The Best Design Shows in 2011 — Which One is Your Favorite?


Updated 02/04/12 5:13 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 2 comments

Best Design Shows 2011

In addition to devouring glossies and the web, we design lovers also get our fix from the countless television shows that revolve around the world of interiors. Whether it's in the form of a contest, talk show, or docu-series, we seem to love them all. Or do we? I've rounded up a handful of design-related shows that piqued the interest of decorating enthusiasts in 2011. I want to know which shows Read more

Sneak Peek: Emily Henderson Chats About Tonight's Episode of HGTV'd


Updated 09/18/11 4:52 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Emily Henderson HGTV'd Interview

Emily Henderson is one of my personal favorite designing ladies for many reasons — two of those being that she's got a great eye and possesses an immediately recognizable, very cool personal style. Plus, you can just tell that she's a really nice person. All of those qualities will jump out at HGTV viewers who tune in tonight to watch HGTV'd. On this episode, Emily tackles the lackluster, Read more

Who Are You Rooting For to Win Design Star?


Updated 09/12/11 10:13 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Design Star Winner Will Be Karl Sponholtz or Meg Caswell

Last week's elimination of Mark had many Design Star contestants up in arms — he was an audience favorite, but his designs for the Small House challenge admittedly fell far short of the mark. This means that Karl and Meg are the last two designers vying for their own show. Who's your favorite: Meg, the camera-ready designer with the vibrant designs, or Karl, the architect who makes great use of Read more

Sneak Peek: Preview Saturday Night's Episode of Home by Novogratz


Updated 07/30/11 11:12 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Home by Novogratz Loft Photos

Are you tuning in for the next episode of Home by Novogratz this Saturday? If you do, you'll get to check out a fab 2,000-square-foot penthouse apartment owned by a young couple who've done virtually nothing with the space. Of course, Cortney and Bob Novogratz are the perfect remedy to boring white walls. On a small budget, the couple introduces pops of color, cool art, an array of accessories, a Read more

Sneak Peek: Preview of Tomorrow Night's Episode of Home by Novogratz


Updated 07/24/11 10:24 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Home by Novogratz Photos

If you tuned in last Saturday to see Home by Novogratz, you know that the Bob and Cortney are creating decorating magic on their new HGTV show. This Saturday, the couple create a multipurpose family room perfect for a family's three kids — and their parents. Cortney and Robert take their city-chic design chops to the Everett family home in suburban New Jersey to renovate a basement divided into Read more

The Novogratzes Share Design Ideas and Dish About Their New Show!


Updated 07/14/11 10:16 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Home by Novogratz Photos 2011-07-14 03:00:23

I was lucky enough to catch a screening of the new HGTV series Home by Novogratz a month ago. (Spoiler alert: you're going to love it.). Starring Rob and Cortney Novogratz, with appearances from their seven children as well, the new show focuses on deserving renovation projects that are actually within most homeowners' budgets. Premiering this Saturday on HGTV, it's a must-see show for those of Read more

DIY a Mural With Tape


Updated 01/04/12 2:01 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Design Star Wall Mural DIY

Last night on the premiere of Design Star, the contestants were challenged to make over their penthouse rooms. There were definitely highlights in each room, but I was most impressed by Kellie and Karl’s bonus room, which showed the designers' innovative use of odd spaces and ability to create custom focal points on a small budget. I especially loved Karl's tree mural wall, which he painted in Read more

Read More About the Novogratz's Inspiration, New Line, and Designing With Kids


Updated 06/07/11 7:48 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Interview With Rob and Cortney Novogratz

Earlier today, I shared the first part of my interview with Rob and Cortney Novogratz. You can catch up on some of the highlights from their new show Home by Novogratz in the first part of the interview as well as design news and inspiration from the couple. With the premiere of Home by Novogratz on HGTV next month, their new hotel design, a new line of home accessories and goods, and numerous Read more

Get Ready to Get HGTV'd!


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Get Ready to Get HGTV'd!

To all the home renovation junkies out there, get ready for a new show that's sure to become your must-see hour of the week — HGTV'd! Each episode will highlight a different HGTV star and a family in need of a home makeover. Tune in with amazement as these talented designers travel across the country in an 18-wheeler and arrive at the home of a surprised viewer to start the over-the-top Read more