With her book, Home Design Recipes, Cathy transforms the art of interior design into an accessible and digestible feast for the eyes! Home Design Recipes offers beautiful, insightful, and delectable design advice, tips, and takeaways that are inspiring and approachable. Sograb a glass of wine, pull up a chair, and dig into Home Design Recipes Its absolutely delicious!
Thom Filicia, television personality, bestselling author, and founder of Thom Filicia Inc.
I met Cathy right before she burst onto the national design scene, as a finalist on the reality series, HGTV Design Star. She was a star then and remains one of the most relevant and talented designers in the fields of interior design and home staging. Cathys book, Home Design Recipes, is a master class in design!
Ryan Serhant, real estate broker, television personality on Netflixs Owning Manhattan and Bravos Million Dollar Listing New York. Founder of SERHANT. Author of Brand It Like Serhant and Sell It Like Serhant
My family has known Cathy personally for nearly four decades. Trust me, she is the real dealsuper smart, incredibly talented, and a highly respected expert in the fields of interior design and home staging. Much like having a secret recipe book in your kitchen, giving even beginner cooks the power to create culinary masterpieces, Home Design Recipes is an essential must-have for real estate professionals, homeowners, and design enthusiasts alike!
Laila Ali, former world champion boxer and CEO of Laila Ali Lifestyle
I know real estate, and I know that design and staging are key to boosting a propertys value. Home Design Recipes is an essential resource for anyone committed to real estate and design. Cathy Hobbs is a leading expert in the field, and Home Design Recipes is chock-full of actionable insights that will guide you to success and sophistication in any space.
Barbara Corcoran, businesswoman, television personality on Shark Tank, and founder of The Corcoran Group
Having known Cathy for more than three decades, I can say she is a true dynamo! I am proud to have witnessed her rise to the top in the field of interior design. Home Design Recipes is a textbook in design, capturing Cathys creativity and expertise, while focusing not only on the how and the why behind effective staging strategies, but the design and showcasing of real estate. Cathy is a true authority in both real estate and design.
Amir Korangy, founder and publisher of The Real Deal magazine
Cathy has managed to tap into two things I love dearly. My home and storytelling. Her unique skills as a former journalist and now as a brilliant interior designer allow her to see the person and not just a space where we live day in and out. In Home Design Recipes, she skillfully shares how you can tell your story in your sacred place. That is how I see my home and it is because of Cathy, you will see yours forever.
Tamron Hall, author, television host and executive producer of Tamron Hall (ABC Disney)
Cathy Hobbs is a true visionary in the realm of interior design, and her creation of Home Design Recipes has been a game-changer for anyone seeking to transform their living spaces. Home Design Recipes is a testament to her expertise and innovative approach to making interior design accessible to everyone. Cathys keen eye for aesthetics, coupled with her commitment to practical solutions, sets her apart as a go-to authority for creating stunning living environments.
Shell Brodnax, CEO of the Real Estate Staging Association
Knowing Cathy, I can attest to the effectiveness of her remarkable transformations and approach to design. Home Design Recipes distills Cathys expertise in the fields of interior design and home staging into a format that is not only easy to follow but also enjoyable to explore.
Robert Reffkin, founder and CEO of COMPASS
Cathys journey from television news reporter, capturing stories through a lens, to reinventing herself as an interior designer, reimagining spaces with texture, color, and light, is a testament to her vision, determination, and the boundless potential of creative pursuit.
Jason Fine, editor of Rolling Stone
Cathys extensive journalism background and prolific interior design skills shine in this practical, easy-to-follow, incredibly thoughtful book.
Tamsen Fadal, television personality and bestselling author
As the founder of one of the largest real estate firms in the United States, I have witnessed a lot of people come and go. Cathy is not only a savvy entrepreneur, but an incredibly talented interior designer and real estate stager. Her book Home Design Recipes brilliantly bridges the gap between aesthetic appeal and practical application. Her book is an indispensable resource for real estate professionals and those passionate about personalizing their home environment.
Dottie Herman, vice-chair and former CEO of Douglas Elliman, named Americas Richest Self-Made Woman in Real Estate by Forbes
Ive spent almost twenty years in the vibrant HGTV design world and have seen countless approaches to transforming space. Home Design Recipes is an absolute standout because the ingenious room-by-room recipes offer a clear map to beginners as well as pros. Home Design Recipes isnt just a great guide, its an invitation to unleash your creativity and bring your wildest design dreams to life.
Kim Myles, host of HGTVs Battle on the Mountain and winner of HGTV Design Star Season 2
In a world where true talent often whispers before it roars, Cathys voice in interior design is one Ive come to greatly respect and admire. As someone who has navigated the peaks of the beauty industry, I recognize the rare blend of passion, innovation, and genuine talent when I see it. Cathy shines both in person and through every page of her beautiful book.
Kyan Douglas, television personality and beauty expert on Bravos Queer Eye for the Straight Guy
Whether youre a seasoned professional or a design novice, Home Design Recipes offers a wealth of knowledge, practical advice, and inspiration to help you achieve stunning results in your own projects and renovations.
Stephen Fanuka, president of Fanuka Inc. and host of HGTVs Million Dollar Contractor
I have had the pleasure of knowing Cathy since she was a student studying interior design and have watched with pure admiration as she has translated her immense talent to become the matriarch of imagination. I wholeheartedly recommend Home Design Recipes to anyone looking to demystify the world of interior design.
Joseph Lembo, owner of Lembo Design Inc., Interior Design Hall of Fame inductee
From our days on HGTV Design Star to now, Ive seen Cathys design talent truly shine. Home Design Recipes is the perfect way to cook up unforgettable spaces! She is like the Julia Child of interiors, with each page laying out a recipe for style and simplicity. This book makes design as fun and accessible as cooking a great meal! In the words of Julia Child herself, The more you know, the more you can create. Theres no end to imagination in the kitchen, or in the entire house with Cathys guidance!
Tyler Wisler, international design expert, finalist on HGTV Design Star, and judge/mentor on The Apartment
I love Cathys Home Design Recipes. It provides readers with easy-to-use, step-by-step guides for creating beautiful and harmonious living spaces, and they are the heart of her book. Cathy presents her ideas with such clarity and detail that even those who are completely intimidated by interior design will feel empowered to roll up their sleeves and get decorating!
Evette Rķos, lifestyle expert, designer, television host, and frequent contributor to The Rachael Ray Show
As an architect, I admire Cathy for her profound impact in the field of interior design. Home Design Recipes is a testament to her immense talent, offering both professionals and novices a guide to creating spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. Cathys work is not just about design; its about crafting environments that inspire and endure. Cathys ability and willingness to openly share her knowledge has inspired many others.
Michael Ingui, president of Ingui Architecture
With the precision and organization of an easy-to-follow recipe, Cathys ingenious approach to sharing her vast arsenal of practical design tips breaks down the intricate process of interior design into simple, actionable steps, ensuring every reader can create spaces that resonate with beauty, comfort, and style.
Paula Rizzo, founder of The List Producer and bestselling author of Listful Thinking and Listful Living
Home Design Recipes is more than just a design book; its a collection of insights and knowledge with universal appeal. Cathy has a gift for making spaces tell stories, for turning houses into homes that reflect the beauty of the people within them.
Michele McPhee, bestselling author, talk radio host, screenwriter
Cathy Hobbs is not just a talented designer; shes a visionary whose creativity knows no bounds. Her passion for design is infectious, and her ability to transform spaces into stunning works of art is unmatched.
George Oliphant, host and producer of NBC Universals George to the Rescue
