You have to learn certain things, but you also get to apply your own accent to it. Tommyoften doesnt get home until the sun goes down, so he decorated his former apartment to suit a night owl. Longtime H&H contributor and columnist Tommy Smythe crafts interiors that are as witty and memorable as the comments on his Instagram feed. They suggested a fresh combination of aquamarine, marble gray and soft lilac hues to reflect the citys seaport heritage and location. Sarahs brother and husband went to school with Tommy, and she also knew his sister Christie. 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. Its been a big year for Tommy Smythe. See their plan for an oddly designed kitchen and a VERY aggressive timeline. I'm more piscine than plage. Tommy Smythe has started to do the show with his business partner, They both are co-workers and long-time business partners and besties. Hgtvhas posted 12 facts that tell a lot about Tommy. I love old houses that function like new houses, but its an advanced manoeuvre for any builder, says Tommy. I photographed these bar, nightclub and restaurant matchbooks that nod to Torontos queer history, drew them and colored them vividly so theyd stand out in the space, he says. It was her house and her show. Its fair to say you arent missing anything! The homes original footprint was retained, but some spaces were opened up. Looks to us like Sarah and Tommy are having way too much fun on the set of Home to Win.Watch full episodes of Home to Win at https://www.hometowin.ca/video/Subscribe for more HGTV Canada show content!Find more great content from HGTV Canada:http://www.hgtv.ca/HGTV Canada YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDjtFollow HGTV Canada on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hgtvcanadaLike HGTV Canada on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hgtv.ca/Follow HGTV Canada on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/hgtvcanada/ Co-host on many HGTV network television shows, including design inc., Sarah's House, Sarah's Cottage and Sarah 101, as her confidant, friend and design sidekick. I met Tommy [during] a homecoming weekend of my first year of university and I thought he was amazing, Sarah says. Tommy is a very accomplished designer in and of his own right and he runs some of the best projects we do at the farm, she maintains. HB: Are there any books you're looking forward to reading this year? 109), Watch Design Life: 17 Ideas for a High Performing Mudroom (Ep. Designer: Sarah Richardson & Kate Stuart, Sarah Richardson Design A Coastal Connecticut Home Steps from Long Island Sound and boasting views of the water, this century-old Georgian home in Connecticut has a distinct maritime feel. Watch this episode first! But the experience of sitting down and going through a book versus going online and absorbing the information is very different. Tommy Smythe is an interior designer and a television personality who is still not dedicated to his Wikipedia page. He is well known for waking with Sarah Richardson at Sarah's Cottage and Sarah's Rental Cottage. 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. Tommy Smythe & Lindsay Mens Craig, Sarah Richardson Design. And now Sarah has a new show "Sarahs Mountain Escape" airing in Canada in October 12, 2022 and there is no Tommy. I know all of that's available online. (EP. HGTV Canada. Tommy is awesome and was the heart of the shows he did with Sarah. Sarah Richardson is back with the Design Inc team to help James and Carolyn with their interior design problems. Tommy Smythe has started to do the show with his business partnerSarah Richardson. A bay window becomes a sophisticated nook for private conversation. Watch Sarah and Tommy in an apple crisp bake-off. Design experts Sarah Richardson and Tommy Smythe take a trip to renovate a beautiful home in need of updating. Langdon Hall, Pt 2: Modernizing Traditional. (Ep. All of our fabulous makeovers, tips, finds, recipes & things we absolutely love are right here.> More Inspiration This Way, Fearlessly rethink your small space layout to achievemaximum living, 25 design ideas to create a harmoniously blended open concept living space. This! Miss Tommy, too. This device is not shared with anyone under the ageof19. Or you can go to a really beautiful art book store. A recent report by Airbnb revealed these are the top Canadian travel trends of 2023. You may be surprised at who wins. It's really not a light bulb moment. Over 60 design experts give these trends their stamp of approval. But I dont think weve done our best project together yet. We were mindful of not over-renovating the house, says Tommy of the decision to turn one small window above the kitchen sink into two larger ones, which opened up the wall space they needed to place the appliances in more logical positions. Source: House & Home February 2013. 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. The principal bedroom is reminiscent of a formal Parisian salon. Press J to jump to the feed. Tommy revived this stunning Toronto family home but kept a heritage feel. Weve helped clients make their design dreams come true for the past 20 years! I'm a little person who likes big coffee. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. So my favorite thing in the culinary realm is the challenge of making some of my old pre-vegan favorites vegan. I was totally disappointed when I met her and spent time observing her in a professional capacity. These two were destined for friendship. Does your layout scream dysfunction? Brass accents warm up the moody library, while pompom trim and leather piping are unexpected upholstery accents. This, 1 remote island, 2 cottage bedrooms, and only 5 hours to pull off a couple of makeover miracles, Layered and luxe and infused with beach-inspired style, the principal bedroom + ensuite makeover, Get ready for a makeover like no other, because this is one BEFORE and AFTER you've got to see, Watch Design Life: 18 Space Optimizing Tips for a Winning Layout (Ep. The bedroom is a marked departure in style from the rest of his one-bedroom apartment. Chevron drapes pop against grasscloth wallpaper in the office. We actually spend a lot of time traveling from space to space within our homes. 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. 117), Watch Design Life: 25 Design Ideas For Open Concept Living (Ep. People have said to me, "You have a reputation for having expensive taste." So it was really through immersion, to be honest. Tommy: "That's it! I had a special talent for arranging bookshelves. 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. Hes one of Canadas most beloved design personalities, and hes taking his talents to the set of Home to Win. I love working with clients on their hallways because they always say to me after we're done, "I'm so glad we actually paid attention to those spaces because now when I walk through and I see that mirror at the end of the hall, instead of a blank wall. An antique writing desk does triple-duty, serving as a dining table, nightstand and desk. When its longtime owners decided to update the interior three years ago, they turned toTommy SmytheandLindsay Mens CraigofSarah Richardson Design, whose work they had admired in the pages ofH&H. Tommy Smythe: My grandmother Dorothea Smythe was an interior designer. When I was growing up, I was exposed to a lot of change within her homes. Sarah is a great designer. Unsurprisingly, the Toronto-based studio creates breathtaking designs that are full of personality. close with Tommy's sister who is one of the founders of Smythe fashion brand and Sarah's always wearing the pieces on camera. We asked, "How do you take your coffee?" So much of it is visual that a lot of it is also things like taste and sounds. Find all of the gorgeous pieces featured in Renovation Resort. We do our best to optimize our websites to the most current web browsers. Hallways are the conduit from room to room within your home. Please try another browser. I wanted the dining area to feel formal even though kitchen storage had to bleed into this space. They both are co-workers and long-time business partners and besties. It wasn't really just something that was a light bulb moment. She puts so much heart into it and she cares about the reaction to it. TS: Definitely. | On May 24, 2021 04:23 AM. Tommy follows Sarahs husband Alex Younger on insta but Tommy never likes any of Alexs photos or makes any comments. You love books. It's very widely known to be one of the most beautiful rooms on Earth. Where Was 'The Last Thing He Told Me' Filmed? Im pretty sure the first time we officially met was when Sarah came to take photographs of some hats my sister was making, Tommy says. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. This antique Biedermeier chest from was reimagined as a bar in his former apartments living room. They are often considered the perfect celebrity designers. Step Inside This Eclectic & Artful Home In Downtown Austin, A Designer Renovates His Friends Historical Home. Just shilling for Lowes and TD Bank. It's a practice that you have to apply to almost everything you do. Alongside Lindsay Mens Craig and Kate Stuart, Smythe is a partner of the firm. 116), Watch Design Life: 31 Tips + Ideas For Bathroom Tiles, Tubs & Vanities (Ep. If you're thinking about renovating your bathroom, here's what, Small rooms that are all about function are a must, but can't they be fabulously stylish and, Press play and learn how to relax to the max by designing a dedicated zone at home where you can, Make your worst room in the house - your best! [Things have to be of] excellent quality and ready to go really quickly, he says. TS: It's the best way to learn almost anything. Bizarre to notice this. He started out onSarah Richardsonspopular HGTV shows, but Tommy has more than carved out his own career. We had her first two shows here in the US but honestly he is the one who brought life to them. The Tommy back then was equally fabulous to what he is today.. 107), Watch Design Life: Langdon Hall, Part 2: Mixing & Matching: Rugs, Furniture & Lighting! 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