[Things have to be of] excellent quality and ready to go really quickly, he says. After reading, you have a good excuse to build out your personal book collection at the very least! The old adage that time is money certainly applies to the world of design, especially design captured for television. See, I always just thought of him as a "yes man". Its not just flippantly thrown out there for people to watch and react to, he says. Tommy Smythe has started to do the show with his business partnerSarah Richardson. Sarah used pale finishes throughout the home to maximize light. Tommy Smythe is a professional interior designer and famous television personality. And then I research those on my own. The original dining room was combined with the kitchen to create a charming eat-in banquette area. She would do great on those Food Network Canada challenge shows Like you have a chicken breast and a lollipop and leaves of Kale, go make dinner. And when you're too old to go anywhere, you can still go into those books and travel through them.". He is well known for waking with Sarah Richardson at Sarah's Cottage and Sarah's Rental Cottage. As of now, there is not much information about Tommy's sisters. - Any - Announcements Appearances Ask Sarah Fun Tips & Trends TV Webisodes They suggested a fresh combination of aquamarine, marble gray and soft lilac hues to reflect the citys seaport heritage and location. 114), Watch Design Life: 16 Ways to Maximize Your Media Room (Ep. And the piscine. Every item on this page was hand-picked by a House Beautiful editor. Creator Sarah Richardson Stars Sarah Richardson Tommy Smythe Fiona Richardson See production, box office & company info Watch on Prime Video buy from $7.99 Add to Watchlist Tommy answered, " Um, I take it a few ways, but do you really want to hear what my Starbucks order is? He adds that he often has to remind Sarah that its okay if a deadline is missed for the right reason, but whenever he does its an open conversation that typically leads to an even better design in the end. TS: John Manuel, who is a great designer, was one of my mentors many years ago. I think that everything is an adventure and a journey and an experiment and nothing ventured, nothing gained, she says. 109), Watch Design Life: 17 Ideas for a High Performing Mudroom (Ep. Subscribe to House & Home for only $25.95 and receive a free issue. 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. They replaced Tommy by Sarahs husband, Alex, and its like eating food with no flavour. The principal bedroom is awash in calming grays. But also other designers I've had epic, great friendships with all throughout North America and Europe inspire me. Tommy turned this petite, 180-square-foot apartment into a chic gentlemans retreat using a sophisticated palette and vintage pieces. She throws fits, is short tempered and dismissive to everyone and she is generally miserable to be around. He is fearless in who he is and shares what he believes in. I'm dying to read that. We had her first two shows here in the US but honestly he is the one who brought life to them. The main footprint of Lisas kitchen stayed more or less the same, but I did make a few critical adjustments to create a more user-friendly plan and upscale look, he says. Tommy Smythe has three sisters altogether. By He appears on several shows on HGTV, such as Sarah's Rental Cottage and Sarah's Cottage. 2023 His interiors are classic but never stuffy, and stand the test of time brilliantly. It has beautiful pictures, but the text in the book is so beautiful and personal and enriching. I always look at it like language study. One of the offices two desks is paired with a stately chair in cognac leather. Scroll down to tour this historical home that has been given a new life! She seemed to focus more on her own projects and has a YouTube channel series and I am sure that brings in some money. And it's about observationnot just observing things and saying, Oh, I saw that, but actually saying, What did I gain from seeing that? Sarah Richardson is the award-winning founder of Sarah Richardson Design Inc., host and co-producer of eight hit HGTV series, and bestselling author of Sarah Style and At Home: Sarah Style. While short for his first name, the T stands for traditional and the M stands for modernrepresenting Smythe's love of classic designs and interest in what's new and next. He really seemed unhappy or irritated. How was I informed or educated or otherwise enriched by seeing what I'm seeing? Sarah's House is a Canadian television reality series hosted by Toronto interior designer Sarah Richardson, which airs on HGTV. I do a lot of experimenting with recipes like chicken pop pie and trying to get those kinds of comfort foods more in line with my ethics now, which are really about the environment and animals. Watch Sarah and Tommy face off over closet doors. Hes amazing with kids, says Sarah. Thanks for sharing and nice to have some answers! 117), Watch Design Life: 25 Design Ideas For Open Concept Living (Ep. Theyre like a little girls party dress, says Tommy of the guest rooms twin beds, which have been designed with children in mind. Their primary focus now in 2021 is the wedding places. Sarah Richardson is back with a new show on HGTV called "Sarah 101" with her best pal, the interior designer Tommy Smythe. 115), Watch Design Life: 30 Ways To Supersize Small Space Style (Ep. Tommy Smythe is an interior designer and a television personality who is still not dedicated to his Wikipedia page. Get Your Free Issue Today! We're taking you on a tour of, In the final episode of our Langdon Hall, Part 2, no-reno makeover series, we're revealing the, Everybody's favourite day is transformation day, and today we're revealing the new and improved, Need a mudroom refresh? I dont think about mistakes in design. The horizontal-striped sofa invigorates the formal space, and warm gold accents tie the whole scheme together. I love old houses that function like new houses, but its an advanced manoeuvre for any builder, says Tommy. So what you need to do is every time you get a paycheck for anything, buy a book. He can get in at his level, and at their level at the same time, and is really interested in what kids think and feel, and [he] knows how to relate to them. She adds that hes always been Uncle Tommy to her clan. Contributor to Canadian House and Home magazine. The wheat sheaf, a favorite motif of Yves Saint Laurent, takes the form of a gilt cocktail table here.. This modern architectural masterpiece blends seamlessly into the surrounding desert. To celebrate, we caught up with Sarah and Tommy for a fun round of She Said/He Said. Tommy replaced the original dated floor tile with a prefinished walnut hardwood, which runs through the condo. By Tommys estimation, the 3,500-square-foot house had been renovated in the 1930s, and then again in the 80s. Designer: Tommy Smythe and Lindsay Mens Craig, Sarah Richardson Design. It's a life-enhancing experience. They both are co-workers and long-time business partners and besties. A charming guest bedroom is tied together by shades of white and blue inspired by the sea and sky. The homes original footprint was retained, but some spaces were opened up. It is for anyone. Like keeping him from saying anything that would show he has a personality. Designer Description Interior Designer. So, you know, there are different paths to a career in this business. See the gorgeous images from Sarah and Tommys latest transformation on Sarah Off The Grid. Sarah knows it." It's just so incredibly beautiful architecturally. I must say that I adore both of them and, as I said before in another post, Sarah is one of my favorite interior designers. The handsome leather club chair from the 1950s was his grandfathers favorite. TS: I've been fully vegan for four years. I'm quite self-sufficient. An antique writing desk does triple-duty, serving as a dining table, nightstand and desk. To emphasize the graceful proportions, Tommy kept the design perfectly symmetrical. Source: House & Home February 2013. Weighing their relationship on social media interaction is possibly the worst evidence of any ill will OR close personal connection. 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. Especially the fabric choices. (Ep. From the Twitterwisheshe got on his birthday, he was born on the 11th of July. With a tour of the Boulder Suite bunk room at, Thinking about renovating your kitchen? The custom headboard has the same classic lines as the alabaster lamps their shades were designed to tie in with the room and a sunburst mirror completes the luxe, European look. Evoking black tie and tails, the glossy white mouldings and black walls in the dining room are a glamorous backdrop to the traditional furnishings. To think people's interaction (or lack their of) on instagram is evidence of anything is a stretch. Wiki Biography Anyone know? Sarah is hard-pressed to identify any specific mistakes, but thats because shes all about the joy of trying new things and taking risks. She can take random things in the cupboard and make the most unexpectedly gorgeous meal out of them! he says. Scherer is a circuit judge for Florida. The antique lantern once hung in the hallway of Tommys childhood home. (Ep. It is a design firm that both two best friends are running as of now. Antique ginger jars balance the scale of the chunky lantern. (Ep. He wanted to stay true to the citys history and furnish with antiques while keeping the space light and bright. He also clad his upholstered headboard and bench in smart suiting fabrics for a handsome haberdashery touch inspired by mens fashion. This device is not shared with anyone under the ageof19. It is a design firm that both two best friends are running as of now. Tommy sure has come a long way since his days flipping burgers! Many people would say that one of the things hes great at is being friendly, engaging, and supportive to everyone at every level. The kitchen cabinets are a mix of colors, while the counters pair marble and honed granite. Watch anytime, from anywhere in the world! 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.