Tommy. And at this point, years later, some bad blood may have happened. Description. Little things like that made big impacts.. A career spanning more than 18 years has left no stone unturned in getting the message of good, practical and beautiful design to his many followers through television, print . And I would always say yes. HGTV host Sarah Richardson is back at The Morning Show this time bringing design sidekick Tommy Smythe with her as they give us a slew of design tips and a preview for the second season of Sarah 101. 99), Design Life: Reno Tips for a Stylish Kitchen, Langdon Hall, Part 2: Piano Lounge Makeover, Langdon Hall, Part 2: Conservatory Makeover, Design Life: Make Your Mudroom Work Better. They had such a great chemistry and friendship. Read on to learn how they first met, what they truly love about each other, and the fun quirks theyve been hiding. (Ep. In season two of HGTV's Sarah Off The Grid series - which premieres Sunday, April 21, at 9 p.m. EST, Richardson and her husband Alex Younger team up with design partner Tommy Smythe to. Ive never seen her quit and there have been seemingly insurmountable obstacles that she has come up against since Ive been in her professional and personal orbit, Tommy says. We had her first two shows here in the US but honestly he is the one who brought life to them. Partner in the design firm Sarah Richardson Designs. 108), Watch Design Life: 6 Design Details to Get Right to Create Your Ultimate Bedroom Oasis. Visit A Charming 230-Year-Old Home Reimagined For Modern Living Print This It's been a big year for Tommy Smythe. Her team at Sarah Richardson Design, including designers Tommy Smythe and Allison Willson, are also known for their sharp style and for putting their unique stamp in a room. It's the best way to learn languages. And he is my equal., Tommy reveals that working on Sarahs homes have been some of the most rewarding projects hes ever done because they were more personal than other endeavours. He is fearless in who he is and shares what he believes in. Preserving the homes rustic country vibe meant installing a hearth-style vent hood, French inlayed slate floors strong enough to withstand the wear and tear of daily traffic, and matte white appliances that felt friendlier than stainless steel, says Tommy. Sarah is hard-pressed to identify any specific mistakes, but thats because shes all about the joy of trying new things and taking risks. 104), Watch Design Life: Red Brick Redo: Beachy Bedroom + Ensuite Makeover Reveal! The kitchen cabinets are a mix of colors, while the counters pair marble and honed granite. (Ep. Watch this episode first! Classic touches create a cozy atmosphere in thelibrary, like a menswear-inspired sofa and oversized pillows, which invite visitors to sink in with a good book. He painted the walls a soft gray-green to achieve that effect. - Any - Announcements Appearances Ask Sarah Fun Tips & Trends TV Webisodes Published on Feb 17, 2023 Design Life: Maximize Your Media Room Anyone know? 111), Watch Design Life: Langdon Hall, Part 2: 20 Ways to Update Traditional Decor! I'm dying to read that. I actually was mentored by a handful of extraordinary talents, starting with her and then sort of continuing through a few other people who I worked with over the years who taught me everything I know and how to develop my own point of view by observing how they had done that. ". 105), Watch Design Life: Affordable One Day Double Bedroom Makeover (Ep. He was a major style icon of mine, he says. Every room needs a mirror, says Tommy of the gold leafframed mirror in the guest bathroom. She throws fits, is short tempered and dismissive to everyone and she is generally miserable to be around. She puts so much heart into it and she cares about the reaction to it. Not only did the designer turn 50 this past summer, he launched a design firm, TOM, along with fellow Sarah Richardson Design alums Lindsay Mens Craig and Kate Stuart. Tommy follows Sarahs husband Alex Younger on insta but Tommy never likes any of Alexs photos or makes any comments. Familiar to HGTV fans as part of the Sarah Richardson franchise, Tommy's personal star is now firmly in the ascendant with Where To I Do, the wedding show he hosts on CTV. and our Several walls in the kitchen and dining area were clad in Calacatta marble tile to link the two spaces. No fun at all. Vintage chairs upholstered in a vibrant orange print add a hint of quirk. Her husbands constant complimenting of her design abilities feels icky and and forced. Check out our favourite pieces from the collection. The powder rooms fixtures, sconces and art are ultratraditional to offset the bold zigzag pattern painted on the walls. (EP. 103), Watch Design Life: A Dramatic One Day Exterior Makeover! A zebra-print wallpaper is a fun touch in the nursery and plays off the oversized chevron rug. Yes I know this is a scripted show and hes not an actor. Who you see on TV is who you get., Watch the season premiere of Sarah Off the Grid. He makes friends, he cherishes his friendships and he works hard to keep them, she says. I'm pretty easygoing, I don't need hotel rooms to be opulent. He is always in pursuit of the best. She can take random things in the cupboard and make the most unexpectedly gorgeous meal out of them! he says. Sarah would be like, grinding down the lollipop and making a sauce with it and using the fat from the chicken to render the sauce.. It has beautiful pictures, but the text in the book is so beautiful and personal and enriching. In the dining room, a trad chandelier contrasts the mod dining table. Mordechai_is_richer 10 mo. Here, the beloved designer takes us on a personal tour of the homes he designed throughout the years. So it's a natural instinct toward those items. Black lanterns, a Tommy Smythe signature, are a counterpoint to the living rooms pale putty palette. And so because I knew the models and because Christie knew Sarah had a camera, suddenly we were all in the same room together., The thing about Sarah is she is so talented and so clever, that working with her feels safe, Tommy says. 109), Watch Design Life: 17 Ideas for a High Performing Mudroom (Ep. I think if it was amicable that she went a different direction and had they been friends for 33 years I would expect to see them follow each other on Instagram. The result is a refreshing take on classic coastal style. Watch Sarah and Tommy face off over closet doors. She should have picked a palette using that great pine green from the laundry room and the dark blue from the Heidi Loo and used them in every room. So, you know, there are different paths to a career in this business. 25 of Sarah Richardsons most beautiful bedrooms, Sarah Richardsons 16 best living rooms ever, Sarah Richardson reveals her secret recipe for design, Jeremiah Brent Reveals His Corduroy Couch is Actually From IKEA, 4 Stunning Canadian Cottages You Can Book on Airbnb Right Now, 6 Binge-Worthy Shows Coming to HGTV Canada This Spring, 8 Tips for Planning the Perfect Champagne Birthday. People have said to me, "You have a reputation for having expensive taste." The common denominator is Sarah Richardson. Tommy reveals that Sarah is one of those people who is just really great at everything she tries. Whether its ato-the-studs reno or a simple decor update, one thing is consistent about each space she works on: the finished design is sure to inspire. Tommyoften doesnt get home until the sun goes down, so he decorated his former apartment to suit a night owl. Maybe because the original roots of function with thrifty shopping are gone. Sarah painteda cobalt blue wall in a corner of this condos den because she felt the space needed a hit of color to look finished. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUvQh9iFwhE. To emphasize the graceful proportions, Tommy kept the design perfectly symmetrical. 113), Watch Design Life: 18 Design Tips + Ideas To Make a Small Room Fabulous (Ep. Natalie and Kate wanted the house to be a fresh, pastoral take on lakeside living. Sarah is a great designer. Dramatic high-gloss black walls create a polished and refined look in the homes library. In this London, U.K. home, Sarah gutted the time-worn 1920s kitchen and reimagined it as a classic space with beautiful millwork and dentil moldings. Her new show in Whistler likely was out of necessity, new market with trades that don't know her reputation of being a total arrogant, harsh and rude person. 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