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HOME AND GARDEN TELEVISION |
 Join Joe as he visits homes from coast-to-coast in search of innovative decorating and home improvement ideas. From contemporary to traditional; from large homes to small abodes; inspiring ideas abound in each. WATCH FOR JOE ON HGTV. |
“The Best of...” International Design Specials |
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| Check your local HGTV schedules for monthly air times of these one hour specials. Who among us hasn’t yearned to escape the mundane routine of daily life and strike out to discover that which is most beautiful and interesting in the world? Join Joe, in these one-hour specials, as he logs the miles for armchair travelers everywhere and opens the door to places that will change the way we think about decorating.
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There’s such an abundance of design history; plus new design trends in Italy that it takes two hour-long specials to tell the story. Visit beautiful villas and palazzos; see luxurious Venetian fabrics and tour the enchanting city of Venice. Meet designers Andrea Branzi, Antonio Citterio and Rubelli Family. (To see some candids from our trip, click on "Design Voyages with Joe".) Airing: Encore Airings. Check the HGTV Program Guide for updates. To subscribe to an HGTV Program Guide call 1-800-340-5898 |
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Visit a castle from the 17th century, meet the engaging Jim Reynold's (Ireland's foremost garden designer), visit with craftsmen from Galway and popular interior designer/weaver Alice Roden. All this and more! (To see some candids from our trip, click on "Design Voyages with Joe".) Airing: Encore Airings. Check the HGTV Program Guide for updates. To subscribe to an HGTV Program Guide call 1-800-340-5898 |
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Designers from around the world have long been inspired by Asian design. Come along on a tour through Japan, one of the oldest cultures in the world, and see why Japanese design remains truly timeless. Meet the legendary architect Tadao Ando, learn about the ancient art of indigo dying, uncover the little known decorating shops of Kyoto, get a master glass in Ikebana (the Japanese art of flower arranging). All this and more! (To see some candids from our trip, click on "Design Voyages with Joe".) Airing: Check the HGTV Program Guide for updates. To subscribe to an HGTV Program Guide call 1-800-340-5898
The Spanish influence has been integral in worldwide design for centuries. Walk through the historic streets of some of Spain's most interesting towns and see how the designs of yesterday are still fresh today. Check the HGTV Program Guide for updates. To subscribe to an HGTV Program Guide call 1-800-340-5898
Join us in "The Land of the Midnight Sun" as we tour through both Sweden and Finland; two countries with very different approaches to design. We'll see the regal beauty of Swedish Gustavian design, and the rustic charm of Finnish log houses, visit a traditional Swedish country house, and tour a fabulous harbor side apartment designed by Finnish design luminary, Ristomatti Ratia. Also get an insiders peek into the art of traditional Finnish basket making. All this and more, stay tuned! (To see some candids from our trip, click on "Design Voyages with Joe".) Check the HGTV Program Guide for updates. To subscribe to an HGTV Program Guide call 1-800-340-5898
Mexico has a rich design history, from quaint colonial towns filled with Spanish architecture, to wildly contemporary buildings awash in color. Join us as we visit an authentic Mexican Hacienda from the 18th century, learn the elements of decorating in the Casa-Mexicana style, and see how one of Mexico City's most important sculptors lives in his incredible loft, designed by a priemier architect (an environment not to be missed!). All this and more from our neighbor "south of the border". (To see some candids from our trip, click on "Design Voyages with Joe".) Check the HGTV Program Guide for updates. To subscribe to an HGTV Program Guide call 1-800-340-5898 .
Take a trip through the English countryside to see how classic English flower planters are made by skilled potters. Step into the midst of a full-scale restoration of a Gothic English schoolhouse and headmaster’s cottage during its transformation into a private home. And, take tea in one of the most elegant hotels in the world. Meet designers Ann Charleton, Jane Churchill, Sally Metcalf, Kenneth Turner and William Yeoward. Airtime: encore airings
Get a rare backstage tour of fashion designer John Galanos’ showroom. Tour a grand chateau and formal garden of a French countess. Meet designers Andree Putnam and Patrick Frey. Airtime: encore airings
The French countryside is famous for its beautiful architecture, gardens and home interiors. Join Joe for the tour and see why. Meet designer Frederick Mechiche. Airtime: encore airings
The influence of the Islands is evident in its homes and design trends. You’ll feel as if you’re on vacation, too, as you tour Jamaica with Joe. (To see some candids from our trip, click on "Design Voyages with Joe".) Airtime: encore airings |
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Seasonal Design Specials:
Evoking images of Christmas past and of cultures worldwide, Joe and his entire family show how everyday items from nature can transform your home into a delightful Holiday haven. From formal to casual, these natural decorating ideas fit any decorating style. Best of all, the whole family can join in--even the kids. Airtime: Annually in November and December |
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The Best of American Design, Rooms for Improvement, The Best of English Design, The Best of Parisian Design, The Best of Country French Design, The Best of Irish Design, The Best of Jamaican, The Best of Japanese Design, The Best of Mexican Design, The Best of Spanish Design, The Best of Scandinavian Design, Open House and World Wide Design Tours Spring 1999 are registered trademarks of Home & Garden Television. All rights reserved by Home & Garden Television. |
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