I met up with Lauren and Suzanne McGrath for lunch a couple months ago. I had some questions about the book-writing process and they were amazingly sweet and generous with their time and advice. And can I tell you how blown away I am with the credentials and collective talent of this mother-daughter duo? Suzanne worked with Martha Stewart for years and Lauren (who is always putting together the most gorgeous outfits – such a great eye on her!) worked at Teen Vogue. They know their stuff and I am so happy to call them friends.
If you’ve not ordered their book Good Bones, Great Pieces yet, you’re missing out on one of the best design books out there. It is informative (I learned a lot from their stories and suggestions), and the photos are crazy-good. They shot a lot of their own work, but also used some designer friend’s work (hello, Miles Redd apartment!) to round out the images.
The premise of the book is that if you’re starting new or redesigning your home, you can make things easy on yourself by focusing on seven foundational pieces of furniture. Each chapter breaks down one of those foundational elements and teaches you about different styles and makes suggestions. It’s a genius concept really, and I love the pieces Suzanne and Lauren suggest.
Today I’m giving away FIVE copies of the Good Bones, Great Pieces book! Just leave a comment here to enter. But don’t fret if your name is not drawn, the book is super affordable (I’ve been giving it as gifts!).
Contest closes Sunday, September 16 at midnight. Winners names will be chosen at random and winners will be emailed. Good luck!
Congrats to the winners who were emailed this week. Thank you all for entering!
Looks so helpful!
awesome giveaway!
Ooo! I've been eying this book! Please, oh please, pick me!
Oh YES PLEASE! I could use all the decorating help I can get :D
oh I would love this book! Always good to go back to the basics of design!
My two first reads of the day: Little Green Notebook and Good Bones, Great Pieces. Thanks for an opportunity to win! A
Great giveaway! I, too would love a copy!
this sounds wonderful!
I would love a copy.
cathycomm@aol.com
I'm about to move into my boyfriend's apartment and it needs some serious touches and I need guidance! Please!
Sounds like an interesting book!
I am stating over and could use this to guide me through the process!
I'm totally in love with that Zebra wallpaper. I'd also love a copy of the book!
Always looking for advice and inspiration!
Sounds like a great book!!!
Yes please!
I keep hearing about it, I'd love to win a copy!
I'd love to add this to my collection of books!
Would love to own a copy! Trying to design my studio right now and could use some advice!
I can never have too many design books!
Looks like an amazing book! I'd love a copy! hrlippol@syr.edu
I want a copy!! Thank you!
Thank you for the opportunity! I've had this bookmarked on my wishlist for awhile now!
I am a fan of the site and would love to own the book.
I'd love a copy. It looks great!
I just moved into my first apartment (without roommates!) and I would love to use this book as inspiration! Fingers crossed :)
I have looked through this book and know I would really enjoy owning it at reading it! I would love to win a copy. Thank you so much for the chance!!!
love the concept!
Pick me! I have pu this book on my wishlist, hoping that someone gets the hint….you could be that person!
Such beautiful photos!
I'd love to read this book! Fingers crossed!
Just bought our first house, this would be great!
YAY!! I hope I win, would love the inspiration!
I love every picture!
What a great giveaway! I would love a copy :)
I would love a copy!
Would love a copy!
I need this – ready to transform my house!
I've been wanting this book! They are great.
would be the PERFECT book for my designer mom! plus, then i could "borrow" it from her when we buy our first home!
Terrific! Thank you! Jackie (mik_kearny@yahoo.com)
Didn't know these two ladies… WOW!
would love one to inspire me in my new apartment!
I just purchased this and love it! I am trying to figure out how to get all the pieces in my home. You are lucky you get to be friends with them!
I am downsizing and would love some great ideas.
What a great idea – would love one!
Love it!
cherreamour (at) gmail (dot)com
Wow! That book is gorgeous!!!
Ohh, this would come in handy! My husband and I bought a fixer-upper and we're just starting to furnish some of the rooms now!
Ohh, this would come in handy! My husband and I bought a fixer-upper and we're just starting to furnish some of the rooms now!