I ordered this book back in July and got it yesterday.
Now I am a HUGE fan of this couple and in my next life I would like to be them in every way except having to give birth to 7 kids. Having said that I was slightly dissapointed when I opened this book. It is full of all there past HGTV episodes...I've seen them all.
This book does however give a financial breakdown on each job and that is shocking to a girl that shops thrift and goodwill.
Do you remember this episode?
They spent $2391.76 on flowers and $1092.98 on vases!
$462.00 on books? There are 4 books on that coffee table.
Now I understand that lighting like this and art can be pricey but come on people...these clients are dropping some serious cash for this couple to give their expertise.
I am not saying I could replicate this room down to the very detail, but I sure could create a fun and energetic space that would be filled with vintage finds and not spend your kids college fund.
Just saying...
Wow! Totally agree.
ReplyDeleteYeah, design books are crazy $$!! We have some at the store I work at and they're all over $100 a pop. But I must say, they certainly add to a space! I love when we go to a clients home and they literally have not ONE book in the entire home!!? It's happened twice this week! We always use designer books when styling.
ReplyDeleteI like this couples style and I love that they take risks but it's not really my cup of tea - a little too crazy for day to day life. They would do great at hotel designs though! geesh - this is a long ass comment I'm leaving! ;) -Boo
I wondered why I never have cherry blossoms in a room I do, even though I think they make the entire space. I understand the book charge because that lasts forever, but over two grand on flowers is insanity...
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Such a bummer about the book.
ReplyDeleteI haven't read the book yet, but I totally agree about the outrageous cost! You know I love Bob & Courtney, and I like their over-the-top approach, but I've always had a theory that it's not especially creative to spend a huge amount of money on a project. Let's face it, anyone can go buy a lot of expensive items from a showroom. But I'm always WAY more impressed with designers who style wonderful rooms without breaking the bank. To me, design is about being creative and clever - not just about having a huge budget.
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