In this episode, we’re so excited to talk with Cortney Novogratz, an interior designer well known for her eclectic style and boutique inspired furniture and home accents. Cortney and her husband Robert have designed and developed many unique properties around the country, from New York City to Napa Valley.  The Novogratz believe that every home should have pieces that represent the occupant’s personality.  Their new line “Cortney’s Collection” features chic furniture  pieces at affordable prices.  Cortney has been featured on Bravo and HGTV. In this episode:

• [04:39] Cortney shares her new “Cortney’s Collection” and the inspiration behind the pieces.  
• [11:34] Why Cortney believes in creating stylish high quality pieces for any budget.  
• [15:35] How Cortney designs her own life on a budget.  
• [16:34] Kelly reads an excerpt from Cortney’s book Design Fix that resonated with her.  
• [22:56] Cortney and her husband Robert are currently renovating a townhouse from 1826.  
• [27:00] There are so many ways to bring art into your home, pieces that tell a story.

 

Key Takeaways:

• No matter what your budget is, it is possible to find beautiful high quality pieces that will bring your home to life.  
• Whether it be a kitchen table, an heirloom piece, or art you found at the flea market, the pieces in your home should reflect who you are.  
• Take design risks in your home.  Start hanging things that are important to you on your wall, add some fun wallpaper to your coat closet, or rearrange your furniture to give your space a refresh.

 

Links Mentioned:

https://shopthenovogratz.com www.outdoorrooms.com/insidedesign www.kandrac-kole.com @thenovogratz @cortneynovagratz  @kandrackole Meet Cortney Novogratz: Cortney is an interior designer, developer, and one half of the Novogratz design duo along with her husband, Robert Novogratz. They are beloved designers, well known for their eclectic style and boutique inspired furniture and home accents. In March of 2020 they published a book titled “Design Fix: Chic and Stylish Tips For Every Decorating Scenario” that tackles a long list of dilemmas and smart tips on how to solve them.

They have starred in TV shows on Bravo and HGTV, created a line of furniture and home products which feature “boutique designs at affordable prices”. Their products (furniture, lighting, bedding and more) are sold at major retailers including CB2, Amazon, Wayfair, Walmart as well as their e-commerce business https://www.shopthenovogratz.com. They have designed and developed many unique properties around the country, from New York City to Napa Valley. In 2014 they moved with their 7 children and renovated a 1920’s house in the Hollywood Hills known as the Castle and have now moved back to New York to renovate a townhouse built in 1826. Quotes: “If someone from Ziplock could contact literally anyone in the cereal business, that would be great.” “Anyone that has success worked to get there.  I don’t care what job they’ve done, they worked to get there.  It’s not going to fall into your lap…”  - Cortney Novogratz Sponsor: This episode of Inside Design is sponsored by The Outdoor GreatRoom Company. The Outdoor GreatRoom Company are the experts in outdoor fire and making your backyard an experience. As the first company to enter the gas fire pit category, the Outdoor GreatRoom Company manufactures unique and luxury gas fire pit tables, gas fire burners, outdoor kitchen island, outdoor gas fireplaces, patio furniture and other custom products to fit your lifestyle. With a wide variety of sizes, shapes, colors and price points, the Outdoor GreatRoom Company has the perfect fire pit to fit your backyard space. If you are looking for a holiday gift, check out many styles that are currently in stock and ready to ship. Exclusively for Inside Design listeners, the Outdoor GreatRoom Company is offering 10% off your purchase with code ID10 and free shipping on any purchase over $200. Financing is also available. Visit outdoorrooms.com/insidedesign to view all of their in- stock products.