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Regarding Episode 3, I felt the way that Vern and the others slobbered all over Todd and his design was deplorable. The first week Vern made the point that it very important that you must make the homeowner happy I cannot imagine anyone who whould be pleased to have 1/2 of theit room hurricane damage and have only a small sofa and no coffee table to set their refreshments on. I live in a very small space, a mobile home 12'X 39', and have 2 lounge chairs, tv cabinet, shelves, fold down table and chairs in it. There isn't much spare wall space, but I can have company and we don't have to squeeze on one small sofa.

This episode showed Todd is a very good artist, but I can't call that example decorating. I watched last year's sevies and went all the way for David. He stood out right from the beginning and I love his show now. He an Dannielle (sp) interact as if they grew up neighbors. You would never know that they just met. Both are very talented and you would never see them put a boat wreck in a living room.

As I write this, we are now down to 3 persons. I hope even though he is artistic that Todd doesn't win. I don't think Will has a strong enough personality, unless he comes out of his shell next week. I think Kim should win. She has talent, gets along with others, and showed an entertaining persona. She is my pick prior to seeing the end.

Next year, let's get another set of judges. Vern is somewhat like Robb. I didn't like his personality on Trading Spaces and he hasn't changed my mind now that he is off. The two ladies aren't as bad but 3 fresh faces might be a better choice.

KUDOS for getting rid of Robb. I am surprised he found a hat big enough to fit his head. He needs to go back and watch how he came across to the public and then maybe he would see why he is gone. If not, I hope Clive and the judges have bodyguards.....

Posted by Karen – August 27, 2007 3:49 PM

I think Scott wanted to go home (be eliminated). His room had some brilliant aspects to it; namely the wall painting and the chili rug. He knew before hand that he had too much in his room but didn't take anything away. He's obviously talented and probably wanted to go home and do some 'real' work. Good luck, Scott.

Posted by bkacker – August 23, 2007 4:20 PM

The judges aren't right about everything and need not destroy the two they are eliminating. I particularly dislike how rudely the guy states his opinions, which seem only to understand Asian. This is a downer and embarassing when the two contestants dumped on the most do better work than many if not most of the shows played on HGTV.
A tone of ranked last among amazing talents but wonderful indeed would be a lot better than YOU DIDN'T CUT IT.
I think Scott did his room with the idea that functionality did not matter, but they seemed to withdraw that and entirely ignored the standard when they judged the blue wave room.

Posted by Ivy – August 22, 2007 6:41 PM

I liked Scott's work but it was -way- over accessorized. However one mistake and they're gone. I wasn't impressed with Sparkle Josh's room at all. At least Scott had a cohesive plan rather than a random white stripe and awkwardly arranged cosmetic mirrors. I have liked Adriana from the beginning, she seems to have the personality for a cute show. Did anyone else notice that she didn't get much of a chance to explain the features in her room other than the title. Although she had some innovative ideas, i.e. the brown tape, scrunchies, table top; other things like the bookcase thing was ugly and the mirrors were just stuck on the wall without any backing or outline.

I also agree with the comment Janet posted that the judges should see the space in person, like they do on Bravo's Top Design. An anonymous review would keep outside factors from affecting their decision. But this may not change who gets voted off. Apparently they base their choices on design, executing it, and hosting personality. My major complaint is that the contestants are voted off way too quickly to have an opportunity to show what they can do.

Posted by azimuthrising – August 20, 2007 9:41 AM

Robb's room looked exactly like the place that I have my Volvo serviced. Down to the license plate covers on new cars!!! My mechanic promises to look at the episode!

Posted by Angela – August 20, 2007 2:06 AM

Personally. I would have picked Will's design if it was my reception.

I think Robb thought that he was being slick with some reverse psychology. When the judges asked him who he thought his biggest comp. was, he said Todd.

I think that he really feels that Will is, and that Todd is the weakest of who was left.

He figured if he said it the opposite way, then they judges would get Rid of Will (his biggest fear) and they would keep Todd (someone he has no fear of).

SMART, but a realy low thing to do!

I HATE ROBB and I CAN'T STAND TODD!
Todd reminds my of a generic version of Ty Pennington (who I also can't stand because he acts like a immature two year old all the time)

If it comes down to Robb and Todd I would have to pick Todd. Because, although I can't stand Todd, Robb is an arrogant jerk who makes me physically sick to my stomach!

Posted by Alicia – August 19, 2007 10:59 PM

I think they made huge mistake with eliminating Scott. I truly believe he does have a sense of true style.....everyone can go a little overboard when in the heat of the designing moment, not for elimination.......we'll see what this week brings!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Jodi – August 19, 2007 3:18 PM

I have been an HGTV "junkie" since it's inception. This series is wonderful and I can't wait for each Sunday night to get here. I really like the judges but sometimes don't understand the decisions they make. Most of don't live in CA and I would never decorate a room in the "Todd" manner and I don't know anyone who would!I truly don't understand why Robb and Todd are still there.To send such talent(although I did not like his work in this episode) as Scott home and keep these two clowns is beyond me. So far my favorites this year are "sparkle"Josh, Christina and Will, in that order. Such talent! Of course, last year I wanted Alice to win and thought she did in every episode except the last, I occasionally watch Color Splash, too much "touchy/feely" for me and not enough design.

Posted by surrygal – August 18, 2007 11:36 PM

I am biting my tongue but I do not feel the array of "designers" is quite as good as last year's group, but things like that happen. No one is standing out in any way, in my mind. Sparkle looked okay at first and so did the Josh who is still standing, but I am not thrilled with either of them. Will is so very nice but can he handle a show? Christina is just too too something...maybe it's her way of speaking. Kim is sweet but probably too inexperienced. Rob is a no-no. That's it...that's the group...do we not have a real Design Star? Maybe not... Perhaps it would have been a better idea not to eliminate them two at a time...this seems rather quick! I like the judges a lot...I want to applaud them! And, of course, Clive is great!!

Posted by shi2shi – August 18, 2007 7:46 PM

Where do I start? I had so looked forward to this season but it is starting to be a dud. Sparkle Josh is pretty much the only one left whose show I would watch. I liked his room. I thought he showed great creativity in using what was available to create a pretty room. It might not be my personal taste but that blue bomb Todd creatd certainly was not. I thought he should have been eliminated. He's a one-trick pony and HGTV certainly cannot believe people want to see that on a regular basis. I think Clive summed up Robb's design perfectly. Sure it was cohesive but the colors were glaring and it indeed looked like a Swedish hospital. The only thing in Kim's room I liked was the table. The paper plates were awful. They looked like paper plates. Christina's room was tastefully done but there are a slue of show's already on HGTV with that particular look. I would rather see something different. I was pleasantly suprised but not blown away by Will's room. Scott's color choices were great but I have to agree that there was way too much in there. I don't think it was the worse than Todd or Robb's though. Adriana was a big disappointment. I had her picked as an early favorite. Yes she can build but her design tastes do nothing for me.
So that brings us back to Sparkle Josh. He actually used the 99 cent items unlike Todd. His room was pretty without smacking you in the face, unlike Robb. It was different, unlike Christina or Will and it's tacky elements (what do you expect from a 99 cents store) were better than Kim's. I like Kim, Josh and Will. I can't stand Robb and Todd. Not sure about Christina. She kind of rubs me the wrong way. DOn't know why yet. Time will tell.

Posted by Rhose – August 17, 2007 10:30 PM

I thought this was a chance to comment on the show as well as the designers NOT put down other peoples thoughts. Before you put down fans or complaints you might stop and think before you open your mouth. The show is great may the best person win.
Jennifer

Posted by Jennifer – August 17, 2007 11:28 AM

I have an idea. There is more to designing a room than painting walls, doing window treatments, etc. Have the designers each do 5 different themed tablescapes. Don't tell the judges who's is who. Have the judges rate the tablescapes and the one with the highest ratings for all of his/her tablescapes will be the winner and the lowest rated ones will be the ones to be eliminated. This way the judges will have to decide on the talent more than who did what. I am not saying do this for every challenge, but perhaps the one after the first episode. I think the judges make up there minds on who they like instead of what they have done. The judges also expect the designers to design what they like instead of the audience. I like country and if I was on DesignStar I would be eliminated simply because I llike country and that would probably be reflected in my room designs. The judges ONLY like clean lines and contemporary, not everyone in the world likes clean lines and contemorary.

Posted by Janet – August 17, 2007 12:37 AM

Okay. I love this blog and watching Design Star. Yet, it seems everyone is soooo out to complain that they are not paying attention.

Please, those that think Robb suddenly had a coffee table appear really need to go back and look at the pictures from this episode.

The coffee tables were two tiered. Top shelf, bottom shelf.

Robbs' table in the end had only one shelf. Gee, how did that happen? He cut the bottom shelf off to use on the wall.

I am no fan of Robb's. I do not like his personality and that he is difficult to work with. I don't think thos traits are good for a person who wants to be a Design Star.

Yet, I can not sit idly by and have people tear anyone apart when they apparently are not paying attention and do not have a grasp of the details. Use your eyes and ears before speaking.

Posted by KATS CRADDLE – August 16, 2007 7:24 PM

I agree that Todd's "yet again surf-related" theme was too boyish and immature. Is this all he thinks about? He is not some kid and needs to do some growing up. I cannot picture him doing an actual room in future challenges.

Posted by Barbara – August 16, 2007 4:09 PM

I'd love to hear from all the Scott lovers from last week now! What a joke, I don't claim to have any talent and even I knew what they were going to say about that disaster. ...and why didn't he cry when he lost? He couldn't keep dry in front of the camera when he was doing well! And "sparkle" Josh got knocked down a peg. I know everyone hates Robb and Todd's personalities and friendship, but I totally disagree with most of you, they were creative, unlike Josh who just tried to replicate his winning dining room from the prior week. Will is definitely the front runner and the southern belle impressed me although she is still annoying. Glad to see Adriana go, she struck me as a good candidate at the intro show, but had not shown me anything.

Posted by Mike – August 16, 2007 10:06 AM

I truely can't believe that Todd's "yet again surf-related" theme won the challenge. His room seemed like a sad reminder of Hurricane Katrina and New Orleans. It was a "design", but not interior design! I think he is too boyish, and not mature enough to represent HGTV's current level of professionalism.

I thought that Will and Christine had the two best rooms (in that order), and that the last battle will involve these two designers. Both have "natural talent."

Posted by Goldy in the House – August 16, 2007 1:43 AM

Design Star is one of my favorite shows. This episode was right up my alley, as I love to decorate with 'cheap stuff' in different ways and make it look expensive. I would have had a ball with this challenge. As for the designers, when Clive said that Robb's room reminded him of a Swiss hospital, I had just been thinking the same thing! Scott's room would have made a great retail showroom, but was pretty. Who ever heard of a room made to look like a tsunami hit it? Come on. Although he was very creative, all the other rooms could actually translate into real rooms. Sparkle Josh's room was gorgeous, but these days if it's not sleek and straight lines and the latest thing, nobody wants to like it. Vern doesn't like anything that's not Asian inspired - he should have more of an open mind. That's not everyone's taste either. He didn't think Josh's room looked enough like it didn't all come from the 99 ct store, but he liked cut out paper plates stuck to Kim's wall? I thought that was tacky, although I liked the overall look of her room. Josh is still my favorite and I hope he wins. Not only does he seem to have a flair for decorating, but he doesn't necessarily go along with the latest trend. He does what he feels. And he seems nice and a lot of fun.

Posted by Conni – August 16, 2007 12:35 AM

Well, I was surprised by Robb this week....I was hoping that he had more talent than he had shown previously. Personally, I kinda liked the car door on the wall in the first challenge, thought it was cool, abstract, if you like that style. I was disappointed that Scott was eliminated...I totally agreed with Vern, though...way to much "stuff" in the room. I loved his paint job and his colors, especially his "rug", but he completely overdid it with the extras. I loved Todd's room...I thought the judges said this room was to be judged NOT on functionality, but purely on design. If so, I think Todd's room was pretty incredible. Very creative, great artwork..totally outside the box. Will's room was pretty good...not as good as others, but not bad. I think he definitely deserved to stay in the competition. Kim's had some great aspects..loved her color combination, loved the idea of the paper plated...it just didn't have a complete cohesiveness to it. Christina's room was fantastic...I don't particularly care for the color combination, but she did a great job.
All in all, I think the right people were eliminated...they just didn't quite have the same effect as the other designers' rooms.
Looking forward to the next competition...can't wait to see who goes this time!! : ) I just wish they weren't rushing this so much!

Posted by stephanie – August 15, 2007 10:08 PM

all the designers are talented. that's the bottom line. oh, and by the way, this is a competition not a team effort. all this negativism really takes the fun out of the show. i think it's entertaining and i enjoy the mix of personalities. it seems to me aside from will who obviously does not like robb, everybody gets along fine.

Posted by lauren – August 15, 2007 7:56 PM

wow...everybodys a critic. reminder people...the show is all about individual competition, not group effort. this would mean nobody should expect team effort. what is the point of that ? as far as the basis for creativity goes, each one of the designers have plenty. trying to read into a persons reasons for expressing themselves in any particular way is never going to happen. art is art. to be able to stand back, keep personal judgements and criticisms at bay, and to simply observe a persons creative work, may actually inspire rather than stir up any type of explaination. only a true artist is capeable of viewing art without a personal critical eye. an artist never judges another artists work with criticism. so basically everybody commenting is either not very creative by nature, or simple closed minded. which is exactly why people call on others to decorate. there is a fish for every hook, and no two people like exactly the same thing. i think maybe the viewers might try to sit back and view, rather take all the fun out of it ! i feel like the true reason for the show is being destroyed by this critical, negative behavior. what's the fun in that ? it's entertainment for one....as far as the talent, well it's there. they all have it or they wouldn't be there.

Posted by lauren – August 15, 2007 7:48 PM

I was shocked and angry at the outcome of last Sunday's show. I thought the competition was for the best design OF A ROOM -- not just an art competition. It looks like the way to be successful on "Design Star" is to prance around with your shirt off. It's a buff body show, not design competition. The show's panel of judges and producers have proven themselves to be cheap flesh peddlers, who have no principles. The show ought to invite the last two people eliminated to return to the show; then set up some basic rules about design, and then judge the competitors based on those rules -- not by who turned them on. Then Todd can go take part in an art competition on another show, or compete in the Mr. Muscle Beach competition in Los Angeles.

Posted by Diann – August 15, 2007 5:08 PM

Yes I like Robb, who is from Orlando Florida, not the Northeast, and think it's strange that a car door on the wall - abstract artform - is bad but a skateboard ramp is cool. Now, I wouldn't have a car door on my wall but that is what interests Robb so why is it any different then Todd's skateboard/surfer stuff. And at least Robb didn't do a car/truck theme on his room. Todd can't get away from his adolescent surfing mode. Ropb has an abrasive personality but so does Armando Montelongo and Richard Davis in Flip This House but I watch them. Robb needs to mellow a bit but so do some of the others. One writer said that Robb's room looked like he planned it beforehand. Well, any one of the 11 finalists who didn't watch Season One of Design Star was a fool. I'd have planned what I would do just in case they did use some of the same challenges. Nothing wrong in that. Robb used a lot of things from the 99 Cent Store in his room and was creative in tearing apart his shelf unit and his coffee table and end table to create new things (no he didn't steal anyone's coffee table!) Todd used some cotton balls and tore up some furniture - big deal. His painting was good though. I wonder how many people who blog could go into a 99 Cent Store and decorate the same room.
I think Sparkle's room was underrated by the judges because of the muted colour scheme. But it was a girl teen's Barbie-type of flashy room and was quite good. Will's was good too and should have one the photo shoot prize but it was predictable Vern Yip Trading Spaces/David Bromstad Colour Splash. I like David by the way but his artwork is all the same and I wouldn't have it in my home. He does have some great ideas and I do enjoy his show. Kim had a good idea with the faux wallpaper but I wonder why she didn't use contact paper or wrapping paper with a design already on it. Christina's was vivid but stark. Scott had fabulous painted walls but lost it with his way too many accessories. Adriana's was not restful to me with that colour scheme. But I thought the off centering of the feature wall and sofa unique.
And once again, I like Cynthia as a judge the best but still feel different judges for each episode and judging each room without knowing who did it to be the most objective way to go about it. Also, no elimination until the fourth round. Let them decorate their living quarters. Let them have a group project and then a solo project then start eliminating on the next ones. Give them all a chance to show what they can do.

Posted by Dee Dee Cee – August 15, 2007 4:37 PM

I think Todd likes to show off his chest. I don't think he could do anthing if he had to keep his shirt on. I like Will,Christina and Looooooooooove Josh. I should because he is family. He is a great person and loves to laugh.He is so tallented and we are soooooooo proud of him. No matter what,he is a star to us. Hang in there Josh, Tennessee is proud of ya.Your Cuz Jennifer.

Also, Rob thinks his doesn't stink, Who would put a car door on the wall. That should say it all.

Posted by Jennifer – August 15, 2007 1:45 PM

If, God forbid, Todd would win, maybe they could call the show "Decorating for Dudes, Dude".

Posted by Tuttid53 – August 15, 2007 1:25 PM

I just had a very scary thought. What if Robb and Todd ended up being the two finalists? We, the viewing public, would be forced to pick between the lesser of two evils. Horrors!!!

Posted by Toni – August 15, 2007 12:12 PM

I've been reading the posts again, especially the comments about this season moving too fast. I agree. You can send an e-mail to HGTV with your comments. Go to the Design Start home page and click on Message Boards. Read the NOTE and click on"Viewer Support" link and from there you can send in your comments.

I've already given them my two cents worth and also let them know the comments on this site. My suggestion was no elimination the first night, just critiquing from the judges. No elimination for team efforts. Who's really to blame there? More individual challenges to see how good the contestants are. Just my thoughts.

HGTV says they will read the comments you e-mail them. Wouldn't it be nice if they actually listened?

Posted by Mary McPhillips – August 15, 2007 10:14 AM

This is the third time I'm blogging this season. Like many others, I am truly disappointed in the show. I had looked so forward to it because I absolutely loved last season. This year I believe the talent pool is lacking. I do not know what the requisites are to audition as a contestant, but something is surely lacking this year. I love design or decorating shows for the ideas they give to average people who can't afford to hire a decorator. Trading Spaces was great until they got crazy, and carried away with their egos. I don't watch that show anymore. Anyhow, I digress, just wanted to say that regarding Todd and Robb, I was taught if I didn't have anything good to say to say nothing. nuff said. I think the outcome this year will be a tie with Will and Josh doing a "ebony and ivory" show, which has some interesting prospects. Christine is too too sweetzie and Kim I could see doing a crafty type show. Loved her table. Don't miss Scott, too emotional. I will continue to watch because I cannot stop, but I hope shows get better.

Posted by Bea Juhn – August 15, 2007 2:33 AM

Wow, this show is getting wild, and not in a good way. HGTV loves Vern so much that he's getting his own show this fall, but he's gotten so obnoxious that I will not waste my time watching that show. As for Sunday's competition, I know they said "creativity, not necessarily functuality" but come on....Actually, I wasn't really impressed with any of the decorations. I'm still predicting that Kim will end up as the winner because she's the only one who is really playing it safe. She reminds me a lot of last year's Alice.

Posted by KarenE – August 15, 2007 12:45 AM

As I said last night, this show now should be named, "Decorator Star", instead of "Design Star." That's what the producers get for cutting all of the truly viable designers. Will and Josh have great potential, but they certainly aren't there yet.

True design involves a heck of a lot more than decorating a room for fun or indulging your surfing/skating hobbies. Design involves Architecture, History, Construction, Space Planning, Budgeting, Interaction with Clients and a myriad of other complex skills. This year, the judges have already cut the only three people who already possessed those skills - Scott, Lisa & Neeraja. What a shame.

Last year, at least the judges/producers recognized the difference between designer and decorator: the last 3 designers standing were ACTUALLY designers: David, Alice and Tim...

The special irony this week is that the upcoming show is for "Las Vegas Wedding"; Scott also is a Wedding Planner in Santa Barbara. (Check out Scott's website - he's got extensive credentials. Maybe Vern feels threatened...) I would laugh at those judges if it wasn't so painful.

Again, this is now "Decorator Star". They've lost me, and I would guess many others, as a viewer. C'est la vie. All I can wish for the rest of you, is that the judges/producers quit indulging their agent provocateur, Rob, and axe that royal arse sooner than later.

--Therese

P.S. ...to the person who labeled others in this forum as "hysterical" because they didn't agree that Todd's room was the "best" or livable; well, I didn't think ANYONE here was hysterical -they were just voicing their opinions.

Posted by Therese – August 15, 2007 12:22 AM

I just have to comment again. The judges said something like Scott's room had too much going on in it, but they voted Todd's chaotic room as a winner. How dumb. I really think they need to get new judges. Also I was reading on the message board and someone suggested that the rooms be done and the judges not know who did what room until they pick a winner and deceide who would be eliminated. This way the judges would truly be deciding on the design of the room and not the person.

Posted by Janet – August 14, 2007 11:41 PM

It seems that Design Star has turned into the "David won last year, so let's all copy his style" contest. It's like we're seeing different versions of his (and Vern's) style by almost everyone. Adriana and Todd were the 2 who deviated farthest from David's style, and one won while the other was sent home. So, there's only one designer left with any creative difference. Maybe the producers should have other designers from Trading Spaces come in as guest judges so that we won't see David's style again and again. It was a shame that a talented person like Adriana lost her show. What a disappointment.

Posted by Donna – August 14, 2007 10:57 PM

Robb is the most obnoxious arragant person I have ever seen. If he is chosen design star, his show will be canceled and never seen by me.

Posted by TOJ – August 14, 2007 10:10 PM

Scott's rug design was awesome. I was sorry to see him go. Todd's was fantastic too but I think it belongs in an art museum, not a living room. Josh's room suited him - way too sparkly. I would never watch his show if he wins.

Posted by Karen – August 14, 2007 9:12 PM

Way to go, Josh!! You are doing awesome! You will come back this week and show the judges a thing or two!!! We loved your room this week. I think any teenage girl would love it too. Keep up the great work. We are so proud of you here in Tennessee!!!

Posted by Giah K. – August 14, 2007 8:01 PM

Scott's room was one of the best. He should've stayed!! Even though I love Sparkle, he really should've lost this one. And I'm sorry to see Adriana go. She has a lot of positive attitude which was very attractive for a design star. The one I can't wait to see go is Christina. She's absolutely fake!!!!! She's not really sweet. Beautiful on the outside, but a witch on the inside. She's a back-stabber!!! I'm glad to see Neeraja go mow someone somewhere else.

Posted by LWilliam – August 14, 2007 6:07 PM

Why all the Todd-bashing? Todd did something totally brilliant and unique. Who would ever think of taking a space like that and coming up with what he did? I think it shows creativity. All the deisgners now use the same symmetry and multiples must be their mantra(and only in odd numbers)... 3 candles, 5 frames, etc.
I wouldn't want that room to relax in, but that wasn't the idea. Great job Todd!

Posted by Toni – August 14, 2007 5:57 PM

if you want your home to look like a surfing
shop or restaurant then I guess Todd is the one
with my English,French,and Swedish antiques-I'd
call Will or Josh-I'd have the police waiting
if I was told Robb was coming-what an irritating
yankee he is-he better stick with his 2,000 friends in the Northeast

Posted by linda – August 14, 2007 5:46 PM

Season Two is a real drag. A room full of decorators and no designers. Todd and Robb will never be David - the sooner they stop trying the sooner they may develop into something. Sparkle needs to forget the "act" and get serious. Kim is the only decent female and I'm afraid she really is out of her league, although she did well with her room. Will manages to pull things together, again time will tell. Scott was too emotional, a real drag on the energy of the whole group. Adriana was the same thing. Maybe with them gone things will pick up. For sure this season is not as interesting as the first. I haven't seen one person yet that I would let do one thing in my house. Next week should be interesting, especially to see Todd challenged by something other than a surfer theme.

Posted by David – August 14, 2007 4:38 PM

This was an emotionally tough one to watch this week. Just looking at them you knew that Scott's room was way too busy. I really did not care at all for Rob's treatment of his room and I will be glad when his obnoxious attitude is gone from the scene. He needs to take lessons on interacting with people from David. I can see from an artistic standpoint why Todd's ranked so highly with the judges. My heart absolutely broke for Adriana. I really didn't want to see her gone. I wonder if her cultural background colored the way she viewed her room. David is probably right, she should have watched the first series and then she would have know what the judges were aiming for in this episode. I love the whole thing and watch each episode in repeats regularly!!

Posted by plou429 – August 14, 2007 4:34 PM

I'll miss Scott. I thought he was very talented. I agree with those who would not watch Robb or Todd -- me neither. And God forbid I would let them into my home -- either thru TV or in actuality!! Please ask David to come back and show them how it's done!

Posted by kat – August 14, 2007 3:31 PM

I have to agree with the complaints about removing two contestants at a time. Wasn't there enough funding to film as many shows as last season?

Todd's room was an art installation or a display for a surfer shop; it =wasn't= a usable, livable room in a home. The judges ignored their own criteria, a major misjudgement. Josh's room was a great teen girl's room and shouldn't have been so critised by the judges. This week, =they= were the ones who should have had their show cancelled.

Posted by Patricia – August 14, 2007 2:59 PM

TO JASONCLAIRDAY!!! posted at 2:04 a.m. I am an 87 Northeastern housewife. I am addicted to Design Star. I think that Todd is just soooo hot, but can someone tell me what eye candy is & where I can get some please!!!

Posted by pl – August 14, 2007 2:25 PM

I thought all the designers did a fab job and I think it was difficult for the judges this episode, especially when they had to eliminate two. I think Robb rocks! I know most of you don't like him but I do. I'm not crazy about his personality but his design was very good, he's cute, he's sexy and I'd rather see him with his shirt off then Todd. I can't wait until next Sunday for the next challenge.

Posted by Dee Dee Cee – August 14, 2007 1:43 PM

I still love the show and I think the right people went home. What I don't understand is why HGTV is taking out 2 designers at a time. I enjoy the show for the show itself. Yes, I like to see the spin-off with David but "HGTV's Next Design Star" is just as enjoyable to watch. Why do they want to shorten its run? They play tons of reruns of old shows. I say only 1 designer out each week because I am ready to see the next season as soon as one ends.

Posted by Jackie – August 14, 2007 12:08 PM

Todd, blew me away. He did that with $1.00 store
merchandise. Unbelieveable. The guy has confidence
I can't wait to see what he comes up with next.

Posted by Evonne – August 14, 2007 11:50 AM

Took another look at the rooms -- as for the comment on where Robb found "another table" If you look you can see that he used the shelf from the original coffee table and the legs from one of the smaller side tables.
Also, about those judges: ALL they see are the finished videos at the judging! They never see the footage of the process. They are pretty much limited in what criteria they use for the eliminations.
I do agree with just about everyone else: I could NOT watch any show with either Robb or Todd. They are just too irritating and annoying.

Posted by Joan – August 14, 2007 10:53 AM

I love watching design star. The first season was great just as this season. I even have my husband watching the show with me. Will's and Kim's rooms were beutiful. Their imagation was great for the space. They also showed how they can design a beautiful room on a budget. There are people in the world that would like to be that creative at the dollar store to make their rooms in their homes look beautiful. Will's and Kim's design showed what you can do on a budget and still be proud to have people over.

Robb, Todd, and Christina, if I had to pick the best out of the three it would have been Christina's. Her colors wear bold and she was creative with the end tables. Someone could use this design within their home. I disliked Robb's art design for the walls. I just can't see something for my dishes on my walls. Todd's room must have been designed for a child. It was out of the box but not a beautiful room. I must agree with Vern I can't wait to see some real design. Everyone don't surf or skate. He would not have been my pick for the win. Also, I watch enough HGTV to know I never seen anything like this before for a room design.
Scott did have too much in the room. However, I did liked his design and his art work. I just couldn't see myself smelling the peppers on the floor or cleaning them up when they turned old. The idea and color for the floor was good.
Josh got great talent and he is a great shopper. However, this was a weak area for him this week. I understands his nickname but it did not have to be displayed in his room. Smile.
Andriana is a great builder and I liked her room. However, she should have done one floor plan.

Will's personality is great. He has a plan and he appears to be easy to work with and will tell you the truth about you in your face Robb. Not behind your back as you did two weeks ago.

Robb's and Todd's personality appears to be all about them and they are the great ones. Always wanting to be in control.

Christina to soft spoken. She has a nice personality. Kim she has a nice personality.

Josh has a great pesonality and appears to be easy to work with and a team player.

Scott cried to much for me and so did Andriana.

Posted by Tessie – August 14, 2007 10:35 AM

For me I find Christina's rooms to be beautiful and elegant. Josh doesn't seem to recognize the difference between Liberace glitz and glittering elegance. I find Todd designs to be too self centered (his interests), beautiful art but not something I would want to live with. Will has surprised me throughout with his lovely designs but Sunday's room had a little too much going on. I personally thought Josh should have gone and Scott should have stayed because of the really great elements in Scott's room, i.e. the wall treatment, rug, and color scheme. I think it should be easier to teach someone with good style sense that less is more than to teach someone (like Josh) good style. I can definitely see Kim with her own show where she demonstrates inventive ways to use ordinary things to decorate with little money. I hated Rob's room and his sneaky ways.

Posted by Phyllis – August 14, 2007 10:35 AM

I have to agree with the blogger above who said that he/she doesn't watch when the competitors are mean. I'm the same way. I watched Survivor until the show when that Susan girl told the other one that "if she was dying on the sidewalk she wouldn't even spit on her" (yes, that was a paraphrase, but as I haven't watched the show since, I can't remember the quote verbatim). When any competition show allows the competitors to become too mean spirited, I tune out. Do we really need to show the worst of human nature on television? I'm no Bush fan, but isn't a "kinder, gentler, America" something to strive for? Show me honest competition, done in the spirit of good values, human kindness and compassion for our fellows and I'm right there, watching them and shouting them on. Show me meaness, crudeness, rudeness and I'm excercising my option to tune OUT.

Posted by Phronsie Onea – August 14, 2007 10:24 AM

Robb and Todd did shine in color and design but who would want either of them... Robb is socially challenged and Todd is totally juvenile.

A skateboard ramp and now a wave ruined room. Get real. No one in their right mind would have him touch any part of their house.

As nasty as Robb is, how can you keep him... rewarding him with "surprised" awe from all three judges... please

Posted by carole – August 14, 2007 10:10 AM

I don't think I am going to watch the show anymore without Scott- He should have edited and I know he would have if it were real life and not a ticking clock! He is my favorite and who I would hire to design my house.

Scott should hold his head high and get a publicist- he's really the star to me!!

Posted by Suzanne – August 14, 2007 8:39 AM

First of all- - -love your show. 99-cent store was a fun idea!

Second comment- - -Scott should have stayed!!!
Since "functionality" of the room was not a criterion, Scott's room, which Martha said looked like a store, should have been judged as if it were a store display...with all those colorful goods for sale! They judged Todd's room as if it were an art installation, not a functional living room. So, why change the rules for Scott? SCOTT SHOULD HAVE STAYED!!! Even though his space was full of things, the colors were delightful; they represented one side of the color wheel in analogous relationships; the textures titillated; The space in which the objects were placed was beautifully designed. Okay, so maybe too much housewares. But, they all worked together to create a colorful, unified, exciting store display. Scott's dismissal is our loss.

Thirdly- -Glad Adriana was cancelled. Yes, she does carpentry. But, her kitchen island from show 2 was a disaster. Looked like a wooden headpiece from the flying nun. And she's a 'strident' female. Wouldn't want to watch or listen to her on t.v.

Fourthly, Christina does okay work. But she takes a minute and a half to say something that someone else can say in one minute.
That s-l-o-o-oow d-r-a-wllll is a killer to listen to. If she wins, will they give her an hour and a half to do a one hour show?

And lastly, I still think HGTV should do an Ebony and Ivory show featuring Will and Sparkling Josh (whose pink and grey room had some great elements befitting a 12-year old "celebra-teen.") Yay, Josh and Will!

Posted by whitegingers – August 14, 2007 7:44 AM

I don't get it. What has Todd done to incur the wrath of so many viewers? Unless I missed something, he hasn't said anything out of line or hurtful to any of his fellow designers. In the first show, he was a total team player. As I recall, he built that dining room table for Scott and Kim before finishing his own project. If not for Todd, that dining pit doesn't happen. As for the second challenge, someone had to take over and get all of the projects moving. Could he have listened a little better? Sure he could have (so could each of us). If Todd doesn't assume the leadership. we'd still be waiting for "organic" Josh to make a decision. The last show was all about creativity. Nuff said.

Posted by John – August 14, 2007 7:29 AM

Well....I'm just speechless. I used to treat myself to watching Design Star every Sunday night. I blocked out time for the event. But, after last Sunday night's competition and the results, I'll be finding some other way to treat myself - maybe read a good book. Todd's room was bizarre and given his arrogance, I get no pleasure from watching.

Posted by Kim – August 14, 2007 4:29 AM

TO (socallady – August 14, 2007 12:45 AM) TRUST ME I CAN'T STAND ROBB HOWEVER YOU ARE INCORRECT I BELIEVE, ABOUT THE COFFEE TABLE THEFT. IF YOU LOOK CAREFULLY AT ALL OF THE ROOMS ALL OF THE TABLES HAVE ANOTHER SHELF UNDER THE TOP OF THE TABLE. THE ONLY OTHER PERSON THAT APPEARS TO HAVE REMOVED THAT WAS KIM & SHE USED IT AS SHELVING ON THE RIGHT OF THE PICTURE OF HER ROOM

Posted by MICHELLE – August 14, 2007 3:01 AM

I'm so impressed with Todd!! I've read some of the other hysterical comments. I don't understand why people aren't appreciating that this show is not real life. Its a show. You're supposed to stand out. You're supposed to display creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. Radical ideas and usually stamped out by the status quo. I'd imagine that this show would attract viewership open to being challenged with fresh ideas. Do I want a wave in my house? No. Do I want someone with such a creative eye to consider my space and help me think of something I would have never thought of? YES!! Was the challenge to be bold and creative? Yes. Todd dominated.

I think people are unfairly lumping Rob and Todd together. They are COMPLETELY different. Rob's been a jerk but Todd's been a team player and helpful and supportive of everyone. Todd just seems to be the only person who is nice to Rob and therefore people are lumping them together. Anyway, I read some bashing and its amazing to me, I had such a different reaction, my mouth dropped when I saw what Todd created in that room in twelve hours - that was brilliance and I will watch his show when he wins.

Josh was a bit disappointing yesterday. I really like him and hope he pulls it together next week. Scott is very likable and I was sad to see him go but, honestly, I had to agree. His design was not great. I think they nailed it when they said it looked like a store front. So, for me, it wasn't out-of-the-box WOW nor was it livable, I-could-see myself-living-there - it just missed the mark and failed to impress one way or the other. If it was a little less cluttered, he would have probably survived. It's too bad, he has talent but just got unlucky that night. Kim's was a forgettable but she's terrific - what a great attitude! Will did very solid work and Christina, I must admit, surprised me; she's talented. Rob will be voted off soon, everyone settle down. His work last night was creative and the judges were fair to him. I would have lost faith in the show if they didn't judge his work fairly.

Oh, by the way, I love this show and I really love the diversity of ideas!!

Posted by DJ – August 14, 2007 2:55 AM

FYI!!!! DAVID BROKE OUT OF THE HOUSE!!! I CAUGHT "COLOR SPLASH" TONIGHT, ONE THAT WAS NEW. HE ACTUALLY DID AN OUTDOOR PATIO REDESIGN FOR THE SAN FRANSISCO FIRE DEPT. THIS IS WHERE THE GUYS HANG OUT UNTIL THEY ARE CALLED OUT. DAVID & HIS CREW DID A FANTASTIC JOB. HE REPLACED THEIR GRILL, ADDED NEW TABLES & SEATING, HUGE UMBRELLAS & DANIELLE PAINTED AN OLD BROKEN DOWN FENCE INTO A MASTER PIECE. THEY EVEN RESURFACED THE CONCRETE FLOOR. THE CARPENTER BUILT A FIRE HYDRENT OUT OF LUMBER THAT YOU COULD TAKE APART FOR ADDITIONAL SEATING. I HOPE YOU CAN CATCH THE RERUN, THE BEST "COLOR SPLASH" I EVER SAW. THIS IS TRUE DESIN STAR MATERIAL.

Posted by PATRICE PITTSBURGH,PA – August 14, 2007 2:48 AM

Yes, Scott SHOULD have stayed!!!!!! And how DID Rob end up with two coffee tables - I noticed the same dang thing. He's hiding lighting so others don't get it and now he "magically" creates an extra table. Hmmm. Maybe he's a mole... Maybe this IS Big Brother... This show isn't worth my time now. It should be called Decorator Star instead of Design Star.

Posted by Therese – August 14, 2007 2:21 AM

What the heck were the judges thinking is right... A fan last year, I am truly over this show now. Scott, by far, showed the most true design talent. Notice that I didn't say "decorating" talent.

Scott, Neeraja and Lisa were the only individuals that truthfully could be called "Designer" this year. Sadly, Lisa and Neeraja didn't get much of chance. Scott may have over-accessorized this week, but the design of his room was superior and certainly out-weighed a small decision which could have easily been relieved by walking over and removing some items. (And I do think he should have stuck with the lanterns that complimented the tones of his room - but again small detail.)

Rob should have been cut the first week, if not for his obnoxious personality, then for his horribly tacky Eighties Car Door Harem design. (I mean, really, weren't car doors hanging in New York galleries in 1982? The artists then certainly executed the design much better than Rob did.) Lisa was robbed because the producers wanted to keep a trouble-maker. The judges (Vern) told Lisa her area had no function, but what function did that Purple Hell Harem have? Rob's design this week? Stunning at first, but I DO think I've seen the very same room at Ikea.

Todd is more of a contractor/artist and the future will show him as such. Todd's room this week was all a paint treatment and had little to do with the 99c store challenge. (At least Scott TRIED to use the 99c store items.) Between Todd and Rob and Organic Josh, they have left a testorone trail that could wipe-out the west coast. Jesh.

While I like Sparkle Josh, and I think Will is fantastic, they, along with Kim and Cristina are more "decorators" than designers. (This is ESPECIALLY true for Kim and Cristina.) The individual challenge rooms for these 4 people were certainly better than last year's (except David's) individual challenge rooms, but that certainly isn't saying much. Besides, they've had a year to think about what they would do under the same circumstance...

All to hope for now is that Will or Josh win, but really, who cares? I'm sorry, but I'm no longer interested in a show where true designers are cut right off of the bat.

I am beginning to agree with the others in this forum regarding Vern - he's now over-the-top. One forum post regarded Vern as being capable of one type of design only (a one trick pony, so to speak) - Asian Zen - whatever that means anymore... That criticism of Vern is starting to ring true with me, sorry to say. The editing of this show seems to show Vern as being primarily responsible for who is getting cut. That's sounding a little scary at this point.

The judge's have mucked up. Maybe the judges' show can be cancelled... hehe. (Cynthia can stay - LOVE HER!)

--no more Design Star for me. bluck.

Posted by Therese – August 14, 2007 2:04 AM

Wow! This is my first time posting on this site (even after religiously watching both seasons), and I am very surprised and disappointed by the comments here. They seem to come from bored midwestern housewives and/or teenage girls. They do not seem to reflect the current trends, ideas or styles in today's contemporary living. I think that it is important to note the following: 5-10 years ago the mere thought of stainless steel appliances in the kitchen was unthinkable and completely unthinkable for most Americans; now has almost reached the status of the "bare minimum" for kitchens in the U.S. Who is to say what the next big thing is? I think that is the purpose of Design Star -- to possibly find someone who has something "new" to say. Since when is creative thinking i.e. "thinking outside of the box" a negative, or to be criticized? I really feel that the viewers commenting on here come from either a lack of formal design education, personal design sense and/or not realizing that design is a combination of several various disciplines

Posted by jasonclairday – August 14, 2007 2:04 AM

I knew for a fact that Adriana would go tonight because Vern hasn't looked her in the face at ALL. He really didn't like her from the beginning. I LOVE sparkle Josh! He's the one I picked from the beginning. Todd and Robb need to get over themselves. Hated both their rooms. Loathe their attitudes. And what's with the line "Someone wants their own show" (VERN). No...you think? Clive...please talk more so Vern doesn't. And stop eliminating them two at a time!!

Posted by chelle – August 14, 2007 1:55 AM

SCOTT should of stayed!! PERIOD

Posted by ASM_ybe – August 14, 2007 1:17 AM

I just finished watching the individual challenge. Unfortunately, I missed the kitchen episode, but saw enough on line to get the jist of that competition.

I am reading many negative comments about the judges, but they come with the credentials, the experience, the know-how of television and presentation. Design television isn't like hiring an interior designer to do a room in your home....It is much more than that! A television designer must have camera presence and "likability", be creative in ALL kinds of situations. They do not have the luxury of saying, "Sorry, hire another designer". The job is extremely stressful, and if someone cannot handle the physical and emotional demands that design television presents, that person has no right remaining in the competition. Design style must be an important deciding factor as to who stays and who goes, but so must endurance, flexibility, and emotional stability.

Sorry, I just had to throw in my two cents.

Posted by Maureen – August 14, 2007 12:55 AM

I am surprised by these judges. The wave is stupid (it is supposed to be a ROOM, isn't it?) It didn't demonstrate talent but lack of maturity.
The most insulting part of this show is that the judges can't seem to see that no one will ever watch Robb or want him in their home: I would like to know how he got one table to cut (the legs off) to use for his wall "art" & a second table to use as a coffee table? WAKE UP judges!

Posted by socallady – August 14, 2007 12:45 AM

I don't blame the judges for rewarding Todd with his artistic abilities. However, the sparkle guy and Adriana should have switched places. She had great color combinations, she just didn't know what the judges wanted. I personally think that things are more interesting when they aren't over repeated, for instance, the zen room, but I can see how they wanted her to have an obvious focal point in such a small room. I would have done something with the ceiling, like panels of fabric, or a light fixture. I love the challenges they come up with, and one day I hope I'll get to compete.

Posted by Kaitlyn – August 14, 2007 12:40 AM

UNLESS A COFFEE TABLE IS SUDDENLY ABLE TO CLONE ITSELF, SOMETHING IS VERY WRONG WITH ROBB'S FINISHED PROJECT. HE BEGAN WITH ONE COFFEE TABLE, WHICH HE USED ON HIS BACK WALL, BUT HE MAGICALLY ENDED UP WITH A SECOND COFFEE TABLE IN FRONT OF HIS SOFA. RULES SHOULD NOT BE BROKEN WITHOUT A PENALTY.

CLIVE SAID THAT TODD WON THE CONTEST BECAUSE HE CREATED A "COMPLETELY UNIQUE EXPERIENCE." WELL,
NAZZI CONCENTRATION CAMPS WERE A "UNIQUE EXPERIENCE" IN HISTORY, BUT THAT WOULDN'T MAKE THEM CANDIDATES FOR OUTSTANDING INTERIOR DESIGN
"UNIQUE" DOESN'T MEAN "BEST."

Posted by BEACHBOY – August 14, 2007 12:26 AM

LOVE YOU JOSH JOHNSON!!!! YOU SPARKLE WITH DESIGN STAR QUALITY. YOU ARE THE NEXT DESIGN STAR!!!

Posted by mary – August 14, 2007 12:25 AM

No matter how talented Robb & Todd are, they are totally obnoxious personality wise, and I know I would never be interested in watching the show, if either of them won. All the others are talented and likeable, and I will be interested to see in future challenges who pulls ahead of the pack. Todd's room would be a good "set" but certainly nothing you would want in your house,unless you are as one dimensional a person as Todd is himself.

Posted by Laureen – August 14, 2007 12:22 AM

Is this show about US? Isn't the point to attract viewers? We are being TOLD HOW to design by the judges and we are NOT being listened to by the judges. The show has turned simply into a show about modern art. If you can allow YOUR JUDGES to select Todd's yet cancel Scott's you are out of touch with your audience! WE ARE HOT AND ANGRY at you HGTV! We loved our guys with personality and flair like Scott and Josh -- they MAKE the SHOW!!!
You have now eliminated one of them -- if you eliminate the other, you WILL lose your audience.
By keeping RATS (Robb & Todd) on your show, you show an utter contempt for us - you obviously don't care what we the VIEWERS think! WE HATE ROBB & TODD, do you hear? To let GOOD designers go yet keep PIGS is unconscionable -- do you not feel immoral keeping scoundrels and letting warm, good- hearted people go? What is wrong with you guys?
Scott was told his room was over the top & yet TODD didn't hear those words, WHY NOT? His was way beyond way beyond.
Todd, Robb, Kim, & Christina, don't have the personalities needed for a show. Scott did. Josh does and Will probably does.
I was SICK, sick, sick and stunned into silence to see Scott eliminated and Robb rewarded....................
You know what? It's time to cancel some judges!
They've lost sight of the mission. Maybe you need to send the judges packing next time. Vern seems to have crossed the line - he can't be impartial or objective. He's too stuck on his own personal likes and it's reflected in his judging. His style is soooooo blah, blah, blah. Vern's style is all about simplicity, straight lines and bold colors - YUCK!!! I love bold too - but I hate simple and I hate straight lines -- I want movement in my designs and I want collectibles around and I want warm cozy places. Is it too much to ask for us to have judges that match our desires? Or do you want to FORCE your tastes on us?

You are screwing up this series!!! Letting contestants drop like flies and good ones at that!
Keeping bad guys like Robb & Todd will make you losers in the end. But if that's your goal . . . ............. I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE YOU LET ROBB STAY AFTER HE DESTROYED THE ROOM, EVEN IF IT WAS ARTISTIC . . . . . THIS IS ABOUT DESIGN NOT DESTRUCTION, RIGHT? Robb's room was alright, but nothing great, surely not good enough to overcome his negatives -- extremely UGLY personality!
WIll's was good. Kim's & Christina's were okay. Josh's wasn't my style but I couldn't really appreciate all the creativity he brought into that room. I agreed with eliminating Adrianna. But SCOTT -- you must apologize. I loved the warmth and colors in his room. It was so unique & fresh. I would loved to have snuggled up in it, if you had removed the plates from the floor first. But this wasn't the crime that Vern made it out to be -- please. Talk about clutter -- Todd's was the very essence of the word!! Vern I USED to love you -- not anymore!

I think Scott is OWED an apology!
I THINK HE SHOULD BE CALLED BACK AND TODD TOSSED OUT INSTEAD. ACTUALLY WE SHOULD JUST HAVE A DO-OVER ALTOGETHER AND NOT COUNT THIS EPISODE--IT WAS A FIASCO!!

Posted by Kimberly – August 13, 2007 11:40 PM

Why are they kicking off two designer's a week?? This season will be over before we even get settled in!

Posted by Maria – August 13, 2007 11:09 PM

I'm completely dissappointed that Scott and Andriana were let go this week. I'm not an expert, but it seemed to me that their rooms were extremely creative, fascinating and ones that I would love to visit. I don't have much faith in the judges now after this challenge. I will NEVER watch Robb if he gets his own show. His room was a complete disaster! It definitely looked like a Swiss hospital room - like Clive said. I liked Josh's room b/c it was way cool, way out there and totally different than anyone's. Robb didn't do anything unique and neither did Christina. My top picks were Scott, Will, Andriana, and Kim! Good luck guys! Try to think like the judges b/c I'm not sure what it takes to win in this contest!!!

Posted by jenntux – August 13, 2007 11:02 PM

I am annoyed HGTV with the dismissal of two designers every week!!! I want you to SLOW down -- in fact, I don't think anyone should be let go until week 3 so we have ample time to see their work. I also think COCKy, arrogant folks need to be eliminated early on because NO ONE would EVER want to watch their show -- I have been waiting for Robb to be KICKED OFF for 2 weeks now -- please don't leave him on another week. He is an utter A-hole!!! Not a team player, not kind, pat's himself on the back for a so-so room, please...... get rid of him.

I am very, very saddened and upset that Scott was let go. In fact, I AM VERY MAD AT VERN!!

VERN, you are losing judgment -- all you think about is what YOU like not what WE like. If you think Todd's room was great you are on a high, higher than the moon. It was a great statement in nouveau-art no doubt. It was tres chic for a modern art exhibit but BY GOD IT WAS NOT, NOT, NOT a design for a home. How dare you call Scott's over the top!!! How dare you VERN. Todd's was over the top, out of the ball park, out of the ozone and on Mars with the BLUE CHEESE!!! I loved Scott's room and would have put it in my home!! Minus the items on the floor of course--that was a cluttered look we could do without, but that wasn't some huge fashion faux pas -- it was a minor detail at best. The statement was made from ceiling down starting with the glorious lights down to the furniture and art pieces. Some of us like a LIVED-IN look VERN!!!! We don't like being told it always has to be simple, bold and spartan!

I think HGTV that you need to talk to the overly opinionated VERN these days. He's trying to force his style choices on US. He's got to stop being so hyper-critical all the time. What is he the head judge or something. I used to love him, but I'm starting to get tired of the same old ideas -- Asian inspired influences. I love bold colors, and muted colors, and a blend of colors so why is he critical of soft colors. I love southwest, or Mediterranean or Tuscan or French country or Lodge Style BUT I CAN DEFINITELY DO WITHOUT BROKEN DOWN FURNITURE STYLE IN A ROOM!!!

I demand that Scott be brought back for he was shown a real disservice last night -- you all should all be ashamed! Has Todd bribed you to keep him on the air? I think that must be it. Also, Josh's (I think that's his name--the one from Nashville) room was extremely artistic -- not my style mind you, but a lot of people appreciated it for the old nostalgic charm of a by-gone era. not everyone wants SCREAMING colors anyhow.

This show is being reduced to contestants feeling they must PERFORM for the JUDGES and their tastes -- not the audience & their choices, and that's defeating the purpose of the show. You're trying to keep us HOOKED so give US what we want. If we have many more screwed up fiasco's like last night, I won't be turning in for next season's show!!!!!

Posted by Kim – August 13, 2007 10:29 PM

I have my favorites, but whoever wins I would like him or her to redesign my "shoe box" townhouse. I cant even figure out what color to paint my walls. I have ideas about my redo but I cant pull it together. All the contestants are great. I would even welcome the most annoying Rob to revamp my space. It has to be modern/contemporary. I dont call modern a surf board motif in my living room. Maybe I need a decorator like Sparkle Josh or Will.

Posted by Lisa – August 13, 2007 10:21 PM

I agree with some of the other viewers, that they need to rotate the judge...
Ang get rid of that "Queen with no style sense Vern"
What a waste...they got rid of Lisa, and Scott and kept Robb and Todd!
The only thing the could possibly decorate and I mean decorate not design is an outhouse in the Ozarks with used car doors and stupid waves!
The producers must be running scared! to keep these two insipid un talented idiot on for conflict (Robb) and eye candy (Todd).
Todd my be an artist but not a designer, he do better working at a water park painting wave to his hearts content.
As for Robb all I have to say is, if you really love trucks as you said in your intro to us, then you might do better packing up your cheap ideas and cheap talent and go paint and decorate rest stops all across America...cuz buddy you ain't got it!
So keep on truckin!

Posted by Jorge Corchado – August 13, 2007 10:08 PM

I AM EXTRAORDINARILY UPSET WITH THE JUDGES!!!!!!!
How DARE they SAY Scott's room was over the top and not Todd's -- HOW DARE THEY!! What the HELL WERE THEY THINKING. Obviously both guys are very talented ARTISTS & Todd's was very creative but who in the hell would pick a design like that for their home -- NOT ONE PERSON ON THIS PLANET!! Who wants broken down furniture in their room? COME ON - BE FOR REAL. Okay, so Scott's was a little cluttered on the floor, big whopppee -- Todd's was cluttered everywhere except one small accent table. I THINK THE JUDGES NEED TO ADMIT ERROR AND BRING SCOTT BACK. I AM JUST FLABBERGASTED AT THEM. I AM NOT HAPPY WITH OUT JUDGES THIS TIME!!
SCOTT'S COLOR CHOICES AND STYLE WAS WONDERFUL--I WAS AWED EXCEPT FOR THE STUFF ON THE FLOOR. That did seem pointless, but it was closer to reality than Todd's tripping psychedelic escapade in blue!! I give him an A+ for being outside the box but an F for failure to convince a person to live in that room. Todd's was livable (and cluttered like most people's homes) and elegant. I demand a rematch between the two of them. HOW'S that?!!
Vern sometimes I think you're WAY TOO CRITICAL & this was one of those.

Posted by honeybear2u – August 13, 2007 9:57 PM

Oh I just hate that Scott was eliminated. I loved him. I completed disliked what Todd did with his space and was blown away by the comments and praise from the judges!!!! I haven't been impressed by any of his designs and don't even get me started about Robb!?!?!?!

Posted by Barbara – August 13, 2007 9:30 PM

I can't believe they actually picked Todd's ridiculous room to win. Who would ever want that room? I thought FOR SURE he would be shown the door. What's going on with that? The guys is not a serious decorator nor is he funny, although he thinks he is.

Posted by mamatuffy – August 13, 2007 8:52 PM

I was very excited about this challenge. This is where we get down to the nitty-gritty and see if there is actually any talent.

Remember, this is where Alice, David and several others were able to shine.

It was refreshing to see Kim and Will come through. A surprise to see Robb had skills after the kitchen fiasco.

I knew, after seeing Adriana's and Scott's rooms that they were gone.

Adriana's just didn't seem complete. There was something missing. Pizzaz?!?!?!?

And Scott's looked like a Crate and Barrel commercial. Over-kill to the max!

All in all, it has been fun so far and not a lot of personal drama as in the last time. But that could change as the heat is turned up.

As far as being an HGTV fan, I have been watching since HGTV has started. If it's not on at home (due to work), it's on my main web at work.

Just love all the creativity, ideas, how-to's, etc. Couldn't live without it!!!!!

More later.

Posted by kitty peterson – August 13, 2007 8:19 PM

I really loved Will, Christina and Kim's designer rooms. I can't believe that the judges chose Scott as one of the designers to leave. I agree his design was a bit cluttered but he did have great color and texture. A room that we could all be comfortable in with a few less items. But where do the judges come up with Todd's room being the best. I think they were looking at a different design room than the rest of the viewers. He may be an artist or a feature area designer but not a designer I would want to watch week to week. In my opinion and many others Todd has not shown any design element or decor that would be comfortable living in or around for any lenght of time.
In closing I have always thought Vern was the greatest of all the designers on trading spaces and I will deeply be disappointed if he continues praising a sufer boy artist rather than a real designer. The judges really let the HGTV viewers down this week.

Posted by Christine – August 13, 2007 8:09 PM

I'm surprised that they are eliminating the likeable designers. While I enjoyed Monster House hosted by Steve Watson, I don't think that I would watch it hosted by Todd or Robb.

Posted by hgtvfan – August 13, 2007 8:07 PM

I was disappointed to see any of the designers gone. All did very good rooms, some I could actually live in or use their ideas; and some that would be totally unlivable, but would work as a display in my retail store. I am unhappy that they are sending the designers home so quickly...two last week, two this week, and (did I hear correctly?) two next week. WHAT? is the lease on the penthouse up that quickly? I would prefer to see no one to go home for several weeks. Let them have a chance to show their strengths and weaknesses for a few challenges. To truly be a design star, it would be nice to see if they have all around ability. I would want to watch a program of someone who could offer different styles. (Quite frankly, I find Colorsplash to be very similar from one week to the next. However, I keep watching it to see if David "grows" into it a bit more). So instead of this being like all the other reality shows, maybe we could slow it down a bit and have a real competition. What's the hurry to get rid of the designers? The audience is interested in what each of them have to offer. Let them show off their stuff and then get rid of the weaker ones. I know that none of these comments will change season 2, but perhaps the producers can keep this in mind for season 3.

Posted by Carolyn – August 13, 2007 7:56 PM

WHAT A JOKE!!!! THEY THOUGHT ROB'S ROOM WAS GREAT?!?! HE ADMITTED HIDING & BUYING THINGS THAT HE KNEW HE WASN'T GOING TO USE, SO THE OTHERS COULDN'T GET IT!!!!! ): ): ALSO, HIS OTHER 2 EFFORTS WERE A JOKE TOO!!! THE ONLY THING HE DOES WELL, IS ARGUE & FEEDS OFF HIS EGO!!! BAD FOR THE SHOW!!! THE JUDGES NEED SOME TIME OFF!!!

Posted by J.L.V. – August 13, 2007 7:47 PM

I know that last program was about creativity and not functionality, but overall it is still a home design show and that's what I was expecting. It did not occur to me that we could be evaluating Disney rooms or theme park attractions, and I believe Todd's design falls more into the theme park attractions than home desing. The guy has talent, but everything that he has brought to the table is surfing stuff or sports, and I wonder what are his talents on true home design??? Why are the judges not looking into that? The only thing that can make sense out of seeing Scott leave is that he demonstrated that he can not handle pressure. I hope you can bring him back as a wild card.

Posted by Angie – August 13, 2007 7:42 PM

After watching last night I agreed with the judges decisions--even though I despise Robb's personality (I would never give a design show to someone who would hide items in a store) and can't wait for him to be eliminated. But I took a second look at Scott's room this afternoon and I've changed my mind about their decision to "cancel his show." I think his is as good as Todd's room in terms of not being functional but using 99 cent store items to produce the boldest looking room to fit a theme. He said he was trying to go for Santa Barbara and he captured it perfectly, plus it reads beautifully in photos. On the other hand, I would have given Kim the second lowest score for the same reason that Adriana's room was deemed one of the worst, it was not cohesive. Personality-wise I adore both Kim and Adriana, but even though they had individual pieces that were inspired, niether room had presense as a whole concept. Vern was my favorite designer on Trading Spaces, but I'm beginning to feel like he is only judging based on his personal preference for steamlined, bold, Asian design and unfortunately he seems to have the strongest voice of the judges.

Posted by imla – August 13, 2007 7:17 PM

Oh, what a disappointment. Not that I don't agree with the judges eliminations, but so sad to see Scott go. I wasn't crazy over Robb's room, but his personality will never get him his own show. Wow, can you believe how blatant he was telling us how he tried to sabotage his fellow contestants by hiding or buying things even though he didn't need them. HE HAS TO GO!!! Sparkle was a disappointment and he really didn't look like he knew what he was doing. Adriana has a lot of skills, but was unable to think outside the box. What was Scott thinking with all those things? Really thought he had potential to be the next star. A lot of the ideas were "borrowed" from the 1st. show and outside of color, pretty much followed that same theme. If anyone really thought outside the box, it was Todd. I was totally blown away. Truly he deserved to win.

Posted by julia56 – August 13, 2007 7:08 PM

Compared to the kitchen debacle of last week, this show was fun and very surprising. All of them did better than I excpected.
Among my favorites:
Todd- now the rooms did not have to be functional but they did need to arrest attention with color and use of cheap goods. He did it! The trick for his room and all of them is to imagine the room taken from the kind of artistic abstract to a room fully designed. I can see that wave and trashed furniture incorporated into a real design.

Christina: I was surprised. I was not a fan at all but I see that she can think fast and does a really good job in the execution. The room had power and energy and was pleasing in symmetry. Not sure she is watchable as a host. Too sweetie pie for me.

Kim: Again, I can take that design and see it really done up with high end furniture, silk Ginko Leaf wallpaper or fabric on the wall. Nice.

Robb: Well done but jarrring to me. Not my fave.

Will: Stellar! Simple, classy and I loved the colors.

Adriana: Mmm,Okay but lacking something and I don't know what. Colors were pretty and the overall idea nice, Ok for her to go but sad. She is all heart.

Sparkle: Not so shiny for me this week. He will need to get the game on. It was just nice but oddly depressing to me. It made me feel sad.

Scott: He is very good and I think will do well. Sorry to see him go but his was just a little less than the others.

I love to critique but you know what? I would have been PANICKED in that 99 cent store...my room would have been a mess! So therefore, I will need a designer if I ever get that dream house.

Posted by Posh1 – August 13, 2007 7:04 PM

I too was sad to see Scott and Adriana "cancelled" last night. Scott was one of the better designers. Yes, I agree, his room was over the top with too many repetitive elements but his overall sense of style and symmetry was among the best of the group. He also has a colorful yet inviting on-camera personality. I could watch his show and feel as if I could learn something from him. Adriana had talent as a good carpenter. She did have trouble tying her elements together but I think she would have improved over the next few weeks.

I also find Todd annoying. I also found David annoying at the start of last season but he grew on me so Todd may do the same. At this point in the show, I am not impressed by him. He seems more like a flashy graphic artist rather than an interior designer. I'm now pulling for Will or Sparkle Josh. Both have solid skills and personalities. Josh would be better on camera than Will. We'll have to see how the competition progresses.

Better yet, bring back Alice Fakier from season one. She was the best and I'd love to watch her host a show!

Posted by Karin – August 13, 2007 6:57 PM

JW Creations WJ creations WHATEVER. A HGTV Home run for next season would be a Will and Josh collaboration on a show. Will the powers that be listen? Of course not. Why not?,you may ask?
because they KNOW EVERYTHING. Must be an awesome burden. The shows producers encourages the contestants to think outside of the box on some of the challenges.How about they follow that sane course and select two hosts for next season instead of one.

Posted by carol – August 13, 2007 6:41 PM

What are you judges smokin??????? Especially you Vern( I have been following your career for years, since Trading Spaces. I have always thought you were brilliant!!! But last night I was needless to say shocked at your comments and the results! that idiot designer, and I use that word loosly, couldn't design a dog house and you al thought he was great and gave him the win. What were you thinking???? A room full of broken furniture, cotton and some blue paint in waves.
He is a nut bag and you judges have just created a monster by incouraging him. I will not watch the show any longer. I am appaulled at all of you!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Vickie Deace – August 13, 2007 6:34 PM

i am captivated by design star i can't miss one show. I think todd is very talented but i agree with another comment we need to see him design something all we know is that he can build and paint and look good. Maybe thats the secret cause he is hot when his shirt is off come on girls. I think will is gonna be consistant but he will be looked over for the sparkle,spunk, and school children antics. I think christina is alright i dont hate her or like her she did what i have seen a hundred other designers do a million times. I didnt care for adriana she is on the right track just not there yet. Scott was a very sensitive and hugely talented man and i would have like to see him on a couple more weeks. He is as handsome as the others just not cut edge enough i suppose. sparkle josh cute as a button and maybe design star bratz edition he would win hands over he is by far untalented but hgtv isnt looking for that sort of input we love designing spaces that we would live in ourselves.
I will say one thing high five for designing from the 99 cent store to all the designers. How many of us bloggers could have even come close

Posted by sherry – August 13, 2007 6:26 PM

I also noticed that David's rug idea showed up in numerous places during this competition. Sorry, but in my opinion, stealing is not creative.

Here are other things I've been thinking:
1. I don't particularly like Todd, but they did say that it was not necessarily supposed to be functional. Really, it was amazing looking, although he should have lost some points for not using much from the store besides the cotton balls.
2. Loved Adriana and Scott, but they were the weakest links this week. I really hate the double elimination.
3. Christina's room was bold and stark, but very pedestrian and uninspired. I don't understand why the judges were so wowed by it (unless, as someone posted earlier, it's because they drool over that kind of thing).
4. I liked Sparkle Josh's room. And let's face it, they do need someone with the personality to carry a show. Josh, out of all of them, can do this.
5. Will probably has more talent and certainly more realism than most if not all of them (he was absolutely right about the pantry in the second episode, and they were stupid to ignore him -- real design is as much about functionality as appearance), although Sparkle Josh is highly talented as well. I'm just not sure he could carry a show, personality-wise, and that is part of what they're looking for.
6. Robb is an ass. I can't believe he didn't catch some kind of hell for buying and hiding stuff to keep it away from everyone else. What a jerk. And I thought his room looked like IKEA threw up. (No disrespect to IKEA intended).
7. Kim knocked me out. I'm not sure about the paper plates (they so obviously looked like paper plates), but her table rocked. I'm so glad to see her show a little more of what she's capable of doing.

The show needs to be more careful constructing their challenges so the previous season's ideas don't just get stolen and used again. And what about the concept that designers are making spaces to be lived in rather than just artistic looking? There was a challenge last season in which Tim, David and Alice had to go to client's houses and actually design a room for them individually and based solely on the client. They need to do that one again, and it shows what design is truly about and isn't possible to plan for ahead of time (as I agree that Todd and Robb probably did in this challenge). That's the true test of a design star.

Posted by Margaret – August 13, 2007 6:20 PM

At this stage of the competition, Will has strong modern design skills but not the personality to host his own show; Josh has the unique personality and an idea that can differentiate him, but needs to show that he can pull it together; and Todd has all the skills and talent, but is annoying to most viewers.

I find Todd's personality grating too, but I have to reluctantly admit that he is the only one so far who has met each of the challenges well.
Episode 1: Teamwork & Carpentry. He did well when he offered to help Scott and Kim, and proved efficient with his building skills
Episode 2: Leadership. He showed he could take the initiative, organize and get things done - however high handed it all appeared to be.
Episode 3: Creative & Artistic Skills. He nailed the creative part - and actually listened to the client (this time the judges saying it didn't have to be functional).

I personally think this competition is set up to explore a different aspect of the designers for each episode. Functionality, hosting, and working outside your comfort zone will be stressed in future episodes I'm sure. At the very end, whoever did the best across the board wins. At the end of it all we should have a talented, capable designer who can design interior spaces/ rooms/ furniture/etc across different styles.

Buy yesterday's episode was not the whole picture. So judging Todd's work as not being "design" or functional or appropriate to use in your home - that's missing the point. It showed what he was capable of specific to the task at hand - not what he would design in your home if you asked him for something different.

Posted by Rachel – August 13, 2007 5:55 PM

Last night show has left me with an overwhelming feeling of sadness. I turly feel that HGTV is turning it's Design Star show into another "Big Brother" and all the others that I WON'T watch because I don't want to listen to bickering and conflict constantly.

I understand that not everyone can get along with averyone else, but it is obvious that Robb is on the show for no other reason but to cause conflict. Is this suppose to make us want to watch more???

I do have to grudgingly admit that his room was not as bad as I thought it would be. AND it is true that he can work by himself. But, would someone please tell me who hosts a show on HGTV completely by themselves?? Who, does all the script writing, carpentry, camera work and everything else without help???

He has proven since day one, nothing about himself except that he is an overbearing nincompoop. I will NEVER, NEVER, NEVER watch a show that he hosted.

BUT, contestants who actually can display some people skills AND talent like Scott and Adrianna are sent home. What about Sparkle Josh. He has proven himself on every episode to be a talented designer and yet for one episode he gets a little over the top and we are going to send him hone!! Doesn't anyone consider previous work?? I agree completely with whoever suggested that his colors were more sedate and was probably why the judges didn't like him as well.

Kim and Christina did do well in their rooms. I did not think that I was going to like Christina's at first, but when I saw the completed project along with the judges, I was impressed. It isn't something I would want, but it did look nice.

Why Will did not win, I can't quite figure out. I thought his room showed the most talent and appreciation for color.

On to Todd. Oh my goodness. I almost don't know where to begin. I would like more than anything for the judges to quit having such obvious double standards. Todd's room was ridiculous. Can someone please explain to me why covering a vacumm cleaner with plaster of paris and calling it art is any different than spray painting cotton balls! How about Lisa'a funky art. Her area was at least functional. Has anyone ever seen him design anything!!! I am so sick of watching him do the same quality artistic work as both Lisa and last year's Ramona and then getting kudos from the judges. ARGGGG.

I am not trying to take away his his artistic ability. I do think that he has a lot, but that does not a DESIGN star make.

Over the last few weeks I have read many a person's opinion that Vern Yip is not a good judge and up until last night I disagreed, but no longer. His comments "someone wants his own show" and awarding Todd as the over all challehge winner has changed my mind about him. He has become almost mean spirited.

I know no one from HGTV reads these blogs, but if by chance someone would, please don't let this turn into another stupid, conflict filled reality show!

Posted by Sunny D – August 13, 2007 5:35 PM

WHAT WERE YOU THINKING OF, JUDGES??? I can't wait for Robb and Todd to go!! I replayed the show last night after it was over and fast forwarded through both of them. They are both obnoxious and I won't watch either of them at all!

Posted by Gail Harman – August 13, 2007 5:30 PM

The judges let one of the better designers go last night - Scott. Someone needs to inform the judges why we watch HGTV: design ideas for our homes. We are not designing a theme park. Yes, the new design star needs to have a personality for TV. But please don't give me another guy in a sleeveless t-shirt flexing his muscles. Just give me someone that can design a beautiful space on a medium size budget and share practical designer tips.

Posted by Debbie – August 13, 2007 5:22 PM

I really think Robb and Todd are the TWO BIGGEST JERKS I've seen in a long time. Are they still in high school? They sure act like it!!! I'm wondering what do the judges see before the judging, do they see the same thing we see, the attitude on the shopping trips and in the penthouse? Design is really important but if you've got a jerk host no one will watch and I hope no company would advertise for either one of this self absorbed jerks show.

Posted by Margaret – August 13, 2007 4:42 PM

Glad to see I'm not the only one who hated the paper plates in Kim's design. I thought they were really tacky, cheesy etc... I'm sorry to see Scott go. I do think he overdid the room, but Sparkles room was worse IMO. Don't get me wrong I like Josh but he really blew it this week. I can't believe Todd won and the praise Robb got. Both rooms were not design winners. I think Will should have been the winner this week or maybe a tie with Christina. Now those were beautiful rooms. Good job Christina and Will!!! Can't wait till next week.

Posted by Carol – August 13, 2007 4:30 PM

I am disappointed in the judges, especially Vern (and I usually love him). I watch HGTV day and night (some episodes are repeats, oh well). I have just retired from teaching (though I am not retirement age) and I am trying to redo my 4 bedroom house. Some of these guys have great ideas. We think it might be swayed a little in Mr. Sparkle's favor. Sorry, I'm usually right. My friends and I think Todd and Josh are just tooooooo over the top for the show (more like art gallery work). We won't be watching. I guess I'll have to switch to regular TV.

Posted by E.Smith – August 13, 2007 4:14 PM

I TOTALLY DIG SPARKLE JOSH! Sparkle Josh, if you read this, keep it going girl! You have the personality, creativity and caring heart that HGTV needs! Just 3 shows in and you've completely inspired me and many other people! You got bagged on this week just because people are expecting so much of you, and the color choices just didn't play to the camera. I also love that you have a strong style but are also very versatile and you work so well with everyone. If you get cut, I will week profusely and never watch again (well, I might peek, just to see who they choose) but I will remain loyal to the Sparkle!

Sure, Todd's space was clever and creative, but he grates on my nerves with his arrogance and shirtlessness. Seems like all he does is cut wood and yell. Too neanderthal and juvenile. I will definitely not watch him OR Robb - just like someone else said, "nasty little man."

Christina's room was just OK in my book, way too predictable. And does her voice and nicey-niceness not bother anybody else? I love Will's personality but didn't love his room - again, no risks there. I also love Kim and thought her room was very subtle, striking and inventive. It was different and showed just a little of what she can do. I'm betting on her for runner-up. Way to go Kim!

I do feel bad for Scott and Adriana - both clearly very talented designers. Adriana needs to get a clue though that life goes on after Design Star!

Posted by idgie – August 13, 2007 4:13 PM

Great show!! Everyone showed some good skills, but the only one who showed complete creativity and design, which is what the challenge was all about, was Todd. He blew me away!! I would LOVE to watch his show. Talk about design creativity and talent!! WOW!! Good for the judges to recognize such talent!

Posted by Shannon – August 13, 2007 3:45 PM

WOW!! What an exciting show! I love it! Congrats to Todd for showing amazing design and artistic talent! Unbelievable. For having only a 99 cent store and 12 hours it was incredible!! This guy can do most anything. AND, for those of you who don´t think a California, surfer boy can have his own show, get ready to bite your tongue. This guy may surprise you and win the whole thing! My bets on him!

Posted by Lee – August 13, 2007 3:41 PM

Ok Complete Review:
Todd- AWESOME Room. Shouldn't Have Won But It Was Amazing. They Said The Rooms were For Looks and Not Funocinalaty.

Kim-Geinus. That Coffee Table is Awesome.

Josh- Should Have Left. Really and Truly His "Barbie Girl" Style is Too Much. We Were Born to act our own Gender.

Christina- Wow. Not Expecting That. I Thought She'd be a Little Less Modern.

Will-Nice Room.

Todd- A Little To Bright Maybe Should Have Been Kicked off.

Adriana- Awesome Person With an Awesome Style and an Awesome Room. Shouldn't Have Been Kicked off.

Scott- Too Busy.

Posted by Cody – August 13, 2007 3:38 PM

The catch was that they had $399.00 to spend at the .99 cent store...and that's it. So, the designers had to rely on their creativity and ability to think on the "fly." Also, they could buy two gallons of paint. And, to make things even more stressful, they only had 12 hours to complete their rooms...

Todd said he purchased 60 bags of cotten balls and certainly purched 2 gal of paint (if not more)---what happened to the rest of the money?

Robb hid items and purchased things he didn't intend to use, just so others wouldn't have access to them. and where did the second table come from?

I feel that all of the contestants should have supplied receipts and told us (the viewers) just how much they spent and how many of the items purchased were used in their rooms...Scott did & was shot down because of it.

I am hoping that the contestants will be sent forth on their own, to design for a "local" the way the "local" wants their room designed, on a budget...ala designers challenge.

I want a Designer Star that can design and bring to life ANY type of design, that can "read" the homeowner and adapt to the homeowners likes & dislikes ....not one who Forces their idea of design on an unsuspecting public! AND one who some clear sense of morals and fairplay.

Posted by Linda – August 13, 2007 3:35 PM

Really enjoyed the individual challenges and was surprised by many of them. Surf's not up in my home, but Todd's backdrop would be great for a commercial project. Sorry to see Adriana go, she has so much drive. Sparkle Josh's room made me laugh as during the holidays, our office has been known to wrap the artwork on the wall with wrapping paper to make it more festive.
Loved Christina's Symetry and Will's Zen. Though I liked the colors Robb used, I didn't like the room. My overall favorite was Will.
Thank you HGTV for a great show!

Posted by Laura – August 13, 2007 3:34 PM

WAKE UP PEOPLE!!!! Does NO ONE here actually LISTEN to the show! The designers were suppose to be CREATIVE with their space, NOT necessarily make it functional. Todd´s was the PERFECT example of what the challenge was suppose to be! He is the ONLY person who thinks outside the box and actually uses his skills and imagination. BRAVO TODD!! Definitely the ONLY person who deserved to WIN. I will watch his Design Show any day over the rest of them.

Posted by Ray – August 13, 2007 3:34 PM

I was under the impression this was a design show. Todd's room you could not find but (perhaps) one person that would want that room.

Posted by Diane – August 13, 2007 3:32 PM

Wow! Was this a show or what? I think everyone did a good job. Not that I liked them all, but they all showed their creative abilities. Though the rooms didn't have to BE functional I thought they were supposed to LOOK functional. That Todd won is a travesty.
I would have sent home Adriana and Todd. Todd cannot design anything. He has shown that and he should have gone home before Lisa! All he can do is surfer stuff. Sorry, that doesn't interest me in the Midwest. Not many places to surf here and I can't swim.
I was surprised about Robb's room. Thought it looked very good. Still not thrilled about his personality but he is extremely sexxy and I think he should run around without his shirt and strut his stuff. He is abrasive but I like him. I'll watch his show.
Will's room was very good too but too Vern Yip. Not into Zen myself. I thought Sparkle Josh did a fab job and appreciated the muted colorscheme. I'm sure he'll strut his stuff more in the next episodes. He can take his shirt off too anytime.
Kim's room was interesting and I thought the faux wallpaper idea a good one and the coffee table was brilliant. Christina surprised me too and though her design was ill named, it was pretty but stark.
Scott's was nice but just too busy with accessories. I'm surprised after taking the picture he didn't remove some. He's cute and can design a room for me anytime.
I still think the best judge is Cynthia though Vern calmed down a bit and his head was smaller this episode. I hope he continues to deflate. Martha has a nice smile, what else can I say? I still think there should be a different set of judges for each episode. I've wondered why the judges don't go to the actual rooms to judge but then it hit me that they want to judge it on a TV screen just as the audience would. So now that I understand that, it makes more sense. Looking forward to next Sunday.

Posted by Dee Dee Cee – August 13, 2007 3:14 PM

SPARKLE JOSH SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN IN THE BOTTOM THREE. HIS ROOM WAS SO 1940'S! HE IS UNIQUE IN HIS IDEAS AND HAS A GREAT PERSONALITY. TODD IS JUST WILD AND SO ARTISTIC. HE SHOULD HAVE WON. WHAT AN IMAGINATION, HIS ROOM ACTUALLY LOOKED LIKED IT WAS CURVED. MOST DESIGNERS DO CRAZY OFF THE WALL DESIGNS BUT HAVE TO ADJUST TO CLIENTS IDEAS. HE IS GREAT. CRISTINA IS SOOOO BORING! SHE COULD NEVER CARRY HER OWN SHOW. I WASNT A FAN OF WILLS ROOM, TO MUCH FOR ME. SCOTT(THE CRIER) THANK GOD HE IS GONE WHO COULD STAND HIS WHIMPERING ANYMORE. HES AN EMOTIONAL MESS. ADRIANNA'S ROOM WAS MISSING SOMETHING. IT LACKED STYLE. I HATE THE FACT THAT THEY ARE GETTING RID OF TWO AT A TIME. DO THEY NOT HAVE ENOUGH MONEY THIS YEAR? SLOW DOWN I LOVE THIS SHOW DONT WANT IT TO BE OVER SO FAST!!!!

Posted by BDAN – August 13, 2007 3:09 PM

Does anyone know if they are doing the same this year as last - eliminating down to the last two months before the final episodes aired? As I recall, Temple gave out information on her My Space account, or her cousin did, whatever, that she had been eliminated months before and couldn't say who the final two were. If that is the case, all our comments here regarding the panel's judgement is useless. They have chosen the final two and it could possibly be Robb and Todd. We'll find out in a few weeks.

Posted by TerryG – August 13, 2007 3:01 PM

When this show started last year, I was a little concerned that it was going to be "Survivor...Design School" and was pleasantly surprised that it ended up being such a fun show to watch. Part of what made it fun was the true comraderie that developed among the contestants. Granted, there was the occasional cat fight last year, but for the most part you just got the sense that these people really liked and respected each other. And that seems to be the case again this year, with the exception of Todd and Rob. Even if any of the rest of the group had wanted to congratulate Todd on his win, they wouldn't have been able to because he was too busy patting himself on the back. And Rob hiding things from other competitors in the store...come on....if that was the type of thing I wanted to watch, there is plenty of it on OTHER TV channels. And I haven't seen anything yet that would make me think Todd should be designing anything other than a surf shop....since I don't care for his ego, I really hope future challenges make that obvious to the judges. If he is going to carry that ego off he'd better be very good at actually designing a functional space.

Posted by Kathleen – August 13, 2007 2:53 PM

From the beginning, I had picked Scott for this year's Design Star. He seems to have the most polish and experience. I did agree with the judges that his challenge room had too much going on, and I also agree that it looked like a store window. On that criteria, Todd should have been eliminated too. His room was a display, not an interior design. But Scott's talent was apparent in the exquisite chili/bean rug and use of paint. He should have edited out some of the "decoration", but I was very disappointed that he was eliminated. (Message to Scott: Great job! Don't be disheartened. You didn't make Design Star, but all that meams is that you won't have your own show, but I bet you will get a lot of work from the exposure. Good Luck to you!) Last night's winner in my book is Will. Sparkle Josh definitely has the "look" to be the host of a show, and his room was lovely. I am really rooting for him because he does have talent, and he is very likeable. I was appalled at Robb's behavior, hiding items at the 99 store. Adriana's design did not hold up against the others, but, oddly enough, I felt so bad for her that I had a dream about her last night after the show. (Good Luck to you too Adriana!)
Kim's room was also beautiful, and I did like the paper plate ginko leaves because they were immediately recognized as ginko leaves, not as paper plates. Only in the closeups could you see that they were paper plates. To me, making a rug out of beans and chilis, and wallpaper out of paper plate cutouts represent the best execution of the assignment in this challenge. At this point, I think the contest will come down to Will and Josh in the final challenge. Maybe there will be a tie?!

Posted by Laurie – August 13, 2007 2:46 PM

First of all, all of you close-minded critics need to remember that this room was about CREATIVITY and RESOURCEFULNESS and NOT FUNCTIONALITY. It must be pretty easy for all of you to criticize Todd's room while sitting on your couch eating Lay's wavy chips and onion dip, eh? Todd is out there, turning BRILLIANT creativity into a reality in a restricted timespan, and all of you feel you have some right or power in criticizing it while sitting idly by in front of a TV set? It's a damn shame that most of you people can't see true artistry coming from a unique mind when it's placed right in front of your face. Todd's design was unbelievable. Anybody can paint walls and hang paper plates while leaving a couch and coffee table in typical "living room" set up. He is the one and only person that did think outside of the box on this particular challenge.
And for those of you who say his design was insensitive and cruel due to the recent hurricanes and tsunamis are truly ignorant and ridiculous. Hurricanes and Tsunamis have been occurring around the globe for MILLIONS of years. This is nothing new. Go take a science class. That's like saying you really shouldn't hang a painting of New York because victims of 9/11 will take offense. While your at it, you might as well not eat anything in your stainless steel, granite counter top-ed kitchens for the next couple weeks because the starving children in Ghana really might get upset. Pathetic.

Sparkle Josh is only being kept in the game because he's gorgeous. You know that. Producers have to consider every aspect of selling their new show. If you don't think HGTV execs correspond with the judges you should really take a step back and consider educating yourself in media and marketing.

All of you Robb-haters really need to consider the factual existence of EDITING in TV production. They are piecing together clips of everyone's personalities so that they can mold them to whatever they desire them to be in your eyes. Every reality show has their alternative, spicy characters .. Design Star isn't exempt from that. Disagreement is drama. Drama is MONEY. Robb is an excellent designer, and he has a FANTASTIC personality for TV. I would love to see you couch critics get up and do the things he does. His design in the individual challenge was unprecedented. (As was Todd's.) I've seen Sparkle Josh's, Kim's, Christina's, Will's, and Adriana's in every lifeless design magazine I've ever opened.

Albeit a great designer, Will doesn't have the shining personality he needs to host his own show. period.

I don't believe the editor of InStyle Magazine has any place in judging this competition. She's an EDITOR. not a designer. She's trying way too hard to be strong, hard, and American Idol-esque.

The point is; Todd's design was amazing. Robb's personality is the best suited for this competition. (Recognize and define that word - COMPETITION). Sparkle Josh is (unfortunately) gay and HOT. And Scott was by far the coolest person on the show. It's entirely lame that he's gone. And it's all a TV show, and in the end the person who is the most marketable ($$$$$) will win despite real passion or talent. (Josh. David Bromstad) There you have it.

That is all.

Posted by Kaylee – August 13, 2007 2:36 PM

It's really amazing to me that someone commented that they think there is not enough attention drawn to young singles and modern design! What????? That's all that's practically on!!!! I miss the programs that HGTV used to have. They need more mature, classic and traditional designers and not off the wall, weird and non-functional, cold designs that some of these designers did. I was really disappointed that Christina didn't come through with that traditional style. It seems to me that everyone is doing their rooms to try and please the judges with modern appeal instead of really beautiful and creative ideas that the majority of people can be inspired by. Sick of all this modern!! Todd is creative but is so far out there that he's sooooo strange and off the wall. He needs to be a designer for MTV! That's the only network where he would fit in! And Robb.....he could design waiting rooms for hospitals and car repair centers.

Will's room was fine and so was Kim's. But then again...more modern...UGH! Josh...I kinda liked it but at least it had some romance to it which is more than the others had. All the rooms but Scott's was cold and unfriendly to me. I just wish Scott had fine tuned his more and removed some items. I like stuff (and not minimalistic) but he had too many things in his space. But it was still soooooo much better than Todd's. I still can't believe that Todd won that challenge. I lost even more respect for those judges. So disappointed in this episode and I thought it was going to be my favorite.

Oh Well....I'll keep watching hoping for someone to design a room that's appealing and inspiring.

Posted by Cindy – August 13, 2007 2:04 PM

This week's show really did highlight all of the designer's talents and originality -- all of them had great ideas on how to take something from the .99 store and make it into a design element. The rules for this week's challenge for the designed rooms did NOT have to be functional and agree with the judge's on selecting Todd's room as the best as far as creativity and originality are concerned.

Posted by Deb Koeppel – August 13, 2007 2:00 PM

I hope the producers come up with new individual rooms challenges next season as these seemed so "contrived" and "preplanned", particularly Robb, Todd and Christinas' rooms. Scott's room would have been a winner if he had just edited. I think Josh created the best with the .99 cent materials, but Will was the real winner.

Posted by Dana – August 13, 2007 1:54 PM

I, too, am disappointed with the manner in which the judges are judging these designs. No doubt that these people are all extremely creative, but I was under the impression that Design Star emcompassed good design AND personality that would draw in viewers. I feel the judges have put the personality factor totally in the background of this competition, if not forgotten it completely. I know we, as different personalities ourselves, have our individual favorites for various reasons, but how you can judge the competition by allowing the most caustic and obnoxiously egotistical persons to keep pushing through week to week and allow really good designers that have a public draw to go home? It is just so disappointing to me to see how the chips are falling. I will continue to watch the competition but at the rate it's going, I doubt I will be watching the winner's show. I continue to watch David Bromstad every week and was a bit surprised even to listen to his critique and approval of Todd's "Best of Show." I feel that they had better start addressing the desires of the public and not the eccentricities of the panel.

Posted by Joan – August 13, 2007 1:46 PM

WHAT THE HELL WERE THE JUDGES THINKING LAST NIGHT?? Todd's room looked like some display in a dept. store, not a functional interior designed room!!!! And besides, he has an ego the size of California. Can he do anything besides design wave riding articles??? Give him a traditional design challenge and lets see what he does.....I also agree that this show really focuses on contemporary design (which many of us HATE) - what about showing some diversity and focus on other design styles - test these contestants on all levels. So far, Sparkle Josh should win this competition - he seems to have a good eye and would be very entertaining on his own show. Remember judges....the person has to have some personality to have a show - Robb nor Todd could do this as they are way too conceded to hold an audience's attention.

Posted by Rob – August 13, 2007 1:45 PM

I thought "Design Star" was a contest of interior living design. This IS Home & Garden Television, right? But as evidenced by the judges' choices, particularly last night, it seems to mean graphic art and not functioning space. The judges should make this clear to the competitors to level the playing field, as well as to the audience so we can decide whether it's worth our time. I am especially disappointed in Vern. He used to be the voice of reason.

Posted by Patricia – August 13, 2007 1:34 PM

I am just shocked... stunned... mouth hanging open. I cannot believe they let Scott go. I agree his room was over-done, but I think his past work should have saved him. XOXO Scott, we'll miss you.
Now, as for TODD... ugh. I'm sorry, he is a talented capenter, but that room was an art piece, not a functional design... ISN'T THIS A DESIGN SHOW?! Put that room in a gallery, but not a home... no one would want that in their house, except Todd. He hasn't shown any interior design style... just muscle and wack-a-doodle, surfer dude stunts. How could you kick off people like Adriana, who have real design talent and keep the "over-the-hill, skate board punk"?
Oh, and Josh's style is too flamboyant... that's fine occationally... but I don't believe the majority of the U.S. population wants their house looking like the dressing room of a drag-queen.

Posted by Phaedrakj – August 13, 2007 12:57 PM

Well, I hope that one of these weeks they will have a competition where each of these people hosts their own "faux show" just to see how they will do. I'm a bit concerned that some of the ones who are left would be terrible as hosts.

That being said... Todd's looked interesting, but not as a room. It was really a conceptual work of art. Some may not like it as art, although I did. i agree that it shouldn't have won, though. It wasn't a room, it was a picture of an abstract room.

Robb works better all by himself than with others. So, I didn't get as annoyed at him. His room made me a little uneasy; I wouldn't want to spend any time in it (yes, I know they were not doing functional rooms this week, but still...).

Christina did not have a concept tying the whole room together. She used the bold contrasts, and symmetry.. and it looked o.k. but wasn't attractive, to me... it was just a decorated black, white, and red box.

Adriana's was disappointing, compared to some of the others. But it wasn't terrible... I didn't like the color combinations.

Scott deserved better treatment by the judges. Yes, it looked a little busy, but they did say it didn't have to be a functional room... so saying it would work as a retail store wasn't a relevant comment. It wasn't supposed to really work as anything. It was more pleasing than some of the others, which were too symmetrical, stripy, and boring.

Josh has been one of my favorites all along. I didn't like the color palette of his room this time, but I understood the concept, and am glad the judges didn't eliminate him. he would make the best TV show host, and I think they know that.

I liked Kim's room a lot. I was waiting to see what she would come up with, and it was great! I did like the paper plates, when seen from afar. Being in the room with them would be different. The coffee table was a stroke of genius!

And Will is listed last because I liked his room the best. He had an attractive concept, kept with it, and pulled it off perfectly. I liked how he mentioned that the bamboo was the inspiration for the color. This guy does know what he is doing.

I'm rooting the most for Josh, Kim, and Will.

Posted by JAM – August 13, 2007 12:57 PM

Love,love, love Design Star! I don't like the double eliminations every week, the series will be over too fast and won't give the designers a chance to show what they really have in them. Robb's room was ok but I would hate to see him win the series he is so obnoxious and arrogant I would never watch his show. Will's room was beautiful as was Christina's. Hated Kim's room and Adriana's. I think both of them should have been eliminated. Even though Scott over-designed his room, the basics were beautiful and he is so much more talented than Kim (and Todd and Robb). Todd's room had a wow factor but it wasn't a designed room and it was really unfair to call him the winner. Let's see if he can design a real room in the real world. And Josh, you are so fantastic although I think this week you tried to play it a little safe and it didn't work, can't wait to see next week.

Posted by Mary – August 13, 2007 12:55 PM

I loved Will's room!!! I could actually see myself living in it. Christina's room was cool, too. I liked what Kim did with the coffee table, but I didn't like the paper plates on the wall too much. I adored Adrianna's creativity, espeially with the stone-laid coffee table. I absolutely hated Robb's "blue-cross-where's-the-shield" living room. Sparkle Josh's room was just ok, nothing too great in my book. Todd's room looked like it belonged in an art exhibit museum. I'm still not sure how he won the design challenge, and I would be afraid to have him design any of my living spaces.

Posted by Bisi – August 13, 2007 12:54 PM

I am SO glad Adriana is gone. That girl was a snob and a half and so stuck on herself. Her exit interview showed her arrogant personality in full effect. Instead of being grateful for the opportunity and trying to learn something from it she is trying to claim that she doesn't know if she will have the same spirit in her design and can't face her family!! WHAT??!! Because she wasn't the design star she is going to throw herself down in the well and never come out? Pathetic. I'm so disgusted with her I'll say it again! Pathetic! I love Todd and Robb's designs. I'm so tired of design being "family-friendly", safe, traditional, and geared towards suburban middle-agers. I'm young, single, no kids, and love modern style. I want to see more designers like Todd, Robb, and even Kim who are also young, single, no kids, and love modern style who take risks and get really creative. It was great! Remember, the rooms did not have to be liveable or functional. "Safe" designs in a show like this are extremely boring and uninspirational. No one is going to watch it if all the designs are safe and what you would find in a typical middle-agers home. Todd thought outside the box and that was why he won.

Posted by Amie – August 13, 2007 12:49 PM

I didn't think that being functional was one of the requirements of this challenge - if it had been, then Todd would not have won. His room was really the best in so many ways, but obviously functionality was not one of them. Seems like the judges were ok with that, but they did tell him he needs to show them some real stuff. If he doesn't, I think he'll be eliminated.

Posted by SheilaE – August 13, 2007 12:43 PM

I thought all of the designers showed great skills. Although Todd didn't design a room that anyone could live in. I thought that was what they were asked to do. I don't see anyone able to live in a room that has broken funiture hanging on the wall. I agree he is a very gifted artist but i have yet to see him design anything. I love Will and Josh. They have been my favorites from the begining I also loved Scott and was sad to see him go. Robb has gotten on my last nerve with his "I'm better than you attitude",i really hoped he would go this week. I am interested to see what happens next week considering i am a wedding designer myself.

Posted by De – August 13, 2007 12:40 PM

The judges are WAY too predictable--you know that they will like anything blazingly bright and graphic. I liked the idea someone had of rotating judges. I loved this week's 99 cent challenge idea, and I thought all the contestants except Todd showed great creativity in use of materials. Todd only showed us that he can paint. I agree that his room was like a modern art exhibit, and although creative in his interpretation of the rules, shouldn't have won. Metaphors in room design? Please. And how many surfer dudes and teen skateboarders watch HGTV on a regular basis? I was really sorry to see Scott go, although I could see it coming--I only wish he had removed the plates on the floor, because it did look like a store display (although an enticing one). Robb's was better than I expected but so glaring and sterile! Thank goodness he got to work alone this week and not get to bully others. My worst nightmare is that Robb and Todd will be the last ones standing, and who would watch either of them on a show? And who would want to work with them? Josh's room was probably my least favorite, after Todd's, but I'm glad he stayed on the show. Will's room was my favorite, Christina surprised me (pleasantly),I liked Kim's use of the paper plates, I liked Adriana's color choices, and I thought the wrong people went home. Should have been Todd and Robb!

Posted by Louse – August 13, 2007 12:36 PM

I thought they all did a wonderful job, and it was sad that two of them had to go. I especially liked Adriana because she was going for that American dream with her whole heart, so I hated to see her eliminated. I was kinda suprised Scott overdid it on his design -- he had very cool elements to his space -- but I agreed there were too many of them. I know he was heartbroken because I think he has the talent to be a Design Star and he knows it too. I'm still not sold on Christina. Yes, her color combo made the room pop, but I didn't think the design was all that original. She was smart to use red because that's all the judges saw. I really didn't like how she treated Adriana the first episode, although she's been Southern sweet since then. But you know what what they say about Southern woman (I should know since I live in the South), they can be like pit bulls with lipstick on. Watch out! Robb and Todd get on my nerves but their designs were fantastic. Kim did a great job -- it was nice to see her shine -- she has a great smile for t.v. Josh -- whew -- he barely pulled it off and I'm not sure I would have voted for his design over Scott's so I'm glad I didn't have to. At any rate, I'm glad Vern is mellowing out a bit and didn't take anyone's head off this time.

Posted by Barbara – August 13, 2007 12:34 PM

I absolutely loathe Robb and Todd!!! I hate Robb's attitude and his love of blaming everyone else when things don't do right; and I don't think Todd can design himself out of a paper bag!!! I would NEVER hire him to design a room in my house, and if he ends up being selected as the new DesignStar, I would seriously have to start questioning HGTV's sanity on the issue.
I will say that I LOVE Sparkle Josh - his presence on camera is awesome and I think he's adorable! Who couldn't use a little glitz in their lives?
I also think the show is moving too fast...what is up with the double eliminations two weeks in a row?!?!?

Posted by Debbie – August 13, 2007 12:26 PM

I hate to agree with the judges over who should go but I 'kinda' do. I thought the shipwreck would be gone. It was artistic but a design??? Scott's room was cluttered. Too much of a good thing. I was looking forward to Robb, with his abrasive personality, going. He doesn't have the personality to be on tv. Josh has too much personality. He thinks he is great. I know a person needs to have faith in him or herself but he is smug. Maybe almost losing in the third episode might help his huge ego. Kim is my favorite but she needs to 'get into it' more. She needs to remember the ones that are the design stars; Candace, Lisa LaPorta, David and the rest, have fun with their work. They enjoy it and we can tell it. I didn't like the paper plates but it fit into the category. Will is also one to watch.

Posted by linda_stewart7 – August 13, 2007 12:24 PM

What happened to designing rooms that people can live in. Todd's room was a train wreck and If Robb win's I am canceling my satelite and HGTV right along with it. The reason I watch Design Star and not Survivor is because Design Star did not use cheap and mean to get us to watch. I watch this show to learn something about design. I am learning lots about modern contemporary and nothing at all about any other type of design. HGTV needs to "get real" not everyone likes modern and contemporary. In fact most of us hate it.

Posted by Janet – August 13, 2007 12:17 PM

Todd's room was stunning......for a display window. But how could you actually LIVE in that space? I'd grab several large trash bags and start tossing the entire left side of the room!

Posted by Dale – August 13, 2007 12:08 PM

Maybe I'm just too country or something, but if I hired a desginer to come into my home and he busted up my furniture and threw paint everywhere, he'd be paying me. I thought Design Star was about designing things we would want and could live with. That ocean wave was an art exhibit, not design. I think the judges have smelled way too many paint fumes.

Posted by garry – August 13, 2007 11:38 AM

If Todd had done that to my home,Id have shown
him a new place to hide his surf board.
How that could have won is beyond me.I thought for sure he was gone.It was just horrible.

Posted by Marie – August 13, 2007 11:32 AM

I couldn't believe the creativity in last nights show. It is difficult to comprehend the amount of time they had to formulate a design or decide the style prior to the shopping. Regardless, they had to be extremely creative to design a room from the 99 cent store and make it look upscale. I think Will and Christina achieved that goal, however safe. I think Todd's was extremely creative for art, not for interior design. He is an amszing carpenter, has artistic talent, but I've yet seen a single thing he's done that I could use or feel impressed by as a designer. If two had to go, unfortunately the judges selected the two designers that made some poor choices this week, not necessarily the least talented. I hope Todd is required soon to design and develop a "livable room" by himself so most of the viewers can praise or critique his true talent and he can prove or disprove his talent "as an interior designer". This would end all the (dis)agreements about his work one way or another. Best of luck to the final 6. I hate getting rid of 2 at a time. The show will be over much too quickly. Joy

Posted by Joy Snyder – August 13, 2007 11:17 AM

Sheesh. I cannot believe a jerk like Robb successfully robbed the common sense from everybody. WHERE IS THE $399? He bought steel wool.. At least with Scott's room, I'd know where my money went!! AND, it is OBVIOUS Robb had that individual challenge planned for a looooong, looooong time! It would not matter WHAT STORE he would be sent to - cuz he planned to pocket the cash and go with a paint job using the furniture he counted on being there.
Sheesh. Guys like Robb depend on pulling the (steel) wool over folks eyes - and he's VERY good at it! The judges bought it hook, line and sinker.
I am NOT impressed with his design, cuz I can picture him working it out with others inputing comments, while he's bragging, "ain't it great?! It won't matter WHAT STORE they send me to! I can just do this pattern.. use something for relief.. and voila!"

SUCKERS!!!

Posted by Debra – August 13, 2007 11:16 AM

I really don't understand why Todd was praised and Scott was trashed. What's the difference? They both looked like display windows in a department store. (However, I would have bought something in Scott's display store window and NOT Todd's). I thought they were looking for a designer NOT an artist!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I HATED Todd's room! What a waste! Of course...I HATE ANYTHING modern! I'm so sick of modern design being thrown on the TV trying to force all of us to like it! PLEASE....someone show us some traditional, french, or garden style rooms. Not all of us like this modern decor that is being sooooo overexposed on TV and magazines. I so hated to see Scott go! He was my favorite. It's really a shame because next week is decorating for a wedding and that's what he does (according to his website). He would have been great. I'm expecting Josh to do well here. Which by the way....his room I thought showed alot of creativity. I thought it was soooo much better than Todd's and Robb's for that matter! The only ones left that I would even consider watching their shows are Christina, Josh, Will and Kim! Just because Vern doesn't like a style....he thinks it's not good! I happen NOT to like his style. So very very boring (Modern! Ugh!) However...I do like Cynthia. She seems kind and full of style!
I'm really sad about Scott leaving the show but he will be fine because he already has success in his business and will continue to. Of all the designers...Scott, Christina and Sparkle Josh would be the ones I would hire to do my house. I think they would be the ones to decorate in the french country style I love. Oh well....we'll see what type of designer the judges will choose for us to vote for. Not fair....I think we should call in our votes like the other reality shows and only let the judges have a partial count. What do you think?

Posted by Cindy – August 13, 2007 11:12 AM

Wow. I was so impressed with the creativity level last night. Amazing and all different ideas. I thought their ideas for the floors and coffee tables were so ingenious, particularly Christina's and Adriana's. That being said, I, too, agree that Adriana's room did not flow - the girl has carpentry skills and some good ideas but is not good at putting it all together and too full of herself - she has a ways to go professionally, IMO. I was bummed to see Scott go - he was so talented, but he did have way too much in there and was way too emotional to have a show, but I will miss him all the same. Josh's room was too much, maybe, but very close to making the mark - great ideas. I loved the sconces!! How creative. I liked the mod colors - very 60s, I thought - I just think he really struggled with this one. Okay, I still LOATHE Robb and I thought his room was ugly (too bright and gave me a headache looking at it) except for the thing on the wall with the scrubbers - that was cool, but I still STRONGLY DISLIKE HIM and would not watch his show -- he is rude, quick to be defensive and insulting and who can forget the crackling and faux "Tuscany" debacle. No, no, no. Bye-bye Robb -- and I didn't like the way he hoarded all the lights. He is RUDE ROBB. Bye-bye. And Todd, well, that did turn out better than I thought -- it was quite creative, but he bugs the crud out of me with his arrogance and he is too California -- I just don't know that he would be a good designer for a family -- again, the "Tuscany" incident. I was impressed with Christina's skills last night. I was very impressed with Kim's skills and room. I like her approach to tasks. Will's was very cool, too, but something was a little "off" with it for me; however, that being said -- very creative group and they are all to be commended for their ingenuity, IMO.

Posted by Mandy – August 13, 2007 11:10 AM

Lots to say:

1. Todd (Skut Farkas, as I like to call him, ‘cause he’s such a bully) won, but SHOULD HAVE LOST! He DID NOT execute this competition as he was supposed to – not even close! Most of what he did was to paint a mural, and that was NOT the competition! This competition was about using 99-cent store items to design a room, NOT to create a piece of art! He BARELY USED ANY 99-cent store items! AND virtually the ONLY 99-cent item he DID use was … was he kidding … cotton balls as water?! Are we in first grade here? Tacky! (I LOVE the person who commented that Todd took 99 minutes to shop for cotton balls! Too funny!) I’m sorry, but it seemed to me that it was almost as though he had this idea in his head ‘JUST IN CASE WE DO THE INDIVIDUAL CHALLENGE AGAIN THIS YEAR.’ Yes, these design rooms did not need to be functional, but Todd’s was not even a design room – it was a piece of art (and a bad one at that, once he added the ONE 99-cent store item he did use – the horrid cotton balls!). Put it in an exhibition, Todd, not in a design competition. And, of course, there was that insensitivity factor, given all the victims of hurricanes lately - but I’m sure he didn’t even think of it. (Does he EVER think of others?) All I really want to know is … what’s with the judges this week? Don’t they even know THEIR OWN CRITERIA?!!

2. Adriana SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN ELIMINATED! She was one of the FEW people who used those 99-cent items the way they were supposed to! Todd should have gone in her place because, again, perhaps his ART PIECE was good, but it was not a design room, and he didn’t do what he was SUPPOSED to do in this competition.

3. The room that Robb (Grover Dill, Skut Farkas’s ‘crummy little toady’) designed, quite frankly, looked to me like he worked this idea out in his head LONG before this competition – because, like Todd, he also did not use many of the 99-cent items. It was as though these two came up with their ideas ahead of time, just in case they were given this competition, thinking, “well, whatever store they send me to, I’ll be ready.” Like almost everyone else, I want Todd and Robb to be eliminated but quick. Haven’t the producers noticed that NO ONE wants to watch the Todd or Robb show? The only thing I want to see Todd and Robb in is my rear view mirror. And if anyone out there thinks I’m being mean to them, you obviously haven’t been paying attention to how rude, nasty, and arrogant these two are. They both blew it long ago. You guys may as well go home now, even if you DO make it to the finals. America will not vote for either of you.

4. It looks to me like a lot of people in this competition learned from last year’s contestants that using “clean lines” and vertical/horizontal lines was the easiest way to use the paint.

5. Did anyone besides me notice how many people OUTRIGHT STOLE David Bromstad’s idea for a rug? I mean, isn’t it funny that LAST year David was the ONLY one who did a rug that way, yet at least half the people did it this year? Yeah, it was your idea! Right! Sure it was!

6. Obviously, the judges should not have used the exact same competition as last year – because there was no element of surprise. People were free to borrow and steal from last year, as they obviously did. Not good planning, judges.

7. The whole thing about Sparkle Josh ticks me off! Has anyone noticed how the judges have raised the bar for him yet lowered it for almost everyone else? It’s as though they were SO SHOCKED to see Todd, Robb, and Christina do ANYTHING good that they were falling all over them! Sparkle J’s room was better than they said it was – his colors worked for what he did (as Vern said), and he ACTUALLY USED those 99-cent store items! I loved what he did with the compacts – thought it was cool and it worked. It was a PIECE OF ART THAT ACTUALLY WAS MADE OUT OF 99-CENT STORE ITEMS -- IMAGINE THAT!! And what’s with the comment that Josh didn’t have to use the items to make it obvious that they came from the 99-cent store?! HELLO! COTTON BALLS?!! HELLO! PAPER PLATES ON THE WALLS??!! Bleck! Besides, Sparkle Josh is the ONLY one so far who’s shown design talent, ability to execute, and the charisma and relaxed personality to be able to host his own show. He’s adorable!

8. Kim’s room was good (except I HATED the paper plates - HATED!). That coffee table was FANTASTIC!! One of the best things I’ve seen in this competition, this year or last year! Stroke of genius, Kim! My advice to you, honey – show some energy and personality – it’s the only thing holding you back from shining.

9. BUT, the REAL winner of this competition was WILL! His room was beautiful, symmetrical, and everything he did including the colors TOTALLY fulfilled his concept of, “Zesftul Zen.” His room, in fact, if I remember correctly, is the ONLY one in this entire competition, either this year or last year, that was completely executed to the best of the theme he had in mind. It worked completely! I’m dying to see if he can do something other than contemporary, though. The guy’s got talent and a great eye for design. He’s a natural. Love ya, Will, but, just like Kim, you need to bring out your energy and personality more.

10. If Todd AND Robb BOTH make it to the final show, I will not watch. These two are nothing but great big egotistical babies. And the fact that ROBB WAS HIDING things from his competitors?! What is this, a Ben Hur CHARIOT RACE?! What’s wrong, Robb, can’t win by being a good designer? Hey, if Robb does his own show he can call it, “Highway ROBBery!” You need to go into politics, dude. I will say, though, that if Todd OR Robb makes it to the final show – I’ll watch just to see the other person, no matter WHO it is, kick his sorry rear! Heck, I’d even root for VANESSA from last year over either of those two!

11. Sparkle J and Will need to be in the finals. In fact, give them a show together – they’re both awesome and they work so well together! But if they can’t host their own show, Sparkle better win! Have you noticed from the comments – we love you, Josh! Don’t hold back one bit and you’ll win, my man! If Sparkle Josh is eliminated, I’ll stop watching Design Star. So there. Make me watch. Just make me.

Posted by Kathy – August 13, 2007 11:06 AM

I LOVED Will's room. For the others??? Well, I wouldn't want to live in them. But, Todd's room was cool.

Posted by TheZenMax – August 13, 2007 10:49 AM

Sparkle Josh is fabulous! He can design a room for me any day!!!!!

Posted by Elizabeth Orbison – August 13, 2007 10:42 AM

Seems to me that Josh's room was nice and different but let's face it who in the world would use that idea in their home. I watch HGTV to pick up ideas for my home..I really could not see watching his show on HGTV. He appears to me like he wants to entertain which would be good for other network..but not HGTV..

Posted by Peggy Berger – August 13, 2007 10:19 AM

I, personnally can't even imagine wanting to watch a show that would be hosted by either Todd or Rob. I have yet to see anything that Todd has designed that I even remotely like, and Robb is entirely too childish (at 39) for my liking. Hiding lights so no one else can have any, please! I have felt from the beginning that Will stands out and he proved that last night as did Kim and Christina. Hopefully, next week will prove who can truly do some actual designing.

Posted by Lynn – August 13, 2007 10:15 AM

Great Show!, I love watching this one. I now have my husband watching it too.
I was sorry to see Adriana leave, I think her room was better design that Josh. I agree with almost everyone here Tod's room was not a room design for practical used, it was a work of art and I'm not sure if he will be abel to stay next week. ?? But thne again the challenge this week was based on creativity.

Posted by Uri – August 13, 2007 9:57 AM

Hi-What a shame to lose SCOTT! Can he do a return challenge later in the show ala Project Runway???

Posted by chris – August 13, 2007 9:56 AM

I know the draw/drama of 'DesignStar' comes from diversity. And this year's contestants make for a good 'DesignStar' series. But it's disingenious to create a great 'DesignStar' series with people who don't stand a chance at being successful HGTV hosts. We started with 12 extremely talented people and I like seeing what they do...but if the goal is the next HGTV host, I find it almost insulting to think that anyone would expect me to take seriously some of these designers.

I'm not sure 'Green Josh' had the peronality or skills for his own show, but I love the idea of decorating/design show that highlights how to stay green. Including a couple others like Josh would have kept a unique focus and created more competition.

Adriana's room obviously wasn't the best this week, but it showed signs of creativity that people at home could learn from and it was usable. (Plus her amazing teamwork last week should have gotten her further.) What TV audience wouldn't love to watch someone who 'does it all' instead of having to explain their vision to others to execute? Adriana left too early.

And I don't know what you do with a Robb. He has obvious talent. But he's trying way too hard to prove something. And, competition or not, the win 'at all costs' mentality is a definite turn off.

I think Todd is the best artist in the group, but I'm not watching an art show. Of course there are designers who are great artist. I adore David Bromstad from last year's 'DesignStar' and Aaron Foster. But their HGTV gigs aren't about their art. And after all, it was a 'room' the designers were suppose to create, not just a 'space.' Functionality might not have been one of the things being judged (how could it with only $399 and the 99-cent store as your source), but by definition a room should be usable. Todd's gorgeous paint job and amazingly creative space might work in a gallery, but not in 99.99% of America's homes. Todd is an artist/landscape architect. That doesn't work for an HGTV show on home interiors...perhaps there should be a new DesignStar series with an outdoor focus?

BTW, the judges have already used this logic to eliminate one. Lisa Millard is gone, not because she showed no talent or artistic ability. But because her space in the designers home had no clear-cut purpose. (That's what real rooms do, fulfill a need and serve a purpose.) In fact, this is strike two for Todd. He did a way cool half-pipe in the designers home...something all America wants in their living rooms, right? Rewarding Todd just seems like a waste (done at the cost of someone else).

Posted by JD – August 13, 2007 9:39 AM

What a shocker! And scary too. The thought that Sparkle Josh might go home! But I had to keep telling myself that he's proven himself in the past, as has Will, where the other's hadn't. Except in a bad way.

Robb really suprised me. I couldn't live in his room but it really was good. Now he just needs to stop patting himself on the back.

Scott did overdo the accessories but I loved his creativity.

Kim showed talent too. I wasn't crazy about the paper plates but it too showed creativity.

Todd. Oh Todd. I thought for sure he'd get slammed for broken furniture laying around. Who cares about the connection to being a couch potato and your life falling apart! Who can live in that? The artistic work was fantastic!!

Will...you're amazing! Nuff said.

Christina needs to soften it up a bit. I'm soooo tired of "clean lines" and contemporary! But I loved the color choices. Bold is right. Good job there.

I guess it's back to team work next week? Should be interesting.

Posted by Mary McPhillips – August 13, 2007 9:22 AM

Nice diorama. Not design.

Posted by patter – August 13, 2007 9:09 AM

Scott! OMG judges, you broke my heart. I love Scott, I really hate to see him go. Ok, he was over the top in his design...I'm a big fan of "more is more", but in this case darling, "less truly is more". His design elements were fantastical; just too much. They didn't have too show you crying in this episode: I cried for you.
Adriana, I hate to see her go too, she is such a sweetheart. Her design just really didn't measure up this time. Both Scott and Adrianna will go far in their business. They have a lot of talent.
Sparkle Josh!!! You nearly gave an old queen a heart attack darling...lol. I almost choked on my Chardonnay. I am so glad you made it through. I KNOW that young man has more talent than anyone else competeing. I just hope he really steps it up from here on out.
Will, nice job. It has just about made me forget that ugly outburst last week. You have so much talent.
Todd, what a funny guy. Very nice, allbeit crazy design.
The fact is, I love all of the contestants and can't hardly bear to see any of them go. HGTV really picked some personable contestants this year. With that being said, next Sunday night I will be sitting in my favorite chair watching and cheering for Sparkle Josh. Go Josh!

Posted by wosdidyouseethatbird – August 13, 2007 8:47 AM

I cannot believe that the ridiculous couch surfing room won as the Best. WHAT ARE THOSE JUDGES THINKING? He has such a tiny scope of design interest and doesn't change it from challenge to challenge. If you made him the design stat you'd really struggle to get homeowners to trust him toredo their home for the show...unless they are all in the surfer Dude mentality. I thought his was the lease creative since he used a related subject before and only worked out because the dining area project was so great. Adrianna is sweet and works hard but can't seem to create a cohesive look so I understood she needed to go.
Rob did an OK job of this test, but has been worthless on the others. I don't think it was better than Scotts..both has issues. Rob is also hopeless as the design star with his temperment..he would do what he wanted rather than what the client wanted. I agree that 2 eliminations a week is to fast to get a good feel for actual talent,creativity & personality on camera. MY favorites thus far are Will...reliably good in every task. Kim & Christina are creative, have a good sense of style, and work hard in every project. Josh was clearly out of his element in the 99C store and was struggling to pull it together. I thought Rob would lose the 3 last times, and Todd today for sure! For the judges to give kudos to Rob & and make Todd the winner is beyond belief to me...who would want him as a Design Star?????
Get a grip Judges......Is Robb or Todd the pictue of the new Design Star! Other choices have been reasonable but this is too weird!
Tricia

Posted by tricia – August 13, 2007 8:15 AM

Wow- I could go on and on about this episode. I can't help but wonder what goes on behind the camera regarding the judges. And what gets edited?? Of course we are seeing only what 'they' want us to for the sake of creating a certain flavor to the show. Anyway...I just can't get out of my head the moment in the first show when Martha first saw Todd - her eyes just lit up like a kid at Christmas. Sorry - but I feel she is being partial based on her attraction to him. Sounds, silly. I know. But let's see if she EVER has anything negative or even constructive to say about any of his so called-designs. Todd reminds me of the arrogant guys back in art school. Yeah, they may have had talent but certainly no friends. And their art was always about themselves. Todd can be classified as a sculptural artist - but certainly not a designer ESPECIALLY for someone's home. OMG!!!! He should just stick with gallery work.

The rest of them, well, I stick by Mr. Sparkle. I think he probably lacks a lot more self-confidence then we are led to believe. Herego, the over-the-top sparkly exterior. But he is mindful, thoughtful, and creative. And his personality is one that would accomodate a client's no matter who the client is, not to mention his talent being able to do so as well. I would hire him to design an interior of my home or any other area. He's just nervous and cares too much about this whole gig. If he could relax and be even a fraction as self-centered as Robb and Todd, he'd have it all together. He just needs to be finessed by a pro at the HGTV TV studios and I think his show would draw many, many people. All the others - well, they are all nice (except for Robb, who should be Todd's room-mate at some 'all about me' school of design'. He did well, though last night. But I just can't get past his abrasive and annoying personality). And they are all talented. But they are all too white bread for me. No pizazz! I can't believe they let Scott go. Man, what were they thinking? Adriana - I agreed with that decision. To me she was just a pretty and dainty latin version of Todd and Robb.
I love Vern.-great designer-gracious but unique personality. But sometimes his human tendencies for partiality rears its ugly head too much. Martha, I don;t think she is the best choice for a judge, but she obviously has power in the design world, so what are we gonna do. And Cynthia - still on the fence about her being a judge on this show. I guess they are supposed to represent the 3 aspects the execs are looking for in a new host. kinda like "see no evil, hear no evli and speak no evil".

Posted by Karen – August 13, 2007 6:59 AM

This room did not have to be functional but had to use items from the .99 store.

Todd took 99 minutes to shop for cotton-balls - unreal. I agree with all who say they would not watch a show with him as host. He is just a surfer dude who can paint and work with wood but who has too much of a self-centered ego. His room on this show was “cool” but only showed his one-track mind AND used hardly anything from the .99 store.

Robb is excessively abrasive and underhanded. I would not watch a show he hosted either. I really do not see talent with him either nor is he a team player. The only thing I liked about his room was the partial coffee table on the wall. The colors were too glaring and I agree with Clive and his hospital remark.

Christina is sweet and there seems to be some talent there but she needs to find ideas that have not been used repeatedly through the years - red, black, and using mirror imaging.

Will is good with color and style but I feel he needs to find a bit more pizzazz and not play it safe so much.

Sparkle Josh would make a great host but needs someone to tone down his sparkle just a bit. Maybe that is why Josh and Will were so great together on the first show - Will's sense of color and style and Josh's sparkle and pizzazz. A show with them together would be awesome.

Kim may have talent but I have not been impressed yet - and I really did not care for the paper plates. Where the judges praised her even though the paper plates looked like paper plates, they reprimanded Josh for his gift bags looking like gift bags. Go figure.

Adriana was also sweet but even in the first show she had trouble with cohesiveness. This showed up again in this third show. I was quite impressed with her woodworking abilities, though.

I feel Scott got a bad rap. Yes, he overdid it with the accessories, but he showed great creativity and beautiful artistic ability. I absolutely loved his trees and his rug. I really did not like seeing him go – many berate his crying but I do not think we would have seen that on his own show. What I see is a deep sensitivity that overflows into his love of design. He is one I would definitely love to design for me – if I could afford him.

It was Todd and Robb that should have gone. Their attitudes are horrendous and they have not shown versatility in their work. What was that garage door in the first show for, Robb? I think it was just a way to waste time so you did not have to help green Josh with the hard work.

BTW: This is my first post - have to say I was not sad to see Neeraja go. What an awful attitude and lackadaisical manner. Lisa just did not have it in her to go beyond her kitschy punk style and green Josh did not know how to lead. I did like Lisa’s and green Josh’s personalities, though - SO much better than Todd’s and Robb’s.

Posted by Toni – August 13, 2007 5:46 AM

last year Alice, who in the end was 2nd runner up won the same contest tonight as "Rock Star" Dude Scott(per vern). It is kind of weird to me because Verns new show is going to be about going around to different families that have had some type of bad thing happen to them & brighten their lives. ie Katrina in fact i think i read in his bio on this site that he is in fact helping a family out from that disaster. anyway, him of all people should not be cooooing over such heartless work. I don't care if it is art work it sure isn't interior design naughty, naughty Vern Yip It was your true character that came out tonight.

Posted by michelle – August 13, 2007 5:21 AM

Does anyone else remember the promo for this year's Design Star? It showed the back of the heads of the final two contestants as they faced Clive. The person on the right was off screen and the person on the left had dark, short hair and was not African American. Several dark haired contestants are now gone. So who is left with dark hair? Hum, Rob and Kim. We'll see (pun) if I really do remember this from the promo. I could have many comments, but will offer only one: I think Kim has a cheerful, bouncy and caring personality that would be great in the role of working with real people and being fun to watch on TV. Check out her cute smile.

Posted by Martha – August 13, 2007 4:19 AM

I cannot believe that Todd has made it this far. He should have been eliminated this show. On the first show he designed a skate board ramp in the living room....come on!!!
In this show his room looked more like a sculpture than a room. What room has broken furniture on the wall!!! Is this a design show or a venue for modern art?

Posted by Dorothy – August 13, 2007 3:45 AM

I am very disappointed that Adriana and Scott got cut.

Adriana has done well so far and her design tonight wasn't bad, it just wasn't the best. She should have gotten another chance. If you compare her and Robb head to head so far I think she would come out ahead in terms of design and I would MUCH rather watch her show than Robb's.

Scott had a great design and he clearly realized that there was too much going on. If he had a little more time I think he would have removed some of the items.

Being a designer means caring about the people you are designing for. I don't see that kind of caring in Robb, Todd, or Christina. I wouldn't watch a show that featured any of them.

Someone mentioned above that Will and Sparkle Josh would be great on a show together and I strongly agree.

Posted by Christina – August 13, 2007 3:06 AM

I am glad to see that someone else, besides me, thinks it would be awesome to watch Will and Sparkle Josh host a show together. That show would be great!

I was so excited that they both it tonight, that I actually cried tears!

I was really hoping that Robb and Todd would have been cut tonight, but there is always next week. I can't stand either one of their personalities and I could never watch a show with them on it!

Posted by Alicia – August 13, 2007 2:55 AM

The judges got it right. Todd's design was by far the most creative.

Posted by Diamond – August 13, 2007 2:41 AM

I think hgtv is looking for a decorator. Josh would be the winner with Will a 2nd. What show is hgtv looking to create? Last year show was much better. They picked the correct winner with David. He could do it all. This year I dont see a complete package, just styling.

Posted by lisa – August 13, 2007 2:14 AM

I liked the craziness of Todd's design but it was just a little over the top I don't think it should have won the challenge. I liked Adrianna's better than others like Robb I think that his looked like he shopped at the 99c store well maybe 2nd after Scott's design. There was just WAY too much in there and he should have realized that after he took the picture. My favorite tonight is Will's I want that room in my house even the lamp plus I love his vibe as a designer.

Posted by Shavone – August 13, 2007 2:12 AM

I just finished watching the show - and as I tried to fall asleep, I could not get out of my mind the feeling of pure Disgust and Loathing for the producers to have initiated such an extreme and unadulterated spectacle of Wastefulness: Food products spilled all over floors, furniture chopped to bits and made so useless that it couldn't even be donated someplace, bags of cotton balls that are dyed and strewn across the floor, entire books of paper bought for just two or three pages of color, 18 or 20 gallons of paint+brushes, tape, etc. - all this crap is going to end up in the landfill - and for what? To celebrate how "clever" someone is to dream up a space that is utterly useless, rewards someone for providing zero fresh ideas that your audience could use in their own homes and will last no more than 24 hours before being carted off to the dump???

It would have been better to have the individuals design rooms in a motel or a hospice that could actually be used and enjoyed by real people - and would have actually displayed some true interior design talent rather than mere stage decoration: as it is, I see no purpose to this "design challenge" episode other than to make for some not-so-good TV.

Shame on HGTV for producing such garbage and so much more imported from China landfill, and Shame on the 3 Judges for rewarding such wanton wastefulness and destruction.

Posted by Brian E Parker – August 13, 2007 2:00 AM

Tonight should have been a no brainer for the guys. . .Todd should be going home. Granted, the room was art. However, I don't see many people lining up to live in a gallery. Some of the terms most often used in the design shows are "cozy" and "inviting". Todd's was neither. After 35 years in elementary education, Kim's paper plates just didn't do it for me, but I did like the table. Will or Christina should have won tonight, but I adored Josh's room! I love his style and personality and hope he wins it all.

Posted by Becky – August 13, 2007 1:50 AM

I liked Adriana space. I liked the floor! I dont think it was confusing or hodge podge. She should have stayed by her past accoplishments. The other "lady", Christina, hasnt done squat, just sound nice. Is hgtv angling for a straight guy? They are both annoying. I would not watch their show.

Posted by lisa – August 13, 2007 1:47 AM

Did anyone listen to the instructions at the beginning of the show? The designers were tasked with displaying their creativity, NOT the functionality of the space. By that criteria, Todd hit a home run! That was a very cool design.

Posted by John – August 13, 2007 1:47 AM

HGTV can you have Scott back!!!

I am so disappointed that Scott got cut. He is the best designer among the group althought his design of the room was a little busy. I think he should have another chance to proof himself. He got the taste, the personality, the talent, the creativity to be a design star! Many other designers were just playing safe in this competition. I don't know what to look for in this show anymore.... Among the remaining six, Josh is more interesting. Kim and Will are nice but don't see any sparkle in them yet. The other three?....I don't think so....

Posted by Tino – August 13, 2007 1:37 AM

I would like to see Will and Sparkle Josh host a show together. That is what I have thought from the first episode.

Posted by susan – August 13, 2007 1:30 AM

I too was discussed at Todd winning with that his concept of art. I didn't feel it was attractive to most eyes. I'm not sure he'd attract a lot of viewers either as he most often comes off as the surfer skate board dude whom a majority of veiwers just wouldn't relate to.

Todd just needs to go. He just isn't a nice person with major moral issues he tries to impress the camera with. Hiding items, trying to deceive the other players to win just isn't someone I'd tune into to learn anything from.

I liked Sparkles room thought it flowed fairly well not his best but it still seemed fairly well pulled together. It was unique. Will is amazing and I really loved his room. Kim was surprisingly good. Todd's was also good but a design star has to be more than a decorator and that wouldn't be someone who spends so much energy messing with the other decorators choices and ability to play on a level playing field.

Posted by Sandy – August 13, 2007 1:20 AM

I think josh sparkle is a decorator not a designer he loses it if he has to create something from scratch. His strong suit is ready-made store bought furniture.

Posted by carol – August 13, 2007 1:16 AM

First, a complaint ... why, oh WHY are they doing eliminations two at a time? Tonight, I really agreed that Adriana had to go, but I dreaded knowing that someone else would be eliminated, too.

OK, about tonight's show ... Clearly, Todd can think "outside the box", and I loved his use of color and graphic impact, but, honestly ... was that "design"? And with him, it's always ALL about Todd. I wouldn't have picked his design as the best.

Robb ... geeeez ... I was soooooo hoping his design would be as awful as his personality. I actually liked his room, but I still don't like HIM, and if he wins this, I won't watch his show.

I liked Christina's room the best, especially the red-white-black color combination. I would've picked her design as the winner.

Will and Kim both did good work (although I wasn't crazy about the paper plates on the wall) and I was glad to see Kim make a statement on her own. I still think she's got plenty of potential.

Adriana's room did nothing for me ... some nice elements, but it just didn't come together in the end. And I HATE that orange and green color scheme.

I agree that Scott's room was overdone, but his concept was good and the paint-job was outstanding. I'm so very sorry to see him go. I really expected him to be around till the end.

Sparkle Josh ... I'm not sure what to say! Some elements of his room were awesome, and others just tooooo cheap-looking. We ALL know he's very talented, and so charming besides. Whew, I'm glad he squeaked through this time! He's still my favorite, and if he'd been sent home tonight, I'd have no desire to watch this show any longer.

Posted by Rainey – August 13, 2007 1:13 AM

I am FINISHED with this show. After tonights challenge/elimination I discovered that the show is not about good design, its about who has a wild and crazy personality for an HGTV show, (not to mention who looks good with his shirt off). These judges aren't fit to judge a pie eating contest let alone a design challenge. The 'top' designs were either over the top or stale (a black and red room with NO ACCESSORIES!!!) For those who agree I encourage you to flip the television to Bravo and tune into the wonderful show, TOP DESIGN, where the top prize only goes to those with TRUE design talent.

Posted by adam – August 13, 2007 1:07 AM

What a show! Wow..I watched it twice and plan on watching it again. Great designs...some predictable and others just way over the top (thank you Todd). If anyone has gone to Todd's website, you'll see what an artist he is. Having said that-I have to agree with Vern-could he design a room (to live in) for a client. And tizzy-domestic violence is a good description of Todd's room. Yes he is extremely talented, but being talented and handy is not what this contest is about. Todd is way too 'sufer/dude' in his attitude and somewhat juvenile. Adrianna's work was lacking. Scott-so said-I love him but it was true he just didn't know when to stop-his colors were awesome! Christina-who would've thunk it, eh? Will was a surprise as well. Sparkle Josh-I happen to like the colors-very soothing-too many bangles and baubles tho. It was almost like he was forcing the design as opposed to being true to himself....Personally, I don't shop at 99cent stores and probably won't start, but I must say they were all very genius in using what was made available. Great show and I hate having to wait a whole week!!! I still love David Bromstad tho!

Posted by geemartin – August 13, 2007 12:59 AM

First and foremost, I love this show!
Josh, I love your presence, you make me smile.
Will, "You're the Man" - love your style.
Christina, I'm glad you had a chance to shine.
Kim, not sure yet, maybe in time.
Robb, show some CLASS!
Todd, show something other than SELFISH design.
Adrianna, so glad to see you go!
Scott, sorry you didn't get your show. (keep your head up)

Posted by Tia – August 13, 2007 12:54 AM

In this episode, I disagreed with the judges' choice for the best "interior design." Todd did not design a room, but presented a three-dimensional catastrophe. It was a nighmare, brought to life.

If such judging opinions continue, in the next
season someone could likely damage all of the furniture and paint flames everywhere.

THE IRONY IS THAT TODD'S PAINT TREATMENT WAS DRAMATIC, BUT TODD DIDN'T KNOW WHEN TO STOP, JUST AS SCOTT DIDN'T. Why would one earn first place, while the other was eliminated?

Robb should have more faith in his own talent, so that he would feel no need to sabotage the efforts of others, i.e. hiding supplies from them, mocking them, etc. He seems to have difficulty in controlling his negative emotions.
While, his room was good in this episode, his
onscreen demeanor was appalling.

Will is obviously the contestant who has the most
concern for others; he is the type of person who
others would want to invite into their homes.
The man can even cook! He had the most common sense in designing a kitchen. What's not to like?

Posted by Sara – August 13, 2007 12:48 AM

I'm heartbroken that Scott is gone! Don't even want to watch anymore! They gave "sparkle Josh" another chance, why not Scott? They should've given Todd the boot--I don't see how his design related to home design in any way! Someone else said they'll keep him around as long as he keeps his shirt off and I guess they were right! And it's not like his body is so great--he's got nothing on Bromsted. I'd rather he just keep his darn shirt on.

Anna

Posted by Anna – August 13, 2007 12:46 AM

Tonight, was really a wow!! I love my 99 cent store. Christina, Kim, Will, Robb and Adriana made it work well for them. Kim leaves on the wall bold but they worked. Todd, needs to get serious for moment. Destruction is not designing in my eyes. Scott, for your first time in the cheapie store you did not know when to say when. Josh, was looking for a little to much glitter. I was sadden by Adriana's cancellation, she really gave it a lot. I will miss her tears. I can't predict a winner yet, but Christina, Josh and Will are looking good. I will tune in next week, for more fun.

Posted by Rg1725 – August 13, 2007 12:31 AM

if anyone can remember from last years show, there was a male designer who had to furnish & design an apartment of a female Katrina surviver. when he walked in on his job all that was there was a mattress on the floor. it was very emotional for her to tell her story to him. i wonder how she felt watching Todds winning design tonight & especially being featured in InStyle magazine!!!! shame on you Martha the Judge, you are the executive producer of that magazine aren't you? by the way Alice who was 2nd runner up won that last year. scarry if he actually makes it that far

Posted by pl – August 13, 2007 12:30 AM

I didn't agree with the judges decision to select Todd this evening. Though I think he is very imaginative it appears his talents are limited to the beach, surf and skate boards all of which would be great if you are doing a theme for Sea World.

I have been a fan of HGTV since its conception but it seems lately the shows are directed toward designing for the "Millinneum"; clean lines, bright colors, granite counter tops, etc. which is a great look but is that all there is? Would love to see some versatility like French Country, etc..

Thank you for listening.

Posted by Betty Smith – August 13, 2007 12:22 AM

I live HGTV, I have to say that although some of these folks are talented,their personalities may keep them from having a following. It is not all about what you can do, but who you can be.
I think they are all creative, but some are too over the top, and some need to step it up a bit.
I agreed with the eliminations in the past weeks, I was surprised by tonights though. I think Todd is creative, but not too practical so far, I hope he steps it up for the general public to be able to work with him. "Sparkle" Josh is a showman, can he bring it in a "real room?", Kim has a great eye!, her personality is almost too nice and she could use a little more pizzaz. IF we could mix some of the designers personality's like we do spices, we would have a definite winner! Great show,I can't wait to see next weeks challenge.!!!

Posted by Tinah – August 13, 2007 12:19 AM

All the rooms had something going for them, and this was a hard week to let anyone go. That said, Todd rose to the occasion -- again. No, the room wasn't functional, but this wasn't about function; it was about design and creativity, and he executed the plan again. Robb surprised me, and I think he surprised the judges. The pregame antics; I agree, that was a little childish.

I'm not a big Sparkle Josh fan, but I agree with those who are that the judges were harsh on his room. On the other hand, Scott's room was pretty much the weakest of the bunch; the colors were OK, but it was busy and had way too many things going on. I was sad to se Adriana go, but Kim stepped up and she didn't.

I'd love to se Todd & Robb in a how-to kind of show, no matter who wins this thing! (BTW, the previews of next week look like events take an ugly turn).

Posted by EddieAlbania – August 13, 2007 12:17 AM

Todd shows a lot of energy, both in his designs and in the way he moves! I'm thinking he might have what it takes to host a unique and exciting show. Sparkle Josh seemed uninspired tonight -- I sure hope he can bounce back next week.

Posted by lemonadene – August 13, 2007 12:10 AM

I can't wait til they get rid of both Todd and Robb. Robb is an arrogant jerk and Todd, well, Todd's "surfer dude" design style doesn't do a thing for me. I hated his room tonight. What style was that, anyway? Early American Hurricane Debris?

Also, I think the reason he runs around with his shirt off all the time it that, hey, it worked for the first design star winner. Only difference is.... that guy also had/has talent. Something Todd is lacking. Unless you're into Trailer Trash Deco, of course.

Posted by Jade – August 13, 2007 12:05 AM

Tonight I felt like Will was the real winner. His idea was clean lines and bright colors. He
has a great opportunity to win!! Zen is in! And his choice of accents for thw walls were very creative (dip trays). Everyone thought out of the box...the .99 show concept was a huge success for everyone even the ones who went home.

Posted by Kitty – August 13, 2007 12:03 AM

I have a little different take on the judges' choice this time. In my opinion, Todd's design was very insensitive after the past few years of hurricane and tsunami disasters. Who would want a living room reminding them of those tragedies? Awarding the best design status to crashed home belongings on a sea shore as a design theme made me very uncomfortable.... and I am not from one of the regions that were affected. The one standing end table as a contrast element only had significance in that it emphasized those whose lives have not been interrupted by tragedy. Todd can think out of the box but he is single focused in his themes. I am really very disappointed in the judges who gave him the winning status for this design. I thought either Will or Kim should have won this challenge.

Posted by Kathy – August 12, 2007 11:59 PM

As a fan of HGTV/DESIGN STAR. I really hate to see any of the designers go home,that is the way,s and means ,of the final conclusion. before there can be a winner.Ireally hated to see Scott go, he tried so very hard, he seem,s so fragil as a person, I guess Ijust hated to see him hurt ,so bad,I hope he will continue working, because he is very talented,I WISH ,Adriana and Scott the very best,And that they continue workig ,and reaching for the stars.

Posted by FAYE ESTEP – August 12, 2007 11:56 PM

WOW!I am blown away by the talent toinight. I was really impressed by Christina and Will, they were AWESOME! I am glad that Scott is gone, he put way to much in his room.I am sad that Adriana is gone, I would have like to see her have one more chance.Todd,creative,but he is not a practical designer. I have really enjoyed this season and can't wait to see who's the next DESIGN STAR!

Posted by Ashley and Hope – August 12, 2007 11:52 PM

I think the purpose of this episode was to show what these designers could do with cheap stuff.
Anyone who has watched Trading Spaces remembers well the love jail bedroom, the astroturf cemetary attic bedroom, the silk flowered bathrom walls and the corrugated cardboard room.
Design elements? But many of you are right - let's see what Surfer Dude can come up with next.
If the L.A. room were just a bit turned down - would have been my favorite. The dishes on the floor were more than a bit much. This is an interesting show to say the least.

Posted by P.W. – August 12, 2007 11:45 PM

Adriana was my favorite personality, so I was sad to see her go. But the competition this week was outstanding, and her design was not as good as the rest. Same with Scott -- if I were actually hiring one of them for my own house, I'd probably hire Scott.

There is absolutely no way I would watch a show hosted by either Todd or Robb, so I hope they leave soon. Todd is WAY too into himself, and thinks first about impressing people rather than helping them. I could have predicted, however, that he would stay for his "design" tonight -- Cynthia Rowley loves it when Todd plays the bad boy. Robb is just plain mean (hiding the lights from the other competitors bespeaks a lack of honor and character), and his talent does not make up for that. What a nasty little man he is!

As Clive and the judges keep reminding us, a designer needs to be a "three-fer" to win: outstanding designer, outstanding executor, AND outstanding host. Of the remaining six, I'd have to bet on either Will or Sparkle Josh. Actually, I think a show that featured both of them would rock; they demonstrated that when they did the bedroom in the penthouse.

And I agree with everyone who noted that this season is going much too fast!

Posted by Marina – August 12, 2007 11:44 PM

So I have just come to realize that I can not watch a show by 3 of the remaining 6 contestants. I am disappointed that Scott and Adriana were the ones kicked off tonight. I think Scott's instinct was telling him that there was too much in the room but he must have been too attached to the end product. Adriana had some great elements but in the end did not pull it together. I realize that the producers edit for effect of drama. But Todd and Rob are obnoxious. I will not watch a show they have. I'm sorry, I know everyone likes sparkle Josh. I won't watch his show either. He made some great choices last week but I don't like his tastes. I really liked what Christina did. I did not care for the white that Will and Kim put on the center wall. I did not like what Todd or Robb did. Rob did what I thought he might do and produce a room that pleased the judges. Oh well.

Posted by Teresa R – August 12, 2007 11:41 PM

Sad to see these 2 go tonight, although I had them picked, based on rooms. It wasn't that their rooms were bad, not at all, but one was too busy- and you missed all the truly wonderful things because there was too much to look at, and the other was just not cohesive- it looked like something even I could do-although I do feel she is a talented carpenter, and has passion. I'm just not seeing Todd as a show host. He seems like he's more Baywatch material.(don't watch that either!)I DEFINITELY would NOT watch a show that he hosted, just NOT my style- I like more livable, with maybe just a touch of the whimsical or unexpected. My choice for this year are a duo! I'd love to see Will and Josh co-host. I was impressed with the two of them from the first show. They work well together, compliment each other and both have super "star" qualities!!!!!!! I agree with other posts- what's the rush this year????? I enjoy seeing these people given more of a chance!

Posted by jc – August 12, 2007 11:40 PM

Rob -- Hope they don't give him his own show before he grows up! His antics in the store, of hiding items and buying all the lights he thought the other designers might want, his way of dealing with the "competition," were really immature. Todd and Rob both seem to have the adolescent thing going for them. Todd's work was creative and nonfunctional. It would have felt better if only one designer had been eliminated tonight. Sorry to see Scott go.

Posted by Ruth – August 12, 2007 11:36 PM

Todd's room was too close a reminder of Hurricane Katrina for my taste. Great use of color and drama, but reminiscent of the recent disaster to be considered as the best room of the night. I would be happy to see Will or Christina as the winner,as I believe they are both very talented. But Sparkle Josh is my fav. I love his sweet personality and his flair. When I saw the audition episode, I didn't think I would like his style - too flamboyant - but love what he has done on the show and he always seems to take the high road with his behavior towards the other designers. Guess I can say the same about my other two favorites. Great show tonight.

Posted by TerryG – August 12, 2007 11:35 PM

You have to remember at the beginning of the show Clive said they'd be judged on the look of the room, NOT the function. So who cares if Todd's room isn't liveable? It was about creating a unique space on a budget. And he was creative, so he should stay. You should also remember this is a show about GETTING a show. And the most dynamic personalities are going to stick around. Adriana's room may have been artistic (I wasn't that impressed, really) but she's a bit boring. So were the other people eliminated. Maybe Scott has a screen presence but he's way too "delicate." I wouldn't watch a TV host who has a penchant for crying onscreen.

Posted by Rick – August 12, 2007 11:31 PM

Scott's room was too cluttered for my taste, he's very talented but should have known when to stop. Robb shocked me, as I didn't know he had it in him from previous episodes, but wouldn't watch him on TV. Too obnoxious! Todd was creative, but I wouldn't want that in my house either. He's a talented artist, but not my style. Adriana's room was not comforting to me. I don't see orange and green a comfort to look at, but I did like the scrunchies. Sparkle Josh didn't do himself justice, he should have kept with the "barbie" thing he had at first. Christina's room was bold and I liked the color combinations, Will's room was not Zen to me, more Zest then Zen, but I did like it. As I recall "creativity" was the key to this challenge, and Todd was very creative, but I still can't figure out what he used besides the cottonballs. I don't think he should have won, as there wasn't enough "99 cent items used in the room, it should have gone to one of the other designers who really used the items. I loved this challenge using the 99 cent store, as it made the designers go 99 steps beyond the norm. But I don't think the judges based it on their own 99 cent creativity challenge. I can hardly wait for next week's challenge.

Posted by Susi – August 12, 2007 11:31 PM

Todd's head is about to explode!! (This guys ego is out of control) Unless your a "surfer dude" or "ramp junkie" his designs suck! I would never watch this guys show.

Posted by Michelle – August 12, 2007 11:26 PM

I forgot to mention in my previous post that I was disappointed to see Scott go as well. I do believe he is a design talent and would love to have him design in my own home. Hold your head up high Scott. I feel that you are likely more talented and versatile that those that are left. Your wall treatment was the best and your only mistake was overshadowing it with accessories. We all know in real life, that's an easy fix. Best wishes to you in your continued successful design career.

And I know Sparkle Josh will sparkle again. I expect to see you in the finale!

Posted by Elizabeth – August 12, 2007 11:21 PM

Tonight...The judges got too caught up on Todd's artistic ability and not on his design ability - plus, they seem to be forgetting about which designer will be able to talk in front of a camera and hold the attention of their viewers. Besides design ability and creativity, there needs to be a great personality too. Which only leaves one person who fits all of these 'bill's and that's none other than Josh. Sure, some of the other designers are more vocal - which get's the viewers attention on this show - but when the rubber meets the road, that's just not going to make for a top rated design show. Let's just hope that the judges remember the very important ingredients that makes for a hit design show...captivating designs and a captivating personality.

Posted by Destiny – August 12, 2007 11:21 PM

I think you're on to something about the elimination. Although, I have to say, in a sitatuon like that, making the most dramatic statement gets you the most attention. Yes, I loved Josh's room, too (except for the compact mirror art), and I'm not saying more demure was a bad thing, but it wasn't quite as coherent like Will's Zen room. Will's got repetition of small scale items down to a science. A bit more contrast would have gone a long way for Josh. I am so so SO glad we got to see Kim, Christina, and Will shine on their own. This challenge is what they needed to get away from the design bullies. Speaking of whom, what's going to happen when Todd needs to design something that's NOT a skatepark or child's room? I can't see Todd in Grandma's kitchen any more than I can see Will there. And as for Robb.. yeah, he has talent. But his ego WAY overshadows it. I watch HGTV shows because the people on them seem to be having fun. I can't imagine the crew for Robb's show having much fun.

Posted by Karen Momorella – August 12, 2007 11:16 PM

Wow! I am a design professional and this challenge had me in a tizzy! And I am blown away by the talent. Totally awesome, some shockingly great rooms. Sad to see Adrianna go but her room was lacking, UNBELIEVABLE that Scott is gone, I had him pegged as the best designer there. This really changes things from my perspective. I was most impressed by Todd's room. I think everyone is forgetting that the room,in this is challenge, is NOT to be functional! Of course I would never watch a show hosted by Todd or Rob! I am totally rooting for Sparkle Josh!

Posted by Heather – August 12, 2007 11:13 PM

TO: IWATKINS, AS FAR AS YOU SAYING THAT "ROBB WAS ALMOST, DARE I SAY, MICHIEVOUSLY CHARMING" (YOUR QUOTE) IN YOUR BLOG. DID YOU WATCH THE FIRST 15 MINS OF THE SHOW IN THE STORE WHEN HIS BUDDY TODD WAS LOOKING FOR LIGHTS OR SOMETHING & HE WAS HIDING TONS OF THEM UNDER ALL OF HIS OTHER JUNK IN HIS CART. I STILL CAN'T STAND HIM NO MATTER WHAT HE CAN DESIGN. WITH WORK ETHICS LIKE THAT. I WOULD BE AFRAID TO HAVE HIM IN MY HOME FEARING HE MAY STEAL SOMETHING, AFTER SEEING HIM IN FULL SWING IN A 99 CENT STORE. I CAN'T STOMACHE HIM IN ANY, WAY SHAPE OR FORM. HIS ATTITUDE & POOR WORK ETHICS WERE 2ND IN LINE TO NARAJA IN MY OPINION.

Posted by Patrice – August 12, 2007 11:13 PM

My least favorites were Robb's and Christina's. They chose bold colors, which saved them, I think. Christina made a great choice of red and black. Psychologists find that people are drawn to that color combination. It is a favorite of sports teams, kind of a "power" combo.

Posted by DF – August 12, 2007 11:13 PM

OK..so I still think that Todd will win. One-he thinks outside the box which most designers do not, and-Two he looks great without a shirt on.
I think that tonight he showed his creative side and I also think that he will surprise us every show. I can almost guarantee that he can design almost anything!!! Believe it or not I bet he will design a great wedding next week.

The one thing I would criticize about Todd...and Todd if you read these blogs, please take this constructive criticism...he needs to tone down the arrogant/overly masculine attitude. Soften up a bit...I think the hat that you wore during the scene at the table was hilarious...you need more of this fun side of you showcased. You need to make people love your personality as well as your design.

About the other designers, I don't think Robb has a chance because the people who watch this show already pretty much hate him. Also shouldn't he have been penalized for hiding things in the .99 store!!! I mean pleeeeease!!!

I liked all of the rooms, but I didn't really like the paper plate leaves that Kim made. If they had looked less like paper plates, then I would have given her more credit. But I have to admit the table was AWESOME!!! Kudos to you KIM!

Will and Christina your rooms were bold, but ordinary. I guess safe would be a better way to put it. But I have to give it to you, I probably could not have come up with what you did.

Sparkle Josh...I expected more!!! I know that you have more to your designs, I guess you were completely thrown off because of the .99 store thing. BRING IT!!!

As far as eliminating Scott and Adriana I was sad to see them go, but if I had to pick I would have chosen them as well. Not becuase if the whole SW thing, just becase they had some very hard competition.

OK so my wordy and long blog may provoke some blasting, but these are my opinions...

Good luck to all...

Posted by M Rod – August 12, 2007 11:10 PM

o.k, if Josh is cancelled I will stop watching the show, he is so entertaining! Robb should have been cancelled in the first show with the junk car door on the wall, and todd has done nothing to inpress me, how did they pick that stupid wave room, it's not even a usable, with all the furniture crasheds on one side. Todd nor Robb acted like a design star, poor personallity, selfish backstabing attitudes, vern please wake up and let them go! thanks

Posted by Dee-Liteful – August 12, 2007 11:08 PM

I can't believe those judges. What were they thinking. Let's go back for a minute to the first show where the contestants had to design their penthouse. We have a designer who puts a skateboard ramp in the diningroom, then the same designer takes charge over riding the one who was suppose to be in charge. Now tonight he designs a chaotic room and he is the winner. I can;t believe it. He should have been the first to go, he is not a designer. If he was to win I will not watch his show and I am sure there are alot of other people that agree with me. I can't believe they let Adriana go but kept Todd. The judges need to rethink what is good taste.
I thought Christina and Kim did very beautiful rooms. So far they are the only ones I like.
I would not watch Robb's show either. The others I am not sure of.

Posted by Janet – August 12, 2007 11:04 PM

Todds wave room looked like a billboard. Uck!!

Posted by ellen – August 12, 2007 10:55 PM

If only Scott had stopped at Item 100 instead of item 398!! I thought his design was wonderful; just entirely too much of it! A great opportunity blown. I really thought he would make the top 3 and possibly win. As for Todd? I'd like to see him design a traditional, european inspired room with antiques. Give that a fresh twist Toddy and I'll be convinced you are a designer and not just a surfer dude who can paint and use power tools... that being said, I DO, however, appreciate the eye candy. Hide the man's shirts!! Will's and Christina's rooms were excellent and I thought one of them should've been the challenge winner. They were both livable but very fresh and original. Rob annoys me every time his face is on screen. When he opens his mouth, it's worse. His design was pretty cool but honestly the man is too obnoxious to host a store opening, let alone a TV show. Hiding items from the other contestants? Did anyone catch that? If he wins, that is one show I will not be watching. Josh's room... a bit disappointing but I think it's because I have such a high opinion of him. It was at least on par with Rowdy Rob's. Kim...well, I think she did very well tonite, but eventually it will be obvious that she is out of her league. She is creative, definitely, but more on par with Adriana. And if our resident blogger is right about the color thing..... we are in for more bright bold stuff. How sad. A bit of subtlety in design AND colors is certainly more realistic and pleasing to every day folks. Functionality would be nice too. Throw that in once in a while... After all, even if you win, after the show is over, you have to go back and make a living designing spaces where real people live. Just my opinion, of course..

Posted by Maddy – August 12, 2007 10:53 PM

I believed the winner of 2007 would be Scott, and I'm shocked he was voted off. Granted his room had a little too much going on, but his talent was clearly evident. I am puzzled Robb won the challenge. I just don't get him. He hardly does any work and his room looked like a billboard, not even a livable space. Please!!!!What were the judges thinking?

Posted by ellen – August 12, 2007 10:49 PM

I think Scott was really creative with his rug and wall choice. Did he put too much in his room---yes, but I think he is very talented! Much more than Josh (Sparkle). I would have liked to have seen more of Scott's designs!

Posted by Deb – August 12, 2007 10:48 PM

Todd's "High Tide Barrel" was awesome.Lots of imagination. Robb's room showed his creative side...and we were shown his softer side when he complimented others about their rooms, although he needs to tone down the arrogance when the judges compliment him.So glad that Josh is still in. I am concerned about the next episode...shows everyone crying.

Posted by Kathi – August 12, 2007 10:48 PM

Todd's design was superior to the others. I expected to see more WOW from the other designers, since the rooms did not have to be usable.

Posted by Brenda – August 12, 2007 10:47 PM

Hi All,

I absolutely am blown away by the talent and creativity of the designers. No matter what, they all obviously can think out of the box. Who knew that the .99 cent store offered so much in the way of design.

They all rocked, some better than others. Can't wait for next week! I love this show.

Posted by Princess – August 12, 2007 10:45 PM

Is it just me? or did they ALL use the same layout of the rooms? Except Todd, of course. I mean all of them had the sofa on the back wall, coffee table in front, side tables on the sides and everyone used horizontal lines at eye level!!! While I personally didn't care for Todd's space -but then it was strictly an "art piece" I was pretty much bored with the others! I mean, they were nice spaces, some more cluttered than others, but they were all alike! When will we see some real creativity?

Posted by Joan – August 12, 2007 10:45 PM

WELL-Compare these rooms with the first individual rooms last season and its clear this seasons designers are a step up. Sorry to disagree..... but while Todds room was fascinating and beautiful, could any one live in it? It looked like a display window to me! Robbs rm was awesome-to me the best just from a design point of view-but the colors?? Again-was it livable?? Adriana-too mild and not enough focus. Christina-yawn, been there, seen that. Scott- (I still love you) Sorry-it looked like a chic little market. Josh-I thought it was DYNOMITE but the subtle, lovely colors just didnt show on TV. To me there is only one winner-Will! He had it all-drama, balance, great use of texture, dynamic but not slap-down color, and LIVABILITY. Bravo!!

Posted by chris – August 12, 2007 10:45 PM

I agree that it's going too fast... It's hard to see someone shine over a couple of shows. People are human and will make mistakes. I think Todd's room was inventive...but I would not have chosen it as the winner. I actually liked Christina's room the best! I think she went way over the top!!! I also think that Will's room...should have been amongst the top...as well. His room was definitely not average. To me...Robb's was good...but definitely not at the top. Robb's and Will's positions...should have been switched. Nevertheless...the judges have a tough decision every show...

Posted by Teresa – August 12, 2007 10:44 PM

Okay, I 'm surprised, Scott has been cancelled. Did he deserve to go home? I don't think so, but too much is too much. Adriana, I love girl,keep your head up, you are an inspiration to many people.

I must say Robb surprised me. His color were bold and crisp. WOW!! I guess he can do more than talk.

I absolutely hated Todd's SURF mess. I would like to see him design something for someone else. His room was a surf's up and drown mess. Todd's room was the worst of all the designer's. What was he thinking? Would he really live in that room? No.

My money is on Will Smith from Charlotte, NC. He can design any space. I think he should have win this episodes competition. What are you thinking!!!!

Kim, you really showed a little, but basically really safe. I wasn't impressed.

Sparkle Josh, I like him. His time is coming. He will not be eliminated soon, he could prossibly be the next Design Star, watch out for Josh. He has been scared, now he is really ready to shine. He will not go down without a fight.

Christina is sweet, you have to love her. She did a very good job. She certainly step up, way to go.

Posted by Damaris – August 12, 2007 10:43 PM

I'm just watching this show as long as sparkle Josh is still "on the air" ... he is the greatest designer ever ... from his hair ... to his clothes ... to his amazing design talents and he is really cute too !!!

Posted by Dana Faruolo – August 12, 2007 10:42 PM

Does Todd do anything other than beach bum / california? He needs to show versativity

Posted by Ruthie – August 12, 2007 10:41 PM

I certainly hope there are no automobiles involved in next week's wedding challenge, because onoxious Todd will certainly involve himself in some sort of accident. I will be glad when his time is up as I can barely stand to look at him in all of his "naked glory". I loved Josh's room as I have enjoyed everything he has done thru tonight. Maybe the judges should excuse themselves, as it is difficult to know just what they are looking for in each challenge.

Posted by Pat – August 12, 2007 10:41 PM

Tonights show was, um, challenging. Unlike he judges, I really liked the look of Josh's room. Again he showed his creativity with the limitations that he was delt. As for Todd, first of all, he's not a David Bromstad so PLEASE put your shirt back on. No one really wants to see it! And for that room. If it was a painting, I would put it in my basement, under the steps. As a room. WHAT WERE THE JUDGES THINKING??? If that was my house, lawsuit comes to mind. His personality, if you want to call it that, SUCKS!!!! That's one HGTV show I would cancel by switching to watching reruns of Mr. Rogers Neighboorhood YUCK!

Posted by William – August 12, 2007 10:39 PM

Todd and Robb must go! I would never watch a show that they would host. They are arrogant and the style really isn't that great!

Posted by Eric – August 12, 2007 10:38 PM

I'm very sad about Scott leaving. At least he didn't bawl in the elevator as we thought he'd do. He really is a great designer. We know that from the 1st episode. I was pleasantly surprised about Robb's work...who'da thought...? I'm happy about Will, Kim, and Christina's work...very very good indeed! Christina really was a great surprise with those bold colors...her web site showcases her talent. Will is starting to shine...Todd's idea & paint job was highly creative but he is kinda' out there for me...how would he rate design-wise (as Vern hinted) for the average Mr & Mrs John Doe's home? My favorite 2 of the remaining bunch are Josh and Will. Josh has such a great camera presence...very relaxed & personable. REALLY REALLY WANT HIM TO WIN!

Posted by Sandy Tepper – August 12, 2007 10:37 PM

I hate the fact that the designers are being eliminated two at a time. Seriously hate that. What's the hurry? I mean, really?

If they're going to run Design Star once a year, the least they can do is make it last a while for us viewers. Plus, it's fun to see behind-the-scenes footage of people who become friends despite competition.

And if Sparkle Josh doesn't get his own show, there's no justice in the design world.

I'm just sayin'.

Posted by FanGirl – August 12, 2007 10:34 PM

This is a reply to "Stacy". Do you know that anyone can go on to read these including the designers eliminated. these comments are meant to share your opinions about the show and the designers work NOT TO BE RUDE!!! Keep those kind of thoughts to yourself or at least say why you think this designer deserved to go because their all amazing designers and have so much talent that makes the competition so stiff. Personally, i think that adrianna never quite stood out or had her own chance to shine.

Posted by natalie – August 12, 2007 10:31 PM

I think a couple of the Judges should have been eliminated myself. I didn't really get Todd's room at all and was totally shocked that the Judge's thought it was the best! I thought all of the rooms were beautiful with the exception of Todd's. Scott's room was just too much. I hated to see Scott eliminated because I think he is very talented. I thought Josh's room was very soft, calming and beautiful. I loved Christina's room and Will's room and thought one of them should have won the challenge. Does Todd not wear a shirt because he thinks he is so hot or did he just not bring enough clothes with him? The bottom line is the designers really do not know what the Judge's are looking for and that has got to be so hard. And if you can afford a designer, would you really have them shop at the .99 Store. It seemed a bit ridiculous to me. But they all pulled it off wonderfully - with the exception of Todd. Bad call on the Judge's part.

Posted by Sherry – August 12, 2007 10:30 PM

Josh's design was a disappointment. The color palette was sophisticated but the execution looked cheap. Scott should have known better, the paint job was amazing but all that clutter was a mess. I really liked Will's design. He surprised me with his choices. Way to go Will.

Posted by J.B. – August 12, 2007 10:29 PM

We liked Adriana, sorry to see her go. I'm all for sparkle, but Josh is a little much, hope he goes soon.

Posted by Debbie – August 12, 2007 10:29 PM

It was a good show. I loved seeing each designer's ideas developed. I think seeing something done by them individually gives a good idea of what they can do and where they are coming from.

My favorite three were Christina's, Will's and Todd's. I love the colors and some of the inventive elements that Christina and Will used. As far as Todd's - he certainly didn't play it safe. It was incrediably inventive. My daughter sums it up by saying - It looked COOL! I have to agree with Vern though I am curious to see what Todd does with a room that is to be functional also not just artistic.

The two I personally liked least were Kim's and Josh's. I can understand why they sent Scott home. He definately overkilled the space, but I liked his colors. Josh's room just sat there and I don't think it was the color choice, but rather the way it was put together. With Kim's room I liked the table she did, but paper plates on the wall? Ewww!

I think Adriana should have been kept. I love her talent and personality and think she could have made hgtv a good design star. I would have like to see more of her work before deciding.

Next week's show sounds interesting and I am looking forward to seeing it.

Posted by Kerri – August 12, 2007 10:27 PM

i basically agreed with the judges choices for elimination....i was glad to see adriana go but i feel that scott may have been a better designer than todd in the long run. i liked the concept and design of todd's room. however, this is a design contest for living spaces, not a philosophical comment on life. what will happen when he has to design real a real living space?

Posted by ruth – August 12, 2007 10:26 PM

I was impressed with all of the creative use of .99 items!! While Todd's room is definitely NOT my style he followed the dictates that the room show creative design and didn't have to be necessarily funtional. I was kind of worried about Sparkle Josh - he has to get himself back to being upbeat and confident in the skills he clearly has. Good luck to all!!

Posted by Kathleen – August 12, 2007 10:23 PM

I want to see pictures of the room. I missed the show and want to see what great finds are hiding in the 99 cent stores.

Posted by Liana – August 12, 2007 10:23 PM

I am totally bummed that Rob actually did a nice room AND even acted like a human being this week. I was ready for him to go LAST week, Now...wait and see I guess. Sad to see Scott go.
Will and Josh are my favorites, I really like Kim and Christina too. I will be curious to see if Rob and Todd can do real rooms for real people. Time will tell.

Posted by Miwajeka-1 – August 12, 2007 10:22 PM

I cant believe that Todd won with that mess,he should have called it "andrew" as in huricane andrew! Scott's room made much more sense,albiet a bit overdone.I'm willing to bet smug mug Todd won't make it through the next show!

Posted by glenda – August 12, 2007 10:21 PM

I am so upset. Robb should not have been sent home. Yes, he did go a bit overboard, but the room was still beautiful. The judges could have looked beyond that. And Todd should not have won. Is the boy capable of anything serious? I hated that room. Creative yes, but livable no!
He should have been sent home and Will should have won this challenge. I liked Kim and Christina's room. Josh, I am sorry but you can do better than that. That room looked really cheap! It was too homemade looking. I am sorry to see Robb go, but Adriana and Todd should have been the ones packing their bags.

Posted by claudia – August 12, 2007 10:21 PM

Todd rocks!!! A teenager would love this look and they need new ideas. By the way Todd is Hot! The Canton, Georgia girl did the real bulldog thing. Love it!

Posted by Jane – August 12, 2007 10:20 PM

Todd's design was amazing. He deserved to win that challenge. Although, I have to agree with Vern. What will happen when he has to think "off the beach"? If Todd can design beyond the surfboard theme and show some real charisma in front of the camera--he has a chance.
Frankly, Christina and Will's designs didn't impress me. I thought they were mediocre. Robb's room was definitely creative but I think his
self-serving, arrogant attitude will not make him a Design Star.

Kim's a sleeper. Watch out for her. She has some style. I was impressed with her design. Who ever thought paper plates could look so good! It's too close to call.

Christina might change my mind...I've ruled out Will. As a graphic designer, I tend to look at color and movement first. Will's color choices are not calming me--but agitating me. Nothing I hate more than black and citrine green. That's Zen??

By this time last, I already knew David was going to be the winner. I certainly don't know this year. Way too close to call!

Posted by Elizabeth – August 12, 2007 10:20 PM

So glad Sparkle Josh and Will are still in the running!!! If it came down to just the two of them, I would be crushed to see either have to go.Everyone did pretty well tonight, but these are my favorites!

Posted by Lavonna – August 12, 2007 10:20 PM

I can't believe they cancelled Scott's show.
If anyone should have gone it should have been Todd. I can't believe he was chosen as the winner. Please tell me who would give someone their hard earned money to do that to their home.

Posted by Kim – August 12, 2007 10:20 PM

I am so upset. Scott should not have been sent home. Yes, he did go a bit overboard, but the room was still beautiful. The judges could have looked beyond that. And Scott should not have won. Is the boy capable of anything serious? I hated that room. Creative yes, but livable no!
He should have been sent home and Will should have won this challenge. I liked Kim and Christina's room. Josh, I am sorry but you can do better than that. That room looked really cheap! It was too homemade looking. I am sorry to see Scott go, but Adriana and Todd should have been the ones packing their bags.

Posted by claudia – August 12, 2007 10:19 PM

On your analysis, you have to keep in mind that, if these designs were for a home or an apartment, pretty much all of them would've fit in appropiately, being either comfy or bold. Clive was right in calling Rob's "a hospital in Switzerland." How could the judges not have seen that? And Josh to me lost his sparkle tonight because what he did seemed more appropiate for a burlesque show dressing room, and it was neither comfy nor bold. From a designer's point of view, not a decorator's, Scott's worked better. Should he have gone home? I think not. Should Josh? It all comes down to whether the contestants are judged overall for the work accomplished from the first episode, or when they pass or fail a particular challenge. If the latter was the basis for tonight's elimination, Scott got a raw deal,

Posted by Exterminator – August 12, 2007 10:18 PM

personally i really like this show but tonight i didnt agree with the judges. I thought that Adriana's room was very nice and i didnt think that she should have gotten voted off. But i also disagreed with the judges when they showed there love for Todd's room. I think it is was very creative but the rules said that it had to be a funtional room and clearly the only thing in that room functional was the couch and a little table. I dont think that anyone would like to have that room in their house... i know i wouldnt.

Posted by kelsey – August 12, 2007 10:15 PM

I can't even begin to imagine that there would be anyone that would pay a designer to do to a room what Todd did to that room. His attempt to design doesn't fit in to any normal decor. I realize it isn't meant to be normal, but that just leads me back to who would pay anyone to do that to their home.
When it came down to what Josh did to his room and what Adriana did to hers, I truly believe the least desirable would have to be the disco design.
Other than Josh have a little to much in his room, I feel that man is going places and I was sitting on my couch with my mouth open stunned when they said his show was cancelled.

Posted by Kim – August 12, 2007 10:13 PM

This season is going WAY TOO FAST. Last season the suspense went on and on giving each designer a chance to shine. I felt that all the rooms were good and showed true talent. I am not sure that I could have chose a loser. I thaought Christina's room was too predictable, that Josh needs to do a variety of styles, that Scott really should have stopped, etc. But to me the winner was Robb. That was brilliant. He is a bit grating, but a good designer. I am not sure how he can interact with clients. In all, It is just too quick.

Posted by Carolyn Jester – August 12, 2007 10:11 PM

I can honestly say, that I will not look at the .99 cent store the way I used to. I have been shopping there for years, and have never considered it to be a place to shop for home decore.

Posted by Cassandra – August 12, 2007 10:09 PM

I thought Adriana's room was far better in design than Josh's. The producers picked this one - not the designers.

Posted by Norm – August 12, 2007 10:08 PM

There were at least 7 great designs. However there was only one judge...What the heck were they thinking. Todd should have called his design domestic violence!!!

Posted by tizzy – August 12, 2007 10:07 PM

So glad to see Adriana go!

Posted by Stacy – August 12, 2007 10:06 PM