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!
Sounds awesome, love the photos in the post.
Young homeowner with lots of hand me downs : )
Would love to read this book!
We're finally about to the "decorating" stage of our renovation, I need this book :)
I would love to win!
We are rebuilding an old house circa 1900 and this book would be very useful.
We are rebuilding an old house which is from the 1900s, then it's time to decorate. This book would come in handy.
Would love a copy! It would be super helpful as a young college student just starting to furnish our home.
i'd love to have this book!
I actually needed to stop by B&N today and was contemplating buying the book!! I'll keep my fingers crossed…I love their work!
Sounds like a very good book!
I'd love a copy of the book! What a great giveaway!
Fabulous giveaway!! Pick me!
I'd love to win this great book.
Send me a copy please! I would love one!
I've been following their blog for a few months now and love their ideas and down-to-earth attitudes. I'd love to pour over their book as well!
I love design book and I'd love to add this one to my collection!
I've been meaning to pick up a copy of this book all summer!
Would love to win this book!!!
Thanks Jenny
Would love to win this book!!!
Thanks Jenny
I have this book saved on my wish list on Amazon!
So fun!! I love the concept.
I would love a copy!
I would love a copy!
I'd love a copy! I'm re-doing an oldhouse.
Count me in!
I'd love a copy!
I still remember some of their early published work like the college apartment. So glad they are hitting it out of the park!
Love the concept of the book!
I'd love a copy, That room with the zebra wallpaper is exactly my style. I love that room.
Perfect timing! We recently moved into a new (but very old) house and we need the help!
ooo i love that last picture!
I'm in!
I have read about them, would LOVE this book!
Sounds like a book that needs to added to me collection.
This would be so fun! Love your blog.
I would love a copy of this book. Long time lurker first time commenter. I've followed you from Delaware to NY and now my hometown Brooklyn.
I LOVE decorating books, how cool!!
I've been wanting this book for a while!
I would love a copy of this book. Long time lurker first time commenter. I've followed you from Delaware to NY and now my hometown Brooklyn.
Would love some help from the book!
I would love a copy of this book. Long time lurker first time commenter. I've followed you from Delaware to NY and now my hometown Brooklyn.
I need this type of book in my life.
We just bought our first house. We have rooms to furnish and decorate! This book would be such a great resource.
Just bought a new house- sounds like a great book!
We just bought our first house. We have rooms to furnish and decorate! This book would be a great resource.
My good friend just bought a house. Would love to gift it too him!
This book is on my Christmas list, but I'd love to get it early! :-)
I would love to have a copy!
Im so excited about this contest! Thank you!
Love this blog…think I'd love this book. :)