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Christina and Kim were the best talents and the most fun to watch. What is with Todd with his bare chest and gorilla arms? Do HGTV fans really want an immature rapper guy? I think not. The trashy wedding couple had to be faked - no one is that grossly tasteless. They should never have had anyone's fate in their nasty, tacky hands. Sparkle Josh and Christina should be invited back for the next season as they were robbed!

Posted by Soft-spoken Texan – September 17, 2007 10:06 PM

omg -- i CANNOT believe christina got eliminated by these two tacky, redneck, idiots. from what double wide did HGTV drag these two from?? she probably would have given then THE most beautiful wedding ever -- but they were too walmart-brained to realize it. AND, i'm sorry, will is nice, BUT HIS GRAMMER!! i couldn't believe they got rid of sparkle. it was obvious it was only because rob won the challenge (go figure!) and the couple loved that tacky mess. will has repeated vern's compliment (repeating elements in the original challenge) so many times, in so many different ways that do not make sense; "mod-rin elements are always clean," (wad' he say?); mod-rin elements always repeat themself," (they do? how do they do that?). but the best? when rob said will did the least amount of work. will responded with a, "i can't believe you said that -- i done that, i done that and i done that . . .). OH MY GOSH. i honestly felt sorry for him! honestly, i have seen any great "design" on the show -- short of some of what todd has pulled off. replacing appliances (a totally unfair challenge), buying cheap furniture from a one-stop furniture store and putting it on angles (and where did they drag up the "WE'RE BROKE" family? OMG! all will did with bridget's room was paint the furniture, put in a fridge and tv. big deal. again, a nice guy, but the judges knew they had to get rid of him due to his grammer. sparkle should have made it to the end. they chopped him for being a great shopper?? shopping was all that went down on challenge number 3!! i think todd, christina and sparkle should have been the final three (and i'm also wondering if wayne newton has had that guest house torn out yet -- why would you want to get your guest house done on the cheap, in the shortest amount of time you could possibly use?) okay, i can't wait until i get there next year . . .

Posted by sher – September 16, 2007 8:56 PM

I can't believe Design Star let two regular people decide the fate of Christina. Wait...they aren't even regular people. They are tacky and tasteless people. Red and lavender Rock-a-billy! Give me a break. I admire that Christina tried to represent what a normal bride would want. Too bad the bride herself didn't care enough about her own wedding to stand up to her groom-to-be. It should have been "her" day. Please, please HGTV, don't let people with no sense of style and no design credentials be the judge of who stays and who goes. That was so unfair. It was enough to make me want to quit watching the show, but I stayed around to make sure that Will and Kim were not subjected to cruel and unusual punishment as well.

Posted by Kimberly – September 11, 2007 11:26 PM

I think design star always gets rid of the best designers before the end of the show. The judges are very contradicting in their views. They want them to be outgoing and do their own thing and then they tear them apart for that very thing. I agree that this episode was terrible and the wrong people went home, but hey that's nothing new with this show.

Posted by PJ – September 10, 2007 1:17 AM

I'm soooo glad Christina is gone...that fake Southern girly baby-talk made me want to gag everytime she opened her mouth. I just wanted to scream..."this is NOT 'Gone With The Wind' and you're not Melanie." I'm from the South and I guarantee you...real Southern women DON'T talk like that...she was so wishy-washy that even if she had won (God forbid) there's no way she could have carried her own show. She thought her "act" would carry her through to the end, but it backfired on her, and that tacky couple took her down. Yea.

Posted by babyjane – September 7, 2007 1:58 PM

Christina was so whiney and talked like a baby. She didn't act mature and was not a leader. She should have been eliminated on the first show.

Posted by Lana – September 4, 2007 12:06 PM

Ok, I agree the wedding reception request was tacky and contradictory. Rob's design may not have been as classy as Kim's or Will's but you know what...HE SOLD his design better than anyone else. Like him or hate him, the guy has a way of getting you to SEE his vision (even his vision of your vision) and selling it, then pulling it off. He also incoporated everything they wanted and made it work. Would it be the wedding of my dreams?? (No unless I was having a nightmare) but the point is, it was the client's dream reception and in the real world, you are certainly going to run up against people that have more money than taste. You take and do your best to please them while (if you have time) gently leading them toward more tasteful and in the end..convince them that it was ALL their idea so they feel good about your work and are happy with the results. Let's face it no one is going to be happy with results if they feel insulted (like telling them its tacky. That goes for Rob's teammates as well. He lacked some tact at times with the other designers and they in turn took every opportunity to be critical and somewhat petty (the dancing floor????UMM what design didnt have it there? It's a big square room and putting it over to the side would have been tackier). So some of the critic of Rob came off (to me) as more sour grapes, the guy's work is the best of anyone's on the show, he has an amazing energy, he can sell his visions and get the clients as hyped as he is (this is an amazing quality) and he can manage a crew and get it done. Also, (again like him or not) when Will brought the casino chips to his attention, he went about fixing it. He didn't whine because Will pointed out a mistake (As Kim does whine often as in the Wayne Newton Episode), but he set out to fix the problem with Will's help. That again is a mark of a good designer. He does LISTEN....and then makes adjustments.

Yes, Todd is entertaining for a little while, but I can't see him carrying a show because he also get's boring. Okay one tumble across the floor and off the table cute, but by the 20th time I was beginning to wonder is he on a design show or auditioning for the circus? It just get's old. Kawabunga dude, full throttle also just doesnt get it for the long term. Im not a big fan of Bill and Ted's excellent Adventure so this isn't an appealing personality to me to begin with. Also, you have to loo at these people beyond the show and the supporting cast (the other designers). It's different when they are on their own. You don't have that competition vibe going for you any longer and have to be able to carry the show. I don't see either of the three having that ability. Sweet and softspoken is nice to watch for a little while but again it gets old. Same as with Extreme Makeover, great for a little while but then it gets to overpowering, to much the same every week.

As for the "soap feel" well whats wrong with that? I don't think Rob has the greatest personality in the world, then again I never thought Doug Wilson did either on Trading Spaces, but..he was watchable. Rob has that as well. Please before you start screaming hear me out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I do have reasons, 10 of them :)

1. Rob, was consistently the best at designing. Thats not to say that I didnt enjoy other designs, like WIll's bedroom in the condo they shared, or Sparkle Josh's dining room. I did and they were beautiful, but for consistency it was Rob over and over.

2. Even people that don't like he has that appeal of watching just to see him get his just desserts, like a client that hated his work and brings him down. Who wouldnt love to see that and get a good laugh.

3. The boy with a team, the interactions, the confrontations (and not fakey ones like on Trading Spaces) and compromises.

4. He has so much room for personal growth. That would be amazing to watch as he has to deal with clients disappointments, a crew that he has to face week after week and get them on board. This is such a great undercurrent to any show.

5. He's not so over the top nasty as to be unlikeable. He always has that small smile going, he's cute. He is human, he can and does cry. So theres an emotional element.

6. Combined with the above 5 reasons the boy has amazing design ability, and that ability to sell his design. Not cram it down your throat, or my way or no way..but that energy of his is contagious.

7. He has vision. As for the Wayne Newton episode, Kim said he was a decorator not a designer. A nasty snide comment that in my opinion was let slide by as she was giving a pass for her part in that fiasco and he was giving total blame. (No, she did not handle it gracefully at all, but fueled it and often started it.) That's so off the wall. This guy looked at that GodAwful kitchen and saw wine cooling racks, in that rock...now...that alone impressed me as I saw a big hole that maybe you cuold shove an oven into to hide it. And the shelfs..Amazing. Kim's part the table area....Umm how many more black tables and chairs can one use. When the designs are repeated over and over, and the same colors used, same type furniture, it gets boring. Also that table just didnt work in that space. It just stood out in not in a good way. The mirrors on the wall yes, for me that worked. Kim has never done a kitchen successfully, and the one on the show was left unfinished. In her shows I would have sighed with relief that my partner was an expert at kitchens. Acknowledge your shortcomings (another plus) and take the opportunity to learn, and give your input, and show your value (break out) in another area (the dining area and back to that little black table). As smart designer..would use his expertise and his vision...then go beyond it..SELL him on a better version. You aren't in combat and if you have people skills yourself you can take Rob and SELL him on YOUR vision as well, or feed off his enthusaism (see Will/Todd on that show) and go with it then incoporate your ideas as well...Like a cold, catch it then share it. Rob can be dealt with worked with RE: Will and the poker chips..but being confrontational isnt the way. YOu put someone's back up (Kim...people skills are important not just with people you like more so with people you dont, or have a prolem with) and they are going to dig their heels in. Talk to them like a reasonable person and they are likely to respond the same way. Then you work things out.

7. Rob has the energy, the creativity, the watchability for long term. He is enough of a personality (eccentric) to be able to carry a show. And even those of you that dont like him personally have to admit as a designer the guy is top notch. Sparkle Josh seemed to have it, and he is likealbe, he also could carry a show (thats also important) but his designs because all flash and glitter to bad he didnt just stick with the cool classy work he did at the beginning (the dining room) because that flash and sparkle over and over gets old and its to over the top. There are other ways to make a room sparkle than with glitter shiny paper and stuff all the time.

8. The potential is here for a great show later on..after Rob has learned some real life lesssons to pair him with Kim ( a special guest) and see how much things have changed. Also to pair him with Will (again a special guest), and oh the ultimate to pair him with Vern. Send him to do a room in Will's house make him (make amends) and please this guy. Or..a special guest (one of the others) and they both design a room in a home..and the homeowner or VERN (wihtout knowing which did which room..choses the best)...

9. Of all the contestents, ROB is the one that captured peoples attention, good or bad. Read the blog over and over and over more comments about him than any other. He does pop out.

10.There are so many possiblities with Rob that is just missing with the others. Remember this is TV at the end of the day they have to be watchable, and be able to carry a show as well as be a designer. They to be able to hold our interest and by the post's Im reading Rob had our interest and attention (good or bad). I can't think of anyone I would rather watch interact with people (and learn from that) than Rob. I think we missed an opportunity to see a truly amazing show-design wise as well as human interest wise....

So I'll watch the last episode, but not vote. As I know that neither Todd or Kim really capture my imagination, or are watchable to me outside a competition setting.

Posted by Kate – September 3, 2007 7:51 PM

Robb finally gone! Honestly I felt he should have been eliminated 1st!

Posted by youwho3 – September 2, 2007 12:00 AM

I am so glad that Rob is gone. He was a big JERK! I changed the channel everytime he began to talk. I wish he had gone earlier based on the fact that he has no people skills or class. I think some were let go to early and would have been more of a challenge in the end. Will is good but common. Todd is creative but how useful...guess it would depend on teh type of show. I can imagine he would do a great outdoor show which would be nice as the ones now are quite boring. Kim she has good ideas but just does not make me want to TIVO her. I guess it will be Todd and we will have to hope for a great outdoor show! Perhaps they can make a duo show. I think wiht a partner Will would have a great show. This needs to be design and decorate not one of ther other. Creativity is a must and the ability to get the idea across and teach it in a 30 min show is a must. Vern and Ladies get on the ball! Why did you let Kristin and Josh go...they were let go too soon. Rob should have gone in the beginning!

Posted by Michelle – August 31, 2007 10:24 PM

It is just incredible that the fate of two good designers was decided by a couple whose taste makes the Beverly Hillbillies look sophisticated. Both Josh and Christina are much better designers than Robb who has the added negative of being disagreeable and unlikeable. I would never watch a show he hosted. Never!

Posted by Joyce – August 31, 2007 9:47 PM

Three words... HIT THE FLOOR!
That's what this episode should be called because it looked like a tacky crafts store exploded in that room!!! Hey Robb where are the beer kegs dude!

Posted by Kathie – August 30, 2007 2:58 PM

I am not loving this season much either. It really seems to have become more of a "soap" than about design. I also don't like all the team design challenges. Individual assignments let us see their unique design sense. Hands down, Christina was the "easiest" to watch - the camera loves her! Hope she ends up with some "Alice" type spots somewhere. I'm also not wanting to see another "shirtless" Design Star - we already have David! Kim is my pick!

I always catch David's show. The episode about his Dad was so sweet. And of course, I LOVE Clive!

Posted by Holleyberry – August 30, 2007 2:32 PM

Two cents from a Design Star newbie:
I happened to catch the Design Star marathon yesterday but had to turn it off just as episode 5 was starting. I didn't watch the first season, so I can't speak to how different it is this season.
I thought the show was entertaining. I appreciated the fact that they didn't drag out the eliminations. I thought Robb was a jerk and Josh didn't deserve to go before Robb did but I also don't think Josh had the best designs in the episodes I saw. I thought Christina's dismissal was sad but it was a client-driven design and she disregarded the overall wishes of the couple and tried to pass it off with the "me being a girl, I focused on the princess side of it." Although I get that many designers have to work in team situations, what I saw was a little too heavy on the "team" side of things for a show that is supposed to be based on one person being able to carry his or her own show. I also thought, for the same reason, that the individual challenge rooms were a little silly, since they went into it with the instruction that the room didn't have to be functional, that it was solely about design. Unless you're planning on concept work only, what's the point of practicing design that is functional only?
A lot of people are complaining about the designers having to incorporate "tacky." I appreciated that because it made it seem more real, like they're actually having to think about using their talent to do the best they can and please the client at the same time, even when some of the things they request do feel "tacky." I guess I see it as trying their hardest to meet the client's wishes but pull it as far out of the trailer park as possible. Until they get to the level of a Nate Berkus or a Vern Yip, where people do let them do whatever they want (for good or bad), they can't just run wild. So I think what I saw yesterday was great as far as showing that these people are not design stars yet; what they do still has to be driven by what their clients want.
I was sad that I missed episode 5 but glad to see that Robb got the boot. All in all, I'd watch it again, although I doubt I'd watch an entire show hosted by any of the designers featured. None of them have a personality that really draws me in.

Posted by RedPenGirl – August 29, 2007 1:11 PM

This was a ridiculous waste of TV time. I've been in the wedding industry for many years, as a designer of wedding gowns, ceremony and reception planner, florist, photographer ---- The "interview" with the couple was worthless. There wasn't ample time for the design team to ask questions. Many important aspects were NOT discussed. The results were horrible - what a mess. There ARE ways to combine Black Red and Purple. I felt sorry for the design team, and the resulting mess was the best they could have accomplished with the poor information.

Posted by BJ Johnson – August 27, 2007 3:34 PM

You said, "Todd was the one to bring up the fact that the GIRL had been dreaming of this day since she was two and that it was "HER DAY." "

And yet Todd incorporated NONE of her requests in his design! He totally designed for the groom. Christina totally designed for the bride and got eliminated for it.

Despite his criticism that Robb should not have put the dance floor in the center, Todd also put the dance floor in the center of his plan. I think they all had the dance floor in the center. But, who could tell the way all their presentations were chopped up.

I wish we could see everyone's plan on the website so we can judge for ourselves. I would like to see Will's design. I think Kim's was probably the most tasteful with the lavendar cards behind the head table.

I hated this challenge. As I have just about every challenge. It is somehow appropo that Robb was the one selected for the tacky wedding reception. The cherry on top was his disrepecting Will. The short man is not short on nerve. Too bad he was not eliminated for having the winning design.

Posted by Simonesa – August 27, 2007 2:20 PM

Last year's shoe was tremendous, this year's show is a big disappointment. Thank heavens Rob is gone - he treated Kim like an inferior human being and since he also treated Will the same way I seem to see a pattern. He needed to be booted off at the very beginning - he has the personality of someone I wouldn't want to deal with at all, to say the least. I feel that we will see Kim and Todd as the finalists, that is not to say that Will is not as talented, he unfortunately does not have the zip that is needed to host a show. I liked David's presentations last year but I truly can't say that I can get into his show now that he is on the air - we need a show that is geared to the NORMAL homeowner, the one who doesn't have a big house, unlimited resources and who would like just to have a redo that anyone could adapt in their own home. HGTV are you listening?? How about those of us who are seniors, not empty nesters and live in homes that are not big, grand and over the top - I like my modular but it could use some help to fit everything and everyone in it with comfort - want that challenge? Next year MAYBE the show, if it returns, will be geared to design and not personalities of the contestants, I am tired of the soap opera antics that we have had to see this year. I agree that the people they chose for the reception "do" were rather tacky, but at least they were closer to normal than some I have seen! I also am wondering if the judges have the opportunity to see all the back bitting that has gone on in this session - now that Rob is gone maybe we will have normal conversations and not degrading ones that we had to watch with his presence. And I liked that turntable that Todd did in the living room - what a way to solve the "what to look at" problem! It has taken me till this installemnt to think that MAYBE there is actually a Design Star in this mix - too bad it had to take this long to find that "something" - should have been there from the beginning and it wasn't - hopefully all 3 that are still here will pull it out in the end so that they all have the fair opportunity to show their "stuff".

Posted by TexasLady – August 27, 2007 12:52 AM

“Gosh, I'm proud of the final three participants. They have all handle each challenge well.”

I was very impressed with Kim. It was as though she decided that if she couldn't win the design challenge, she would win the "Rob Challenge" with simple diplomacy. “Clipping your own wings?! Did he have a premonition? “

Will show great talent but he may want to solicit the help of an acting or vocal coach to bring it all together. Elocution dude. Elocution.

Todd...”Mr. Midas, you rock! Need I say more?”

Josh...Go make money honey. This was no lose for you. This was advertisement!

Farewell Rob. Take thes a few parting wordswith you:

The ability to design is marked by ones ability to see the beauty of all things.. not excluding the beauty of partnering. Partnering allows you to see through your partner’s eye. To share another’s vision is to expand upon your own. Otherwise, it’s like going through life with your eyes closed. Hope you like being alone guy, because you’re creating your very own vacuum.

The judges face some tough decisions. Having found myself agreeing with every decision they've made. However, confident in my own belief, these finalist are going places, becoming stars in their own rite.

Posted by Edina Greene – August 27, 2007 12:41 AM

I can't believe the Design Star show let Billy-Bob and Betty-Boop (Las Vegas Rockabilly Wedding couple) decide the fate of Christina. She is so sweet, charasmatic and talented in a very simple, clean, traditional design style; which I really liked and would have tuned-in for. Big mistake! For future episodes and seasons, you should seriously re-think allowing anyone but the qualified judges decide a contestants fate. She should never have been canceled.

Posted by Susan – August 26, 2007 11:13 PM

I think you all got it wrong. No Christina should not have gone over the couples wants of a terrible design. Robb won because he listened to the couple even though he didn't like what he had to design. I cant stand men who cry constantly on screen. So Sorry Scott and glitter Josh had to go suprising they didn't cry when they were let go when they should have. Kim Stinks - she is just as combative as Robb. Sorry guys I like Robb. I think he is the most creative and talented but I will agree I don't think he should host a show if he cant get along with others. But Kim is just as bad. They let the one that has the most hosting abilities (and she has talent) go . -Christine. Todd's designs are all too the same. Will is the weakest link. Robb rocks but hosting his own show may not be his thing. Love to see more of him and his designs

Posted by Margie – August 26, 2007 10:19 PM

DESIGN STAR:

Your show would have been canceled in my household) if Robb hadn't gotten the ax tonight.

Perhaps any producer who decided to locate the show in the city of no taste in the first place should have have have been vetoed from day one

Posted by DeDe – August 26, 2007 10:02 PM

PLEASE HGTV, PLEASE GOD NOT ROBBBBB. I'VE BEEN AN ACTIVE PARTICIPANT OF HGTV FOR YEARS. I WATCH HGTV NIGHT AND DAY AND I SPEND TIME ON THE HGTV WEB PAGE,BUT OH MY GOD IF THAT PSYCHOPATHIC PERSONALITY BECOMES A HOST I'LL NEVER WATCH HGTV AGAIN. THAT YOUNG MAN NEEDS SERIOUS HELP!!! THIS IS NOT A SOAP!!!!!

Posted by Yvonne – August 26, 2007 9:30 PM

I think the whole challenge was ridiculous. The show is called the next Design Star, not the next Event Planner. And to have such a talented individual like Christina to be eliminated by two people with such obvious design deficiencies, is horrifying. If there ever needed to be a do over in reality t.v. it is this episode. Shame on HGTV for this appalling decision.

Posted by Christine – August 26, 2007 9:04 PM

I won't watch a show with Robb either. I also don't watch David's show. Unless next season's DS is revamped, I won't watch that either. Very disappointed in this season's offering and hope that HGTV reads the messageboards and takes a few hints from posters there on what we are looking for in terms of competition, competitors and elimination processing.

Posted by Rete648 – August 26, 2007 8:05 PM

Will Needs to go. He's a plodder without imagination.

Posted by mauimarilyn – August 26, 2007 6:39 PM

I made an error when I wrote before....I like Sparkle Josh and I miss Scott....They shoudl both still be in the show.....I am ok with Christina being eliminated because she did not really listen to the groom....I think she thought that the groom would give in to the bride's taste and that he would let the bride go with what she wanted.....but Christina was so wrong....the couple did have lousy taste and it is too bad that HGTV selected them for the wedding, but I guess sometimes th eclient does have losuty taste and the designer has to work with it and please th eclient anyway....otherwise the designer won't make much of a living when he is starting out......and once again, please get rid of Rob,....he looks tacky withthose cheap hats and he is not much of a designer.....that 99 cents room he did was not much.....I don't know why Vern thought it was so great...

Posted by ajspirit – August 26, 2007 6:17 PM

I agree with the last blogger - if Rob wins, I won't watch. He is nasty and egotistical. And I agree regarding Josh. He should not have been eliminated. But since he would not win, it almost does nto matter when he left. I think the judges have been clear that they favor Rob and Todd. I would watch if Kim or Todd won. I don't think the judges will let Will win. He is not the 'type' who would be given a show on HGTV unfortunately....and when he said that he 'done' the work int he wedding challenge, I knew they would not select him to win.....I hope the finals include Kim and I hope Rob is botted off tonight...please, I pray he is gone soon.....and best wishes to Josh; he was wonderful to watch and he was kind, likeable and had a great design sense.....and I liked his Santa Barbara room!

Posted by ajspirit – August 26, 2007 6:01 PM

Oh, HVTG, this seasons's "Design Star" is TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE! Not all designers should have to be competent in the building trades or have to accommodate tackiness to please clients. (Remember Vern's comment in the kitchen challenge--give them the best of what you think they want?) The wedding challenge shouldn't have been shown on HGTV; surely there were other engaged couples in Vegaswho exhibited better taste. The only 2 designers' shows that I would have watched, as I do David's every time it's on, were Scott and Sparkle Josh.

Posted by Betty – August 26, 2007 4:44 PM

Only one short comment. Robb needs to go. He may have some "talent", but if he had his own show I would not be watching.

Posted by George – August 26, 2007 4:03 PM

I too am extremely disappointed with this season's Design Star.... I almost don't want to finish watching it after waitinv forever for it to come back on....First of all, the weekly double eliminations are worrisome. It makes the show go faster, but in this case, it is greatly appreciated because the show sucks this season. Secondly, the fact that Christina (who was my personal vote for your next Design Star) was eliminated for not being able to satisfy the tacky design wishes of this couple is insane. the couple that they were designing for had absolutely no taste and may have well gotten married in a trailer park.... Remember the next DESIGN STAR has to be someone that has talent BUT is also watchable... Christine was the one. I will NOT watch a show with Robb or Todd (although Todd will probably be the winner and have some type of EXTREME MAKE-OVER show (think the tidal wave theme) but that is not something that will be appealing to the majority of the HGTV viewers... Will has great taste, but is a little too country to be a Design Star...remember, the host must be WATCHABLE... Kim is the only one that I would be able to tolerate to watch... BUT AGAIN, CHRISTINA WAS THE ONE... outstanding taste and had the type of persona that would be enjoyable to watch on television...

Posted by Monica Levitt – August 26, 2007 1:21 PM

If you are reading the comments and listening to your audiance then you should see that this season is NOT living up to it's potential. I'm a devoted HGTV watcher and right now I'm really disappointed in this seaon. Robb is NOT someone I would watch. Please go back to the true DESIGN portion. If I wanted to watch a show where the focus was on the interaction of the contestants I would watch the reality shows on other channels. Please look at what made the first season such a success and make the changes for this season. Right now I'm really sad on where the show has gone. Please consider your audiance and what we would like to see for the next Design Star. The only ones left that would do a show I would watch are Kim or Todd.

Posted by Dawn – August 26, 2007 10:31 AM

This years show is such a disappiontment.Too many team challenges and too many double elminations.I really don't care about any of the designers.This is due to the fact that we really haven't seen much of their own styles.I want to see them design different types of rooms ,yards,offices,something.Your elimanting the designers so fast we cannot really get to know them.What happen to performing to the camera and introducing their designs (rooms).This years season is a flop.To think I was looking forward to this show all year.

Posted by jmo – August 26, 2007 2:05 AM

The wedding couple set it up!! What they were describing to the designers was tacky! They were no help at all when the designers asked questions. Their "you're the designer, you figure it out" attiude was horrible and very rude! (Hey, wait a minute, was that a real wedding or were we set up?) Maybe they really didn't realize that tacky is what they would be getting. That's what they wanted, that's what Robb designed, and THEY approved!! I may not like Robb, but I can't fault him for coming up with a design that they wanted. The couple picked him. There were moments in that episode where I thought maybe this would be the turning point for Robb's personality. Didn't quite happen. I'm really hoping that the two in final will be Will and Kim!! I miss you Josh!!

Posted by Eileen – August 25, 2007 11:39 PM

I disagree with some statements made during the judging portion.
1) Will was definitely seen to be a hard worker
and definitely did everything that was asked of him. He even volunteered a suggestion to save
Robb, when the actual items that Robb brought differed from what he presented. He was NOT a
"weak link."
2) Kim stated that Robb had leadership. I strongly disagree. In the military and in business, A TRUE LEADER INSPIRES OTHERS TO WANT TO FOLLOW, OUT OF RESPECT and not out of fear of a tantrum of verbal abuse. LEADERS ARE ADMIRED. An example of a business leader would be the man in the movie, "The Pursuit of Happyness." In real life, his employees just can't say enough good about him. Some even said that they would have been willing to work for him for free. They ENJOY working for him and are genuinely desire to very hard for the company. In the military, leaders are held to the HIGHEST standards. "An officer and a GENTLEMAN." Robb is NO leader. Look at the blogs. Look at how many are saying that they find Robb's personality style to be so offensive.
3) Josh was definitely asked to SHOP and DID WHAT WAS ASKED TO DO. He was also seen lifting heavy things and doing physical work on this show and removing old paneling in the kitchen competition. It really is unfair to depict him as only a shopper. Look at this website.
4) It was unfair to remove Josh for work done on
one prior competition, when that was not done to
Robb, whose work on the very first episode was
just about the very worst. He also "fauxed to death" in the kitchen competition, yet he still remains in the competition after being on the chopping block twice.

Posted by Eddie – August 25, 2007 11:12 PM

It saddens me greatly to see this 'design star' show abandon style and class for the sake of sensationalism and ratings. Designers are supposed to be professional and keep their clients on track so that they DO NOT create a tacky space. Why didn't this TV show stick to this principle?

The minds of children everywhere are now impressed that achieving true design star status means only that you spoil your clients' cheesy taste and do so on the biggest day of their lives, a day that cannot be changed...unlike a living room or bedroom. I don't have to excel at design at all.

Christina stayed true to her profession, understood the importance of the event, heard what the bride wanted [it was her day, not the groom's], and stuck to her Southern, classy roots. For this, she was sent home. Big mistake HGTV !!

Obviously this wedding couple wanted tacky and for that they didn't need a designer in the first place. Even the colors they chose did not follow the basics of good design and all 3 judges made faces when those colors were announced.

Whoever came up with this challenge strayed from what TV should be emphasizing with our young people and the very definition of what a "design star" should be. Shame on you, HGTV!!! Don't ever give the power of elimination to anyone with such louzy taste ever again because they can't be entrusted to know what it takes to be a true design TV star. All of American lost because you did!!!

Posted by C.A.T. in Ellijay GA – August 25, 2007 9:16 PM

I join the hue and cry here about losing Josh and keeping the talent-free jackass, Robb. I didn't like Josh's silly over-the-top design aesthetic, but at least he has one. Besides, he is a gentleman. And we get to keep seeing Robb?! No taste (any episode), weak skills (remember episode 1), bad judgment (hehehe "Tuscan"?!), and intolerable manners to boot. David Bromstad must be cringing at any possibility that this Robb creep might get the same reward. What were the judges thinking? Vern, get a grip.

Posted by whataretheythinking – August 25, 2007 8:42 PM

Someone mentioned how surprised/impressed they were that Todd was sensitive to the fact that a wedding is a day a bride has been "dreaming about" since she was 2...well was that sensitivity or was he just trying to sabatage his competition? His design spoke only to the groom...not even a sprig of lavender thrown in for the clueless (& class-free) bride. Poor Christina took that to heart & ran with it, although I agree that she needed to go for not listening to her clients disgusting ideas, as up until the point where she was eliminated this competition was about presentation & she failed. Plus her wedding design looked pretty run of the mill anyway. Speaking of sabotage, on the individual challenge with Scott-he asked if there was too much in his room & nobody advised him to tone it down, most likely because his room was one of the best. The others all did copycat David Bromstad-esque graphic minimalist designs because that's what "America's Favorite(?) Designer" Vern likes! So think about it-is Robb the only jerk left after all? Definitely want to see more individual challenges HGTV. Loved Scott's design talent & Sparkle's personality. Both sweet guys. Not lovin' the leftovers.

Posted by floridamom – August 25, 2007 7:56 PM

HGTV could have searched the world over and never found a couple with more tacky taste than the ones they picked. I was furious that Christina was eliminated by 2 people with ZERO class. Christina should be brought back and given another chance. I would never watch a show with hateful Robb as host nor the childish Todd for that matter.

Posted by Paula H. – August 25, 2007 7:42 PM

The actual winner of this year's Design Star was the first one eliminated from the competition (Lisa). Insanity has ensued subsequently and she has not had to endure it.

Posted by L Kay – August 25, 2007 4:05 PM

Like many of you, I've never written a blog before and even got this on the wrong episode at first. But I must say that as much as I dislike Robb and his attitude, he did pay attention to what his "clients" wanted. A good designer must always listen to the wishes of the people he is working for. That being said, the design was horrible and most of us disliked it immensely.

I do agree this year's format places way too much emphasis on team design and competition. We really need to see what each individual can design and carry out. I hope the producers take that into account if there is to be a Season Three.

Posted by Virginia – August 25, 2007 3:21 PM

HGTV really lost when they let that cheesy couple decide who was talented, I mean what on earth do they know.... if you want "cheesy", then Robb is your guy, Mr no personality, and when you lost Christina, you lost. I won't watch any tv show with Todd or Cheesy Robb!
I loved the Food Network show with the eliminations and all, and thought this would be of the same standards, which it is not!!!!
Too bad you lost the truly talented one! Where on earth did you get that couple??? Somewhere from the sticks that's for sure!

Posted by Debbie – August 25, 2007 1:53 PM

I have read with interest all the comments about episode four. It seems that the judges have an agenda this year, rather than letting all the contestants show their stuff. I think a show with Sparkle and Will would be a hit. When the final voting comes, I will vote AGAINST Robb if he is one of the contestants left standing. This show is so special to me. Sparkle, I am soooo sorry you are gone. I hope this will not end up being another trashy reality show. I don't think the nasty, obnoxious, unkind route is a good one for "Design Star".

Posted by margaret – August 25, 2007 1:39 PM

I have to agree with many others that I am very disappointed in this year's show. As someone has mentioned, it is moving way too fast and I don't think we are really seeing each contestant's true talent. I'm disappointed in most of the designs and the judges are giving them great reviews. I think HGTV is trying to make Todd this year's "David" and he so is not. Yes, he's svelt and full of energy but he does not have the true artistic talent David has. David is full of energy but also mature and has the ability to change his design style to fit the situation. All I see from Todd is an extreme sports style and that does not fit into everyday style. Robb... well he may have talent but his personality is horrible. I don't think he would be a good representation of HGTV. I'd like to see more of what Kim has to offer but with this week's challenge being another team challenge I'm afraid that Robb's bully personality will send her home. And that would be very unfair. Sorry to say HGTV but this year you have really lost quality in the show.

Posted by Andrea – August 25, 2007 11:33 AM

To SMJ and everyone...Hi! I promise, promise, promise I have posted every, single post up to this moment! All I can say is remember...if you write under the "Episode 4" blog, that is where your comment will post; if you write under the "Josh has heard your cries" blog, that is where your comment will post, etc... Other than that, there are some comments that are rejected because of incorrectly entering the "secret code at the end of their post." There is nothing I can do about that.

I love all of your comments! I post them as often and as quickly as I can! But, alas, sometimes I HAVE to sleep! :o) And, sometimes I HAVE to get off of the computer and be a mommy! :o) So...please be patient with me! I will get to you, I PROMISE!!!

Love you, you Super Fabulous Fans! Yea! Tomorrow is SUNDAY!!! lwatkins

Posted by lwatkins – August 25, 2007 10:40 AM

I agree with most who feel that there really isn't any one talent who stands out.

Alice and Dave were truly stars. Not only were they both kind, genuine, and professional; they were extremely talented. And it showed!

This group of people, not so much.

The only talent is Todd, and that is from an artistic point of view, not a design point of view.

As far as the judges are concerned. It seems pretty apparent that we are only seeing snipets of the whole conversation and debating going on between the three of them.

We see the show as taped and I'm sure they see a more detailed version of the taping. Which means that we are limited to what knowledge they have and base their opinions on.

I would love to be a fly on the wall to see and hear the whole story. Wouldn't that make intersting conversation?!?!?!

Either way, I wouldn't want to be in their shoes. As Vern said on this last episode, there is a whole new show this person may win and they really have to make the best decision they collectively can because there is a lot at stake.

With this group of people and no one true designer standing out, let alone someone who is professional, courteous and personable enough to host a show, this is going to be a tough decision.

The only one, so far, that I've seen a tad of professionalism in is Kim and Will. But the talent is not something outstanding.

I truly think we are all going to be surprised at who the winner is, if there really is one.

The harder challenges are coming. Let's hope we see one of them step up to the plate and really shine.

Posted by KATS CRADDLE – August 25, 2007 10:36 AM

I, too, sent in a blog - my very first - about the unfair elimination of Sparkle Josh and Christina but have yet to see it posted. I wonder how many others out there feel the same way and there blogs did not get posted either? So, HGTV.....it seems Sparkle Josh and Christina have even more support than the blog is documenting! If you want to keep your audience, I suggest you bring back Sparkle Josh and Christina in some way ~ to either this show or another show.

Posted by smj – August 25, 2007 9:33 AM

I am so very disappointed in this years show. Where did HGTV gurus decide to let a casino couple decide who had talent. Christina's problem was that she went with the wishes of the bride and not the grooms. She did have talent and the vegas couple decided her fate. That is America's loss. I have unsubscribed to the fantasy game and will not watch the show any more. This really stinks..the cast of jokes.

Posted by FBaggett – August 25, 2007 9:31 AM

Design Star? This show is neither! This show is a travesty, a mockery of the very meaning of design. Where is the star? He's gone now, so what is the point? Allowing that tasteless young couple to cut Christina was flat wrong. It just broke my heart when Christina said she felt like a failure. NO NO NO-HGTV IS THE FAILURE HERE! I cannot make sense out of this. The rules are warped and flaky-no tact-no taste-no realism-no practicality-no chance to see these folks design something in a REAL WORLD SITUATION. This show is an insult to all the contestants. Who is running this show? I give up.

Posted by Rio – August 25, 2007 1:44 AM

HGTV actually faked Clive's comment to Will at the end of Episode 4. I checked my tape of the episode from Sunday, and I was shocked that Mike C.'s earlier post alerting us to the dub over is clearly on target.

Why has HGTV faked a statement on what is supposed to be reality TV? What did Clive really say to Will, and why has HGTV gone to lengths to cover it up?

My guess is that the real comment shows that the judges chose to accept Robb's lie that Will was the weak link. Further, the judges used Robb's lie as a basis for their decisions. As many viewers have pointed out, Robb probably lied:

1) because Will is his strongest competition, and
2) because Robb is likely a racist, as his ongoing abnormally rude behavior suggests.

Will the judges really be able to judge Will fairly for the next 2 competitions, or will Robb's lie plant the seed of doubt that knocks Will from the competition because of his skin color and abilities?

If HGTV judges have in any way used the words of a competitor and worse a racist to judge Will HGTV IS PERPETUATING RACISM THROUGH DESIGN STAR. That's reality.

Posted by kayth--against HGTV Racism – August 25, 2007 12:27 AM

Last year's show was pretty good, but this year they have moved so fast that you don't get a chance to see the talent. The wedding show was horrible. To have Christina eliminated by the couple instead of the judges makes me angry. Where are the individual challenges? You don't even have an opportunity to see how someone will appear on TV or gain a real sense of their style. Why another team challenge next week? The Food Network did a MUCH better job. I have no idea what kind of show these contestants would do. Go Kim and Will!

Posted by Disappointed – August 24, 2007 11:23 PM

Just want to get my two cents in! This week's show was a sham! No one should have gone home...Christina and Josh were eliminated not because of bad design but because they had good taste!!!!

The judges did not chose their fate but allowed individuals with no class or taste make the decision...

Posted by sararose – August 24, 2007 11:12 PM

I was relieved Christina was eliminated. She got on my nerves. As for Rob, I have no interest in watching him; his designs are terrible, he has no class and he's obnoxious. Todd, he's like a two year old trapped in a 30 year old body-running around, jumping on furniture. Very immature. Of the final four, I like Will the best. I'd still like to see more of Kim's designs but at this point, I am not sure I know what her style is about.

This season of Design Star is extremely disappointing. And I can't believe Vern didn't have more to say about the nasty design of the reception. Is that really the best that a designer could do?

Posted by Sue – August 24, 2007 9:28 PM

You got rid of the wrong person. Robb should have been axed. Christine should have been given another chance but, you were right, she didn't hit the mark on the wedding...I don't know what she was thinking?? Unless Robb changes his attitude, I wouln't watch his show. By the way, the decorating challenges this time are way to far out there. Choose something we can all relate to and enjoy----Dollar store decorating--where did that come from??? Las Vegas wedding --yuck!!! Give us something we can see and use.

Posted by Marge Beardslee – August 24, 2007 5:29 PM

It's me again HGTV. I was so in hopes when I tun ed in on the blogs you would announce that Sparkle Josh was back. Come on folks what's wrong with you? You can get him back if you just want to. Look at all the blogs who are begging you to re-consider. Please, please, please. Admit you made a mistake. After all we are the watchers.

Posted by edna wilson – August 24, 2007 3:21 PM

It has been interesting to read the blog here. It seems that most blogger here are leaning towards the femininity within design and vilifying what is masculine. So far I have agreed with the judges. All the nice people that have gone home are gone for a reason. If we end up with an energetic, artful, and talented Todd for the next show, it will be hip and different from all the usual design fluff that is being perfumed into our living rooms. Give me modern. Give me minimal. Give me well built and clean. And give it to me all with some energy and excitement. Don’t bore me into changing the channel or going to bed. If it were not for the energy and unexpected antics Todd brings to the show, I would be reading a magazine in bed. I don't want to see another rehashed, overly processed, estrogen filled design show! I want clean counters, steel, and wood. Industrial. Dwell. Modern. Deco. No sparkles please. There are plenty of shows for my wife and daughter already.

Posted by Paul – August 24, 2007 1:37 PM

is anyone else getting an error trying to watch the Exclusive Episode Four Videos? Every time i click on 1 of the 4 latest videos i get an error that says: "Cannot open the file. Check that path and filename are correct and try again." I'm dying to see Bromstad's Vlog and Sparkle going away again. :-(

Posted by Juxtapoz – August 24, 2007 1:11 PM

Like most peole here, i'm disappointed how this series has turned out. it seems that overall they picked people more for having clashing personalities than design skills. Rob's cockiness is very disagreeable, and i'd never watch his show. I despise his attitude. Todd is very talented, and i might watch his show for the artistic elements of it. Like someone else said, give him the extreme clients. Will is actually my hope to win because i just like him. And i think he's shown himself to be a solid designer althought it's not clear yet if he can breakout and do unusual creative work and not strictly modern clean design. Kim i also like. She's fun, but i haven't yet figured out what her focus could be. Since she's has less experience than many of the others, i'm not sure what her program would be about.

Overall, i look forward to seeing what happens next but am disppointed with the casting. Sparkle Josh would be the best host of all, too.

Posted by Juxtapoz – August 24, 2007 12:42 PM

I never blog and yet I could not restrain myself this time. I agree with MANY MANY others that HGTV has let all Design Star fans down this year and if Robb wins am another person who will not waste her time watching him. His attitude is horrible and I have better things to do with my time then watch him make himself feel better by cutting other people down. His boasting of hiding things in the $.99 store so others could not buy them truly showed what a low person he is. I hope the producers of Design Star actually read these entries and take them to heart.

Posted by Kimberly – August 24, 2007 12:22 PM

I quit watching this after the second episode. One, the judges are acid toward the contestants. Two, I have a feeling the shows designers are to blame. How can you judge individual talent when you don't really allow individual competition. Or how do you get competent judging when you allow two people off the street to pick the winner. I have a feeling this is not the way to pick the star of a show. While we all believe that we are great judges of who will be a great talent on TV, I am not sure that is true of us or the judges on Design Star. I no longer have an interest in who wins or in any further shows like this.

Posted by Swann – August 24, 2007 5:39 AM

I posted previously and I would like to add more!

Regading the judges: I love the judges. Last season they gave great critiques. This season has moved so quickly and the challenges (aside from the individual room) seem difficult to judge each designer on his/her own merits, because each week has been a group effort. It's annoying for the viewer and I would imagine for the judges as well. This is clearly a producing error. I would hope the judges have some kind of creative imput, but I certainly doubt they have any control over how many go home each week or even what the challenges are.

Thank you Kristen (Kim's boss) for your comment, the pace of the show is where Kim's getting lost. She's a cutie and she's charming, but she needs to shine it even more for TV. I can't tell what her style is yet. It's moving so fast we never get to really see her.

I really liked Scott! He should have presented and claimed his 99 cent room exactly as a "99 cent store display" and not apologize for it looking like a store display. In fact, the 99 cent store should take down the stacks of soap boxes in their windows and give it a little Scott pazazz!! Over the top may have been good because funtionality was not the criteria for the challenge. I loved the colors and how he displayed the items!
Who knew you could get anything like that at a 99 cent store?
Sparkle Josh...I miss you!

Posted by Eileen – August 23, 2007 11:50 PM

I am very disturbed that a young couple (not design star judges, who would mix lavender and red), were the deciding factor in sending "Classy Christine" home:(
I really am partial to Will's style but he needs to dress better and use proper grammar. As for Rob, he is just low and classless, I would never watch his show if he were chosen! Lastly, Todd is the Judges' "pet"...maybe they are looking for a whole new "wild 'n crazy" show.

Posted by dchristine – August 23, 2007 9:47 PM

Glad to see I am not the only one disappointed with this seasons show pace and judging. I was an absolutely devoted fan last year...had to see the show the day it first aired. After episode 2...I maybe see the re-run during the week..or check the website. Agree re Todd and Rob...would not watch a show of theirs. Sparkle Josh and Will...now there is a show.

Posted by dee – August 23, 2007 8:35 PM

it seems we are in agreement about this years show so far it has been a disappointment at best i had an idea how i think MOST viewers would be satisfied.... although im not sure it would work as far as the judging team would nt it be more believable for us as viewers if we had input in some way? how about picking 2 people that are just HGTV viewers 2 that are viewers AND have design experience and one team leader to pull it all together like David from Color Splash?

Posted by countriboy – August 23, 2007 8:10 PM

We bought DVD recorder especialy for Design star, but after the last show I'm shocked, dissapointed, depressed !I was crying like a child for Josh and Christina! I stopped watching HGTV network, I dont play Fantasy design and Trivia questions anymore.I Was interesting until this point and I really don't care anymore for the designers who left, because, You judges, had eliminated the best of them until now without even giving them a chance to show us more of their individual talent. But anyway, you made Christina and Josh a huge favor being advertised them and they probably have 1000nds of offers allready and all of us, we are going to watch there, but not your channel!

Posted by lotus – August 23, 2007 8:09 PM

I think the people at Design Star have made a grave mistake.I agree with most of the comments on here.Robb is the most arrogant and irritating person I have seen on this show. You have lost another faithfull watcher of HGTV. The people with all the talent are no longer on the show and I am sure they will succeed farther in life and in design than the people that are left. Josh and Christina have more vision and style than the judges that judged them.If ever you have a show with Robb it would utterly fail.What are you people thinking?Do you take anti-logic pills in the morning?The reception had no class or taste and I realize that they only had to fulfill the customers needs.They had no class at all. Thanks again for another job well done. The many people I know that watch your show will not watch it anymore.You should be ashamed of yourselves.

Posted by Master – August 23, 2007 7:45 PM

If Rob wins, I'm going to quit watching Design Star. I can't stand him. Todd is to much of a jock, party boy. I doubt he could design anything with any class. I was very sorry to see that you chose to keep Rob and Todd. Rob is always right there to blame whatever goes wrong on someone else. Sparkle Josh and and Christina had more talent than either one of those two. You did an excellent job last year with David. Too bad you're missing it this year.

Posted by Janice Milbourne – August 23, 2007 5:54 PM

so sad to see sparkle josh and christina go home. why is robb so rude? poor will. they need more individual competitions so the contestants own design style is showcased.

Posted by angi – August 23, 2007 5:51 PM

I agree with everyones' distaste of Rob and Todd. I will not watch any show they are on. America, get out the vote and let's blast these guys off the show!!!!!

Posted by Janet – August 23, 2007 4:54 PM

I have been very disappointed with the show this season. I understood it last year. I think that the time constraints are bad. I think the judges should see more than the final product. They should see the behavior behind the scenes as well. And if the show continues as it has been and Rob wins, count me out. I will not watch his show.

Posted by Patricia – August 23, 2007 4:18 PM

I am so upset with HGTV on so many levels, but this season of Design Star is really the worst. They keep advertising that the show is back and after only a few episodes, we're already down to the final four!! I can't stand watching Robb and Todd, so if they make it to the final two, I won't be voting, because it won't matter who wins, I won't watch their show! I can't understand how the judges think they have talent, they done nothing to impress me.I really liked Scott, Josh and Adrianna. We haven't been able to see anyone's talents well enough with the way the show is going this season. I'm so disappointed.

Posted by sherri – August 23, 2007 4:14 PM

I think the perfect Design Star is not having any elimination. Have all 10 or 11 do 6 individual challenges and 6 team challenges. Then let the public vote from all of them for their favorite for Design Star. Then we can see what each one can do. We don't need judges for elimination. If you have judges then they should make comments only, pointing out pros and cons of the work done by each contestant and there should be a separate set of judges for each challenge.

Posted by Dee Dee Cee – August 23, 2007 4:00 PM

Well here it is almost time for the next show on design star . Last weeks show made me ill . I cried all week . Last week was handled sooo wrong . I love Sparkle Josh oh he had such a smile and i could just see him as the next design star .... He wasnt a syco -Man like Rob or a surfer dud like Todd . Hgtv Needs a show about Sparkle and Shine . They certainly have more viewers especially women . Hes what the world needs now we already have enough confusion in the world .. Lets have some sparkle .. Whos going to win . Its scarey to think about .. I love David but this years a bummer ... Maybe i will vote for Clive this week or maybe not vote .....Wake up America .......Where is our Sparkle ???????????...dellakay

Posted by Paula – August 23, 2007 3:50 PM

Sparkle Josh had it all and you blew it HGTV! Who do you think is going to watch the next "design star's" show??? NOT ME! I am so dissappointed in this season's show it's pathetic! Sparkle Josh did what was required of him, no attitude, no jumping around like a 12 year old, no whining and complaining. He has the looks and the class for his own show, as well as Christina. She got the raw deal. You lost the best two designers of the show. What a huge mistake to let Bridezilla and her groom make a cut. That was just wrong! This is suppose to be a "DESIGN" show, not a circus. Why are you not letting the designers DESIGN! What's all this group crap! Get with it HGTV....get real....and bring back Sparkle Josh and Christina! If Rob or Todd win this thing, you will have a flop of a show. From what I can tell, no one will be watching. Sparkle Josh...if you're reading this...hang in there kiddo....I know you will be noticed and they'll see your abilities and snatch you up like a yummy brownie and give you the next big show! You have class and it showed on your exit interview. Don't get down...if this is what that show is all about, you don't need them! I'll be watching for you!

Posted by Sparkle Josh Fan! – August 23, 2007 3:21 PM

Hated to see Sparkle Josh leave - you already judged him for the room in the last episode, it made absolutely no sense to use the last episode for this weeks decision.

Sure, he struggled a bit with the 99 cent room but he also made a sophisticated and out of the box color choice, and much of the decor, in particular the candle sconces were a winner. But, again - you already judged him on that, Vern!

Robb understood what the groom wanted and that is who he pitched (very well I must say) the reception design to. Even he tried to incorporate a bit of white and lavender fluff - made successful by Josh's clever shopping and Will's insistence on covering up the hideous entrance (in the wrong colors)pillars with white fabric. It was Will and the team who saved his butt on a design that was not even to scale.

I was impressed with Todd's common sense on the space issues and overall seating arrangements.

So why didn't the panel of judges judge the design plans? How could they let someone win who did not even design to scale?! Where are your standards Vern?

Shame on you HGTV for bringing us the Survivor version of Design Star.

Vern, you asked Robb who was the weakest link? He answered 'Will' - you didn't really believe that, did you?! Robb is simply trying to get rid of a strong design competitor - he knows the threat that Will poses for him.

Clivey, I no longer like you (just kiddin'), you actually told Sparkle Josh that he only excelled as a shopper. Come on now darling. The truth is that Josh simply doesn't fit whatever type of show it is that HGTV has in mind for their new star.

HGTV where is your imagination - where are your eyes - where is your connection to what your viewers really want to see?

Can you imagine a design show with Josh and Will? Your viewers sure can.

Todd is cool - give him some extreme clients to design for and he will be a hit. He has talent galore - now if he would keep his shirt on more often and stop the athletics - please.

Kim - love her. She can do anything if you give her half a chance. I like her style.
To those of you who hated her wall flowers (they represented Gingko leaves by the way)- let me remind you that the challenge for this room did not include for it to be livable - but to be creative.

Kim needs to claim her spot in the limelight - hope she doesn't get steam rollered by Todd and Robb in the next episode.

Will is an excellent designer by anyones standards and I am not convinced that Robb has the good sense of style that Will has shown.

I think eliminating one designer at a time and having no more than two team challenges, one at the beginning and one at the end, would make for a much better show.
I would like to see the viewers vote off the first designer plus one of the two final designers. I like Vern but don't care for him as a judge.

Where is Joe Ruggiero when we need him to bring class and style to the HGTV Design Star show?

It's all very entertaining but I along with many other viewers do hope sparkle Josh gets an offer for a show soon - HGTV or not - he will do fine.
HGTV how about designing a show around Josh, the designer and let him sparkle and shine for all of us to enjoy.
Remember the dining room - great job.

Christina deserved to go - she designed her own wedding not what the client asked for. She did a nice job but I would have eliminated her instead of Scott in the last episode, because in my opinion she designed the room strictly for Vern. The style was meant to impress Vern. (Remember, she even asked him, "Did you notice the live plants?")

Scott is also on my list of great designers and had he had a little more time to think about it I'm sure he would have edited the room on his own. The rug and the wall treatment were brilliant.

So overall I am entertained but .... Yes, it was a tacky reception by design. Can't blame the designers for that.

I agree with the poster who mentioned finding a couple or better yet, a family, that could truly be helped by the designers - improve their living conditions.

A 10,000 extravaganza - for a guy who does not care enough about his bride to even let her have her one big day and a bride foolish enough not to recognize when someone jerks her chain - and such poor taste that most of America is still shaking their head about it - what were you thinking?

You better start listening and get real or you will find your show cancelled over this mockery of good design.

Posted by Roswitha – August 23, 2007 3:19 PM

I pretty much agree with everybody. i hope the judges get to see how ugly and spiteful(Robb) a few of these contestants are while some(Will) handle things very tactfully. Could Todd please put on a shirt? I'm so not entertained by his lack of wardrobe. If Robb or Todd win I will not watch their show and I cannot believe Christina was eliminated by that bride who completely changed her mind on the design. I thought Will's was the best design for bringing the two request together but oh well! Sorely disappointed and aggravated every week that Robb is kept on the show. Kim and Will deserve to be commended for how hard they both worked saving Robb's design and for being great sports about working under His Highness!!!

Posted by cdpaige – August 23, 2007 3:19 PM

Will & Josh (Ebony & Ivory?) hosting their own show - Fantastic idea and kudos to the person who posted this concept. Different personalities, different styles and different approaches but look at how they complemented each other (design and personality). THAT is a show I would watch!

Poor Christina; the 'bride' sabotaged her. The 'bride' clearly stated that she wanted a romantic wedding and when her 'groom' mentioned Rockabilly (can someone define this term?), Las Vegas, etc, she said she wasn't keen on all of that. When Christina further questioned them on what colors they would like as a couple (good question); who interrupted so she didn't get an answer? - Robb - hhmmm. I don't agree with Christina's elimination but she will land on her feet. She's obviously talented, willing to work hard and has a lovely personality.

As to the four remaining contestants. Robb has issues and that's the nicest way I can think of saying anything about him. Look at how people welcome David into their homes on 'Color Splash'; I can't imagine anyone welcoming Robb in. Todd is very talented and I was impressed (and surprised) in this last show on how he was 'in tune' with the bride. He certainly is creative and capable. Will has great style and I just am loving him for his practicality (space planning and drawing to scale). I felt quite protective of him when Robb sucker punched him. Kim is our sleeper contestant. The paper plate cutouts on the wall in her room were brilliant. I think she may surprise all of us.

I agree with others who have posted that if Robb wins, I won't be watching his show.

Posted by bkacker – August 23, 2007 3:15 PM

seriously, all you robb haters are just jealous. none of you were picked to be on design star. i doubt any of you have any talent anyway, judging by what you say about kim and wil. neither one of them have any talent or personality. there is absolutely no way i could stay awake if either one of them were hosts of a show. at least robb can step up, be a man and take control. he has great style and deligating skills. the show needs a leader, not a follower. and for all of you that think robb is arrogant, i think you're all just intimidated. kudos to robb, keep on truckin.

Posted by robb's#1fan – August 23, 2007 12:51 PM

Cannot believe that Robb wasn't cut. His design for the wedding reception was saved by Will and Josh. Todd is a waste of time with his posturing. Robb's overbearing attitude certainly needs an adjustment!

Posted by Norma Pippin – August 23, 2007 12:30 PM

Robb gave a convincing presentation and understood what the couple wanted. That's all this challenge was about. Good job Robb!
Never mind that most of us would never in our wildest dreams conceive of actually desiring a reception like that.
However, because Robb did not execute his design plan to scale, he jeopardized his design and it was only the teams and his combined resourcefulness that made his plan work.
I also noted that he did tone down his original design somewhat by using the white material to cover the entrance columns.
I agree with everyone else that the show has taken their cue from survivor - at least in this episode, as evidenced by Vern asking who Robb thought was the weakest link. He answered Will.

Of course he would, because he knows Will is a threat who has shown excellent design skills from day one.

Indeed, Josh and Will would make a great design team since they nicely balance each others strength and weaknesses.

I enjoyed watching sparkle Josh. It was a tough decision for the judges but I did not at all agree with their decision to also use past design jobs in their evaluation to let Josh go. Yes, he struggled a bit with the 99 cent episode but the overall very sophisticated color choice and clever sconces were a winner.
Point being, that in my opinion - past episodes have been judged already - and if this is to be a growing process for the designer, which it has been, then please be fair and judge on the current challenge.
Clive's comment that Josh has proven to be a good shopper did not go over well. It was in essence a cutting remark not worthy of ...

Christina deserved to be booted off the show simply because she did not listen to the cient and committed the cardinal sin of designing for herself.
Yes, it appeared to be a beautiful and tasteful design and at least 90% of America would have loved it, unfortunately this couple decided to squander $10,000 on a hideous, tacky gala instead.
I knew the second the guys eyes lit up when he saw the entrance that this was the design they would choose - so sad for the bride - but then again it was their prerogative as a client to choose what they perceived as a fun yet classy wedding reception.
I applaud Robb for making some of the design/color adjustments he made in the actual design.

Well, let's see that leaves Todd - he is way out there, fun and great to look at. So give him a contractor show and let him execute extreme home designs. He is not mainstream and does not try to be - he is true to himself - that is a good thing.

Kim, love her. Do you realize she works in a Salon in real life, yet managed to get into this design competition and do well. Like she said in her intro - design is design. Her only downfall is that she has tried to hard to be a good team player - she needs to show more backbone and stand up for herself.
She has not realized yet that she is a good designer in her own right - believe in yourself and go for the glory. Stand up for yourself and embrace the limelight Kim!

Overall I would have liked to have seen only one person eliminated per episode, definitely more individual challenges and tone down the show a bit. Whatever it is you are going for HGTV we are not getting it. Please do show more class and style.
Where is Joe Ruggiero when we need him? He would make an excellent judge.

Would I watch Robb? Sure, he is an excellent designer - would I hire him? Probably not, because of the attitude that he showed on TV - but maybe that is just part of the game plan?!

Anyway, Design Star makes for entertaining TV but I do hope they listen to their viewers and do things different next year.
It really doesn't take but two team challenges to see who is a team player and who is not and who has leadership qualities and who does not. Do it toward the end and eliminate two designers from each of those shows.
Then allow us to vote for our choices in the first and the last individual challenge episode.

I found your choice of a wedding couple and their outrageous color choices very entertaining. My suggestion would be to split the bill and have two teams do two different receptions with equally outrageous wedding plans but giving the designers another day for completion (you saw they were almost not done in time). I would go so far as letting the teams choose their own couple (once you decided which couples were suitably outrageous) - because - when are you going to address how the designers relate with their clients?

Looking forward to the next episode.

Posted by Roswitha – August 23, 2007 12:22 PM

Todd and Rob belong on MTV's "The Real World" or "Survivor" where their type of personalities and attitudes belong. I think the HGTV viewers are more interest in the designs and talent verses the "drama". If I want to be entertained by annoying people I'll watch those other reality shows.

I don't know if anyone else agrees with me but I would like to see more of a variety in the contestant's design styles. It seems like the only room designs they know how to create are contemporary. It would be nice to see some designs in other styles such as french country, old world, transitional, or traditional.

The other thing I would like to see changed is the judges. Why don't they take some of the HGTV show hosts and have them be the judges instead of these "impress me - I'm an expert" judges.

Posted by jroc18 – August 23, 2007 12:10 PM

I honestly cannot believe that EVERYONE agrees on this season's Design Star show. Unfortunately, it is the trend on HGTV to highlight shows that specialize in flash and trash, ignoring real design. I have written to the producers lamenting this ridiculous obsession with fake creativity, unrealistic time constraints, and bogus budgets (if there even is any mention of money, other than to point out how cheaply you can "decorate" your space). Their boiler plate response was that they need to have programs that appeal to a wide variety of viewers.

I agree with whoever said that real designers like Candace Olsen and Kenneth Brown should be on the show as judges, but I also think that the format should include real life design situations and the actual process that designers go through to bring the project from concept to reality.

Even if the producers are only concerned with the bottom line, it seems that they won't even get a commercially successful show out of this season, considering most responses to last week's show won't watch any show that stars Robb or Todd. Hey, I liked David from last season, but I find his show very ho-hum.

Posted by Diana – August 23, 2007 12:08 PM

To Kristen Lee DePalo about Kim: You may very well be right that Kim DOES INDEED have a personality. The problem is that she either hasn't shown it on camera, OR the Design Star editors have edited her personality out. She's obviously a talented designer (I'm sorry, but I think SHE was the major force in that pit in the first show -- they were wrong to say she "did just enough to get by" - what crap), but America hasn't seen enough energy or personality from her (again, this may just be editing decisions) - so don't fault us. YOU know her personally -- all we have to go on is what they show us on t.v. (P.S. I loved her wedding design -- thought it was really fabulous!) I wish her and Will good luck -- I think they're BOTH talented, and I hope they show some good energy and personality in the next couple shows (although, I PERSONALLY will no longer be watching 'cause I think this show blows this year). Good luck Will and Kim -- kick the rears of those other two blow hards! And I'll see y'all in the final episode (when my favorite, Sparkle Josh comes back!)

Posted by Kathy Gardner – August 23, 2007 12:01 PM

I'm sad to see Sparkle Josh go. I just think he is great. He has the right attitude and ability to make a show great! I am rooting for Will and Kim now. Todd is fine, he definitely is artistic. You could see it in his drawings/design boards. He just needs to refine that artistic with function. Not sure I could live in any of his rooms yet. Rob, well...not at all the right attitude for a show. I don't think viewers have bonded with him to make them want to watch the show. I know last season, most everyone loved Allison and David. It was a great pair and made the season rock. Then you looked forward to seeing David's show when it aired. Not only that, you still wanted to see how Allison was doing and hoped for more for her. I think that dynamic will be found between Kim and Will. I don't see that happening at all with Rob, unless his softer side shows through. However, I think it is too late.

Josh, where ever you are, I wish you were still in this. Anytime you want to sparkle one of my rooms, you are more than welcome! I wish you the best of luck. If HGTV is smart, they will pull you into a show or do something like what they are doing with Allison! Yeah!

Posted by julia – August 23, 2007 11:58 AM

As an avid HGTV fan I will, of course, continue to watch Design Star til the bitter end. But, please remember who your target audience is - middle aged women. The last "thing" we want to see hosting a show is an arrogant man, or a man who acts like a boy (we get enough of that at home)! We want to watch a "friend", someone that makes us laugh, and yes someone that has that "sparkle"! Josh has it and I hope that HGTV will consider him for a future show even without being the Design Star winner.

Posted by Vicki – August 23, 2007 11:40 AM

From watching the previews to this Sundays challenge I'm feelilng that Cynthia Rowley is very unhappy about something. Could it be all the discord and back-stabbing going on? Hopefully so.

Also to the person who wanted Josh's web site: www.joshjohnson.net Did I spell his last name right? I've sent him an e-mail telling him I miss him. Also one to Christina Ray. She even answered!

Posted by Mary McPhillips – August 23, 2007 11:06 AM

Can't stand Robb. He's a lazy bully. Will consistently works hard and has a great design sense. Robb's crack about Will showed his true colors. Ugliest wedding I've ever seen. The bride sold out. Her wedding dream was buried under dice. Not an enjoyable episode. I think the "team" contests do not accurately show a designer's strengths and lower the show into the realm of trashy soap opera contrived plots. I know they won't miss me if I stop watching but they had such a good concept to begin with.

Posted by Dottie – August 23, 2007 11:04 AM

BRING BACK SPARKLE JOSH! He was truly the best one and would be an awesome addition to the HGTV line-up, just like last year's winner. The ones you have left are good, but they do not have the personality that makes people want to watch them. I don't know if I'll even finish watching the remaining episodes of this.

Posted by Sharla – August 23, 2007 10:54 AM

What's going on HGTV! How could you have allowed Christina to be cancled this way. That bride had no idea what she wanted. I am a designer and redesigner and I think the talent this year is falling way bellow last season. Christina had a beautiful smile and great TV presence you missed out by letting her go. She also had such great natural talent, anyone can sit in a class room and learn skills, but if you don't have the natural talent for this field you won't last long. Wedding are very detailed, and you have to keep everyone happy and also keep control of the staff. Had this been a real job and Rob been on his own I am not sure he would have proven to be a great designer. I sure hope HGTV listens to what thier audiance is saying. Find something for Christina she has great appeal. Dezinegal2000

Posted by Karen Michaels – August 23, 2007 10:44 AM

There seems to be so many of us who wanted Josh. He was the sparkle that made the show fun to watch. HGTV and their current design star judges really messed up but if Kenneth Brown is on the panel of judges next year I may try it again. Until then, it is over for me. BTW, here is a little fun! joshjohnson.net

Posted by CMS – August 23, 2007 10:33 AM

I love this show...last year...this year I think the judges have been paid off or something... They are letting go some of the most talented people I have ever seen. It just nearly killed me to see Sparkle leave, I thought he has the talent and the personality to make the show. Gosh, and Scott, I thought he was just great, along with Christina (unfortunatly she didn't listen carefully, her big mistake). Kim, Will and Sparkle Josh are my favorite. I think HGTV should give them a show together, they are really the only 3 that I see that could work together for the good of the client. I can't understand why David (winner from last year) was not part of the judging panel. Seems to me he would have made a wonderful and informative judge since he went through the whole process himself. As far as Rob and Todd are concerned, I have to give it to Todd on this last round with the wedding. He had some good ideas and was concerned with placing the tables and dance floor which I totally agreed with. If he should win I might watch his show, just to see what it's like. Rob on the other hand, well as mother always told me "If you can't say something nice don't say anything at all!"

Posted by J – August 23, 2007 10:14 AM

hated this week.
Christina was just trying to be thoughtful and she got eliminated.
They chose Robb's design when it clearly was tacky and not at all mature enough for someone who is getting married. And while he didnt do anything, the other contestants did everything and since he had his knife in Will, he just told the judges that Will was the weakest link! If HGTV keeps this up, their ratings r going WAY down! I and I know a lot of us here would NEVER watch a show that had Robb in it!

Posted by Sally – August 23, 2007 10:04 AM

I'm still sick that Sparkle Josh was eliminated. I was sure from the beginning that he'd win because he has both great design sense and a wonderful personality--he's fun to watch. I would tune in to watch him host paint drying, and I'm convinced that we'll be seeing more of Sparkle Josh shortly even if HGTV isn't smart enough to build a show around him.

He is a great shopper, and managed to save a couple of bad designs with his ability.
But it's more than just an ability to shop--he knows how to pull things together to execute an excellent overall design (or to rescue a low quality design). I agree with everyone else who says he and Will should be made co-hosts of a show.

Like many others, I already know that if Rob or Todd win I won't be watching the resulting show.

Todd's a hyperactive show-off who can create a buzz but who hasn't yet demonstrated that he can design a space someone would want to occupy. Which remind me--why on earth did the other contestents let him build a half pipe in their living area? It seemed like a huge waste of communal space and I bet none of the others have ever used it. I really hate that kind of form over function; design should be eyecatching, but functional. He's got great handy-man skills. They should make him the carpenter side-kick on the Josh & Will Show.

Rob's another story--he comes across as sullen and combative which isn't fun to watch, and except for his individual project his design elements and suggestions have generally been kind of tacky. I realize he's managed to please the clients, but as the judges pointed out on the kitchen challenge, as a designer you have an obigation to give the clients the best version of their style possible. They dinged him for the faux Tuscan kitchen, but didn't call him at all on the tacky wedding reception design. He should have been eliminated for that alone, if not for the deceptive color scheme (which Will got him to correct) or the lousy space planning. And don't even get me started on that stupid car door from the first show.

The whole structure of the show is annoying me this year. I would have liked more individual challenges and more living spaces. The wedding reception was a boring idea from minute one, and I don't think I'll even both watching the Wayne Newton episode. Overall--a very disappointing season.

Posted by Kim – August 23, 2007 2:15 AM

Sparkle Josh was the one!!!!!! I am an hgtv addict but if Robb or Todd wins , no longer will I be

Posted by Sherry – August 23, 2007 1:01 AM

Bring back sparkle Josh!! Robb, at this point I don't care if you have talent or not, I just want you off the show. You are errogant, self centered and boring. Todd, put a shirt on! Good grief, I'm already tired of seeing this 35 year old adolenscent bounce around like a wannbe 17 year old. Good luck to you Kim and Will!

Posted by sandie – August 23, 2007 12:58 AM

Ok. So I finally am making a comment, I did not think I would. I am one of Kim's bosses at Insitu Salon. For those of you who think Kim does not have a personality or cannot host a show-- you do not know her. You have not seen the real Kim. She is talented and is extremely busy at the salon. That means she "has" a personality, is talented and can sell. Get a clue America and let's all keep watching. She is our design star regardless of what any of you think and so far is doing well. Congratulate her--we do.

Posted by Kristen Lee DePalo – August 23, 2007 12:57 AM

It's funny to see how many people are in agreement with how Season 2 has faired this year. So HGTV, if you are listening (reading), remember the old saying, go with the majority! People do not like the way the season has been rushed, we are not being given time to really see what the designers can do as individuals. Even David said on his week 4 Vlog that Season 1 had more individual challeges.

And, as others have mentioned, if this new Design Star is to be evaluated on 3 criteria; ability, creativity and personality, then I'm not sure who is going to win the competition because none of the remaining contestants have demonstrated that they possess all three.

One more thing that I want to say....did anyone else notice that the Bride totally flip-flopped on what she said she wanted for her reception? Initially, she said she wanted it to be very romantic, lavender and roses. But once she started to review the designs, she totally ignored the designers who gave her just that! The best compromise for this couple would have been Will, Kim or perhaps even Todd's design. If Christina's design was deemed too much bride's wishes and not enough groom's, then Robb's was just the opposite. And had the Bride not flip-flopped, Robb's would not have been chosen.

Posted by Andrea – August 23, 2007 12:50 AM

HGTV I am BOYCOTTING you.Sparkle Josh had the best personality for a tv show. You are committing ratings suicide!

Posted by Mary – August 23, 2007 12:30 AM

Come on - Last week the Judges told Josh that they wanted to see what else he could do and then he was cut based on last weeks design. He is a team player and has done his part on everything.He could definately host his own show and another station has probably already contacted him. Your loss ! His class showed through on his exit interview. It was poor planning to allow two people who were getting a free wedding to have the power to cut a designer. And just because they were happy with their free reception does not mean that it was a design hit. I do not plan to watch the show any longer.

Posted by hgtv fan – August 23, 2007 12:24 AM

I cannot believe that a couple with absolutly no taste or tact could decide the fate of six designers! I have also lost complete faith in the judges!!! I used to love Vern Yip and Cynthia Crowley, now I have no respect. How can you cancel someone like "Sparkle"Josh, who is probably the best suited of the contestants to host his own show (He is quirky (look at the ourfits), doesn't take himself too seriously, and has a cute and bubbly personality) and praise someone like Rob or Todd. I agree with the person who wrote that those two are the testosterone-fueled poster boys for why women hate men!!! If either Josh or Todd win this competition, I can honelsty say that Vern Yip, Cynthia Rowley and HGTV have lost a devoted fan!!! Hopefully HGTV can see the potential in "Sparkle"Josh and find him a place on their network.

Posted by meo – August 23, 2007 12:14 AM

Bring Christina back! She didn't deserve to be eliminated that way. Really! Come on. Everyone else on the show has been judged by the panel. This just wasn't fair. I really don't want to watch anymore. Bring Christina back.

Posted by Jan – August 23, 2007 12:13 AM

I am so disappointed with this "design"(???)show! Between Todd's inappropriate antics & Robb's incessant rudeness, the others haven't even been given a chance! They could all really be good designers - but we'll never know! I hope none of them who are so coldly eliminated berate themselves for "failing" this utter mockery of what they probably mistakenly & sincerely believed was "a opportunity of a lifetime." What I was led to believe would showcase whatever talent they might have only insults it instead.

Posted by Ilene – August 22, 2007 11:59 PM

So you've quit posting comments?

Posted by kdenning – August 22, 2007 11:35 PM

It is unfortunate that those in charge of the production of this Design Star have mismanaged this series this time. It has gone much too quickly. You can not engage viewers when the contestants leave so quickly. Viewers expect one person per week. You can not put 2 contestants per week 3 times in a row and expect them to stay engaged, especially when the producers have created the drama they have with Robb and Todd. I almost did not watch last Sunday night because of the results the previous week. If HGTY wants this show to continue the "powers that be" will have to do a much better job at executing the show or their show will be cancelled.

Posted by Teresa R – August 22, 2007 11:27 PM

I think that HGTV needs to scratch this session's Design Star and give Sparkle Josh and Will a show together...they are super designers

Posted by tina – August 22, 2007 11:09 PM

Vern has always been my favorite designer-bu after watching the show Sunday night I think that HGTV has substitued a look alike. I cannot imagine Vern Yip having anything good to say about the design for the wedding reception. I do not understand what has happened to HGTV. David is a true Design Star and I feel that he and all the contestants from last year were heads above the seemingly two favorites of the judges this year. Robb and Todd. They are a joke and I donot know anyone who would want either of them to design even a dog house for them. Todd is an artist and should stay an artist. Robb I do not know what to say. One thing to add VERN YIP I am disappointed in you.Wake up HGTV before you loose all of you viewers.

Posted by Loubud – August 22, 2007 10:59 PM

I am so disenchanted and dissapointed. Could this be HGTV's goal for this season? Controversy and hostility to boost ratings? Maybe they are counting on folks to continue watching just to see Robb (hopefully) get eliminated... I sort of feel like I'm being played here. Individual talent and good, practical and creative design work has taken a back seat to an MTV reality show mentality this season. Doesn't matter how 'cool' Robb's designs are (the Vegas reception, however, was not cool- it was garbage) I will not watch a show hosted by a jerk.

Posted by TiaWendy – August 22, 2007 10:42 PM

If Robb is kept on this show, I wonder how the judges will really feel when they reflect (if they ever do)on the ugly things Robb has said to others, and how Todd toadies to him and then disses him when he isn't there? These two are still in the grade school playground, whereas Kim and Will are too graceful to be kept back in grade school. Kim and Will had refreshing ideas, and I think that the groom is a bully - Will's design was far more appropriate for a romantic wedding, and I bet there will be a divorce in his life when his little lawyer bride wakes up to the fact that he has no ramance in his soul - it's his way or not. Kim has a lot of talents, and so does Will - not just arranging chairs and setting places - and I think their judgment is sound. This is one year I see the judges as going for flashy trash and moody men. Get over it!!!!! Scott was a big loss, as he had the personality you are supposed to be looking for. I would never watch Robb if he wins, and I do so hope Kim and Will are the final two - although it would make me sad to choose between them unless the final challenge is so strongly answered by one of them that it is evident where the talent takes over. Please - next year, start with 8 people, and let them go 1 at a time the first 3 weeks, then have a double elimination, then back to singles - even if you have 3 finalists instead of two! Don't try 11 or 12 - you will find the viewers more involved when you don't have so many faces and personalities to get used to. This year is no comparison to last year. Don't do this again!!!
And why don't you ask Kenneth Brown and Candace Olson or other designers to be judges. These 3 are stale.

Posted by mamsters – August 22, 2007 10:11 PM

I think Rob is afraid that Will might have more talent than he does. That's why he's always putting him down. It just makes him look worse. If that's possible. What a waste of HGTV's money. That reception was hideous. And Will was right about not being to scale. All the chairs were too close. Went to a reception like that and didn't stay long. Maybe that was the idea. Josh was the only one I think could carry a show. He had the personality. And given more time would have shown his potential. He could shop for me any time. Only watching now hoping that Rob and Tod go home next. Don't care for either one.

Posted by wendy – August 22, 2007 9:15 PM

How do we follow Sparkle Josh and his career? I couldn't care less about the rest of the DesignStar show ...he was the one I was watching.

Posted by shannon – August 22, 2007 9:11 PM

The season structure this year is very disappointing.It seems to be all about cheap reality trash thrills and not about good design (ala keeping Robb on week to week.)Why have there not been individual design challenges and assessment of on-camera presence like last year?The judges should be embarrassed to be associated with a competition that "judges" design talent on the basis of the reception wishes of a tasteless couple!

Posted by nancy – August 22, 2007 9:06 PM

Well, I'm not watching anymore shows...I'll just wait until the finale episode where I will be able to see all of the designers who shouldn't have had their show's cancelled. What a shame this show has turned out to be.

Posted by Artzgurl – August 22, 2007 8:15 PM

I have to agree with the last comment. If Robb or Todd win, HGTV will lose me as a very loyal viewer!! They are so annoying personality wise and their designs are right down strange!

Posted by Debby – August 22, 2007 8:03 PM

Does anyone know Sparkle Josh's web site address? He needs to know how many of us think he is a class act! Time and again, he has shown he is a true gentleman and deserves better treatment than he had on this tacky season of design star! This is a HUGE disappointment for a show so eagerly awaited! You go, Josh! Any network with the least bit of savvy will pick him up for his own show!

Posted by jinny – August 22, 2007 7:53 PM

Relax, everybody...if Heaven forbid, Robb makes it to the final 2 NO ONE in America would vote for him and it would be a total landslide for the other...if not, then we'll all know it's a fix!!! I must say before I continue that Sparkle Josh was the most gracious designer and a total class act on his exit...I wish him joy and success!!! Last year a designer was eliminated after pitching a kitchen design judged as the least favorite by the clients so I don't know why anyone is surprised that they did it that way this year as well...though this year what the client wanted was ridiculous...ergo the challenge!!! I liked Christina, very pretty, but I couldn't listen to an entire show of that sugary sweet southern drawl...not to mention she did NOTHING that the client wanted...awful as it was...and went with what SHE wanted...not a designers job...give the client what he wants!!!!!
Todd is extremely arrogant and immature though this last episode showed another dimension to him...he's more suited to a DIY show about crafting surfboards or something...I can't see him doing anything real or practical...Will is the most professional and accurate and I'll be curious when they test the contestant's hosting abilities...Kim remains likable though the paper plates last week turned me off...She's articulate but maybe too soft spoken...However, her and Will are the only 2 I would watch if they had their own show...maybe Todd if he kept his shirt off and mouth shut....Adriana had to go...her designs were awful...Scott really should have known (and I think he did) that he did too much in that room...the 99 cent thing just blew him away and could HGTV afford to build a show around someone with back problems?? Green Josh was pathetic as was Neeraja...how did they even get on the show and Lisa's RATS scribbling on the wall makes me shudder everytime I see it...All in all I haven't bonded with the contestants like last years... and I've been really disappointed...Now I'm just curious to see who wins but my hearts not in it like last year....

Posted by Roseanne S – August 22, 2007 7:51 PM

I am so disappointed that my favorite contestant has been canceled, that is "Sparkle" Josh...he is so very talented. He has wonderful taste and personality plus a whole lot of what Robb lacks and that is compassion and empathy. I would not not watcha show hsted by Robb. I think Will is a pretty good designer and Robb has unfairly and pubilicly put him down twice. Todd is a little too far out for the average person.

Posted by phoebe – August 22, 2007 7:48 PM

Rob is annoying and Todd is a close second. With attitudes like theirs they cannot possibly represent Design Star or HGTV. I would not like to see either one of them host a show. David set a standard. Will and Kim would make good host. They are professional and creative. I enjoy the show but if Todd or Rob wins I will not watch their shows. What designers do you know who have attitudes like theirs have their own show? Even Martha shows her good side on TV.

Posted by lil2sis – August 22, 2007 7:37 PM

HGTV--WAKE UP!!! And then FIRE THOSE JUDGES! Particularly Vern, as it appears he is leading this whole misguided string of poorly chosen illiminations.
NEWS FLASH: YOU GUYS JUST DUMPED YOUR DESIGN STAR---SPARKLE JOSH. I hope another network picks him up pronto....and he and that SMARTER network make loads of money together!
I'm not watching the show anymore and I don't care who wins---and I'm not alone! HGTV, are you listening????? The winning design star's show would be about them designing individually, so WE WANT TO SEE THEIR INDIVIDUAL DESIGNS COME TO FRUITION!
A design show that sends people packing too often, has judges with poor judgement, hardly ever lets the contestants design individually, and worst of all lets a tasteless, tacky, misguided couple make decisions (!) has no place on a classy network like HGTV. (I can't believe that poor girl married that selfish, bully-bartender!) I love all your shows and watch the network almost everyday, but this show is so dissappointing and it makes my stomach turn. As a advid HGTV fan, I'm begging you please do not start producing or airing tacky, survivor-like shows like this one is turning out to be. I refuse to watch it anymore...

Posted by DD – August 22, 2007 7:12 PM

It is my observation that everyone, including Clive and the judges seem to be more than a little confused this year. It's as though the point of the show has been to ask the contestants to throw away any practical knowledge they may have about design and to think tacky and gaudy. At what point does thinking ‘outside the box’ just become unrealistic and serve no purpose? The setting is the least conducive to good design possible…Las Vegas?? I'm sure most of the actual residents of Vegas are saying 'NO, NO, that's not what we're all about!' To what depth did the network have to stoop to in pitching the show to the advertisers this season? I had hoped HGTV was the last bastion of sensibility and decorum. It’s sad to see how every mainstream form of entertainment in this country has been all but ruined by the almighty dollar. They could have gone with less budget and 'cheep thrills' (pun intended), and provided a more suitable location, and therefore a truer test of talent. This is all too bizarre for me. By what standard are we to judge the most deserving candidate? I'm personally happier in a world where the groom gives the bride her day, there's no skate-boarding on my hardwood floors, car doors hanging on my wall, spinning dice at my daughter's wedding, or lions in my kitchen and the test of a designer’s skill is not arts and crafts from the 99c store. I believe anyone who truly loves the art of interior design is too. There are innumerable locations within this beautiful country we live in, which deserve to be spotlighted. Imagine the impact, for example, of a setting like New Orleans. The focus of the show being to help victims of Katrina, who are in need of a helping hand, even to this day. Call me crazy, but I can easily envision the contestants coming together in heartfelt unison to enrich the lives of people in genuine need. I can see myself tuning in to see the smile on faces of those who otherwise may not have been able to put their lives back together. Anything besides this lack of taste and backstabbing behavior we are being subjected to. This season’s show appears to bring out the worst in the contenders, rather than the best. Isn’t the first priority in design supposed to be to enrich, not to malign?

Posted by colette – August 22, 2007 6:33 PM

I will miss Sparkle-Josh so much; he is so talented, is so nice and sweet and has such a classy, mature personality. I really hope that HGTV will take another look at him and at least hire him as a show-host.

My respect (and liking) for Kim grows by leaps and bounds every week! For someone who admits that she has no experience, this classy lady seems to be able to do everything!
She just jumps right in and gets the job done with great skill, and in good taste. She makes the best of a bad situation (like working for Rob) and comes through it all with her great big smile still in place. I really admire how well spoken she is and how clearly she can make her point, even on a touchy-subject.

I wonder, though, how much the judges really know about what is going on during each competition? Do they truly only see the completed footage of each project, of do they see some (if not all of) the snippets and comments that we see in the commercials and during each project? Does Clive give them any updates?

I remember the week before last, after the kitchen remodel competition…during the judging, the way the show was edited and the remarks some of the judges made at the time, it seemed as if they could see and/or hear what was being said in the Green Room; Will was yelling at Rob and immediately afterwards we cut to the black-haired judge who was saying something like: “I hate to hear them arguing, I hate to see bad design”.

This season only has 2 more episodes…What I would really like to see next season is:

Make the show last longer by eliminating only one person per show. (They advertise it so heavily, they would get more “bang-for-their-buck” if it lasted for 11 or 12 episodes instead of just 6.)

Have one show include group-projects and then have the next week’s competition be an individual test…and so on switching back and forth each week. We do not get to see what each designer can really do unless they work by themselves several times.

It is also important to see how each designer can lead a group. Can they clearly communicate their vision and get others to do what is needed to be done? Who becomes the leader should not be left up to chance or to whomever grabs the paint-can first…someone different should be deliberately chosen each time, so everyone gets a chance…unless they are voted off first…

Sincerely, illta1985

Posted by illta1985 – August 22, 2007 6:28 PM

Well, I suppose there are behind the scenes maneuvers that the TV audience is not privy too.

Looking at who is left in the competition, it seems like HGTV is pushing for another construction show.

I like everyday design, remember "Room by Room"? The hosts were pleasant and people could actually live in those rooms.

I also like engaging personalities that stretch my creativity muscles. Hello....that was Sparkle Josh!!

Let's all have a write in --- or maybe (crossed fingers) there will be a surprise vote back one contestant episode! Wouldn't that be cool!

Posted by Tricia – August 22, 2007 6:27 PM

In our house we watch every show on HGTV. If Robb ever gets a show on HGTV we will not watch it.Robb is lies he throws people under the bus to save himself.He is very immature,obnoxious and annoying.He did less work than anyone this week and said Will was basically usless.He apparently was still on a high from winning the worst design for a wedding ever done.No acounting for taste.Do the judges get to see the whole show without editing? The way some of the people act is horrible.Do the judges get to see that? if so would any one in their right mind ever hire Robb to walk their dogs? Thanks Brenda

Posted by Brenda – August 22, 2007 6:22 PM

Too many comments, but all say just about the same as I feel. Let's get Josh back. You can do iT!!!!!!

Posted by Doris – August 22, 2007 5:42 PM

You let the wrong person go. Sparkle Todd was fun! Rob has a dark side and I wouldn't want to watch him or Todd if they had a show. Come on a get up to speed. What are you thinking!!!???

Posted by Linda – August 22, 2007 4:27 PM

ok people lets get real about Todd. Is he just a complete dufus or what? He wants everyone to think he is this hip happening kind of teenager but hell what is he 45. He needs to get real and the skateboard ramp in the living room.....what a joke.

Posted by Randy – August 22, 2007 4:06 PM

Well, after the Food Network Star travesty, I had hopes the Design Star would have some class, but alas, no! We have to remember the judges and producers main concern is the bottom line - MONEY. They could care less if we get any worthwhile information on design, just so we tune in and they sell advertising space.

Posted by Elaine – August 22, 2007 4:00 PM

So disappointed with this season. Can not believe the choices we are left with. Whoever pushed for double eliminations should be fired!! How are we supposed to get to know them when they leave so fast. Please find a way to fix the mess of this year's final four! It's really made me look forward to another networks design reality show, much better production.

Posted by hgtvbigfan – August 22, 2007 3:29 PM

I cannot believe this episode. Has HGTV lost it? Why would you let anyone with trailer trash taste be in charge of eliminating a designer because they have the talent to create a classy wedding design?? Where on earth did you dig up this couple? I am totally disappointed in HGTV and the way this season of Design Star is heading. Christina & Josh should be brought back! What a mess and what a dissappointment! I'm done!

Posted by KLUKETX – August 22, 2007 3:14 PM

This is my first year to watch Design Star and I expected it to be much more involved with actual design than it has been. It seems a lot the episodes have been focused on presenting difficult, almost impossible challenges. The time allotment for the wedding reception really disturbed me.
As a professional florist and event planner, I think it was putting the reception in jeopardy of being done on time, let alone having it executed with any taste.
When the challenge was presented to the designers, my first and only instinct was that the wedding decor' is for the bride and it should be tasteful and romantic. The groom should have been less involved with his insistence for "showy and tacky."
I was surprised that Christine was voted off as I would have done exactly the same thing.
So this makes me think.....was the couple coached, or hand picked because of the odd choices they wanted in their reception?
I don't think they represent even 1% of American engaged couples, and it looks like HGTV went out of their way to find the most difficult couple to work with.
I agree that Robb is over the top with his personality, but you heard what was said during the judging didn't you? They want someone "eccentric!"
I would love to see Kim win this competition, I think she's bright, clever, and NORMAL!!!

Posted by Cheryl – August 22, 2007 3:07 PM

i agree with just about everyones comments.... i relaize that as one viewer pointed out we see what the producers want us to see but it still doesnt mean the viewers cant figure out who is a good designer and has the qualities WE want to see on a show. after all most of us watch because we either want ideas or curious about what the trends are today in order to get our attention we need a fun person hosting yea im no designer or expert just an ordinary person thats watches HGTV heres a WILD thought why not choose the panel that will be judges for next years show from the viewers themselves.... that could be a very interesting show

Posted by Countriboy – August 22, 2007 1:49 PM

Okay. Let me get this straight. Will and Josh WIN the first challenge. Josh wins the second challenge. Will's design is chosen as one of the best (should have been the best) in the third challenge - then Will's on the chopping block and Josh is canceled in the fourth challenge? So, if I get an A+ on my first test, an A on my second test, then a C on my third, does that mean I've failed the class? MEANWHILE Robb hangs a car door and throws around hideously ugly pillows in the first challenge (sounds like an F to me), then does a gargantuanly tacky and fake "Tuscany" (cough) kitchen in the second challenge (give him a D, at best for that one) AND Todd does NO designing in the first challenge (okay, maybe a B, at BEST), a hideously fake Tuscan kitchen in the second challenge (again, a D), and they're both still on the show? EXPLAIN THIS, PLEASE, JUDGES!! How can you get rid of Sparkle Josh and put Will on the chopping block when they've done such wonderful work throughout, EVEN if you didn't like their work in MAYBE ONE challenge? HMMMMMMM? What a friggin' joke you people are. I'm sooooo disappointed that I'll have no Design Star to watch on Sunday nights now. What a sham this season was! I KNOW you're trying to get more men to watch your show (by giving Todd his own show - thought we were stupid, didn't you?), but you've enormously betrayed your core HGTV audience this season. You should be ashamed (and I'm guessing you will be, when you see the ratings of the rest of this season and your new Design Star's show). I never thought I could be so mad about a t.v. show. I think it's because I hate phoniness. This show reminds me of the $64,000 question. What a crock it was from the start. You had your design star picked from day one, didn't you? Only problem was, you didn't consult your audience! Go jump in a lake.

Posted by Kathy Gardner – August 22, 2007 12:43 PM

Your comments are right on target. It was a great episode and I loved it. It made me yearn for my wedding (just a little over a year ago) and made me happy to watch this transpire. Oh, the work involved!! The designers did a great job and were oh so entertaining.

I was heartbroken to see Sparkle Josh leave. He is a top star in my opinion. I just loved him from the start and he was someone I could remember and would enjoy watching his show in the future. I also loved his "cheap" shopping methods. He's one I could definately connect with and I hope he comes back to TV again. He's great.

As far as watching Robb. Until he gets rid of his attitude, he's not going to get far with the viewers. I think I'd boycott his show just because he's a jerk.

Posted by Holly – August 22, 2007 11:37 AM

I feel Rob failed and he is so annoying. He would lie on his own mother to win. Its a good thing he had others there to complete his design. When Rob was talking to the bride and groom he told them he forgot the picture of the jukebox...what picture? I don't remember seeing a picture. I really enjoy this show and I would hope the judges are reviewing their selections as the tv fans are seeing what they aren't.

Posted by Marilyn – August 22, 2007 11:33 AM

Well, I still keep waiting to wake up from this nightmare! I am glad to see that others are in shock over the last show. Sparkle Josh gone? I think that the PTB at HGTV may realize it was a huge mistake about Josh. I really don't think that this will be the last we see him. Another channel will sign him up and a lot of us will be watching!!!

Posted by grandduchess1 – August 22, 2007 11:21 AM

The Show is moving way too fast. That tacky design of Robb was something out of a nightmare. I watch design shows to get "better" ideas on how to handle spaces in my own home. I want something a step up not down. I expect a designer to help me more clearly express my ideas in classy, economic way. This couple had no taste except to say "McDonalds" was a step up for them. They could had their reception in one of the drive through chapels. It was unfair to have a designer let go because she attempted to show them a better way. Alson, it is way too obvious that Robb doesn't like Will. He lied about Will's work. I wouldn't watch him. I may watch Will or Kim. But I was disappointed when no one addressed the obvious lie of Robb about Will. Will's style is not my style but a large amount of urban young people do watch HGTV. I liked his thoughtfulness and being from the south, I would watch him.

Posted by Yvonne – August 22, 2007 9:38 AM

I've been reading the blogs for this season's HGTV Design Star and I'm disappointed in the comments I am seeing about the judges. People keep blaming Vern and Company for dropping contestants whom they like from the competition, but can't they see the tough position the judges are in?

Their job, in the challenges so far, has been to judge DESIGN. Not personality. And even though most people don't like Robb (justly so), his designs have been excellent. You have to give him that credit. In fact, the scary thing is, if he had his own show, we would probably see some great design concepts. However, Robb has been so unpleasant in Design Star that most viewers would harbor bad feelings towards him and not watch his show.

Don't you think the judges know this? Look at the difficult position they are in! Robb is an excellent designer, but he's a jerk. In all fairness, they have to award him his due based on the challenges, not behind-the-scenes- backstabbing. And Todd comes across most of the time as a one-dimensional kid who needs to grow up, but he has also shown some unique design concepts. The judges are stuck. They can't eliminate these two guys until they actually create a terrible design, which they haven't done yet.

Give the judges a break. I think they are all excellent and balance each other admirably. Vern's experience in television is a solid foundation upon which to judge, and Cynthia's creative freshness is a priceless asset. Martha has the common sense and sharp character observations to help guide Vern and Cynthia to the next design star. They are a perfect team. I have total faith in them. So give them a break. It is not their fault that Robb is a jerk, that Sparkle Josh (everyone's favorite--including mine) couldn't cut it in the competitions. Don't forget--the viewer has the final say. Use your power--vote for the best design star when the time comes!

John

Posted by John – August 22, 2007 7:10 AM

I have to wonder why the couple was not eliminated from consideration when it was discovered that their tastes were totally incompatible. Red and black Vegas, with fairy tale lavender and white? Yet Will actually presented an idea that played down their poor taste and would have worked.
Rob's ill-conceived, incredibly ugly plan was saved from total disaster by the hard work and cooperation of the team.
I was disappointed that Vern asked Robb who was the weakest link. The judges have to know that Robb has been gunning for Will from the start.
The question gave Robb an opening for more bullying tactics, and he lied. Will's contributions to the effort were as valuable as those of anyone else.

Posted by Maribeth – August 22, 2007 5:50 AM

Call back Christina. UNFAIR COMPETITION!

Christina is a classy INTERIOR DESIGNER and
NOT a trashy Vegas Wedding Planner!!! She
did not sign up to compete as a Wedding Planner
for Vegas weddings. She signed up to compete
as an Interior Desinger. Call her back. What
a foolish mistake in every aspect. SHe was already the star of your show and you just eliminated your "star". Watch your ratings drop now. Whomever chose the couple and offered the services of these designers to create such a tacky wedding, on TV yet, is the one who should be eliminated. Christina was your most charming,
popular and beautiful contestant whom always looked excited and eager to compete. Her designs were beautiful as well. You match
her with tacky and she can't relate. If you
want to teach her anything constructive then
teach her about selling, not about creating
trash. She did the most respectful design in
order to save the couple from humiliation.
She went with tradition, beauty and elegance
because this is who she is. She can't relate
to combining tacky bold colored gambling icons
with delicate pastel table top decor! So the
person who can relate best to tack wins this
weeks competition. If I were to do some research on the type of designer I wanted to bring into my "classy" home, I would never seek
out a winner of you Vegas competition! I think
this would be especially hard for a female to
envision. Whomever designed the Vegas challenge
clearly doesn't understand the type of Design Star that your viewers or your judges have in mind. Do you think a Wedding Planner and an Interior Designer are the same occupation????
They are NOT! Therefore your elimination of
Christina was UNFAIR. Even your own contestants were shocked and upset at her elimination and she was their biggest threat. How foolish your
executives look. You should stop trying to copy other shows and just concentrate on your own. Maybe you should write a "mission statement" on what your Design Star should be like and then make your decisions on design tasks around that.
This would be much more ethical, reliable and
FOCUSED! I wonder what your legal contract says?
Maybe you are in violation.

Posted by Marie – August 22, 2007 3:59 AM

This show just confirmed my thoughts - Design Star, along with their judges, have lost all credibility. It ceased to be an excellent program about selecting a truly unique, likeable television personality. It ceased to select individuals who have talent and charisma. It sold out. It is so obvious they are choosing Todd - to prove that "real men" can watch HGTV and still maintain their "masculinity". Todd does back flips and somersaults on "work sites"! Is this professional? If any designer would pull that stunt with a client - he'd be fired on the spot. Would you like YOUR designer performing athletic stunts in your living room??? If anything, think of the insurance liability. This is all in an effort to prove Todd is not a "girly man" in order to increase ratings.

I lost all respect for the judges when they approved of Todd's skateboard ramp in an apartment! How in the world could they praise this???? It's fine in a gym - but NOT in an apartment.

Furthermore, as a gay male, I resent the blantant manipulation of the heterosexual female and gay male audience by displaying Todd, constantly, without his shirt. Does HGTV think they are impressing me?

HGTV - Your channel will never be ESPN and Design Star is NOT Bay Watch. Don't try be something you're NOT.

HGTV - In one fell swoop, you ruined a highly rated, entertaining television show. Moreover, you lost my respect.

Posted by Don – August 22, 2007 2:05 AM

How about a show where the cameras follow Sparkle Josh around shopping? Anything! Just bring him back!

Posted by miL – August 22, 2007 1:23 AM

First, I adore this show! I am a devoted, nightly viewer of HGTV and this is the BEST of the BEST! Clive is excellent as always in hosting and keeping the drama going. Before I comment on this season's show, I would like to highly commend David Bromstad on his inspiring show. He is so talented and I love the fact that he creates a one-of-a-kind art piece for each client. He and Danielle work so well together and I am thrilled that the show has been renewed for another season! Now on to this year...So far I think the Judges have been spot on with the eliminations. I must agree with other bloggers that I was sad to see "Sparkle Josh" go this week as I think he is a wonderful designer and obviously a warm and special person. I hope that he gets his "Big Break" because of this competition! In terms of the remaining 4, my guess is that Rob will be eliminated in the next round---his personality on air is abrasive and this overrides his talent. Todd is an incredible artist and he is very handsome but unless the HGTV execs are looking for an edgy, off-the-wall show (and they might be) I am not sure viewers would relate well to him. That leaves Kim and Will. Kim is a gem, talented, kind and watchable, She is so hardworking and I would bet that either she (or Sparkle Josh) would be voted most well-liked among all the designers. But, at the end of the day (often when I watch), Will is the most talented designer! He has consistently demonstrated his grasp of color, function, responsiveness to clients and he has a calm, hardworking demeanor. I respect him for standing up to Robb and for always being true to himself and his vision. Obviously I don't know what the final result will be, but on the basis of all the criteria set forth by the Judges---Will should be the next Design Star!!!

Posted by Linda Joy – August 22, 2007 12:17 AM

Sunday’s evening show was a disaster. HGTV/design star is in need of new judges. All of the designers who show were canceled demonstrated passion and personality and the ability to host a design show. Robb is arrogant, and who wants ‘that’ in their home. I also agree, that Todd is completely stuck on himself and his chaotic design style belongs in a cage. Josh J. had talent and taste; I hope someone picks him up to do a show, now that he is available. Josh J. has illustrated to America that he is qualified and respected designer on a national level. Will’s designs are great also, and he has a good eye for design because he is an active listener. Will has always accomplished what was required of him; his interpersonal skills are to be commended. Kudos to Christina, Kim, Adriana, Josh F. and Scott. Your enthusiasm and passion for great design will always be remembered.

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

What else can I say that everyone else hasn't already said. The reception was the worst thing I have ever seen in my life. I would have broke down into histerical bawling if I had walked into that reception. It was aweful. All I can say is this years design star is a bust. just finish the show and move on. Lets get some better ways to eliminate people next season. I love David. He rocks. His show is awesome. the rooms are always beautiful and very well put together. He is just a dream to watch and I love him not having his shirt on. He is way hot and I enjoy get my eye candy as well as my design candy.

Posted by Rochelle – August 22, 2007 12:05 AM

Since when is a tasteless, tacky couple given enough power to completely eliminate a design star?? This couple had NO clue - purple and red????? Rockabilly? This isn't a sweet 16 party...it's a wedding!! Honestly! No surprise they chose tasteless Rob to do their wedding. But for those of us that DO have taste and love design, it was a real blow to lose Christina. She did so much right and I think her wedding design was good. The judges should be the judges throughout. You don't leave that kind of decision to two people who have no design skills. I was shocked and disappointed. As for the second elimination, how do you even decide who goes? Everyone is just setting up for a reception. What does that have to do with being a design star? It's just manual labor and following directions. I am so sad that Josh Sparkle went home. HGTV really blew it on this challenge. Christina and Josh should be brought back...they didn't make mistakes. This was HGTV's mistake. Keep it consistent. You should stick with the judges throughout or just let America choose the designer we want.

Posted by silvergirl22 – August 21, 2007 11:27 PM

This is the first time I have bothered to read blogs much less add my two cents worth. I agree with most of the postings and am disappointed that we don't see more of the individuals' designs and thought processes. I don't watch reality tv because I don't find it educational or amusing. HGTV is missing the boat with this season's show.I truly hope that the best designer left winds up winning but I'm not hopeful given the attitude of the show's producers.

Posted by ptdreamers – August 21, 2007 11:27 PM

The reason I watch Design Star or Project Runway or Top Chef for that matter is to see what the contestants do and then watch the judges critique them. So for me, the more contestants, the better the show. This season of Design Star is disappointing. Two contestants are getting booted off each episode. And I haven't seen a whole lot of rooms designed. Besides, Robb is more annoying than Adam Sandler and if I see Todd do one more backflip I'm gonna throw up. Get rid of these two testostrone laden neanderthals.

Posted by Mark Zdancewicz – August 21, 2007 11:19 PM

I don't necessarily like Sparkle Josh's taste or designs but he's fun to watch. I wouldn't watch Rob or Josh if they won because I simply do not care for their personalities. THey aren't inspiring individuals, they are competitors...I think I watch sports to get my fill. HGTV is about warm, charasmatic, inviting, and personable host that you would invite into your home. Sorry HGTV...you missed the mark on this season.

Posted by athomeinOregon – August 21, 2007 10:39 PM

To All Sparkle Josh Fans,
Sparkle Josh has just posted to his blog to thank everyone for their support and says to keep watching Design Star as he'll be appearing on the final episode on Sept. 16.

Anna

Posted by Anna – August 21, 2007 10:20 PM

I was truly dissappointed with the judges allowing Rob to disrespect Will who made a tremendous contribution to Rob's tacky design. This is my first time watching Design Star, and I am a great fan of HG TV. If the producers do not address Rob's disrespect of Will, I will no longer watch Design Star.

Posted by Laurissa – August 21, 2007 10:19 PM

I agree with most of the comments given above -- I will NOT watch a show that has Todd or Rob as the designers! I have liked Will and Kim and would have to wait and see about them as hosts. So far, Josh and Christina were my favorites and now that they are gone, I'm not real sure my TIVO will be set to tape again this season.

Posted by Courtney – August 21, 2007 9:30 PM

Loth Rob & Todd is to "RAD" for 40, but I love Will & Kim they both have sweet dispostitions.
"Sparkle" Josh was of my all time favorite. He has everything, personality, looks & talent. I'm sure we will see him again - I think he could teach Vern some design skills.

Posted by Shara – August 21, 2007 9:18 PM

As so many of the viewers are commenting--this is my first entry to a blog and my girlfriend and I have been watching last year and this year's show every one! We also watch Colorsplash. We know for sure, that with the exception of Will and possibly Kim, there is no one left whose show we will watch. We will definitely not turn on Rob or Todd (could he please get a shirt). They are both arrogant, mean-spirited, and just plain obnoxious. We will just have to continue to watch Colorsplash where there is a real star with talent and a good heart.

Posted by lalibela – August 21, 2007 9:13 PM

** NEWS FLASH**- The latest TREND among your viewers is that we all want our SPARKLE back! I was hooked every week because I enjoyed watching Josh. I don't feel the remaining contestants are captivating to watch, let alone host their own show- Josh was your guy! He's ecclectic and fabulous and different from any other host you have on the network to date. It's ironic that HGTV's website showcases various types of design styles that are out there today, yet the network runs shows that repeatedly employ the same design methods and treatments time and again. With the exception of Candace Olson, whom I adore for both her talent and wit (like Josh) most of the home makeovers are forgettable. Sparkle Josh would have brought a whole new shine to the network. What a shame.

Posted by Leslie – August 21, 2007 9:13 PM

I have been very disappointed in this year's Design Star. Robb is the most obnoxious person on the show with Todd being a close second. I hated to see "Sparkle" Josh go home as he had such personality but now I'm pulling for Will. He seems to be a really nice laid back person. If Robb or Todd win I know I won't be watching their show! I watch David Bromsteads show "Color Splash" all the time and thoroughly enjoy his show.

Posted by MillieT3 – August 21, 2007 9:07 PM

If Sparkle Josh had won a show - it would be the first of it's kind. Ratings would be higher than any other HGTV show. He was special and so different from the other designers on HGTV. People would have really tuned in just to spend "time" with Josh - what a personality! I live in Josh's hometown of Hendersonville and also know him to be a fantastic designer. Rob and Todd would both be ridiculous choices - I wouldn't let either one of them within a mile of touching my home. Sorry, Desgin Star, you have lost another viewer.

Posted by Elizabeth – August 21, 2007 7:44 PM

Well, this contest has sure taken a turn for me. Robb's (still don't like him, bad personality, HUGE ego)design was awful; but the couple liked it and it was all about pleasing the couple. He took charge and worked around all the problems. Now, if he could just do something about his ego. Todd continues to amaze me with his insight into how things should look. Kim was great; but she needs to speak up and become a little more vocal. Will, quiet and thoughtful; but right in his design decisions. I think Robb feels intimidated by him. Did you see the expression on his face when Will walked into the green room? I think he was expecting "Sparkle" Josh. Poor Sparkle, I think he was trying to please the judges more than the couple, by "bringing back the sparkle"; but it was too much. However, on the whole, everyone of these designers worked very hard to bring Robb's design to what the couple wanted. Let's see, final three - Will, Kim and Todd. But probably the only show I would watch would be Will's now that "Sparkle Josh" is gone. You have to admit, he would have been fun to watch.

Posted by Julie – August 21, 2007 6:55 PM

I was totally upset when they judged Christina and Josh off the show!!! They were the 2 best one's, and I thikk the judges are out of there minds!!! I hope Sparkle Josh and Christina get stardom over all this, because they deserve it!!!

Posted by ANGEL – August 21, 2007 6:41 PM

I couldn't possibly watch Todd or Robb if they win. However, like others have stated, Will and 'Sparkle' Josh would really work in a design show Josh would fill in on the personality and add his glitz and Will would bring in his amazing taste and tone down Mr. Sparkles when needed. I was a big fan of 'Designer Guys'. There should be another duo show. Maybe we cn set up a petition, because if they choose Robb or Todd that show will literally get canceled. No one would watch it.

Posted by missinsprklejsh – August 21, 2007 5:50 PM

I love this show! We watch as a family and even my kids are watching this year. Can't believe how negative folks are on these message boards but wanted to thank you for your blog and glad to hear you're loving the show as much as we do.
We don't always agree with who is eliminated but it certainly makes for some spirited conversations around our house!
A lot of people in our neighborhood watch so we're thinking of having viewing parties at different homes each week now until the end. Fun right?

Posted by youngnfun – August 21, 2007 5:36 PM

I was so sick I wanted to throw up when Sparkle Josh was eliminated. I think Mr Vern Yip needs to be replaced. Just because he likes the designs of Todd and Rob don't mean they are good. I know I can't change the outcome of this but I will not be watching the rest of the show because of those two idiots. Who on earth would want to watch Todd turn flips on the furniture or listen to Rob smart off to every one. I have been a die hard fan of HGTV and even watch the reruns over again but this mess has turned me off on the whole thing. You need to get on the phone and call Sparkle Josh back and get rid of the other two clowns. Have you read the blogs? HGTV take notice. Don't turn your show into a circus.

Posted by edna wilson – August 21, 2007 5:25 PM

I agree with just about everyone here. I was so sad to see Christine and Sparkly Josh go, and for no real reason. I also think the couple were a setup from HGTV. No one would really want that design for their wedding reception. How much were they paid to say what they did? I'm disappointed by the show this year also. The team challenges don't let an individual show their real stuff, so how do you know who would be good hosting a show or even having a show. The challenges last year were so much better and really let a designer show what they could do. I think Will and Josh would be great in a show together, as they were in the beginning. I also think the judges should give everyone a chance to talk, especially when one person is accused of something like Robb accused Will of being the weakest link. Don't the judges watch the whole video of what's happening when they're working? They should be if they really want to judge fairly. Will worked the hardest and always seems to, but he wasn't allowed to really speak up and say anything, and no one stood up for him. JUDGES - Get It Together! If it's only Robb and Todd left, I'll vote for Vern!

Posted by Nalani – August 21, 2007 5:22 PM

You go Robb! He clearly has talent, leadership skills - and most important - ability to design and fulfill the wishes of the clients - no matter what he might think personally - as seen in the wedding competition.

Robb is there to compete, not necessarily to "schmooze" with his "design star" competitors. Stay true to yourself, Robb (and smile once in a while!)LK

Posted by L.J.Kagel – August 21, 2007 4:57 PM

2 days later and I'm still reeling after the elimination of sparkle Josh! I found I'm not able to watch episode 4 reruns as it just makes me sick and depressed! I haven't seen anything Todd has done to show he's capable of designing and can't figure out why he's still around. Robb is demonic, and Kim made me sick the way she kissed up to Robb saying he's a great manager...oh give me a break! The only one who has a mind of his own is Will and I can't see him hosting a show. Why couldn't sparkle name who he thought was his toughest competitor? B/C he doesn't have one--they're all horrible!

I think everyone should tune out for episode 5 so they can watch their ratings go down the drain!

Venting,
Anna

Posted by Anna – August 21, 2007 4:33 PM

Robb gets on my nerves- he thinks he is a know it all- he doesn't represent the hgtv network - he is not a team player. Kim is great and I hope she goes all the way

Posted by jvresmokey – August 21, 2007 4:29 PM

I loved last season's Design Star - and watch David every week. He has "style" which Robb and Todd seem to lack. Todd is a great carpenter and would do a great job working on someone else's design show. Robb just needs to go - didn't like him from the "get-go". Will has class but needs to improve his image - loved how well he and Sparkle Josh worked together. Kim has potential and guess time will tell. I pray that Will or Kim are in the finals, because like most of the bloggers, I cannot vote for Robb or Todd.

Posted by AJohnson – August 21, 2007 3:35 PM

I am sad because Christina and Sparkle Josh were eliminated. I liked both of them very much.

I'm angry because Robb and Todd are still there. Todd is very immature and we haven't seen much variation to his design concepts. Everything has to do with his 'playground mentality'. Robb is just a nasty personality and I can't imagine having him come in and do a room in my home. What if he disagreed with what you want? Not a pretty thought, my friends.

I think Will and Kim are both very nice people and have a lot of great design ideas. I actually thought that Will's design for the reception was the best but I didn't get to choose, did I? LOL I think Robb was ugly to him at the end because he recognizes that Will is the most talented and wants him gone.

Think good thoughts for Kim and Will this upcoming week people!
Sue

Posted by Sue – August 21, 2007 3:26 PM

As for this challenge, I think it is the dumbest one they have had. That said, they eliminated Christina the same way they eliminated one of the black twins last season when his presentation was the worst. What's the beef? And why all the rude comments about trailer trash? Most people living in mobile homes are not trashy. I think most people don't like Robb and are mad that he won this time. Shame! Give him his moment of glory like you did the others when they won like Sparkle. Sure, Robb has an abrasive personality but he's cute and sexy and may just be a great show host. Give him time. David Bromstad is much better now then when he won the Design Star last season. It's a learning process. I say congrats to the team for working well with one another and giving the couple what they wanted and congrats to Robb.

Posted by Dee Dee Cee – August 21, 2007 3:21 PM

I am truly disappointed in this seasons show. Myself and everyone I know that watches HGTV all agree that if Todd or Robb win this design star - no one will watch it! I can not believe they are still in the competition. I agree with others who have voiced it - a fantastic hgtv show would be the duo of Will and Sparkle Josh - it would be an overnight success. I hope enough people write in to the network to make it happen!

Posted by bw – August 21, 2007 3:05 PM

Todd...boo! Robb...double boo!

Posted by mirbrooks – August 21, 2007 2:37 PM

Wow... after reading all of these comments I almost decided not to comment. I think most of them have said what I wanted to say. I never missed an episode the first season and I don't plan to miss one this season either. Having said that... If that self absorbed egotistical obnoxious ROB goes any farther I may have to eat my words and quit watching. Josh and Scott had the personalities and the talent. Kim and Will better make it to the end... at least then you would have a competition on your hands. I sure wouldn't watch, much less care who won if the last show ends up to be Rob and Todd nor would I watch any show either one of them hosts.

Posted by Jacque – August 21, 2007 2:37 PM

The show this season is disappointing. Why are they eliminating two people on each show? My only guess is that it is cheaper to get the show done in less weeks. Doing this show in Las Vegas this year must be expensive. This last show with the wedding reception, even the judges cringed when they saw the reception room. Can't believe the bride and groom wanted that for their reception.

Posted by Cindy – August 21, 2007 2:14 PM

HGTV- I echo the same sentiments of justwhoiam. If Rob or Todd win, I won't be watching their show. Todd needs a show for Sesame Street. He's so immature and his antics of falling off the table and skateboarding have no class for HGTV. What has he really designed anyway that keeps him on the show? Is it because he's tall and blond?
And Rob is so arrogant (and now hateful) that he doesn't deserve a show. What did Will do to him other than tell him the colors weren't working for the wedding? Will helped do everything. I think combine a show with Will and Kim; we need a black perspective anyway on HGTV.

Posted by Natalie Johnson – August 21, 2007 2:06 PM

The wedding couple said Will got the colors right on and could not believe the colors could come together as nice as Will presented them. I don't think the judges got to see that clip for some reason. Rob has been scheming in the last 2 episodes, from hiding items at the 99 cent store to presenting 1 color chip stack to the couple but delivering something else. (Bait and switch) The judges do not seem to see everything the viewers see and because of this they judged Will far too harshly based on Robb's word.

Could Clyde have given an even harsher comment to Will during the elimination than what we heard on the air? ##### Watch the repeat again at the very end when it is only Will and Josh on the stage. Notice when Clyde says, "Will..." At this point the sound editors did a very poor audio edit job to dub over Clyde's real comment. Clyde says "Your leader said you were the weakest link" with a very high treble and with a gainy hiss recording and then the hiss goes away and the bass is back on. WHAT DID CLYDE REALLY TELL WILL? By the look of Will's face it may have been too harsh and they knew the viewers would think so.###### Hang in there Will!!!

Posted by Mike C – August 21, 2007 2:00 PM

This weeks challenge was horrible. It was two people who got to decide who went home and never got to see any of their other work. I think that the judges should have been there when the couple were going to choose. Then the judges would have got to see their boards and they could eliminate by that. And I think that they should stop elimination at Christina because the rest of the show was just about Robb's design and putting it together.
I really liked Sparkle Josh and was sad to see him go. I thought he had a great personality, but I never actually loved most of his ideas or designs. I would have definatly watch him but I wasn't sure he could keep up his own show.
I truly belive that if Todd was by himself and doing his own show,he wouldn't be that bad. I just want to see him do a practical living space. Will is the best designer, but I think his show would be kind of boring because he doesn't have that outstanding personaltiy like Josh. Kim surprised me. I never thought she would make it this far. I think she needs to step it up just a little. I can't see her having her own show yet. Robb is just annyoing.

Posted by Katalina – August 21, 2007 1:21 PM

Whew! I can't believe all of these comments! It's huge. I sure hope HGTV reads these and gets the message that the viewers are so unhappy this week. I completely agree with thE fact that Robb needs to go. He isn't a designer - he is a manipulator and cheat! He just creates a mess! (old car door on wall???)

Josh and Christina had personality and design ability and charm! Robb should have been voted off for caring out a tacky request. Will's presentation was wonderful and the tacky wedding couple should have been directed by the producers to choose Will's because then we the viewer could have had something to inspire us this week. (that is why I watch Design Star - for the design ideas and inspiration) But we have NOTHING EXCEPT FRUSTRATION! We don't have Josh's sparkle, nor Christina's sparkling smile - we just have memory of Robb's mess that the public thinks is awful as well. HGTV/Design Star why did you let that show go on the air? It was humiliating to so many!!!

I have decided to boycott HGTV this week. I have taken it out of my rotation and will not view it at all (& that is hard because there are several shows that I love that are my regulars) but it is the principle. I think your station and show have really lacked good quality this season on Design Star; -- to find a STAR that the public cares about and loves -- not some three-rings Circus Circus from Las Vegas that we can hardly view and that makes any sense.

Please Please Please get rid of Robb! He is bad! I will not watch a Show that has him in it - ever! Why can't Martha and Cynthia convince Vern to get rid of him!?!

I would really like to see the judges to have the opportunity to view the entire episode prior to making their decisions. If they could see what we see, they would have better ability to know why we the viewers are so up in arms this week. If Robb isn't voted off this week, then HGTV/Design Star: YOUR SHOW is Cancelled !*!*!

Posted by reena – August 21, 2007 12:46 PM

Robb- hate him, would not spend 5 minutes watching him on an HGTV show.

Todd- Cowabunga aside, he can be interesting for maybe 4 shows then you would tire of the backflips.

Kim- Growing on me. More depth than I realized at first.

Wil- Definitely a great designer. I have liked every bit of his work.

Sparkle Josh- My favorite TV personality this year. I just love his wit. Give him a shopping show! Let people invite him into their home, with a problem area & he can shop his way to a solution. I would not get tired of watching him.

Christina- Nice person, but I never really felt her vibe other than ex sorority girl.

Posted by Kyle Kid – August 21, 2007 11:09 AM

I was sooooooo disappointed with the last episode. That wedding reception was the tackiest mess I have ever seen and THAT couple got to eliminate one person. I never watch reality shows of any kind, because I think we have reached an all time low with that crap. However, I love Designed to Sell and many of the other make over shows on HGTV. So I gave Design Star a chance and what a disappointment this season. If Robb(I am better than ANYONE) or Todd (I can't keep my feet on the floor) win this contest I will never watch there show again. I would burn my TV if either one of these guys were the only thing on TV to watch. Eliminating Josh was the biggest mistake ever. Shopping IS part of the design. He saved that stupid kitchen mess. What were you thinking? It just proves what I have always felt about reality TV. The worst of the worst is what people watch. It is like a train wreck, they can't look away. BUT, I WILL NOT watch either of those two guys.

Posted by Wanda – August 21, 2007 9:38 AM

I've been reading the blogs for this season's HGTV Design Star and I'm disappointed in the comments I am seeing about the judges. People keep blaming Vern and Company for dropping contestants whom they like from the competition, but can't they see the tough position the judges are in?

Their job, in the challenges so far, has been to judge DESIGN. Not personality. And even though most people don't like Robb (justly so), his designs have been excellent. You have to give him that credit. In fact, the scary thing is, if he had his own show, we would probably see some great design concepts. However, Robb has been so unpleasant in Design Star that most viewers would harbor bad feelings towards him and not watch his show.

Don't you think the judges know this? Look at the difficult position they are in! Robb is an excellent designer, but he's a jerk. In all fairness, they have to award him his due based on the challenges, not behind-the-scenes- backstabbing. And Todd comes across most of the time as a one-dimensional kid who needs to grow up, but he has also shown some unique design concepts. The judges are stuck. They can't eliminate these two guys until they actually create a terrible design, which they haven't done yet.

Give the judges a break. I think they are all excellent and balance each other admirably. Vern's experience in television is a solid foundation upon which to judge, and Cynthia's creative freshness is a priceless asset. Martha has the common sense and sharp character observations to help guide Vern and Cynthia to the next design star. They are a perfect team. I have total faith in them. So give them a break. It is not their fault that Robb is a jerk, that Sparkle Josh (everyone's favorite--including mine) couldn't cut it in the competitions. Don't forget--the viewer has the final say. Use your power--vote for the best design star when the time comes!

John

Posted by John – August 21, 2007 7:53 AM

I watched all the shows last year, and am still watching all of them this year because I am so curious to see who the voters decide is the next Design Star. As we watch, we are forced to see Robb take shots are whomever he choses, not acknowledge the hard work of his team mates...and without that team, that tacky reception would have been even worse. Attacking Will with the 'weakest link' remark was horrible, the judges had video to show Todd and Will basically prepared the entire room before Sir Robb made an appearance. Kim is going to 'blow' if she's treated as a lackey much longer. Had Will not addressed the colors of the poker chips, that wouldn't have been covered. And Christina, couldn't help the 'southern girl' in her, its in me also and I'm almost 60 years old!!!!! Todd and Will made Robb's plan happen...it shouldn't have happened to begin with...but without them and Sparkle Josh...there would have been no reception. One note I'd like to make, look at Christina's clip when she was told to leave the show, notice Todd's eyes...he was shocked...and not happy about it. I see Todd and Will at the end, and my vote will be for Will. Unless for some reason Wayne Newton don't like him!!! And guys, Wayne Newton grew up in Stevenson AL...there ain't much going on there in the smart department!!!!

Posted by Kathy West – August 21, 2007 7:44 AM

I am crushed that Josh was eliminated last night. He was my favorite from day one! He has style, looks, personality, glam, and so much creativity. Not to mention Sparkle! I agree he is a class act! I could definately see him as the next Design Star. I hope they give Josh his own show. I would definately watch it! Sparkle Josh Rocks!!!! ;-)

Posted by Centauri – August 21, 2007 2:54 AM

I too hated to see my favorites, Christina and Sparkle Josh go. Love the co-host idea, with Josh and Christina or Josh and Will. I also liked Scott-he went way too early. Christina reminds me of a young Kitty Bartholomew. I'd love to see her on a show that highlights tasteful traditional living with coastal cottages, Georgian mansions, fine art and antiques etc-with a modern eclectic twist. (Nothing too stuffy)

I'm also disappointed with this years Design Star, as well as most of the HGTV lineup.
HGTV needs to rid itself of the producers of these childish and outlandish shows and get back to great design. The Design Star designers deserve to be judged on their own merit and designs, not group projects. The physicality of some of the projects seem to favor the men. My sister-in-law is a designer. I've seen her touch-up minor imperfections, but she's never had to assemble and hang kitchen cabinets. You can understand construction without actually doing it-that's why you hire carpenters-(like Candice Olson does and her designs are gorgeous and classy).

Enough of the crazy design challenges. Who would want their name associated with such lame projects.

And what the heck has happened to Vern. I loved him on Trading Spaces, but he's becoming the Simon Cowell of Design Stars.

Posted by Midwest Mavin – August 21, 2007 2:23 AM

I agree with the person who said that Will and Sparkle Josh work well together. Together they would make for a good show. Todd's blue room was a joke. Who would live in a room like that. And Robb, well, he's just rude. I agreed with the cuts until last night.

Posted by M. Gardner – August 21, 2007 1:57 AM

Well, I finally got to see the rest of the show. Didn't change my opinion much. I'd like to give a suggestion to HGTV Development Department. WHEN Kim or Will wins, (because there is no way viewers will vote for Todd or Robb against anyone else) the new Design Star's show will need a support staff (Just like David has Danielle...). Many people say Will lacks the polish to speak as a host needs to do, and Kim hesitates in making her opinions clear and then standing her ground. With Kim's cultured vocal abilities, let her do the majority of speaking. Will has TONS of design talent and has the most practical, common sense approach I've seen in HGTV (except maybe for Lisa LaPorta??). Then, to make it "perfect" and to ensure that the designs for each show are completed successfully, maybe you need to hire someone to guarantee the supplies for the design are purchased correctly.... maybe someone like Sparkle Josh! The Design on a Dime teams consist of three people who thrive on working TOGETHER, and supporting each other, and ENJOYING each other. This show would just be a slightly more elaborate version, not quite to "penny-pinching". I started watching HGTV because I couldn't afford to hire an expensive designer to do expensive remodels on my home. I would LOVE a show that showed sensible, practical, ATTRACTIVE design, but on a slightly higher scale. Sometimes D-on-D is off the wall trying to cut back costs. This would be a perfect compromise between D-on-D and Divine Design. PLEASE HGTV, consider a REAL LIFE DESIGN show starring Will, Kim and Josh.

Posted by pareed610 – August 21, 2007 1:36 AM

So, here it is ... 27 hours later, and I'm still angry about this show. I posted last night because I was in shock and disbelief. Tonight I'm here because I'm upset that I still feel like crying, even though (YES) I know this is just a TV show. The single positive thing has been reading these posts and seeing the amazing love most of us have for Sparkle Josh ... C'mon, HGTV ... this is Design STAR, right? The STAR was obvious from the minute he walked in!

Like a lot of you, I'm feeling disgruntled about the whole presentation of this year's series. The double eliminations, the hurried-up feel of everything, the bizarre editing ... I feel insulted. I watch HGTV to feel inspired, but lately (and NOT just with Design Star, but with most of the shows), I feel like I'm being dictated-to.

Sparkle Josh has true star-qualities. He is gracious, charming, talented, and personable. And just sooooo darned likeable. HGTV should seriously consider that we want to see hosts that we'd like to have in our own homes, and I don't know about the rest of you, but I'd LOVE to have Josh bedazzle me anytime!

If HGTV hasn't already offered him a show of his own, their loss. Someone surely will, because he just "sparkles" with genuine personality, and I can only hope that someone from HGTV is reading this blog and knows how we feel.

In a nutshell, I'm very disappointed with this year's edition of Design Star. Last year's gave us two finalists who were very deserving and difficult to choose between. This year, as I've already said, I'm done watching. I'll watch the reunion show just to see Sparkle Josh and Scott again, but I don't really care who wins, because I no longer care to watch.

Posted by Rainey – August 21, 2007 1:21 AM

I am unhappy that this season is so rushed. Why do they continue to eliminate 2 people after each challenge? The show this week was just wrong. To eliminate Christina because the couple had to pick the design they liked least was not fair. Do not even get me started on the unfairness of elminating a second designer. Josh did nothing wrong and his elimination was outrageous. Now that there are only 4 left, all further challenges should be individual. Unfortunately, if two are eliminated next week we will be down to 2 and the show will be over in two weeks. I am wondering why I looked forward to this second season. Apparently HGTV did not want the show to last very long. I hope there is a season 3 and that it is not rushed like this one. Also, please make most of the challenges individual challenges. Finally, I wonder whether Todd can create a useable space and I cannot imagine watching a show hosted by Rob.

Posted by RJR – August 21, 2007 1:08 AM

I agree with 99% of the comments here: the person with the best TV personality and flair is Sparkle Josh. I would love the viewing audience to be given the chance to vote for who we want to see hosting a show - Sparkle would win hands down!! What about a show about staging houses for sale? (not re-modeling them). Or a show on how to furnish and decorate a new/first home?? He would be great at that. And I agree that a co-host with Will would be great - they could play off each other and make it a really fun show to watch.

It looks as though the only people who want to see Robber and Toddler continue are the Judges. What are they smoking?? Do they not read these posts? Do they not care that HGTV will lose all credibility and viewers if either of them win?

Where can we get a petition together to bring the Sparkle back to this show??

Posted by AnnoyedwithHGTV – August 21, 2007 1:03 AM

What happened to " As a designer it is your responsibility to bring the best to the client"...(Vern Yip) Josh's design of the wedding reception was a top design. Sorry the couple lacked taste.
What more could he have done but shop, etc.? It was not his design and he was not even choosen by Robb as the weakest link. Todd needs a show but I have yet to see if it should be on HGTV. Will has a repreve, but for my taste needs to work on diction,strength,and flair.The design star is gone.

Posted by Dee – August 21, 2007 12:31 AM

ATTENTION HGTV PRODUCERS AND JUDGES!!
Since this is a Vegas Design Star let's have a wild card!! Let's raise the stakes and bring back a designer for the final! Let the audience vote for the designer they would like to see back on the show. Take the top 3 and let the judges choose the wild card winner!! I will bet Sparkle Josh will be in the top 3!!

I really liked the way Will and Josh worked together. They were a great team! An HGTV show with two southern gentlemen designing and shopping together across the U.S. would be fabulous!

I think the judges really liked Josh and it was difficult to see him go. And I agree with a previous post that we have NOT seen the last of Sparkle Josh! Since he's not getting his own show (well, unless he gets chosen as a wild card) he will be a fantasic host for any number of HGTV specials.

However, Todd...an Extreme Theme type show would be great for him! I loved his 99 cent room. Very creative.

Posted by Eileen – August 21, 2007 12:26 AM

Will and Sparkle Josh should have their own show together. They have great chemistry. I remember in the first episode that Sparkle Josh said something about calling themselves "Ebony and Ivory", I thought that was a hoot! If Rob or Todd win, I would not watch a show with them as the hosts. Also maybe Christina could be a guest designer on Will and Sparkle Josh's show! That is a show I would watch.

Posted by Vic – August 21, 2007 12:21 AM

www.myspace.com/dieselpowerrobb

i have been checking out robb's myspace as he comments after every episode. its kind of cool to get his perspective.

Posted by lauren – August 21, 2007 12:13 AM

I cannot believe robb is still on the show...I love hgtv..it is the only chanell I watch and I have to say Robb is horrible and I will not watch his show. Please dont let him win. JOSH COME BACK!!!!!!!!

Posted by Eloah – August 21, 2007 12:10 AM

I love Todd. I picked him BEFORE the 1st show aired. I hope he wins and I think he has what it takes. If he does I have another show to watch. I am disappointed in the double eliminations each week as it makes for a shorter season. I think they have more money than that, but maybe they'll put more into a series about putting the new show together. I'd love to see Todd do nautical rooms all over the west coast for college kids. What a way to get young people interested in design!

Posted by Jana – August 20, 2007 11:39 PM

My husband and I are very disappointed with this season's show. The judges and writers are out of their minds. Should Rob or Todd win we could not possibly watch their show. It'd be easier to rent "Dazed & Confused".

Christina is lovely. Josh has the personality to star in his own show and ENGAGE an audience. Will is the only one left with solid design skills and experience. Better luck next year HGTV. We think the writers and producers should be cancelled.

Posted by Cindy & Dave – August 20, 2007 11:35 PM

Robb's arrogance has nauseated me all along, but last night when he said, "You're kidding me" when Will entered the green room--that was the last straw.

Along with many others, I think that a show starring Robb or Todd (somebody buy that boy a shirt!!) would be a complete train wreck.

Will is a gentleman, as well as a fabulous designer. I think he would be great with his own show, as long as he didn't have to keep pulling Robb's knife out of his back. Will would definitely rise to the challenge of a show, as David B. has.

HGTV--the only reason I will be watching the rest of this season is to see if you care at all about your audience's opinions. Remember: if lots of us stop watching, your valued demographic will diminish to the point that you won't be able to get sponsors, let alone charge them big bucks for ads on your channel.

I would also love to see a show with Will and Sparkle Josh working together.

This is my first blog EVER, and I wouldn't be writing at all if I weren't so concerned that HGTV and the three judges are about to make a HUGE mistake.

Posted by Jean Ehrman – August 20, 2007 11:18 PM

Last week I said that I loved, loved, loved Design Star - well after last night's show ... WHAT WERE YOU THINKING??? I'm not in love with this show anymore! It's like you took the two most obnoxious people EVER on Design Star - (do I even need to say?) Robb and Todd - and set out to manipulate them to the top positions while bowling over REAL designers. Last week you got rid of Scott who is a great designer, yes he over decorated his room on that one show but he is extrememly talented. Last night it was Christina who made a mistake by not listening to the clients fully but once again she is a great designer. And Josh, who worked his butt off like everyone else and was eliminated for no apparent reason. He has talent, personality, charm, looks, humor - EVERYTHING THAT YOU WANT IN A HOST!! (Right Clive??) Of the remaining designers, Will is very talented and I truly hope he wins, he will need to use his time after Design Star and before his new show to work on his tv presence. Kim is talented also, but not my favorite. Todd and Robb have got to go!! This whole season has been extremely disappointing. None of the four remaining designers can hold a candle to David. Judges and Producers, I know it's too late to fix your choices now but boy did you guys blow it this year!!

Posted by Mary – August 20, 2007 11:01 PM

today on HGTV on Freestyle, Kevin Farmer (who I like as a host and designer) did some freestyle waterskiing in a lake with 3 guys he was designing for to see if the pool table stayed or went. It was fun to see something like this in a show. I think Todd, being as athletic as he is, could do things like this too. And, he could come/go on commercial breaks on his skateboard. I think that would be cool and something different from the usual design shows. It is about design, but also about entertainment. That is why I love George Gray's Show, "What's Up with this House," and "Junk Brothers." The design is interesting, but the personalities of George Gray and the junk brothers are their sense of humor is what carries the show. that is why Candice's show is good -- the humorous breaks with her crew. I think Todd could carry this off well and would be a great new design star. I do miss Josh though and wish he would come back on some channel in his own show. He is a class act. I would like to see him do southern romantic style design, something different from the modern/clean line/urban industrial shows that are all over the place lately (and I hate that type of design personally). Even if Todd did ultra modern design, I would still watch (like I do with Candice) due to his personalty and humor and athleticism.
Lara

Posted by Lara – August 20, 2007 11:00 PM

What a stupid show--they should have combined the .99 cent show and this tacky wedding. Will Wayne Newton decide who goes home next or will Larry the cable guy?

Posted by Lynn – August 20, 2007 10:53 PM

I thought the idea of the show was to find a design star to have their own show. He would need, a pleasing personality, showmanship, talent, concern about the customer, the ability to finish the job. Rob nor Todd are your men. Get Josh back. And what a good sport and manly exit he made!! I wish him well!

Posted by Koretta Clark – August 20, 2007 10:48 PM

Martha, Vern and Cynthia-
You guys have GOT to be kidding! To say that any of the four remaining "designers" could have their own show. Are you kidding me?
How compeletely detached are you? Vern,you said "A Design Show is at stake here!" Duh?
If you are so concerned about quality and the design industry being well represented then why do you continue to allow clowns like Todd and Robb to stay on the show. Give me a break!
Wake up, all three of you are losing huge credibility in my book. Christina and Sparkle Josh should be in the finals not buffoons like Robb and Todd. Perhaps we need new judges with fresh perspectives on what new design talent looks like.

Posted by PP – August 20, 2007 10:46 PM

LOVED last year's show and so looked forward to this year's challenges. From the very beginning this year, there were only two people who would have made a good host like David Bromstad, and they were Sparkle Josh and Christina. It seems as though the producers looked for people we would dislike or find annoying (example: Scott crying ALL THE TIME!). I watch Color Splash all the time and love it and David! Personality is so important in a TV host and most of the contestants this year are either obnoxious or too blah to watch. I can truthfully say that I would NEVER watch a show with Todd or Robb hosting; one is an ADHD little boy in a man's body and one is obnoxious. Will has no spark, and speaking of Spark (!), I predict that we will be seeing Sparkle Josh somewhere on TV and I will absolutely watch him wherever he is found! He is an adorable, sweet human being. I hope his family is very proud of him! I also hope HGTV is paying attention to our comments...lots of unhappy viewers.

Posted by Susan – August 20, 2007 10:43 PM

HGTV Design Star, you broke my heart when you eliminated "Sparkle Josh"...What were you thinking? He's one of the main reasons so many watched this show every week. I suspect you just cost yourself thousands of viewers. And what's with letting this couple make the call on eliminating Christina? I though that's what you had Judges for. Oh, and please don't let me get started on Rob. What a total waste of space. Is he still here just because of ratings because I don't see any other reason why he would still be around. You are off your "Rockers" if you think he could host his own show! It was bad enough when you eliminated Adriana...but to go the route of eliminating Josh...Shame, Shame, Shame...

Posted by K. Satele – August 20, 2007 10:03 PM

Oh my - why did Josh have to go? He needs to be somewhere, somehow on this network - or like the one blogger said - some other network will grab him and make him the success he should be. He is LIKEABLE - Robb is just mean. I would never be able to sit and watch his shows. There is enough mean-ness in the world. No thank you! I like all of the other remaining contestants, and actually just recently started watching, so there was a lot to catch up on. Brilliant people all of those who are left! Who wants to watch a mean and nasty designer do a show? Not me. Many will miss you Josh, but KNOW you are going ot pop up somewhere :~)

Posted by KB – August 20, 2007 10:01 PM

I just had to visit the site today to see what is really going on and I'm seeing that I'm not out in left field in my dislike of Rob. The judges need to see how underhanded, nasty, backstabbing and deceitful he has been throughout this competition. Todd sees it and is either on the same playing field or is hanging with Robb to avoid his wrath. If you gave me a FREE major re-design I wouldn't let Robb near my family or my home. But based on the comments here he won't win because the viewers WILL NOT vote for him. If he does win it will just prove that the results are fixed. Somebody needs to back up and admit that a big mis-carriage of justice took place last night and at least bring back Josh and allow for some fair individual competition. ROBB CAN'T CUT IT AND I DEFINITELY WILL NOT WATCH HIS SHOW IF HE GETS ONE. Besides, how can you conclude that the couple was happy with the results? They had all of 3 minutes to look at things. What are they going to do on National TV when everything was given to them?

Posted by Rita – August 20, 2007 9:59 PM

I must say that I hate these double-elimination shows! If Design Star is a hit, why are they trying to shorten the length of the series? On top of that, it was totally unfair that Christina was voted off just because this couple liked her idea the least! She was simply trying to save them from their own tacky taste, in order to give them a classy reception. Since when do these professional judges leave their decision in the hands of a bartender?

Posted by Deanna Thompson – August 20, 2007 9:44 PM

Extreme makeover meet EXTREME disappointment. Sparkle Josh was the next David Bromstead. He has all the charisma, charm, talent & magnetism to host his own show. Let's face it - David didn't arrive as a perfect host but he did arrive with the most rudementary qualifications. He is a talented designer,personable and the public loved him. HGTV spent time & money molding him into his role for Color Splash. You've blown that opportunity this year by cancelling Josh. I would think most HGTV viewers are too classy to even consider watching a show hosted by either Robb or Todd. Our only hope now is that Will can survive. I WILL be there to VOTE as should all of us that think the Robb & Todd show should NEVER reach production.

Posted by winkle – August 20, 2007 9:31 PM

I am VERY disappointed with this last round of elimination. The Judges have made a terrible decision. The couples taste is outrageous. Who could design successfully from someone with absolutely no taste. I WILL NOT be watching a show if it is hosted by Robb. I'm not even sure I can watch the remaining episodes. With the elimination of Christina and "Sparkle" Josh, I have to question the decorating ability of the so-called famous Judges. Who made them the experts anyway?

Posted by GP – August 20, 2007 9:28 PM

I can't help but remember Vern saying one of the designers had design talent and execution, but omitted personality, 3 attributes of a series host. Strangely enough it seemed he was describing Robb,whose on-camera personality is vicious. He doesn't show respect to those (Will and Kim) who work hard and keep unkind comments to themselves. Yes, personality is important and not all of the final 4 display that quality.

Also, please find your shirts and remove your hat!

Posted by LULU43 – August 20, 2007 9:10 PM

I sincerely hope the judges are reading these blogs!
If it comes down to Robb and Todd, hello! No one will be watching! I love Design Star and am a devoted HGTV fan, however I am very disappointed in this second season. We watch HGTV not only for the design guidance, but we have to like the people we are watching. David B.and Danielle, Candace Olson, Kenneth Brown, to name a few, have the charisma and warmth we want to welcome into our homes. If I saw Robb or Todd coming up my walkway, I would bolt the doors!!
Robb is a nasty little man, and Todd wouldn't have enough room in my little abode to do cartwheels, somersaults and skating boarding!! What are you thinking, judges? The consistency, good taste, real honest to goodness class shown by Will is what we expect! He could design my home any old time. Kim is also a class act, and my goodness, Sparkle Josh is a Star in my book! He is a true gentleman, and has the charm and warmth we look for in a Design Star, such as David B. He will certainly have a future with a network with more vision that HGTV!! As far as the gay bashing, never, never judge a book by it's cover - the most macho acting guy could be a gay. That is their business, not ours. I couldn't care less about sexual orientation watching HGTV - what does that have to do with anything?
You also missed the boat with the wonderful Scott. He was too good for HGTV! He also has a future outside of Design Star. All in all, I would never watch a show hosted by either Robb or Todd. They are too full of themselves and Robb is just plain rude and obnoxious!! I will watch Design Star to its conclusion this year, but if either Bevis or Butthead win, trust me, never again! Top Design on Bravo at least doesn't have the atmosphere of Survivor Design Star! Robb and Todd, GROW UP!!!

Posted by Jeanne Brannon – August 20, 2007 9:08 PM

Well, if Will is the weakest link, then he needs to break off from "the boy-toy twins" and hook back up with Sparkle Josh. Now there is a show worth watching. Sparkle Josh and Will compliment each other. They both bring their own great design style to the table. Cut your loses now, HGTV, ditch the others and fire up the Will and Josh design show.

Posted by Karen – August 20, 2007 9:05 PM

Am I the only one who thinks Rob is talented & sexy? I also get a kick out of Todd's style & energy. Will is whiny and I'm still waiting to see what Kim does when she is a leader and not just a dutiful member of the pack. Yes the clients ideas were tacky; but do all the designer wannabees out there assume every one of their clients has exquisite, impeccable taste?

Posted by angeline – August 20, 2007 9:03 PM

A design "star" needs to sparkle. Without Sparkle Josh the show has no personality, and certainly not a TV personality. His exiting remarks were even admirable. If someone starts a petition for Josh J to have his own show, I would gladly be one of the first to sign it and certainly could not wait to tune in to his first show. Hopefully the executives at HGTV will get the message.

Posted by Dara – August 20, 2007 8:44 PM

I absolutely love Design Star and look forward to watching it but it is going too fast!! I hate these double eliminations and all the group challenges. I enjoy watching individual challenges and the creativity of each contestant. This season I feel like I am watching "Survivor Designer"! Please get back to basics.

Posted by dvita – August 20, 2007 8:39 PM

How sad it is when a network like HGTV forgets the mission of one of its best shows. Design Star is supposed to be about identifying a talented designer with, imaginative, charisma and is entertaining. Sparkle Josh had all of these qualities and grace to carry him. I would have watch him without hesitation. I don't see how the show expects to keep its momentum when decisions like this have been made. Maybe next season the judges should have a regularly scheduled meeting to go over the mission of the program. I hope someone at HGTV realizes the mistakes and snaps Sparkle Josh up.

Posted by Cheryl – August 20, 2007 8:30 PM

I am so disappointed by the loss of Josh! I think
that his show would have been fun to watch!
I watch HGTV everyday & feel that it could use a
bit more fun with an energetic host/hostess.
This year's Design Star is an insult to the contestants & viewers-and even the judges!
Yuck!

Posted by Jane – August 20, 2007 8:17 PM

A design useing a prop warehouse? Could they have not picked a better couple (who had taste) to design a wedding for? To each is own when it comes to taste but to base elimination not one but two on that!!!!! This season has become CRAPTACULAR! So the producers and judges have shown they don't want to repeat last year and have a gay designer win this year. Since they have gotten rid of all of them at this point. Now that anyone who had personality is gone, what kind of show do they think they will have? I think Todd will win since he has the sex apeal for women and the "butchness" for stright men. Its really sad, by the time you get to the final 4 you should know how well they can design. However we have only seen one individual design so far. Very bad formula has been used this season. This show has now become a train wreck! You have to keep watching to see how bad it will get. I hope the the Execs at HGTV have read these comments their viewers have posted and make the correct changes to the 3rd season. Well that is if they have not turned away a large portion of their audiance by the end of this season. I have a feeling they already have. Can't wait to see the next train wreck oops I mean next episode! hehehehe

Posted by ScooterFL – August 20, 2007 8:17 PM

First - if Robb or Todd win, I will not watch. Rob is a nasty, egotistical piece of trash. Todd may be an artist, but I have yet to see any real design work from him. The fact that he has connected with Robb only increases my dislike for him.

Kim has surprised me that she has been consistently stepping up and doing what needs to be done. Congratulations to her for making it this far! She has talent.

Will, by far, should be the next Design Star. He has great design flair and know-how, common sense and a nice, easy personality. I would definately watch his show. Maybe his sidekick could be Josh. They worked well together. Or perhaps Kim and Will would work well together.

I hope the producers at HGTV are paying attention. Robb is very unpopular with viewers. If he continues, this could be the end of Design Star.

Posted by Terry – August 20, 2007 8:13 PM

I have no idea why HGTV is eliminating contestants so fast this season. Is there a show already planned they need a host for quickly no matter who it is? I would never watch any show with Robb as a host. He is obnoxious. mean and does not get along with anyone who doesn't agree with him. His design last night was beyond tacky. All Todd is good for is eye candy. Who wants to watch a show with a surfer dude? What kind of designs would he do? We haven't seen anything but skateboard ramps and jumble from him. Yes he can use power tools-so what? That is not design. Will had the best design last night and was put down by Robb every chance he got. Kim's design was also nice. I understand the couple involved had the final say but I wonder what their guests thought when they saw that tacky room? The best show HGTV could bring to viewers would have Sparkle Josh, Kim and Will. Oh and Clive as the host!

Posted by Lu – August 20, 2007 8:07 PM

oh and one more thing -- advice to robb's fiancee -- take the diamonds and run!

Posted by S. B. Long – August 20, 2007 8:01 PM

Please serve Robb a piece of humble pie at his next meal. I'm tired of seeing such an arrogant, self-centered person. I will definitely NOT watch one of his shows if he wins. I prefer someone who leads as a team player.

Posted by musicouzts – August 20, 2007 7:55 PM

Craig,
OMG thanks for the funny post--I needed a good laugh considering I'm on the verge of tears now that the "sparkle" is gone! Trailer Trash to Tacky is a great name for Robb's show!! I hope miserable Yip will acknowledge it.

Anna

Posted by Anna – August 20, 2007 7:53 PM

The second two to go were group leaders because they did not do what they were supposed to do --------- so why is that jerk still around -- he throws Will under the bus when Will and Todd actually saved his I-have-a-design-but-it-won't-fit-the-space-because-I-did-not-draw-it-to-scale butt! If they get rid of Will or Kim next show I am not even going to watch the ending episodes -- who cares? I would not watch a show hosted by either one of the other two. YUK!

Posted by S. B. Long – August 20, 2007 7:52 PM

I think the judges have really made a big mistake by eliminating Sparkle Josh . I liked him from the beginning . Robb is too brash , mean spirited (the comments toward Will about the "weakest link" and the way he reacted to Will being in the competition still ) . I think he is just jealous because he knows he is the worst one in the whole show . He should have been the first one eliminated . Todd is just a beach bum who will never grow up , but at least he has talent as a builder which is more than I can say about Robb. Kim is sweet and even though she has no prior experience as a designer , she has more talent than Robb . Robb's designs are tacky, trashy and not very well thought out or executed . Sparkle Josh saved his bacon at the last minute by going out and getting the table settings he obviously forgot .

Posted by datazmom – August 20, 2007 7:51 PM

HGTV Design "Star"?? I have to think that HGTV's agenda is to have a "guy - trailer trash" show and have chosen accordingly. Instead of spending $8000+ on that "Vegas meets the Hillbillies" wedding reception the tasteless couple could have done a drive-through Elvis wedding on their own dime.

Tackiness seems to be the direction this year and HGTV you have seriously pissed off "all of your fans".

Todd "Skatey Boy" and Robb "Creep" should have been "ELIMINATED" last show for their disastrous cartoon cubicles. Instead we lost two talented "actual" designers. Josh was and still is our favorite. We think that Josh and Will could do a fun show together.

How can we email our thoughts, thanks and condolences to the people who have been eliminated???

Posted by Josh fan – August 20, 2007 7:48 PM

How do you say disappointed and frustrated a million ways!!!!!!?? I am a true blue HGTV fan but Design Star is causing its fan base to decrease in my estimation. I wouldn't watch a show by either Robb or Todd. Why can't the judges see what we the viewers are seeing - unmannerly, obnoxious, bad attitude personalities. From the get/go the judges have eliminated the best designers, one of the best which was Scott - what a loss!!!! And, then last night to eliminate Sparkle Josh - our only contestant left to pull off a show with design and personality!!!! I just shake my head in disbelief at what the judges have done. Sparkle Josh if you are reading these comments from all the fans, you must know how talented we think you are and that you should have your own show!!!! Our only hope is that Will or Kim can come through out of the four left. Will is so talented from a design principle and his wedding was a great design with the challenge given him. As for Robb telling the judges that Will didn't pull his weight, it was just an outright lie as we all saw all of the work Will did. I wish the judges could have seen for themselves the bumbling that Robb did on the wedding and that Will and Sparkle Josh and Kim pulled him out of the fire on with the chips colors and the china and the flowers at the last minute. Or if they did see it, they ignored it. Also, why in the world would you allow one couple with no design qualifications to be the only deciding factor for eliminating someone??? I cannot believe the failure this season of Design Star compared to last year. It was apparent as we saw the individual's work last year that the judges were truly analyzing the designers on their skill and their TV personalities. I am a David B. fan from beginning to end. This year is beyond my comprehension however and, obviously, everybody elses that takes the time to comment here. I will sum up by saying I will NOT watch a show hosted by Robb or Todd. I can only hope that Will or Kim will be the two voted on by the viewers. I truly hope someone will wake up and find a show for Sparkle Josh! What a mistake letting him go!!!! Please HGTV Producers and Judges, please wake up and listen to your viewers!!!!

Posted by Joanie – August 20, 2007 7:45 PM

You have got to be kidding!!! The only reason Rob's design was selected was he is as tacky as the bride and groom!!! That was the most the worst design and the judges didn't even take into account the poor tastes of the wedding party!! Give me a break!! You need someone with taste, like David B., to be your next host.....what are the producers thinking??? And someone needs to work on Will's grammar....he can't possibly host a TV show....sorry Will. Maybe Todd has a brain, but no one is showing it. Just his body. I watch this show for the designs. Nice designs. Not tacky.

Posted by mercedes – August 20, 2007 7:39 PM

you must know who you want already

The team leaders sent Josh to shop. Why? He has taste. So he is let go because he is a team leader. Nothing makes sense this show. Do the judges go out for cocktails first. Sponsors disc this winner, there is no talent.

Posted by bkrecic – August 20, 2007 7:34 PM

I can't stand Rob!!! He will be the wrong person to have his owe show!! He is jerk!! and his personality is UGH! I think the wrong two people got cut from the show. It should had been Rob or maybe Todd (who likes Rob as a friend). I love Will, who spoke up to Rob in the last night show & Kim who will make a very good host on her own show. She has a bubble personality & is willing to listen!! Not like Rob who does not think he makes an mistake. WAKE UP JUDGES, GET RUDE OF HIM.

Posted by Brenda – August 20, 2007 7:27 PM

I have never posted before but feel the need now. I am just sick with this years design star show. What are the judges drinking? Do they need an eye exam? Oh how I miss Josh (Sparkle) he truly had the gift to keep you watching with his wit. As for Todd & Robb all I can say is yuck! I think Will has some ability but would do very well with Josh. Come on HGTV what are you doing? Bring Josh back and lets see what they can do alone. We have not seen the ability of anyone who was let go designing a room alone. Having two or more is just stupid! What is left does not have the personallity to host a show. I don't even want to vote now except to bump Robb & Todd off. As for Will & Kim well, whatever, don't care for either. I MISS JOSH!!!! SOMEONE PLEASE GIVE HIM A SHOW EITHER ALONE OR WITH WILL!!

Posted by momsthumper – August 20, 2007 7:26 PM

The last two challenges with the dollar store items and the wedding reception were stupid. Who wants paper plates cut outs on their walls? Poor Tod should have listened to his first instinct on how much "stuff" he used. He asked the others if it was too much and they said NO. Both shows played to tacky decorating and the tackiest won. Sparkle Josh couldn't stoop to the level of these two shows, so he was eliminated. Josh made the kitchen sparkle on week two. Shopping is part of good designing. Let's have something more sensible next week.

Posted by Sylvia – August 20, 2007 7:24 PM

i think we all agree that rob and todd are arrogant but that is really irrelevant. the show is to find the next design star and he was let go last night. read the blogs...the concensus is SPARKLE JOSH NEEDED TO WIN THIS SHOW. i see very little talent elsewhere among the contestants. they keep talking about the triple threat element and josh brings it all to the table. lets bring some design to this show. the only functional challenge has been the initial loft design and the kitchens...both of which josh handled fabulously. the bedroom he and will did was gorgeous and he saved the kitchen with his dining room design. since when is a designer penalized for their great shopping abilities...it goes with the territory. last week josh was told he lost his sparkle and this week they said he was too sparkly...WHICH IS IT, VERN???? hgtv is going to regret losing sparkle josh to another network. i am confident that if real design challenges were implemented into this season...josh would have the opportunity to show his triple threat even more. your loss hgtv.

Posted by abbye – August 20, 2007 7:22 PM

I believe Martha's eyes found an immediate attraction to Tod-rewind and watch their first meeting. Rob may have talent (?)but is too rude and obnoxious and egotistical to use it. Tod just want to flip around the world and is more or a contractor. Will has design but no professional training and no personality. Kim is sweet but again no professional training, she had done more assisting than anything. I agree that is Tod, Rob, and Kim are there then Christine should be there too. Josh "Sparkle" was the magnetic personality. Christine was cute but had a whiney voice and liked to show her legs. Adriana didn't have a chance to show her technique but I think she needed to leave the culture out of it. Josh "Green" didn't really have a chance to show his talent. Kim won't make it long as she has no skill with power tools-isn't that one of the requirements? It is sad the way this series has turned out. I do think that it is sad that those who did not make it think they were failures and let people down. How many people didn't even make it as far as they did. They got exposure on public tv-Josh "Sparkle" had the best attitude about the hole thing. So whose left-Clive is the best choice-oh-shucks-he's not even in the competition:)

Posted by Garden Tender – August 20, 2007 7:21 PM

What is going on? Poor, Poor choices all around. Tonight's show saw two very talented individuals go, and two...well subpar individuals stay. Robb--what an insult; to everyone watching and his fellow contestants. He should have been eliminated on the first show. I thought the entry design was much more original, creative, and enspiring than what Robb had a hand in. He has not improved since then (even with the yellow and green--can you really tell me Josh's room was not more attractive?).

Either Christina or Josh (and Scott for that matter) would have made wonderful hosts of any design show. The premises for most of the shows this season have been totally off base. This is a show about individual design talent. HGTV has really missed the mark here.

Will not watch the rest of this season's Design Star shows. Any show that can keep Robb on it (again, should have been out after the first!), definitely has a problem. And the premises of these shows have been ludicrous.

Posted by questioning? – August 20, 2007 7:09 PM

I sure hope Rob doesn't win, becasue while he may be talented he is too rude. He needs to tone done his attitude if he is to succeed in working with clients. I am sad to see Josh go, I think this was a un-fair elimination. Josh worked well with the group, and shopping and interpreting your clients wish list is definitely a crucial part of design. Cristina totally missed it, by dismissing Bruno's input. I won't be watching anymore..I keep hoping they will come up with a way to disqualify someone so they can bring Josh back, just like they did on America's Next Top Chef....

Posted by jojo – August 20, 2007 7:04 PM

I'm so glad to read all the comments about this season. I love this show, but the elimination process has been a disappointment. To think that one of the 4 people left will be awarded their own show.(?) I don't think I'd watch any of them. All of the best candidates are gone! It's so hard to swallow that 2 people with tacky Las Vegas taste controlled the destiny of the designers last night! It seems like Josh was just was eliminated because someone had to go! I got my husband to watch this season with me and he doesn't get it either! I wish you could just start all over! Good luck...I don't think that you have a "Design Star" on the show right now!

Posted by amy martin – August 20, 2007 6:57 PM

I agree taht a shopping show with Sparkel josh would be great, I would watch it. Kinda like the shopping bags show. The boy does know how to shop, maybe give him a challeng like dinner impossible

Posted by designerstarwasweakthisweek – August 20, 2007 6:56 PM

I don't know what to say...It has all been said. How said for the show that Rob (especially Rob) and Todd remain on the show. We watch HGTV (Home & Garden TV) not TSTV (Trashy Surfy TV) for its design ideas for the home and garden. You guys (directors, judges and Clive) have lost it and me! Don't know what will happen next week but some TV station should consider doing a show with both Sparkle Josh and Will. They show such promise working together and can really compliment each others style. Good luck to Sparkle Josh and hang in there Will. By the way, Rob has a serious problem with Will because he is very aware that Will is his biggest threat.

Posted by Disappointed Loraine – August 20, 2007 6:55 PM

having just paid for a wedding with 400 guests, I could not believe that Robb spent that much money on so little. They did not have to pay for booze, food, DJ, dress, brides flowers etc. All that they could come up with was tacky cheezy feather boas and blinking cocktail glasses, give me a break. For 75 people and 10 thousand dollars it should have been lush and plush. I didnt ahve to pay for the venue, chairs tables the floor eithe.I agree with all other comments re tacky tacky tacky.

Posted by jsut paid for a wedding – August 20, 2007 6:51 PM

WOW....I read most of the comments. I agree in thesis with most. The HGTV shows that charge me up and give me what inspiration I need are: Candice Olson, Kenneth Brown, KAREN MCALOON who is talented from her blood cells to her great smile and eyes...That is Presence, Style, Wit, Personality, Charm....you name it! David, the newest Designer is in the same categories...David, make sure you don't get stuck doing the same things every week.
I love the judges. They really have a hard decision every week...and they do a good job trying not to let their personal opinions get in the way. I will keep in touch.

Posted by hggaltv – August 20, 2007 6:50 PM

If you watched the groom's face, his eyes just glazed over when he was being shown the design boards that did not include HIS tacky wedding dreams. It seemed to me that as long as the design had lavender included, (those fugly and tacky boas)the bride said okay. I think that IRL the groom and Robb could be BFFs. :-)

Posted by BarbG – August 20, 2007 6:49 PM

Speaking as someone who watched HGVT almost every time my television is on.... when whichever of the 4 remaining contestants gets their show, that will be a time slot I will watch something else. They may have design sensability (questionable, though it may be) but they are all seriously lacking in personality. I would mutch rather spend a half hour watching Josh shop, since that is all the judges seem to think he can do (I do not agree), than watching any of these 4 do anything. Sorry HGTV, this elimination was just a mistake.

Posted by Todd – August 20, 2007 6:46 PM

I was a bit surprised that Josh was booted,he had the talent and the ability to draw an audience. That in my opinion would have been good for HGTV. But instead the booted him. Christina unfortunately did not put in any of that red and black, 1950's stuff in her design - if she had only appealed a little to the guy she might had gotten it. Again, she had talent and personality. The others just do not sparkle. Robb is a complete idiot and a star just does not lie, cheat and steal his way into our living room. Todd has to jump around too much so as not to be left out of the lime light. Will has talent and has a real sweet personality, too sweet and calm to battle with Robb. Kim just to me has not shown any sparkle that says I am a star, she has laid low so she has not been in the light to eliminated yet. If either Robb or Todd gets it - they may get their show but without us watching it --- we will in the end make them say - YOUR SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED. So - this year may be a total waste of time --- but yeah - if they end up cancelling the ultimate show they can always go back and get Josh! A show with Josh and Will would be great! They complimented each other.

Posted by Nadine – August 20, 2007 6:37 PM

I live in Las Vegas and I can't Imagine where you got that hillbilly tacky couple. They are not the norm for Las Vegas. You lost the show when you let Josh leave.

Posted by red rock gal – August 20, 2007 6:33 PM

I don't think this week’s challenge was fair. The couple seemed to love the end result, but they were interviewed in front of all their guests and after the excitement of the ceremony. It would have been better to ask them how they felt privately and after their excitement had settled. If I had been put in that situation I wouldn't want to point out the negatives in front of all my guests and it would be hard to notice everything in such a short amount of time. I don't think that Christina's show should have been cancelled. The couple didn't communicate accurately what they wanted for their reception. In reality, the bride didn't want a fairytale, princess like reception like she led the designers to believe; she wanted a fairytale princess wedding ceremony and a fun party atmosphere for the reception that carried her theme colors. Christina took the brides misleading instructions to heart, as did many of the other better designers. Designers like Will, Christina and Sparkle Josh gave a better blend of fairytale and fun then Robb’s party theme. This miscommunication on the bride's part caused two great designers to be sent home. In reality she got her fairytale in the ceremony and wanted a party atmosphere for the reception. I was very disappointed with the results of the show and think that the wrong people were eliminated.

Posted by westcoasty – August 20, 2007 6:31 PM

I loved Design Star last year and watch David every week. However, this years show is nothing compared to last year. How did Todd or Rob ever get to be considered as contestants? Todd is like watching an 11 year old and Rob is just nasty.
I loved Sparkle Josh from the first show and was very upset when he was eliminated. He has the talent and personallity to have his own show.
Will is also very talented and has a very sweet, likeable personality.
Give Josh and Will their own show. They seemed to truly like each other and even though their design style is different they could be great as a team.
If Rob or Todd win I would never watch their show. Rob's personality is enough to turn anyone off and I have no desire to watch a "surfer dude" destroy a room every week. You can teach a person how to work on a TV show but you can't change their personality or immaturity. Give up on these two.
Since Sparkle is out I am going with Will. He is a lot like David last year - very talented and likeable.

Posted by Ann Crosier – August 20, 2007 6:29 PM

Some good comments on this page. Too many to read all... but there seems to be a uniform theme. Rob said what he did about Will because he knows Will is very talented!

Although some may think Rob is talented... and this could be true... it is masked by his arrogance and rudeness.

The last four are ALL talented... in different ways... but all talented. But, I dont think thats the issue.

Would I watch Robs show... HELL NO! He is by no means a "TV personality"... Ultimately... isnt that what we are looking for?

David's personality is such a huge reason for his being picked up for another season of "Color Splash". He is so cute and fun and funny that he could put manure on a wall... and people would think... Uhmmm... how new age!@! Think about it. You buy things from people you like!!! Its the law of sales. That's what they are doing... selling their design.

I would watch a show where Todd was the host. He would always have you laughing and doing funky stuff. You would tune in to see... what in the world is he going to come up with this week. That's what I want to watch.

I would watch a show hosted by Will. He is a really cool guy who has a lot of talent. He I'm sure would put together some beautiful designs.

Judges... dont allow contestants like Rob to influence you about any of the other contestants. It is obvious to everyone that someone rude and self absorbed like Rob would have no problem trying to make his competition look bad.

Would you have even considered playing the tapes from when the guys were working? You could have called Rob out right there and then... cause if you watched the show... Todd and Will worked really hard to prep the hall for Rob and continued to work with the others until everything was done.

And Sparkle? He was so cute... and funny. Although I think most of his designs looked pretty much the same. I think the opportunity to stay longer on the show would have allowed him to grow because he does have talent. I'd take his niceness over Rob's rudeness anytime!

Posted by Iris – August 20, 2007 6:16 PM

This is the first time I have ever written in to a show and I must say I am extremely disappointed by the outcome so far. I just hope that Sparkle Josh will be allowed to come and co-host with the winner--which I really hope is Will. They make a great team. Kim is awesome as well---Todd and Robb---well, I believe they were kept for the ratings. As a resident of Las Vegas, I wish I would have had the opportunity to meet Will and Sparkle Josh. They are the true Design Stars.

Posted by Dawn – August 20, 2007 6:14 PM

Does anyone from HGTV actually see these comments or any of the entries in the message boards??? I sure hope that they take notice of so many angry viewers!

Posted by Ruby RedRoses – August 20, 2007 5:49 PM

I am sick to death of all the ridiculous and negative remarks about people who live in mobile homes by you people. I have lived in mobile homes for over 35 years and I am not a trashy person. Nor are most of the people who live in mobile home parks.

Posted by Dee Dee Cee – August 20, 2007 5:42 PM

I share the same feelings as most of the people here but just wanted to add a few thoughts. I also do not like Robb or Todd and would not watch either of their shows but the more I think about the entire show, I have decided that it is not really their fault how this is all playing out. I think who needs to be held responsible for this "Jerry Springer of design shows"(although I love him since Dancing with the Stars)is the person or persons who came up with these challenges. I thought the $.99 design challenge was bad enough but when two people who obviously have no knowledge at all of design is allowed to do the eliminating, then something is majorly wrong somewhere. We are not seeing what these designers can do and it is so unfair to them and it is insulting to those of us who watch HGTV (or who used to watch HGTV). I don't understand how Vern could set there and say that Will was the "weakest link" in that particular challenge and yet turn right around in the next breath and cancel Josh's show. I did not want to see Will go either but frankly I could not understand where Vern was coming from except maybe Vern is a bit intimidated by Josh. I read Vern's tips on Robb's design last night and most all of his design elements for the challenge were wrong. So Vern, just because two people liked what Robb did for their "free" reception, was it okay that Robb screwed up all the elements of his design but was still rewarded? And even if the couple did not really like it and how in the world could they, it was free to them, so they couldn't really say too much now, could they? Up until last night I thought the Judges must know what they are doing, but when Josh was eliminated I realized the Judges need to be replaced if there is to be a Design Star next year. And whoever is creating these asenine challenges definitely needs to go. These are not design challenges, these are nothing more than jokes. Maybe that's it, maybe the whole show is a joke and at the end someone will pop out and say "gotcha". And Josh will be back and all will be right with the world. I am so proud of Josh - what a class act he is. I am privileged to know Josh and his wonderful family. Last winter I attended a wedding that Josh did and it was absolutely the most beautiful wedding. I was in such awe of the design and all the details that I could hardly watch the ceremony for gawking at everything else. I remember when I walked into the reception it was just the most beautiful thing I had ever seen or been a part of. I was thinking about that last night when that couple picked Robb to do their reception. What a beautiful, beautiful reception they could have had if they had chosen Josh. Their friends and family would have been talking about it for years. Well, sorry to say they are talking about it but certainly not in a good way. Does a woman really want spinning dice at the entrance of her reception, on the most important day of her life? In some crazy way I am glad Josh is no longer a part of such a travesty of a show. I know there are wonderful things ahead for him, far better than being chosen Design Star, which would really be an insult at this point given how this show has turned out and given the fact that Josh is deserving of so much more.

Posted by Sherry – August 20, 2007 5:39 PM

This was a weird and upsetting challenge. Why did Christina get sent home by that couple? Why did Robb get praise for designing the tackiest space ever? (During the kitchen challenge didn't the judges say to give the client the best possible represenation of their idea as opposed to allowing it to be tacky????) Kim should have won, with Will as a close second. Robb should have been sent home with his tail between his legs for failing to bring some class to their "vision".
I love reading this blog to see what everyone has to say. Kim has a blog, too. Pretty neat....she gives her take on each challenge. It's www.kimmyles.com. I wish we could hear what all of the designers have to say after each episdoe!

Posted by shefali dolly – August 20, 2007 5:38 PM

Where do I start?

Hosting a series in Las Vegas is the first wrong thing that HGTV did with Design Star. The city is a testament to the sayings "just because you can doesn't mean you should" and "more isn't necessarily better, sometimes it's just more."

Letting the clients with absolutely no taste eliminate a designer was very wrong. At least last year when the second twin was eliminated for his poor plan for the kitchen design, it was for a kitchen and not a wedding reception.

I can't understand the hurry to get rid of the designers. I read a blog posted last week or the week before that suggested not having any eliminations until a few weeks had passed. The viewers will be more invested in the designers. I think that there should be more individual challenges too.

I think Sparkle Josh would be a great host. His show could focus on 'tweens, teens and dorms/apartments. Something like design on a dime, but maybe more interactive with the clients. Josh has charisma and the camera loves him. I would also watch a show with Will & Josh (Ebony & Ivory). I think they both play off each others' strengths well.

When are we going to see them in front of the camera, actually hosting a show? This is a very important component of the challenge, yet they have not had to make a presentation to a camera. Some people do very well in front of a camera and others are like deer in your headlights.

I will not watch a show hosted by either Robb or Todd. I watch programs with designers/hosts that I would like to work with. I like the feeling of the shows and rooms with Candice and Kenneth.

Posted by twister – August 20, 2007 5:32 PM

Well, I'm glad I don't stand alone. It sounds like others are having the same misgivings about the production of this show as I am. I think the thing that bothers me more than anything else is that I can't see how the judges were to make a rational choice of whom left this week. If they saw what I saw then on what basis did they form their decision? When the rules include letting tasteless guests decide the fate of one contestant and the simple fact that someone needed to go decide the fate of another....something is very wrong. If you are going to have a contest give the contestants opportunity to prove themselves. I understand the judges need to take team work into consideration. But I'm sure that all the designers on the air are talented in their own right. Give these contestants a chance to work alone. And by the way, why would any viewer choose to watch Rob on HGTV? He is probably better suited to a Survivor series where win or loose we never have to see his immature, deceitful, obstinate, ugly personality again, once the show is over. Wise up producers your viewers are not jaded, nighttime soap opera watcher. We are looking for good design with a bright entertaining host. (Like Josh could have been) I also think it might be wise to let your designers continue to save the clients from their own bad taste and indecisiveness rather than allowing tacky clients to decide the fate of the designer. I happen to know for a fact that all Las Vagian are not tasteless.... next time throw a real wedding.

Posted by Diana – August 20, 2007 5:29 PM

I'm a wedding consultant and I am just shaking my head in disgust over last night's show. How hideous! Where did the producers find this couple? I've worked many weddings and I've never come across a groom who had an opinion about the wedding and reception! Hello? What planet is he from and why does he care anything about the details of this event. His thing is suppose to the honeymoon and rehearsal dinner. It is mostly the bride's wedding and reception. After all, the parents of the bride are the ones who are mostly responsible for the wedding costs. The groom's responsiblity is the rehearsal and honeymoon. I'm the mother of 2 young men and I would think it very strange if they had an opinion in the details of their wedding.

In my opinion...Christina had the best plan for the wedding and Josh was second. All the others were cheap and gaudy but I guess thats what this couple with NO TASTE or CLASS wanted. Who would marry this guy who had such an opinion in decorating for a reception. Red, Black and Lavender...(just to satisfy her) Come On! Most wedding consultants would guide them a different direction but HGTV didn't put a NORMAL couple on the show. What were the producers thinking? Are they more interested in drama than they are quality design? This couple needed guidance in planning their reception. Of course...HGTV didn't give any of them time to sort all that out.

Josh is a true designer and was Scott. Those are the two who have impressed me the most but the judges would not let them continue. I hate the fact that these judges and now a couple with no taste are dictating who we are to vote for. I'm telling you that Design Star needs to have people voted on or off like American Idol and Dancing With The Stars....calling in our votes from the beginning and not just to vote on the last 2 they leave us with.

It is quite obvious that no one wants Robb on the show. Todd has much to be desired to. Can't take either one of them. However, Todd did say something to the fact that it is all about pleasing the bride. Someone needed to tell the groom this too! I'm still trying to get over this groom wanting mostly his ideas for this reception. And it was mostly about his ideas and not the brides. It was so far from the fairy tale theme she wanted and it was mostly about the tacky Las Vegas stuff he wanted. I'll bet the groom is the one who had the most pull in the decision of the design. He and Robb seemed similiar to me.

Kim and Will are fine and the best of the four left. Kim seems likable but her style and Will's is not my style. They are more subdued personalities which is fine and admirable but not fun or interesting to watch. (But much better than irritating personalities like Robb and Todd).

Robb won with his design because his personality probably matched that of the groom. Way to opinionated about something that shouldn't be his thing. This couple obviously has no taste and neither does Robb....a perfect match! I thought HGTV had more class than to pick a couple who didn't a have any design sense of style. (Especially since they had the power to cancel someone out! What did they know about style and talent...NOTHING!

Come on HGTV....give us new judges next season. Give us Candace Olsen, Kitty Barholomew or Joe Ruggerio for a change of taste, design and maturity! So very very tired of the three that's been on this season and last....especially Vern! He thinks everyone should have HIS tastes. He's good designer but NOT my taste and he doesn't know everthing about everthing. I just wonder if Vern could do a tradtional, european, french country or cottage or garden style decor like a client would want. Let all of them design for a client with those needs instead of modern, minimalist, playground or man-cave style! Then we would see who can adapt!! My bet on these designs would be Scott and Sparkle Josh HGTV should pay attention to these comments (which I'm sure they won't) and listen to what their viewers want.

If Robb wins this competition....we will all know it's rigged. NO ONE WANTS HIM! No wonder he's a truck driver. He doesn't have to work with anyone...he's alone...isolated from the human race. (It's a good thing!) If a normal couple would have been chosen for this show...Robb would have been the one who went home at the beginning of the show. In fact....only a couple of times have I even met with the groom about wedding plans and decor. Mostly it's only the bride and her mother!! Now that's normal!

I will watch the rest of the series just to see how it ends but the fun is gone. The best of all the designers are gone and it's sickening to watch. I'm so very disappointed this year and I was so hopeful for a great new design star. Now all I care about is that Robb and Todd are not in the final two.

I really think after viewing the show, viewing every detail of each of their websites....Sparkle Josh and Scott were the best designers. But they will do well despite being kicked-off design star. They have all the talent and personality and ideas they need to continue with much success. Just check out their websites....fabulous and classy! WOW! They both have so much class and taste. Really...more than any other designer (in my opinion). But I know my opinion doesn't count with HGTV and unfortunately...neither does anyone else's opinion except for the sponsors who put on the commericals.

HGTV.....think of a better location than Las Vegas! How cheezy for a design show! A talent show...understandable....a design show?! NOT GOOD!! Try San Francisco, Atlanta, Chicago, Miami or Dallas, and so many others!

Please HGTV....give your viewers what we are asking for. Or I hope another network comes in and produces the shows that most of America wants to see. And that is timeless, quality, real and livable, affordable and classic design that gives us ideas to use in our own homes.

Posted by Cindy – August 20, 2007 5:29 PM

If HGTV has the audacity to take pride in this season's design star, they should immediately send the judges, Robb, Todd, and the groom bartender to the White House. THE PRESIDENT'S DAUGHTER IS ENGAGED AND PLANNING A WEDDING. Vern can tell the First Lady about how the White House is really OUTDATED. Tell the First Lady that she really should have a ZEN atmosphere. Todd can go around breaking up the antiques and historic paintings and throw them to one side of each room. Vern can explain to the First Lady that Todd's designs "rock." A bartender could tell the First Lady about how the reception should look. After all, his bride said that her reception was "romantic" and she was thrilled with the feathers, spinning dice, etc. Robb can tell the First Lady about how he regularly puts down a black man.
Do you think that the First Lady would buy into
that? No? Well, America doesn't buy it either. WAKE UP, HGTV.

Posted by beachboy – August 20, 2007 5:22 PM

I am such a big fan of this show. I love "Color Splash" and think David B deserves all of his success. He is funny and seems to have a good heart. If Rob ends up winning, that is just about the ONLY show on HGTV that I couldn't bear to watch. He is such an angry individual. Haven't we all paid our dues with some bad relationship in our lives? I don't need to watch it on HGTV.

Posted by karen – August 20, 2007 5:13 PM

Please don't let Rob be the winner. Todd isn't much better. Like most of the other comments I've lost respect for the show. I have no desire to watch a couple of chest thumping men with questionable taste. Yes they are different, but good? I hope someone else picks up Sparkle Josh for a show. He showed amazingly good grace in his exit speech. Bravo Josh. You showed so much class.

Posted by Yvonne – August 20, 2007 5:07 PM

Last night s show has everyone in a spin.Has ANYONE ever heard the phrase CRAZY LIKE A FOX.SO leave Mr. ROBB alone.He seems to be the guy everyone LOVES to hate!!!!!! I must agree with AMIE SAMUEL. Thanks. LETITIA

Posted by Letitia – August 20, 2007 5:07 PM

This season has been a disappointment! Not enough individual design work. Double eliminations have moved much too quickly. Rob is abrasive and I can't imagine him hosting a show. Todd is just goofy with his jumping around. Last year's show was a hit and David is truly a design star.

Posted by G Keniski – August 20, 2007 4:55 PM

I love Design Star and could not wait for the new season & Sunday nights no one was to call after 8 p.m. However, I don't much care for any of this people except Kim and Will. Josh Sparkle was nice enough but a person can't live by sparkle alone. Christina made my teeth ache each time she opened her mouth. Todd is an overgrown boy and Robb is arrogant & egotistical. I haven't been able to tell very much about their style (except for Sparkle) because there are so many "group" challenges. I loved last season and had all my friends voting when it came down to Alice and David but this year, although I will continue to watch, I don't care who wins -- at least not yet.

Posted by Ellen – August 20, 2007 4:51 PM

LET US VOTE!!!!!!!!Not some couple that knows nothing about DESIGN!!!!

Posted by mcihelle – August 20, 2007 4:47 PM

I don't agree with the comments that were made about Sparkle Josh. I KNOW how to paint a room but I would love to see a host show me WHAT to buy. That is the hard part of design. So, again I did not agree with the comments. This is the 1st time I have watched the Design Star show, but I will NEVER watch something that Rob and Todd are the hosts of. Those 2 are NOT nice people and have showed that all along. If they get a show, you would know how they got there and I don't agree with that!
I think Christina leaving was a "Big Mistake" too. She told you from the get go that she had a "Passion" for design, and she proved that. Maybe she did not make the guy happy, but did not stoop to that "CRAP" that he wanted. Volumns Spoken!!
Get Sparkle Josh and Christine together and you will have a REAL WINNING SHOW!!!
The rest are gravy!

Posted by tehoe – August 20, 2007 4:33 PM

I think Christina would have been a great design star, because she is so down-to-earth and normal. She is a classy lady and will go far. Sparkle Josh would be a great design star, also, as a consultant for adding lavish designs and personality to a room.
No one really likes Robb. He is so obnoxious that it doesn't matter what he does. If he isn't eliminated next time, I don't know what to think. Kim is boring to watch. Todd has potential, and Will is a great designer without the carisma to carry off a show.

Posted by Patty – August 20, 2007 4:31 PM

I agree that the double eliminations are a huge mistake. The design that the couple picked last night was HIDEOUS!

Of the four remaining designers, only two have the personality necessary to pull off their own show: Todd and Will. I would not watch Rob because he's obnoxious, and Kim drowns under the weight of the other personalities.

Sparkle Josh was it. Given more opportunities, I think he would have shown what he was made of. I would have watched his show every time it was on. I loved his personality and flair. HGTV--I hope you're listening!

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

Vern you are the best

No one on here knows how to spell

I completely agree with xoxoCaLliGiRlxoxo

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

Too bad, game over -- nobody won. I wonder if HGTV personnel has a clue as to how badly they have botched this season's Design Star program? Maybe some good can come

Posted by Prairie Nana – August 20, 2007 4:17 PM

I agree with most of the comments that Robb is a jerk and Todd is immature. If they are going to bring in past episodes to decide who gets eliminated why not go back further than just last week? Wasn't Robb on the chopping block both weeks for his designs and contributions? He may have been the choice of the tacky couple but that doesn't mean he should have won the competition. The judges should have compared his presentation board to the actual room. Did he deliver on all points? Did his layout measure up?

As far as his comment about Will, it was just a spiteful comment because of the truth that Will spoke in episode 2. Nobody wanted him on their team and he does have an abrasive personality. The judges should have made him give concrete examples how Will was the weakest link.

Vern - not everone is a minimalist that prefers Asian inspired designs. The purpose of the show is to find the next design star that will host his/her own show and that show wil need viewers. Viewers want a host to be personable, warm, inviting, knowledgible and realistic. Robb and Todd do have any of those traits The contestants that best fit that bill are Sparkle Josh, Scott, and WIll. Christine, Adriana, and Kim also have those qualities but they are not as pronounced as the guys. Viewers, at least the ones I know, would like a show that shows real life situations (budget) and where to find the items for the best value.

HGTV - slow down the process. If you are looking for a show for a home designer then let them design rooms in a home ALONE. Anyone should have been able to complete the wedding challenge with a budget of over $140 per person.

P.S. Everyone needs to keep their shirts on even David.

Posted by mac – August 20, 2007 4:09 PM

I slept on this opinion but I'm just as adament. This year's Design Star is moving much too quickly to be fair. Slow down. I guess money is a factor but you're ruining your show by sending 2 designers home every week. You are getting rid of designers before we even know their names and faces. What kind of interest can that generate.
Christine had a great design last week on the individual challenge but you sent her home for giving the bride what she wanted, while Rob gave just the groom what he wanted and stayed. This really was just an uninspired subject matter. An event planner could have handled this, you didn't need to waste a whole show on a wedding event.
Your choice of bride and groom were a designer's nightmare ... NO TASTE OR SENSE OF DECOREM. You can give clients some of what they want but with guidance and direction ... not just the whole garbage can. How many real Interior Designers would have wanted to put their name on such a project?
Personality wise, you got rid of the coolest person on the show, Sparkle Josh. I would have loved to have seen his show. He has real appeal and I would have like to have seen more of his work.
Oh well, the whole world let's the best of life slip away while they hurry on.

Posted by Liz – August 20, 2007 4:03 PM

Is HGTV "really" looking for a new design star that can host a show that it's regular viewers will watch and enjoy? Or...have they stooped to the level of drama and spectacle for the sake of it? As others have mentioned, we can get that sort of cheap entertainment on other networks. Please, let's keep something in this life pure. Let's not tamper with a good thing by trying to become an over-dramatic schlock-fest to please people that normally don't watch HGTV anyway! Love ya Josh, Will, Kim, and Christina. Are you guys proof that nice guys finish last?

Posted by Susan – August 20, 2007 3:56 PM

I had posted before, but no one read my post I guess. Everyone says everyone hates Rob. I like Rob's personality, his personna and would watch a show he hosts. He is a take charge guy. I can see him leading a "design on a dime" crew. I feel the same way about Todd, who would be great in his own show. My favorite personality on HGTV, which I watch all the time, is George Gray, of "what's up with this house." He is funny, athletic, appealing and I watch this show just to see him. I also like Eric Strommer and both the "junk brothers" are close runners up to George Gray as appealling personalities. I also like Matt in Room by Room. I like Angelo, the 24 hour Design guy too. For women, I like Karen Macalvey in both her shows. I like Joan Steffens too. I like Kevin Farmer, who occasionally is on HGTV, who was on "While You were Out" on TLC. Steve Watson is appealing looks wise, but I think he rushes thru his show doing the tasks too fast. He needs to loosen up a bit and use some humor. I like Clive Pearce and I like the English guy who is the City Gardener too. I liked the green design show with Carter Ooserhouse too. (I am a big fan of Ty also.)I like hosts/designers who are attractive, personable and have a sense of humor and who take charge, besides having talent. I think all who made Design STar had talent, as did probably everyone who tried out,.

Design wise, I think HGTV needs more low budget design shows as someone wrote. Not everyone can afford huge amounts on remodels. I also am tired of seeing almost all the designs being modern, clean lines, tradiitional, etc. I like french provincial, midievel, historical, country, rustic, English cottage, southern romance, ecclectic and glamour.

I am so tired of seeing the Design on a Dime crew do the urban industrial designs. There are still people around who like country. Matt and Shari are the only ones (sometimes Joan Steffins) who do these types sometimes (Kenneth Brown has done this too, but it is very high end and costly.)

How about a Country Cottage design show?

Lara

Posted by Lara – August 20, 2007 3:38 PM

I think Rob and todd is being very mean towarads Will I very at one of the judges comments about Will but I think he is a good designer he have to stop letting rob and todd getting him down and get on doing his thing

Posted by Esther Skeete – August 20, 2007 3:38 PM

I have to disagree with “Posted by Lara – August 19, 2007 11:50 PM”. I do NOT agree with her opinions about Robb & Todd. However, she is free to voice her personal opinion. Cute, good-looking, even sexy just doesn’t make a good host. Being a true man is so much more than the outside. And being ably to rely on Robb “when things get tough in life”??? Robb is only out for himself as he’s proven in many episodes – hiding things so others couldn’t find them, shopping for a door that had nothing to do with the overall design just so he didn’t have to do any hard work, cutting people down, intimidating others, etc. Todd does have a body but the surfer image is tiring. We want more than eye candy.

Gotta say that Scott and Josh were the only ones with true style AND personality. Now that they’re gone we have only Will with any true talent. Please Will, once again I say – try to find some oomph to display in your personality. I am SO rooting for you as your style and talent are fantastic. If you don’t make it due to the judges lack of knowing what true talent is, please get in touch with Josh and combine your skills to pitch to some other network. You two would be fabulous together.

I still miss Scott so much. Loved his personality and loved his style. Would just love to pinch his cheek – not saying which one. Josh, I will miss you as well as you have such a beautiful personality and are cute to boot. I sure do hope HGTV or another home improvement network picks you two up for shows of your own. I would definitely watch either of you. Don’t give up your dreams and PLEASE keep us all informed of what’s happening in your lives via web sites.

Posted by Toni – August 20, 2007 3:33 PM

I was horrified by what I saw on HGTV's Design Star last night. I couldn't believe I was on the right channel. This is supposed to be a place where we can go to get good design ideas and inspirations for our own homes not a trashy reality show - there is plenty of that on other networks. Last season I was locked into the show right up to the voting. After last night, "your show has been cancelled" (at least at my house).

Posted by jwh – August 20, 2007 3:33 PM

This rob guy is such a disrespectful person. He doesnt mingle well with anyone , and he's very full of himself..The wedding reception design would have made me cry.. it was HORRIBLE..HGTV judges are letting go of some of the better designers,...rob definitly needs to go home he's so mean to Will,who is by far the better designer.. and thats being not a teamplayer.I vote for Will..

Posted by paisley – August 20, 2007 3:32 PM

This was a simply a fantastic show last season!
The show is all about ratings. people!
Look at the buzz this episode has created - everyone despises Rob and Tod is a artistic child. Both obnoxious - the problem with these two coming out on top will be NO ONE will watch their show. What for? HGTV is a blend of entertainment but also learning from people with talent. The judges should be judged.

Posted by CC – August 20, 2007 3:30 PM

I have just watched my last episode. The judges made a fatal error letting Josh go. Vern hit the nail on the head last night when he said " We're choosing the next HGTV star!" ( or something like that...) The judges clearly didn't let that influence their decision because they cancelled the only contestant I would tune into each and every week to watch. While the others may also possess design talent, they don't even come close to Josh when it comes to personality and charisma. As a diehard HGTV fan, I can tell you there are plenty of shows I tune into simply because of the host, not necessarily because I appreciate their designs. BUT, I don't mean that Josh would have ridden the coat tails of a successful show because of this personality alone. His talent as a designer also captivated me. He was, and IS the TOTAL PACKAGE. Big mistake judges, not only won't I watch the rest of this season's contest, I surely won't be watching the design show that spins off of this. Note to the judges: Save yourselves and get rid of the arrogant Rob, and the X Games wannabee Todd.

Posted by Sparklette – August 20, 2007 3:28 PM

totally unfair eliminations last night-josh was doing all he could to make sure the reception was ready on time and to see that the people had plates to eat on! I feel sure that josh will resurface on a better show, perhaps ona better network

Posted by trishc – August 20, 2007 3:28 PM

I am confused about the degree of passion I read into the viewer's comments, particularly their apparent dissapointment when designers are dismissed. I did faithfully watch last season and see a noticeable difference with the present season. Last season the viewers were allowed to get to know the designers and, for the most part, like each one. Most of them seemed like really nice and very talented people and I was sad nearly EVERY TIME a designer was dismissed. The present season, though, is so rushed that I feel absolutely nothing when they leave...I feel neither saddness when anyone leaves or pleasure that anyone is spared. Of the current group, the only one that has been allowed to display any real personality is Robb - and unfortunately, he seems to be thoroughly unlikable. (However, I suspect this may merely be skillful editing designed to evoke powerful viewer response - much like Temple from the previous season - surely Robb cannot be a self-absorbed as he is made to appear.)
Last season I was naive. I believed that the goal of the show was (as the promotions said) intended to "...find the next design star". I foolishly thought this meant that the producers were going to identify someone who possessed extraordinary talent and potential to excel in the field of design. I thought this "Star" would have the potential to inspire the average, less-talented person to hire them for their skill and expertise (someone, for example, like Candace Olson or Kenneth Brown), or at the very least, who could inspire the average homeowner with ideas that they could implement themselves or incorporate into a design plan with a designer in their local area. However, that does not seem to be the case.
From the beginning, the judges seem to encourage eccentricity, shock, and drama while discouraging any shred of conventionality. Christina never had a chance because (like Alice last year) she was too traditional. I look to see Will and/or Kim go next since they simply ooze taste and commonsense.
Finally, I am confused about the background of the design candidates. I find it interesting that several have had no formal design training. While I recognize that innate talent alone could be possible, I cannot fathom any lasting success in the field of design unless that talent is paired with experience and formal training.
Oh well, I'll have to trust that the judges are much smarter than me.

Posted by maggie – August 20, 2007 3:28 PM

I was hugely disappointed with the judges decision to cancel Josh's show. I agree with everyone else that Robb is smug, arrogant and rude!! Will has a great deal of talent, and a good eye for details. Kim has surprised me. She is alot more talented than I first thought she was. Todd has surprised me as well.
I don't think that Josh was judged fairly in this competition, and I think with his great looks, and charming personality, he would have made a great star.

Posted by Janet – August 20, 2007 3:26 PM

Robb makes me puke.
There are not good personalities left. The only one I could watch her show is Kim but I'm still unsure about her talent. She needs to step out.
I'm dissapointed with the contestants this year but I love the show.

Posted by July1907 – August 20, 2007 3:22 PM

I was so sad to see Sparkle Josh go- he definitely had the personality, even if I didn't always like his designs. There was no basis in his elimination, he worked hard on Robb's design and saved Robb by getting the place settings! Robb is obnoxious, even my kids can't stand the way he treats others, especially Will, who is the most talented and personable one left. He was the one who did the majority of the work! I think Robb is intimidated by him -did you hear the comments when Will came into the green room? What a jerk! I think Todd is two-faced- when he and Will were putting the room together, he said that Robb hadn't thought out the space at all,and was a rookie, but then high-fives Robb and says that Robb is his biggest competition. The judges need to see all that goes on, not just the final results, and then maybe the right people would win- those with talent and personality!

Posted by Wendy – August 20, 2007 3:15 PM

Well, my favorite, "Sparkle" Josh lost last night and I don't know if I want to continue watching. The others might be wonderful designers, but they don't have half the personality of Josh. You were right on with David Bromstad last year, but this years final 4 aren't even in the same category. Robb is obnoxious and annoying. I will not watch him if he wins.

Posted by Barbara – August 20, 2007 3:07 PM

Yuk. Last night's show was completely disappointing. Todd should have been eliminated for saying DUDE so many times, Robb should have been eliminated just for being the total jerk that he is, and Sparkle Josh should be back on the show. If you expect to keep any viewers this season, you need to pay attention to the comments on this blog.

Posted by Sandy Thompson – August 20, 2007 2:56 PM

Even though we are down to the last 4 designers and most agree that two are not worth watching as an HGTV host, the best thing is that at the end WE get to vote for the winner. Hopefully, by that time, one of the 2 ding-a-lings will be gone. OK, let's hope that they are still keeping that part of the show (the voting) this season!

Posted by gardengirl6258 – August 20, 2007 2:48 PM

Love the show. Love the judges. Love the contestants. WOW! Robb nailed what the couple wanted. It was great. The last people standing are really, really talented. Hard to choose. I'm guessing Kim and Todd. I think Robb feels threatened by Will. I think their personalities may be similar.

Posted by Christie – August 20, 2007 2:38 PM

Wow! I haven't posted since the second show. I mentioned two folks who definitely needed to go and...poof!...they were gone on the next show. Scared me a little...lolol. However, I must say this season has been difficult to watch. I think it's difficult because I don't really know what the show's objective is for next year's show. High style? DIY? Whodathunkit?

For the record, Todd has not appealed to me as a show host from the beginning. But maybe the producers are trying to widen their audience base. If they're looking for someone who will reel in watchers who like DIY's Man Cave, Todd is definitely their man. I notice my husband and I are on opposite sides of the coin with Todd. I have always liked Eric in both Clean Sweep and Over Your Head but don't think I could watch Todd.

I love David's Colorsplash and Candice's Devine Design...they have my style to a "t". Unfortunately, I don't have their staff, budget or artistic ability so putting their style in my house would require hitting the lottery and hiring one of them. Doesn't stop me from watching, and enjoying, their shows. I think Todd would appeal to the more eccentric while the other three could probably pull this off. Unfortunately, Rob's behavior toward Will would prevent me from watching him.

I always made sure I watched Trading Spaces when Vern Yip was on because his designs always brought style, sophistication and class with a budget. Frankly, he's the one who needs to have his own show...I miss him. That is where both Kim and Will shine. Both these contestants consistently bring good ideas with beautiful style without making me feel intimidated. If the producers are looking for hosts of a show viewers can watch and then emulate, either of these designers fit the box. Let me take a moment to say I think Kim is getting short shrift from folks. She is one contestant not in the biz, but consistent with good style, taste and design. She makes me believe I can make a room look good. And that's the main reason I watch these shows.

If you're looking for Wild Style...Todd or Rob could fill the bill with Todd being the heavy favorite.

I still go with my very first post. We saw the best show in the first episode..."Ebony and Ivory"..."Sparkle and Shine"...a.k.a. Will and Josh. Tone down Josh's bling and dress Will up a bit. After watching subsequent shows, I think adding Kim to round out this trio would make for the perfect show. Great ideas, pleasant people and wonderful teamwork. Let's call it "Doing it Together" or "You Can Do It" (We Can Do It?).

One final comment, I lived in Vegas for two years and everyone seems to equate Vegas with tacky. You need to wander through the Casinos/resorts again so you can be disabused of this notion.

Posted by blkcfy – August 20, 2007 2:32 PM

I'm a new fan of Design Star. I didn't bother watching last season's show because I generally hate these 'competition - elimination' shows (a la "Survivor"...Please, vote ME off the stupid island!). However, I did catch the very last show where David was awarded the honor of the first Design Star. I've been watching his show 'Color Splash' and I LOVE his style! He is a class-act designer all around! So, I decided to watch this season's Design Star show in the hopes that HGTV would find yet another great designer. Quel disappointment! I'm not sure any of these folks could carry off a show on their own. Maybe Kim. I think Will would be a great asset to a team-type show, but I'm not sure if he could carry a show alone. Maybe he would fool me. He certainly has talent! AND...he actually CARES and THINKS about the CLIENTS! What a concept! (Hello, Robb?? Todd?? Remember there are OTHER PEOPLE involved in your design besides YOURSELVES??). I wonder how well Kim and Will would work together as a team?? Todd and Robb, so far, seem to have tunnel vision in their designs. Their work is essentially all about THEM - not at all about the CLIENT. The individual designs were creative as far as 'art' goes. Todd's design was very creative and was a fabulous work of art, but can he do ANYTHING on a practical level that someone could actually LIVE in? I think Clive hit Robb's design on the head when he compared it to a Swedish hospital (or whatever it was he said). Although the coffee-table-as-wall-art was quite creative, I don't think the design as a whole was practical for living. Can I get a show of hands from those who remember Hildi's chicken feather on the walls room from Trading Spaces? Is HGTV planning a show for the most outlandish impractical no-one-on-Earth-would-ever-pay-to-have-this-in-their-own-home show?? If so, Robb and Todd are your guys! They're both egotistical hot-shots and artists. But, are they DESIGNERS???? Frankly, Todd just reminds me of a beach-bum-burn-out and Robb will probably end up working as a security guard. He has that "I'm-all-that-and-a-bag-of-chips" attitude. Very self-absorbed. If one of those two bozos end up in the final two, I can only voice my opinion by voting against them.

Posted by Ena – August 20, 2007 2:31 PM

It didn't really surprise me as to who was eliminated. The judges seem to prefer loud obnoxious people.

Christine is sooooo feminine and would've only been able to do a show about feminine decor.

Josh HAS the personality and looks but is too glittery. I would've loved to see him decorate (yes this was ONLY decoration again this week) a space that incorporated real style and not just glam. I am very sorry to see him go but agree, with the little we saw, that he seems better suited for a "finishing" show - not actual design.

Todd, from what they show us, is still only good with partying, gymnastics, and loudness. He was more empathetic this week but didn't put forth any input into the end decoration of this space.

Will's design board was the best in my view - but no telling other people's tastes. He has great design and decorating skills but his personality is lacking the oomph needed for a show. The host of a show needs to be a bit larger than life - not loud or obnoxious like Robb and Todd, just larger than life. If he can pull this out of himself and show it then he does have a chance. But, since the judges seem to like loud and obnoxious, he'll probably be going next week.

Kim is nice, did great with the flowers, and tried her best not to “lose it” with Robb’s choices in decorations. However, I think she’s only still here because she's a woman and the judges probably think they need to hang on to one of them for a bit yet.

Robb - I can only repeat. Obnoxious, loud, cruel, and all negative things said about him here. He only was able to be a leader in the sense that he enjoys bossing people around. He really isn't a "team" leader - just an obnoxious boss.

If it comes down to just Todd or Robb, I'll vote for Todd. If Robb wins, I will only watch his show once to see how awful he is and be able to sit back and laugh at the egg on HGTV's face.

Out of these four I hope Will wins though I highly doubt that will happen as the judges keep sending home the most talented with the best personalities. Will - work on your presentation. Get your personality to "sparkle" a bit.

Posted by Toni – August 20, 2007 2:26 PM

I think that last years's Design Star was so much better. You were able to get a sense of just who the designers were as individuals, their style and how they worked. I am very disappointed with this seasons program, no one can compare to David or Alice. I hope that Kim wins, please not Robb.
Margaret

Posted by Margaret – August 20, 2007 2:17 PM

I LOVE DESIGN STAR...AS A MATTER OF FACT, HGTV IS MY FAVORITE STATION..JUST ASK MY HUSBAND..ANYWAY, I WATCHED LAST YRS DESIGN STAR AND LOVED DAVID...GLAD HE WON...I STILL WATCH HIS SHOW..VERY INTERESTING STUFF HE DOES WITH COLOR..ANYWAY, I LOVE THE DESIGN STARS CHALLENGES AND THE WAY EACH STAR BRINGS OUT THEIR OWN DESIGNS..ROBB NEEDS A PERSONALITY CHECK..NOT SURE I WOULD WANT TO WATCH A SHOW HOSTED BY HIM..BUT LIKE HIS IDEAS..AND SURFER KID, NEEDS TO GROW UP AND ACT LIKE A MAN, INSTEAD, HE'S SO CHILDISH...I LIKE KIM AND WILL, AND SINCE I'M FROM NC, I HOPE WILL WINS...BUT HE'S GOING TO HAVE TO STEP UP HIS DESIGNS AND HIS PERSONALITY, TO HOST A SHOW. AND SO IS KIM....ENJOYED WATCHING SPARKLE JOSH..BUT YES, HE NEEDED TO GO...CAN'T WAIT TILL NEXT SHOW...I'M HOOKED...

Posted by LINDA WILLIAMS – August 20, 2007 2:12 PM

I was a huge fan of Design Star last season and both David's and Alice's work. I would have been pleased with either choice and feel both have excellent skills, talent and class.

After watching thus far this season, I am simply and totally disgusted with the series. I will never understand the faciination the judges seem to have for Rob and Todd--neither demonstrates the type of design style, talent or class I want to see coming from HGTV. I wouldn't allow either of them to design for me, even if it were Free!! And, there is absolutely no way I'll watch a show hosted by either of them.

Can these judges not see that Rob is trying to sabotage the other contestants?? Especially Will, who has more class in his pinky finger than Rob could ever hope to acquire! Shame, shame, shame on the producers for allowing this show to become a soap opera/reality show. This is NOT what I watch HGTV to see.

Week by week the judges are eliminating the contestants who CAN actually design. I suppose we'll be left with Rob and Todd as finalists -- an episode I wouldn't even watch.

I also agree that the "assignments" are sorely lacking. Where ever did you find Stephanie & Bruno. Surely, there were other couples whose tastes were less off-beat and more mainstream. Design Star should be more about home design than event planning!

How very sad....a quality show ruined by cheap theatrics. HGTV please take notice -- you are losing viewers!

Posted by IntoDesign – August 20, 2007 2:11 PM

Just got done watching my taped episode of Design Star and reading the blogs. Doesn't anyone else think that Stephanie and Bruno are shills set up by the folks at HGTV? I mean come on.....princess lavender and white roses meets red and black old Vegas meets rockabilly!! Who does that in real life for their wedding? And if Stephanie and Bruno aren't actors, I'm giving their marriage about 3 months because no two people with such different tastes are going to stay together much longer than that. As for the rest of the show, I'm getting bored. I doubt I will watch to the end of the season. I like the idea of a Will and (sparkle) Josh co-hosting a show. That one I would watch. Everyone else this year has been too over the top and melodramatic. As I've requested in all my previous blogs.....cut the cheesy drama show me some fabulous design work!!! Design is why I watch HGTV.

Posted by vanalinda – August 20, 2007 2:09 PM

Wow.............. what an episode........ I don't think it's fair that the couple was allowed to eliminate based on what they liked the least........ok, you didn't like her design but did why does that mean she has to be "booted" off the show. Yes, she has to present what the client wants asdn bring that to life but to have your life altered because of what 1 couple doesn't like is a bit much HGTV.....
From day 1, WIll has been my pick and will be my pick to the end. I live how childish those other "designers" are and how Rob wants Will off the show, despite the fact that he is trying to rob him of his own show, you can't rob him of his talent. Make no mistake about it, Will is Rob's and Todd's ONLY competition from the designers that are left. Maybe "Toddler" can host his own "Stunt Show" adn leave the designing to designers. Thank God the final vote is up to the public because the judges really let us down lastnight.

Posted by teachforlife – August 20, 2007 2:04 PM

I am glad I just tape the show and when I don't like it I just delete it! I will not waiste my time watching the show. Last year was so much better and I love David. He has the personality and I like Alice Fakier also. In this show I do enjoy Kim and Will. And like most I will not watch if Rob or Tod wins. I rather watch the many reruns that are on now. (I never knew and still don't know who the judges are. the names don't mean anything to me.)

Posted by BB – August 20, 2007 2:04 PM

This show was in so poor taste. I can't believe a couple who is getting married wanted such a tacky reception. I also can't believe Christine was gone because her presentation was beautiful..And this tacky couple elimated her..where do they find this couple?? Rotating dice for wedding reception..no way. I really feel let down on this show. I am considering not watching any more of these shows..I am really sad..

Posted by Peggy Berger – August 20, 2007 2:01 PM

If the final vote is between Robb and Todd, maybe we can find a way to vote by write-in for Sparkle Josh!

Posted by Fynn – August 20, 2007 2:01 PM

First off I totally agree with all of you about " Todd and Robb" I can't stand either one of them . Todd is a great carpenter and artist but still has yet to design a room that I would want in my house and Robb I just want throw in a very deep hole in the middle of nowhere. He is irritating!!!!!

Lastnights challenge was a very difficult one, even for someone who does this for a living. It is always hard to incorperate two very different styles into a reception when you have a color scheme of red, black white and lavender.The bride wants elegant and the groom wants a casino party. Most designers have more than 16 hours to come up with a design for something this tacky and this complicated. I usually take several days and do several designs and redesigns, so that I can see and to reevaluate my own thoughts on the designs. My first instinct is not always the right one . Some times it takes a couple of combinations and redos to get it right and be happy with it. I take lots of notes, pictures, measurements and my time to make sure I have everything correct. I also meet with my clients more than just a few minutes. To have to come up with a design in just a few hours and then have to stay up all night to put it together and to present it the next day is impossible especially when you are exhausted. This is not college. This is not how it is done in real life.

I rewatched every episode of last years Design Star, although there was conflict with Donna and Temple they didn't attack the others like Robb is doing. Last year every designer on the that show had wonderful talent and integrity. This year it has turned into garbage.

I love Vern and have watched him for years and gotten great ideas for my own home.The other two judges I respect them, but come on; Todd , Robb?????? What is UP?

Kim, is my kind of woman. She has learned it all just by living and watching and taking her love for design and creating. Will and Josh WOW!!!!!!
I have loved these two from the beginning. I have always thought that a Josh and Will show would be the best thing for HGTV. They work great together and they compliment each others style. Together, their show would be great!!!They are the only ones close to David and I am a huge fan of his and was from day one of last years show.

If Todd or Robb make it to the final two I won't watch eithers show. The judges aren't seeing what the rest of us see. They just see the before and after shots of the spaces not what is going on during it and the attitudes.

I've just been really disappointed like everyone else. I love glitter Josh and think he should be back. Robb or Todd should have gone a long time ago!!!

Posted by De – August 20, 2007 1:57 PM

Have you read the blogs this week? WAKE UP JUDGES YOU ARE NOT DOING A VERY GOOD JOB. THERE ARE PEOPLE WHO WATCH HGTV ALL THE TIME TO GET DESIGN IDEAS WHO WILL NOT WATCH ROBB OR TODD'S SHOW. YOU ARE WRONG, WRONG WRONG IN YOUR JUDGMENTS AND ELIMINATIONS. I THINK THE JUDGES SHOULD BE ELIMINATED AND WE SHOULD START OUT WITH NEW JUDGES. HGTV you are losing alot of viewer because of this years show.

Posted by Janet – August 20, 2007 1:48 PM

What the heck were the producers thinking?? That was the most tacky wedding reception I have every seen in my life. I don't know anyone who want to bring their family into a room with spinning dice to celebrate my wedding day!! And for them to decide who should have gone was an embarassement to the design world all together! Christina is an amazing designer and she would have been the only one that I would have watched a tv show on. Kim- maybe... Robb or Todd you can forget it. DesignStar is going to have to seriously come back next week!!

Posted by Crystal – August 20, 2007 1:48 PM

Not much I can add at this point, except to say three things: 1) We strongly agree with the overwhelming majority of posts, 2) DesignStar has lost another family of viewers, and 3) This is my first blog post. Cmon HGTV, stick to what you're good at - design shows; that's what we watch you for. Leave reality TV alone.

Posted by Jeff – August 20, 2007 1:46 PM

Someone better tell Rob that American votes for the winner. He comes across as mean spirited which cancels out any talent the guy might have.
Will was correct to point out that things were not done to scale. The comment that Rob made before the judges was as nasty as one could get. HGTV has had so many guys like Robb and all the shows failed. This is TV and if Robb's confused he needs to watch the Food Channel's competion for the next TV Star. It came done to attitude not talent!!! This show was a disappointment, because as we saw, this couple paid for nothing, the only thing missing was the stripper's pole!!
Sad.

Posted by lynn schmollinger – August 20, 2007 1:42 PM

I adore Sparkle Josh yet believe the judges made the right decision to eliminate him. Josh's designs have a single specific look. He needed to show the judges and us viewers that he could do a broader range of styles--looks we want in our own homes. This week Josh's design plan imposed his sparkle style on the couple rather than giving them what they asked for. Last week Josh stuck with the sparkle style despite the limitations of the 99 Cent Store. To get an upscale look from that place, you need to look for natural materials, not plastic mirrors (I liked Josh's room more than the judges, but I hated the mirror mosaic--cheap). Josh did not have the mental flexibility to choose a style that the 99 Cent Store supported. I loved the work Josh did with Will in the bedroom the first week. However, it has become obvious that the bedroom was all Will. Josh is a great personality who I would love to watch on TV, but he lacks the agility and quickness a Design Star needs. The judges made the right choice.

I hated to see Christina get discarded, but she deliberately made no effort to give the couple what they asked for. Will, Kim, and Rob came up with plans that incorporated both clients' desires. The challenge was difficult but not impossible; those with vision saw solutions.

I totally disagree with an earlier comment that HGTV deliberately eliminated Scott before the Wedding Challenge. I suspected from the first episode that HGTV had already decided they wanted Scott to be the Design Star. The Wedding Challenge was clearly intended to give Scott a HUGE advantage over the other contestants. I doubt anyone at HGTV expected Scott to blow it on the Individual Challenge, but he truly failed there.

I think Will has a lot of talent, and I would love to watch his show. I like the idea another viewer posted of him working with Sparkle Josh. They are great together.

Posted by Kayth – August 20, 2007 1:41 PM

HGTV... I am a HUGH FAN...From the time I get home from work I am constantly watching your show or recording it and I spend over half of my week-end with you. You, HGTV, have just disappointed the heck out of me...did the judges forget that Josh is the one that designed & furnished the beautiful dinning room for that couples house whenever the rest of the team couldn't even get one kitchen compleated? I just lost a HUGH respect for the judges. The Robbery & Toddler show must GO!

These double eliminations and "Team" efforts are crazy...If the budget is the reason...then on your dream home you could funnel some money from it. You are building houses that the winner cannot even affort to live in. Come on. Josh needs to be brought back on.

Posted by Deborah – August 20, 2007 1:38 PM

What a GIANT mistake this week! Sparkle Josh was the only contestant for whom I would even bother to set my TIVO so that I never miss an episode. The possibility that Dumb and Dumber (Todd and Rob) might win makes me nauseous. Therefore, Design Star, "your show has been cancelled" from my TIVO.

Posted by Carolyn Hodge – August 20, 2007 1:36 PM

SERIOUS SUGGESTION TO THE PRODUCERS: If you REALLY want to keep the dedication of your viewers, I would suggest that in the same vein that you allowed 11 contenders in this challenge instead of 10, you allow the American public to pick TWO people to host a show (possibly together) - one from the last 2 contestants, and one from the group of people who have been eliminated. Sparkle Josh and Scott truly were the only ones who had the personality to carry another quality HGTV Show. Others are talented, but talent alone is not enough for effective TV. But perhaps by pairing the one who wins the challenge with the "favorite" personality the viewers choose, you'll create another hit show that EVERYONE can feel connected to. Viewers, what do YOU think???

Posted by Golden – August 20, 2007 1:36 PM

I cannot believe that Rob had the nerve to say that Will was the weakest link!!! From what was shown on TV (and yes I realize editing could've been done), I would have to say that Todd did far less work than Will. Someone please tall me, what do you remember Todd doing? I know Kim was hard at work stripping those flowers, Josh went out of his way to go shopping at the last minute, Will perfected the curtains and saved Robb from having those tacky, mismatched poker chips be a part of the final design, but Todd...? All I remember is him flipping around and having fun. I mean really, what did Todd do that stands out in your mind? I can see why Rob wouldn't choose Kim or Josh as the weakest link because they went shopping with him. So, naturally, only Todd and Will were left... and he chose Wil!!! I still can't believe that! Maybe all of you are right in saying that he chose Will because that's who he is most intimidated by. In that case, Rob never really answered the question...and he failed to answer the question TWICE by not choosing Will as his greatest competition.

I hope Will continues to prove himself in the upcoming challenges.

Posted by Bisi – August 20, 2007 1:26 PM

I didn't like the fact that HGTV let a couple decide about the designers ideas, it didn't seem far to the designers and to the rest of us who love the first season of Design Star, this time is has a lack of solo designs they are looking for one designer to host a TV show no a group and you can not fine a good designer with only one or two jobs by him/her self. Very disappointed on how HGTV is handeling this seasons shows maybe because you get rating now but in the long run if Robb wins you will lose few of those viewers that you are getting now. Hopefully next season is more like the first one that really makes challenges for a designer and not for a group of designers. Did I mention that I hate Robb's actitude and that there was not a change to prove to the judges that Will in fact did work hard in the last challenge?

Posted by Marisela – August 20, 2007 1:24 PM

What happened?! You did not just cancel Sparkle Josh and Christina! I really don't like the team challenges - especially last nights'. I hope HGTV is taking note. WE WANT INDIVIDUAL CHALLENGES WHERE THEY EACH DECORATE THEIR OWN SPACE - LIKE LAST YEAR!! That's why we all fell in love with Design Star. Robb won easily, because he is the KING OF TACKY. If anyone could have pulled off that horrid color combination tackyfest, Robb could.
Did we viewers learn any decorating tips or techniques with last nights' challenge? NO! When I watch HGTV, I want new, creative ideas for my own livable space, not how to put on a tacky wedding reception.
OK? OK!

Posted by decorador – August 20, 2007 1:19 PM

I CRIED WHEN SPARKLE JOSH WAS VOTED OFF. It was like losing a friend. It was so wrong.

Posted by Leighb – August 20, 2007 1:18 PM

Robb needs to go. The judges were speaking of the trifecta of a design star, personality being one of the components. Robb is a jack@$$. He's driving all the fans crazy already. No one will watch a show with him as host. Certainly not me.

Posted by Wendy – August 20, 2007 1:09 PM

I am so unhappy with this year's show. I hate the double eliminations (if HGTV is too cheap to produce the full number of shows please limit the number of contestants), I hate the team projects, I want to see the individual results not a team lead by the loudest jerk. If I wanted to see a wedding produced I'd watch one of the many wedding shows on cable. Truly a major disapointment. I don't know if I'm going to continue watching.

Posted by mmlmum – August 20, 2007 1:07 PM

I'm surprized! Josh was kicked off last night. I thought Josh was one of the best!But secondly
Will has the personality in his Spirit.And it comes through in his design work.

Posted by NANCYCURTIS717@aol.com – August 20, 2007 1:04 PM

I was very disappointed with the conception of challenge number 4 as well as the elimination process. But my biggest disapointment has been with the apparent lack of control from the producers of Design Star regarding the overtly contrived discrediting of one contestants talent and abilities by another. Each week I have witnessed negative body language, gestures and words spoken by Robb regarding Will that have gone beyond the spirit of competition. It saddens me that in 2007 we still allow negative people with their personal agendas a forum to exploit baseless negative images of others to boost themselves. I have been such a fan of HGTV because of the quality programming. Needless to say, my opinion has changed.

Posted by DISAPPOINTED – August 20, 2007 12:56 PM

The judges said that there were three criteria for choosing the next design star. To paraphrase, they were basically 1) ability to come up with a good design concept, 2) ability to bring the concept to reality, and 3) the kind of personality that would make for a good TV show host.

My question: Why have the judges focused almost exclusively on 1 and 2, and almost not at all on 3, through this entire competition? If they had focused more on 3, Robb would not still be in the competition by this point.

In this fourth episode, I saw the more positive side of Todd. I think he could host a show, personality wise. He might come across as a bit ego-driven, but when you think of all the other TV hosts that have big egos... well,he wouldn't be so different. My main concern with him is his inappropriate designs that are artsy and sports related. however, he could do a show called The X Designer or Xtreme Designs. I wouldn't watch it very often, but he could do it.

I love Will, and am noticing that he has a very laid-back personality and even when he makes criticisms of others' work, or even when he is upset, there is a politeness and calm about him that doesn't fade. He could be the Zen Master designer. I'm not sure whether that is the kind of personality the judges will respond to, though.

Of the ones who are left, I think Kim would overall make the best design star. But she may not be a Design Diva. She doesn't express her real feelings very openly, and doesn't demand to be noticed. She is a conciliator and a coordinator, and has a very good sense of design. I like her a lot, but once again it is hard to know what the judges like.

Robb should not even be in the competition any more... but he is because the judges haven't been focusing on personalities. Robb could have a show called "Let Me Be in Charge of Everything and Do What I Say." I don't think he would come across as very accessible and friendly to the TV viewers.

Overall, I'm now rooting for Kim, and Will second. If Todd wins I won't be in mourning, either. I really wish Josh had not gone. I was not a big fan of Christina's, but obviously she was a very nice person.

Posted by JAM – August 20, 2007 12:56 PM

I so agree with Michelle, posted on August 20, 2007 at 5:37 a.m. I'm also very concerned with Robb's presentation, unsportsmanlike conduct and inability to work with anyone--right now, he and Todd are 'rockin' but next week when something 'flops', Todd will be on his 'list'. I, too, Michelle, wonder what's going on with the judges; they are pretty perceptive normally--I CANNOT believe that no one said anything we he admitted to HIDING those push lights from his co-designers! Is he that insecure and lacking in confidence that he feels the only way he can win is by trickery and deceit? And me too, Michelle, if he wins, I'm so NOT watching his show--and I can't believe an advertiser would pay to showcase a product during a show that has a host that has not won America over--like David and Alice from last season...

Posted by mahwweat – August 20, 2007 12:52 PM

This season's crop of designers appears less talented than the first. Robb and Todd are obnoxious; I'm still amazed that their designs from the individual competition were judged the highest and the next. I'm sorry Scott's gone, and also Christina, not so much the others. (Who picked Lisa thinking she would make it more than 1 week?) I think WIll is very talented and don't like Robb's attempt at throwing him in front of the bus, so to speak. And I agree with the blogger about decorating a trailer park. Nothing this wedding couple wanted had any class, as the final product showed. Tacky, tacky, tacky. The next so-called client may want a picture of dogs playing poker. That is so wrong.

Posted by jcbarb – August 20, 2007 12:50 PM

Well, congrats to HGTV & the Design Star Judges!
You have just sent home the two best designers and personalities (Josh & Christina) you had on the show!!! I would not watch a show with Robb (totally assinine) or Todd (totally out of it, Dude!)as the Host. The whole show, including the couple who had the craziest, ugliest ideas for a wedding reception that I have ever heard of, was ridiculous. NO TASTE WHATSOVER - Enough for me - Out of here!

Posted by Kay – August 20, 2007 12:50 PM

OK Vegas without Sparkle Josh are you kidding me?!? And that wedding contest how pitiful! Not sure what Design Star is searching for this year. Obviously not the caliber that they found last last year with David Bromstad - Love Color Splash! Please HGTV, we beg you to bring Sparkle Josh back to us!!! He deserves at least an role on an episode. The viewers speak - I won't watch a show with Rob, Todd or Will.

Posted by kim – August 20, 2007 12:49 PM

First, I could not stop running back and forth between popping my popcorn and watching the show. NO MORE ROB NO MORE ROB. CAN YOU SAY AGGREVATING. Will i commend you for pulling him to the side about the poker chip issue, I would have blasted him on it in fromt of the judges no bars hold. It is hard to maintain intergity when dealing with an IDIOT!! Kim step you game up. Best wishes to Will!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

Posted by babygirl mcgowan – August 20, 2007 12:47 PM

Give me a break. I don't watch HGTV to 'endure' the host (exactly what would happen if Robb wins). I watch BECAUSE of the host/hostess and their fun personalities, can-do attitudes, sense of humor or whimsy, classic style and ability to interpret what a client--or I!--really like. I already miss Christina--felt she had that sweet Southern charm, but could also deliver fresh design. Seriously, who liked what Robb designed--besides this hapless couple who now have so many of us mad at them?

Posted by designedout – August 20, 2007 12:47 PM

wow !!!! i so agree with everyone. this show was fun last season what a disappointment, and send christina home because her taste wasn't tackie enough, give me a break. the antics of these over grown boys is so boring. i want to see creative inovative design not a broken room. i would like to see real ideas livable [for real people]. the 99 cent not so bad, but this is just insulting and rediculus !!! well good luck to will kim christina and sparkle josh. so hgtv have these people keep thier clothes on and learn to play nice. who would invite anyone in to their home that wasnt more couteous.

Posted by colleen – August 20, 2007 12:45 PM

The challenge was to GIVE THE COUPLE WHAT THEY WANTED, a lot of people just don't seem to get it. I think that is a designer's cardinal rule and any other business does that also. Would you like a designer to force their taste on you when you are PAYING them to give you what you want? I don't think so. I was sorry to see Josh go and hope to see him somewhere on TV again, I love his personality. Christina didn't want to give the couple what they wanted, she wanted to do it her way. I hope she doesn't always try to force her designs on her clients.

Posted by ubetcha! – August 20, 2007 12:43 PM

Loved last year's DESIGN STAR but extremely disappointed and disgusted with this year's! I'm afraid D.S. will lose viewers, especially those who haven't seen last year's success. I think D.S. should take a hint from Bravo's TOP DESIGN & PROJECT RUNWAY -- with the winner receiving money to open or expand their own firm, get a spread or two in a major magazine, and lots of publicity .... but also add the possibility of a few online videos (as they did with with 2006 runner-up, Alice.) NOT their own SHOW! We aren't seeing enough individual challenges to pick a favorite ... much less look forward to the IDEAS (and ATTITUDE) of the winner. Hopefully, people like me will not even VOTE for a winner if they have no plan to watch. Will HGTV still produce that show? To allow two people with absolutely NO TASTE, to pick a winner and loser, was unfair. I think D.S. was also hoping that the group effort would bring forth a slacker and/or non-team player for the second elimination. Surprise! All were worthy of keeping. As for the judges, Vern is the only judge looking at everything from the viewpoint of a designer, a client, AND a producer. This year, the other two judges seem to be using their own personal taste for design and the designer. I will stick it out to the end because I am an "HGTV junkie" and a fan of the D.S. competition ....and my votes, if any, will go to Kim or Will.

Posted by Carol D. - Houston, TX – August 20, 2007 12:40 PM

I know the show has already been taped and is a forgone conclusion, but I can only only that it does not end as it has begun. HGTV is almost the only station on our TV day in and day out. Last season was amazing and we watched every show with bated breath and then caught every rerun we could as well. We waited months for this year's show to start. Sparkle Josh, Scott and Will were easily the standouts for us right off. The first two shows we watched three times each; then came Episode 3 and you let Scott go. I was so angry and frustrated by your choices (Seriously - Robb's blue/green cross - UGLY!) I refused to even watch it one more time and had a hard time coming back for Episode 4. But I still had Sparkle Josh and Will.

Now, we have two tacky trailer trach victims deciding what is 'good' design? Really?! The fact that they chose Robb's design should have been the first tip-off that they had NO taste what-so-ever. That Will and Sparkle Josh were in the bottom two just reaffirms how much worse this years show is from last year's show. Because of the 'rush' to get rid of contestants, no one is getting the chance to develop their skills like last year. I would fully support Will and Sparkle Josh having a show together - they have terrific chemistry together and complement each other well. THAT would be a show to watch.

The majority of the comments are capturing the qualities that we feel as well about Robb. Nothing could induce me to watch him on a show of his own - NOTHING. Todd could be a carpenter on someone eles show if he stop jumping around and acting like a 10 year old, but he has nothing to offer as a serious designer for other people's homes - unless they wanted rooms that might look cool but served no purpose (the surf/wave room was very cool looking).

Kim would be OK and I might catch her show, but I wouldn't wait for it. Will is my last hope for a decent show to come out of this season. Please, please, please - HGTV if you read these at all - Call Sparkle Josh and give him a show. Not everyone tests well.... think about it! Josh has everything needed to host a phenomenal show that so many people wopuld watch.

Posted by ClancyM – August 20, 2007 12:35 PM

In my opinion Rob is racist, a cheat, and has no clue what the word "teamwork" means. When are the judges going to see what every viewer in America can see? He should not be allowed to continue further in this show. That he has been allowed to get this far is appalling!!!

Posted by AnnoyedwithHGTV – August 20, 2007 12:31 PM

WOW LETTING TWO PEOPLE OFF THE STREETS ELIMINATE ONE OF THE MOST TALENTED PEOPLE YOU HAD.... I JUST DO NOT GET IT. I HOPE THAT EVERYONE SUPPORTS THE FACT THAT NONE OF THE VIEWERS AGREE WITH THOSE TWO IDIOTS LETTING CHRISTINA GO. LETS ALL SHOW HER OUR SUPPORT BY VISITING HER WEB SITE AND SPARKLE JOSH TOO. HOW IS IT ALLOWED THAT THE JUDGES DID NOT BOOT HER OFF, BUT SOME TACKY INSANE COUPLE THAT CANT EVEN AGREE ON A WEDDING!!!! Support Christina and Josh they have CLASS!!!!
www.christinaraydesign.com

Posted by HGTVnogood – August 20, 2007 12:29 PM

last year was Fantastic...this year is in poor taste. The double elmination is is annoying, Todd has not shown he can design for real people, Rob may be creative but his people skills are lacking...neither should have their own show. Sparkle Josh was awesone and should have never been eliminated. Will and Christine have done a fine job. The wedding idea was bad, the people had no taste ans they should never have been allowed to eliminate anyone. What a scam this years show is. These individuals put their lives on hold for this show - only to be treated with a total lack of respect by HGTV....this was to be a "real design" contest - Last year certainly was wonderful..this year the contestants have not been given enough time, and or respect by the show to showcase their talents....Everyone looses this year...Wise up HGTV and get back to giving your viewers a classy Design Show - the contestants and veiwers should settle for nothing less! HGTV you should be ashamed for this years format..HGTV you have robbed your veiwers of one of the most fun and entertaining shows offerd.

Posted by Linda Moore – August 20, 2007 12:23 PM

Sorry for the long post: Well, it is coming down to the wire now. I must admit that I was sad to see Sparkle Josh's show get cancelled. He was a lot of fun to watch and definitely had the most potential hosting appeal of all the contestants.

I think Kim really will have to step it up to start showing more assertiveness or she will not make it to the end of the show. She is a great team player and does not promote any conflict. Sometimes I almost forget she is there due to the towering egos in the area. Would Kim be more animated on her own show? Would she hold my interest? Shake the magic 8 ball on that one. "Doubtful"

I believe that Will is incredibly talented and has some absolutely wonderful ideas for his spaces, however I feel that he would not be the most interesting host to watch. I do not mean to diminish Will's talents in the least, however it seems that his personality erupts around Robb. If there is no conflict, then would he hold my interest? Where is that 8 ball again.. "The answer is unclear Try again"

Todd is a very handy person to have around the competition. He is very strong with the carpentry. His personality may not be what some people would describe as being worthy of hosting a show, however his 'show' could concentrate on creating and carpentry.

And now for Robb. Everyone here seems to be completely 'Anti-Robb' since the first challenge. I must admit that I was 'CERTAIN' on the first two challenges that Robb was a goner. Yet, he remains. Remembering that this show is EDITED for content, the show's producers have the power to manipulate our opinions of the contestants. They can use everything at their disposal to make someone appear to be worse than they are. I will continue to give Robb the benefit of the doubt. We may have all thought that his design for the wedding was tacky, however the clients liked it. That matters very much. Robb does need to remember that, according to Vern, designers have the responsibility of creating functional, cohesive desgins for usable space. This may come with the price of not giving the client everything they want. (but if I were paying for something that I WANT, I expect to get what I am paying for.) You don't pay a contractor to rebuild your kitchen and then get a bathroom out of it.

So at the very least I for one am not one of the 'Anti-Robb' individuals out there. I think they could make a show that appeals to MEN. I am married, and my wife loves me (testosterone and all). There is nothing wrong with television hosts being strong, sometimes that is needed. (episodes of trading spaces come to mind where the designers did their own style regardless of what the owners wanted)

Well I am ranting now, however I am still interested in the show. I wish they were not in such a hurry to do double eliminations every week. I will miss seeing sparkle Josh, and my stepdaughter said that she doesn't want to watch the show now. (I would think that someone will put him in a show somewhere.. cameo? .... David?? are you reading this?)

Think of a tie between Robb and Todd.. "The in-your-face half-pipe garage-band decorating show for MEN" LOL

Clive is Great and I always enjoy watching him.

Posted by Jagrmystr – August 20, 2007 12:22 PM

BRING BACK CHRISTINA! Oh, my gosh! I was completely shocked she was eliminated! Put her on some other show on HGTV, she is pleasant and talented! True, her persentation was her own but to be eliminated by the clients that had tacky tastes - oh my gosh! Josh should have been eliminated by the judges only this time. What's with the double elimination every WEEK, HGTV???? Give her a spot online like you did for Alice! Something - Christina has true star quality!! Robb is so completely a brownnoser and sooooo obnoxious and proud! I can't stand him!!!! He is awful! And it isn't a "I love to hate him", it is I really can't stomach his personality, arrogance and trickery. He is nauseating. I selected Christina from the beginning because she is so pretty and personable. If Robb wins the whole thing, I will not watch a show with him, because he is a thief (his name fits). What would his show be called, lets see, "Let's Robb a Design" or "Robb your Way to the Top"!?! Come on HGTV - what are you thinking? He has got to be eliminated next show or I'm completely done watching your Design Star flopp this series! I love Will! His design sense and abilities are so well presented and thought out and he is so well controlled emotionally especially when he has to put up with the undeserved critics from ROBB-the biggest jerk! I can't believe Robb said Will was the "weakest link" which tells us Robb personally just doesn't like Will. But, Robb forgot Will was on his hands and knees fixing that white floor covering and making sure it went on correctly, when the time was running out. Will pointed out the poker chips were the wrong color and needed to be fixed so Robb throws curtains around them? Will was correct -- those tables were too close together. Where was the promised (forgotten) jukebox??? Robb has got to go! If he continues after next week -- I'm done! NO MORE DESIGN STAR FOR ME!

Posted by DoesDo – August 20, 2007 12:21 PM

I am an avid fan of HGTV but this whole season of DesignStar is pathetic - whoever the producers are, they should get the ax - some of these contestants should not have even been invited to participate (Robb and Todd!). I will watch one more episode to see which real person gets kicked off next. I am also very disappointed in the judges - this whole season is a joke - I don't know what they can do to reestablish their credibility for the rest of this season (or next, if there is one). Boooooo!

Posted by Evelyn – August 20, 2007 12:21 PM

I don't understand the direction the Design Star judges have taken the competition.

The big caveat of this season was that HGTV was looking for the entire package. Well, you cannot just weight things equally in this competition.

How many times have they said "They are all good". Let's face it, they would not have made it to the show if they were not good designers.

The ability to connect with the audience and an onscreen presence has to be foremost in this stage of the competition, but with the elimination of "girl next door" Christina, and "Wow, what a witty great TV personality" Josh J (my two favorites). I am dissapointed.

I think that either of these two designers would make excellent series hosts. Will is great at what he does, but his onstage presence, and even his speech, is not TV show host caliber.

Kim is great, good designs, would be a great assistant...simply because she does not have the practical design experience to draw upon for an entire series.

Todd, too over the top. Isn't the HGTV audience mostly women? While he has a great body, I don't think we need to see it, and the way the editors portrayed his mannerisms is dissapointing: very "Locker Room". He belongs on ESPN not HGTV.

OK, Robb is portrayed too abrasive. I see him on a construction site, not a design show. He can get things done, but his designs are not inspired or with a freshness that appeals to me. I also do not appreciate his people skills, which, again goes back to the "Show Host" personality.

PLEASE let us vote to bring one designer back for an episode to re-enter the competition!!! Let the people speak before its too late.

Posted by Tricia – August 20, 2007 12:16 PM

An addition to my previous comments, since my comments on the "rate my room" page are being edited. This seasons Design Star should be renamed the "Just How Obnoxious can Robb & Todd Get" show. It doesn't seem that the judges are
seeing what we, the viewing public are seeing. That they only see the end product and not what went into the end product. I have lost all faith in the judges (I had no favorite going in, just feelings of confusion and disbelief after the first show). Apparently the snarky comments, eye rolling & downright obnoxious behavior on Robbs part & total arrogance and childish behavior on Todds part are only for us...the lucky viewing public. I used to love HGTV...now I am questioning my choices AND definately NOT watch the Todd OR Robb show, at this point...I am so upset that I am taking hiatus from HGTV programing and checking my options elsewhere!

Posted by Linda – August 20, 2007 12:13 PM

Well HGTV just lost me as a fan,I enjoyed Desighn Star last season, but this is terrible. Josh was the only one with any personality at all.

I want to apply for the judges jobs.

Posted by just a fan – August 20, 2007 12:10 PM

I think we sometimes forget that on television, we see what the producers want us to see. Robb's nasty comments have been successfully included so that we have a definite opinion about his attitude toward others. Todd's shirtless moments have also been selected for the same reason...ratings. The more the program fires up the audience, the more people watch. The trick here is to figure out what the producers are trying to accomplish.

Of this final crop of contestants, who might the producers be looking for? At the moment, I don't think any of them stand out as David and Alice did last year. (Incidentally...I LOVE Alice's tips on hgtv.com!!!!)

I'm guessing that they will be looking for a different sort of designer. Robb and Todd(ler) have alienated so many die-hard viewers that I think their days are numbered. Kim has a very easy-going persona on camera and appears to be a hard worker, willing to do whatever the demands of the project require. Will is a superb and experienced designer who needs a little bit of polish (grammar and delivery), but is quite pleasant and an obvious hard worker as well.

I would like to see more ethnic diversity in the show hosts on HGTV, so I'm definitely pulling for Will and Kim. I hope they can survive an over-the-top challenge such as the upcoming Wayne Newton thing. I do wish that we had seen more day to day design challenges on this year's contest...over-the-top design challenges are the exception, not the rule.

Posted by julianne – August 20, 2007 12:09 PM

There seems to be less design this season and more drama. Is this what HGTV wants? I wanted to see what these designers can actually do, not to listen to Robb bad-mouthing, Todd turning cartwheels on the top of the table (is this his plan to draw attention to himself since he can paint, but not design?), Will having to justify himself when he is a very talented designer(what little we have been allowed to see). I looked forward to a show with Sparkle and perhaps a competitive station can pick up a show with him as the host. Kim seems to be a very hard worker and team player and I would like to see what she can do. Next week is ANOTHER team challenge so I won't be watching. It is painful and embarrassing to listen and watch Robb. I realize these shows are edited and the producers can make anyone look badly, so perhaps this is their goal; to entice us with very bad drama instead of very good design. Bad thinking on your part, HGTV.

Posted by TerryG – August 20, 2007 12:02 PM

HEADLINE: ELVIS DECORATES LIBERACE'S WEDDING! Well, here's a new high in lows. In a town where trashy weddings are king, THIS tops the cake. Even when you consider these 2 people met & worked in a casino this wedding was the TRASHIEST& TACKIEST thing I ever saw. How can you let someone who obviously has no taste eliminate the best designers? The sad thing is Christina's design matched the wedding. I can't believe HGTV let them make such an important decicsion. I think I need to rethink where I get my my design advise. By the way, Rob's design was not acurate-his dimensions were wrong & he changed colors. What happened to Vern's quip about taking the client's vision & giving them the best we can? Wake up judges, Rob is not a design star, as Clive said, you need a good design-Rob doesn't have it; you need the right personality, does Rob have it-NO; you need someonw who can lead & convey their ideas, can Rob-NO!!

Posted by Donna Kostanek – August 20, 2007 12:00 PM

This show is a train wreck! If anyone at HGTV thinks that any of the dullards who remain are the slightest bit watchable, they are sorely mistaken! I'm out.

Posted by classicstyle – August 20, 2007 11:55 AM

I was soooo hoping that Robb would get axed. :( Anyone that has to hide things from the competition as he did in the last show ... shows outright contempt for the other competitors and has little faith in his own design skills.

And yes, I hated to see both Christina and Josh go.

Posted by David – August 20, 2007 11:51 AM

I think people are missing the point about the couple and their wedding. Sure...we all thought it sounded....different. But if you are a designer, you should be able to design for what the CLIENT wants..and if THAT is what they wanted, that is what you should have tried to deliver....whether it's your taste or not. So I can see why Christina was eliminated...give the clients what they want, not what YOU want. As far as Rob, the final seal on his fate in my book was his comment when Will was the one that came back into the room at the end..."You've got to be kidding". He is such a low-life. As for Todd...I think the guy might have talent (although his actions drive me insane) but I have yet to see him design a FUNCTIONAL room. I am not ready to rule him out until I see if he DOES have the ability to design usable rooms. We haven't gotten to see that yet. The show is moving too fast to find out if he can or not. What a totally disappointing season of Design Star!

Posted by Holly – August 20, 2007 11:51 AM

I'm shocked that people are buying the b.s. that Todd is all of a sudden showing a sensitive side. And I do mean b.s. First, he's sensitive because he said the wedding is all about the bride? So where was the bride in his design? Hmmmm? And this b.s. about Todd being sensitive about the bride not having enough room for her dress. Give me a break! ALL he was doing was throwing his buddy, Robb, under the bus - again!! He couldn't come up with enough reasons why Robb SHOULDN'T have won - he didn't do his design to scale (true, but Todd only wanted to point it out so Robb would look bad); there wasn't enough room for her dress, etc. etc. -- come on, people! Todd is anything but sensitive. I'll tell you what's going on here. Here's my theory -- Todd is in the final two. In fact, it may even be Robb and Todd. AND HGTV is finding out ALL TOO LATE that its audience can't stand either one of them! SO, they're doing damage control. IT'S ALL ABOUT DAMAGE CONTROL, PEOPLE! They want Todd to have his own show. And they know America can't stand him. And they also know that there's not a thing they can do at this point about Todd being in the final two. So, they're throwing anything that makes Todd look like the jerk that he is on the cutting room floor - and THEN they're airing what's left. Hey, they can edit this show until close to air time, folks. And that's what they're doing, editing anything from the shots that makes Todd look like a jerk and just showing us anything that might make him look half decent. (And if you ask me, it's like editing all the bad stuff out of the Sopranos. You're left with very little.) Please don't be fooled, folks. Todd sensitive? My, as they say, Aunt Fannie.

And Robb? Well, he may also be in the final two. So they're continuing to let Robb look like the jerk that he is.

That's my theory. Remember you heard it here first.

Now for my comments on the show:

Todd's design - interesting, but didn't include much bride (like he pretended it should).

Robb - tacky tacky and did I say tacky? HIDEOUS!!

Will - did we see his design? All I remember were colors, place settings, and a collage. I don't remember even seeing his actual design.

Christina - I'm thinking she's kicking herself in hindsight for not including an arrogant groom who doesn't realize that this truly IS the bride's day. For any man who thinks it's his day too, well, maybe he'd be happier being a bride?

Kim - good stuff, as always, but I'm afraid she's boring. Zzzzzzzzzz.

Sparkle - We love you, Josh! Don't go! Now there's no one good for us to watch! No, Josh, don't go! Josh! Don't go, Sparkle! Oh, he's gone. Sniffle.

In short, this show now blows, and I won't be watching it any more.

Oh, and my 14 year-old nephew says he would have liked to see someone other than Todd take off their shirt. Ahem. That's all I'm gonna say about that.

Posted by Kathy Gardner – August 20, 2007 11:46 AM

This show is a joke! There's no real talent left at this point and HGTV hasn't even tested any of the remaining contestants on their television personality. Isn't that part of having your own show? They should have taken a queue from The Next Food Network Star and been testing these people on camera since the first episode. Also, having team competitions does not showcase individual talent, it only shows how they work in a team which is not what they will be doing on their own show. Robb is big-mouthed and underhanded and, in my opinion, does not have any design talent. And if Todd is chosen, is he going to only do skate ramps and tidal wave themes? He hasn't shown any real design talent. HGTV should just cut their loses and end this competition and never have it again. It's obvious they knew who they wanted before they even put this show on TV. Why put the viewing public through this circus? I know we don't have to watch, but who doesn't love a good train wreck?

Posted by Daisy – August 20, 2007 11:43 AM

I know what I have to say is nothing new, I see that everyone has already commented on what I thought. But I figured if enough of us commented maybe, just maybe HGTV would get it. It's too late for this season though. All the best designers have been eliminated. Why? Because Vern said so? It's time for him to move on. As a matter of fact I think its time to lose all those judges. That "wedding" design was so tacky. If you think anyone wants to see Rob or Todd as a TV star you are very wrong. And the other 2 have no personality and shouldn't have their own show either. Maybe if you slowed down and didn't wildly eliminate 2 people at a time as part of random team eliminations things might have worked out better. Sadly its over for me.

Posted by Heather – August 20, 2007 11:42 AM

You can tell the difference between last year's and this year's Design Star just by reading our comments. Last year there were many different favorites. This year it has come down (mainly) to everyone's dislike of Robb and Todd. I, too, have been disappointed in the format of this year's show. Double elminations, little individual showcasing, too many team projects. If they are doing team projects, why aren't they showing the judges the teamwork involved? If that was the case, they would have eliminated Robb and Todd long ago. I also understand that the show has already been completely filmed, so I feel like our blog comments are for naught (although it's still fun to read them!). I just hope that HGTV reads them and takes heed for their next Design Star. Re last night's show, Robb did give the couple what they wanted and that's why he was chosen, but I agree that the couple should not have been the judges to send Christina home. Robb's personality has seemed a little milder recently, but that's because he hasn't had to work FOR someone. We all saw his true personality when Green Josh was in charge and also when he hid the lights. Come on! If they were judging on past shows to eliminate, why didn't they boot him or Todd? I can't forget their bullying behavior. Robb obviously can't stand it if anyone argues with him and goes for the throat if they do. I agree with the person who wrote and said that none of the other contestants would dare argue with him because he would resort to schoolyard bully tactics, so to speak. Who needs that? I didn't think last night's challenge was very good and more individual showcasing is needed. This show is not as good as last year's for that reason. Plus, they jump back and forth between judges and contestants so quickly that it's off-putting. I must have blinked because I didn't catch much of the presentations to the clients. We should have had a little more time to view them. I hope that Will and Kim are the last to be up there, but don't have high hopes, based on the judging so far. This is not the same show I liked last season. Why tamper with success?

Posted by Louise – August 20, 2007 11:40 AM

WHAT WERE THEY THINKING LAST NIGHT GETTING RID OF SPARKLE JOSH! WILL HAS NO PERSONALITY WHAT SO EVER!! HE IS SO BORING! I WOULD NOT WATCH A SHOW THAT HE HAD AT ALL. TODD IS THE WINNER OF THIS SHOW HE IS SO ARTISTIC, SKILLFUL, CREATIVE, FUNNY, CRAZY, & INSPIRING. HE WILL BE THE WINNER.

Posted by BERDAN – August 20, 2007 11:38 AM

I have to agree with the comments made. this year is very different and the best designers are being cancelled while the so-so get by the seat of their pants are still on. I felt last nights challenge was unfair to eliminate someone on anothers design. Josh was just completeing robbs design. the designers are not being judged on their own merits and abiblity. Why arent they doing individual challenges. What is with all this group crap and next week looks like pairs. I really am very disappointed in this series. i had higher expectations of HGTV and also the judges. Vern seems to be the only judge who is juding on design and ability whether he likes the design or not. I hated last nights design. It was appauling for awedding and was true trailer trash. To decide someone's fate on two people who have no idea of design and were just looking for something outrageous is ridiculous. i watch the previous inner David Bromstad all the time on color splash. He has a good show. If robb or Todd were to get a show i would not watch it. todd is immature and way out there "man" surfer dude and robb is just rude.

Posted by Kim Britschge – August 20, 2007 11:35 AM

How terribly unfair that Christina is the only designer thus far to be ousted not by experienced judges, but by a young Vegas couple on the eve of their wedding with absolutely no design experience and with divergent (and hardly demonstrable) tastes. She took a huge risk by giving the bride what she wanted in a beautiful way without deferring too much to the groom's suggestion of amalgamating with the Vegas theme. Of all of the designers, Christina was the one with the most elegant ideas who would truly appeal to the majority of HGTV's viewership.

To cap it off with losing the best personality and the most ingenious implementer in the group- Sparkle Josh-made me think twice before making an appointment to watch Design Star next week as I have since the premiere. The producers should know better (how large would an audience be for a show hosted by someone as narcissistic as Rob really be?). PLEASE find a way to bring Josh and Christina back! Maybe on a show of their own! Now THAT I would love to see.

Posted by Rebecca – August 20, 2007 11:26 AM

WHAT IN THE WORLD??????????????????????????


TRULY DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Leslie – August 20, 2007 11:24 AM

All I can say about this competition so far - is that Rob must have Las Vegas LUCK because he certainly does not have any design talent! They lost two very talented designers last night. If Rob wins this competition (which hopefully enough of the viewers will not pick him!) - I won't be viewing his show!

Posted by Becky – August 20, 2007 11:20 AM

UGGGHHH! Sparkle Josh ELIMINATED??? Give me a break!!!!

Posted by wowdidyouseethatbird – August 20, 2007 11:15 AM

I am saddened that Josh's show was canceled. I am sooooo sad!!!! He has the talent, the looks, the personality, the humor....shall I go on??? HGTV....WHAT WERE YOU THINKING? In my ever so humble opinion, HGTV made a HUGE mistake. I can appreciate the other designers and their talents, however, Josh just stands out among them. Don't give up Josh honey...you are a pro and with your outlook on design you are going to go places...In fact, you can come to my place and design your little heart out anytime!....I know it would be FABULOUS! Chin up all you Josh fans...he'll be back...I know he will!

Posted by Donna – August 20, 2007 11:11 AM

I agreed with Christina that the wedding should be all about the bride. The bride's parents usually pick up the cost, so she gets the final word. When the bride talked about her fairy book wedding with lavendar, (and the groom wanted "Rock-a-Billy"???) I would have gone the same route. Unfortunately, this bride lied. And Christina suffered for it. This couple didn't deserve the power they were given. They should have got their Elvis impersonator and the $100 special. I thought this was a Design show. What a disappointment!

Posted by Toni Kaye – August 20, 2007 11:11 AM

Todd is not as amusing to me as he is to himself.
Apparently the judges do not get to see the same show that I do or they would see that Robb is calculating and unpleasant, not to mention cheesy. Rock-a-billy indeed, who else would shine in tacky.
I have absolutely no interest in watching anymore of either of these two and feel that they are making HGTV look foolish.
Kim is elegant, professional and quiet.
Will is an extremely good decorator and I would have him decorate my house in a minute.
Sparkle Josh is energy and happiness and compentent. Will was right, they are excellent together.
I would love to watch a show where Will and Josh are the decorators. In fact, Will, Kim and Josh would make a very competent team. It is not unheard of to have a 2 or 3 "man" team of decorators.
Hope the show turns out right, it hurts to watch Will, who is so good, get slammed by a hack.

Posted by donna – August 20, 2007 11:09 AM

It's like the inmates are running the asylum. I thought this was DESIGN Star. Pleasing the client is part of the job, but with a tv show there's someone screening these people. Whoever they are, they're the ones who should be canceled. Surely there are people in Las Vegas who want better than revolving dice at their wedding. These people are being judged on the wrong things. Style is a no-no and will be punished.

Not only is Rob obnoxious and arrogant, the rest of the team had to work like mad to 'finish' his plan. They really pulled his fat out of the fire -- and for what? Josh was canceled because he was a better shopper than designer. Given that the design being executed had nothing on the tables, what else was there to do to pull it off? I would have liked to see how the room would have looked if everyone just followed Rob's plan. Fortunately for the couple, the rest of the team worked very hard to give them what they asked for.

The best we can do now is have a final with Will and Kim. But this isn't last year; it won't happen. All I can say is if Rob gets to the final round I'll vote for whoever else is left.

Posted by Syl – August 20, 2007 11:09 AM

Does anyone know where/how we can write HGTV channel or the show? I know we can vote at the end of the show but I don't know if I can wait that long. Eeewwwwwwwwww.

Posted by Shapeshifter – August 20, 2007 11:06 AM

I have to say I'm pretty disappointed in the show. It seems to be more about creating tension rather than entertainment. It seems HGTV has taken these people, exhausted them, given them NO peaceful moments to recoup, forced them all to live together and then dumped them in this huge sandbox to see what bloodied and toothless contestant winds up on top swinging the last remaining sandpail! Where's the classiness in that??? Where's the fun design or inspiration to better my own space??

I have always been a huge fan of Vern's and would have liked to see more involvement, leadership and encouragement from him, rather than just being the 'heavy' on elimination night. He was always so classy and had these wonderful, zen inspirations which were always so personal to each homeowner. He managed to take their crazy, loud spaces and always brought a classiness to it. Further, Clive is loveable as well and it would be great to see HGTV allow a bit more room for his fun personality.

Most importantly, I am completely disgusted with Rob. I have been a HUGE HGTV fan, and have to say that I will be boycotting the channel should Rob be allowed to continue (heaven forbid he actually wins his own show). I think Rob has given designers a bad image and would fire him on the spot for his lack of even basic manners! I DON'T CARE if it is a competition!! He NEEDS TO LEAVE WILL ALONE!!! It's just tacky and shame on you guys for playing it up! Talent can only get a person so far. At some point, they MUST bow to the rules of the sandbox, otherwise - they'd never retain any clients much less employees!! Sad for Rob, he seems limited in his talent. It's always loud, just like his mouth.....

Anyway, too bad Sparkle Josh has been eliminated. I think that was another misjudgement. His 'flamboyance' may have been specific to a smaller group of homeowners, however, his eagerness, charm and genuiness made him loveable to many. He could have been a most entertaining show host and a lot of fun to watch.

Finally, I do feel there should be less time spent forcing everyone to work together (especially since you guys insist on cramming Rob in the middle of it all)and more chances to show individual talents. If you need to see their leadership/coordination skills, give them anonymous crews to run, rather than each other. In the real world, we would never expect a group of designers to battle for the winning design and then help each other complete said design in a few hours...

Posted by cartoonphred – August 20, 2007 11:02 AM

After last night's show "Going to the Chapel", the show's two finalists will be "attitude" Rob and "nude dude" Todd. I can guarantee that I will never watch any decorating show on HGTV that had either Robb or Todd as a host. They both have the personality and taste of rotten turnip. I've just watched my last episode of The Next Design Star.

Posted by Helen T – August 20, 2007 10:58 AM

First of all, the bride and groom should not have been in charge of any part of the elimination and yet they were...if they liked their space, then that should have been their final comment/s. And secondly, Vern should not have made that cheap-shot attack by asking Rob who was the weakest link...Vern knew he would be causing trouble and yet Vern asked anyway...that, in itself, was tacky and unworthy of a judge. I simply can't get over that question...shame on Vern!!!! Rob showed leadership, this is true...Rob also showed no manners and no likeability quotient...maybe he should join the army. Kim is a team-player and so is Will...my thank you goes to each of them. If Josh shows off anymore by leaping and bouncing, I will turn off my TV! This is a promise! Though we cannot compare this year's show to last year's show, it's hard NOT to do...diamonds? What???? And how come we are not seeing more individual work...the planning of the shows this year are severely lacking in showing us individual work and that's a darned shame...you are cheating us...you people who sit in your ivory tower/s should think of the viewers TOO...do we not count at all?

Posted by shi2shi – August 20, 2007 10:58 AM

I'm waiting for Todd to show his personality to the camera and stop exploiting the one dimension of his persona that comes through in his designs. Come on Todd, lets see it how you can relate design to us common folk and give us that wow factor that David has.

I wonder how long Robb's personality would mesh with show producers and production crews - but lets face it, no one wants to see an ogre win unless his name is Shriek.

Like everyone else, I was sad to see Christina leave because she wouldn't do Vegas tacky. As for Sparkle Josh, give that man his own show.

Posted by Ellen – August 20, 2007 10:41 AM

Why 2 at a time? It cuts into our getting to know the personalities and see what the designer can do. I love the show, I loved last year and prefer the 1 at a time elimination.

Last night was a nightmare, so tacky. This couple should not have been allowed to decide another person's career. Also, why eliminate 2 last night? Rob led, mission accomplished and everyone worked their tails off. The second elimination was counterproductive.

I will not watch a Todd or Rob show - I dislike both of them. I like Kim, Will, Scott and Josh (sparkle), but because the series is going so fast they did not have the time to develop their skills and show what they can do.

Keep the show on, go back to the old format.

Posted by Cheryl – August 20, 2007 10:37 AM

To lwatkins

If Todd really believed that it is the bride's day then why didn't his design consider her at all? The producers did a better job of editing Todd to make him look good. I thought Todd would be their choice from the beginning, not because of talent but because they think more men will watch. They, however, didn't take into consideration that Todd is just not likeable. Looks like they want it to be Todd and Robb because, really - if they are the only choices - Todd is the lesser of 2 evils. HGTV screwed up this time. Sparkle Josh would have been a huge hit.

An ex-viewer

Posted by Sue – August 20, 2007 10:37 AM

This was a rediculous episode.... Those people they picked for the wedding were TRASH! Who wants a reception like that, plus they couldn't even afford to have their own reception. Revolving dice, flames, and the Las Vegas sign - give the trailer park a little money, and they will make it a little tackier. Plus, allowing these two idiots the huge responsibility of eliminating someone was lame brained on HGTV. Christina and Josh were the only two I was interested in hosting a design show. I mostly love all HGTV programs, and watched last year's Design Star. I will not complete this season.

Poor Showing HGTV - You lost some viewers on this one....

Posted by derek – August 20, 2007 10:35 AM

Ya know I NEVER EVER remember any TV show making me feel so heartsick!! I can't shake last nights challenge and the way it ended up! JOSH I WOULD BE EXTATIC IF YOU CAME AND LEFT YOUR *SPARKLE* IN MY whole house!! This challenge was beyond unfair the whole thing! For the couple to rate the best and worst without even a word from the judges, is way unfair!!! The judges didn't agree even at the end, so who got last say???? The judging has sent such mixed messages to these designers and us viewers! This viewer is way beyond disappointed!!!
Rob can go fly a kite!
What are you thinking , HGTV?

Posted by heartsick – August 20, 2007 10:34 AM

I think all of us ought to show our displeasure with the travesty this show has become this year by just turning it off. If we continue to watch, the producers will believe they have a huge rating hit, and will ignore the many comments that they completely misunderstood why the first season was successful.

HGTV fans that I know are sophisticated, intelligent people who despise reality shows. Last year worked because we got an insight into the design process with talented individuals under pressure challenges. We also loved David because he was a talented and charming designer, not because he looked good shirtless.

Where to start with what went wrong this year? In choosing the original contestants, put more emphasis on design talent rather than looks or quirky personalities. Give challenges that allow contestants to demonstrate design talent, not like the ridiculous show last night which has everyone striving for the lowest taste quotient. Who wants to watch that? More individual challenges. During the show spend more time showing us design, and not the petty personality exchanges. We're hearing less from the judges this year, and I miss their intelligent insights. Give us longer to get to know the contestants and see their work. Put the judges in charge of eliminations, not two individuals who may be very sweet people but know nothing about design.

I, too, am totally turned off by Robb and Todd, and would never watch a show they hosted, but that is beside the point. If the process were fair and interesting, the show would work even if it produced a winner I disliked. Todd and Robb have survived because of the flaws in the show's design.

I'm done with this season -- and I hope a lot of you will join me in sending a clear message to the producers that they have made a mess of a very promising concept.

Posted by Angela – August 20, 2007 10:30 AM

This is the first time I have ever blogged any where, any time but I felt compelled to let you knowm, that as a devoted HGTV fan (I ONLY watch HGTV, you screwed up last night. I thought the idea of the show was to pick someone as a design star. So far we have not seen any designs!!! "Designing" a tacky wedding or a $.99 room isn't designing to me. I can't believe that Vern kept talking about Josh's $.99 room and couldn't remember Robb's car door or his first "room". Like usual, he was always out "shopping" while everyone else made him look good and he didn't even have the good grace to appreciate what they had done. You eliminated the best thing that ever happened to this year's Design Star, Sparkle Josh. I won't be watching the rest of Design Star this year. The jury is still out on whether I watch anything else on HGTV; unless, of course, you have a new show starring Sparkle Josh!!

Posted by Brenda – August 20, 2007 10:28 AM

I really, really did not like this challenge. In fact, I am not happy with the whole campy Vegas setting. Yuck. I am enjoying going back and watching last seasons clips on here - much better show.

Anyway, I am coming around to Todd again. He had rubbed me the wrong way in a couple shows but I think I was wrong. I really like him and I think he is extremely talented and a fast worker and I can see him having a show. I think it would be high energy and fun.

I would never watch a show if Robb was the host. He is abrasive, brash, childish, etc. I could go on and on.

This challenge was so unfair. I'm super happy for this couple but they had horrid taste and this should not have been a challenge. Where's the studio apartment challenge? That was a fun one from last season. If there is a Design Star Season 3, I hope it gets its "sparkle" back because it's a little bit off this year and I think it's Vegas.

I am going for Todd, Kim, and Will now. See ya Robb. Josh is a great guy but he probably should have gone home last week before Scott. Shopping was more his thing than design. I am hoping it's Todd vs Kim in the end. I love Will but he is a bit too safe and, dare I say boring, in his designs. Mostly, I just want Robb's show to be canceled!!!!

Posted by Mandy – August 20, 2007 10:23 AM

I watch a lot of hgtv and last night I think the judges missed the mark. Yes, it is about design but, it is also about personality and if you do not like the person who host the show,I do not care how talented they might be you will not watch. A great exsample is Lisa laporta. When She was on "designing for the sexes". That when I finally start to watch that show faithfully and stopped when she left. I was so happy when she got her own show. She and clive make a great pair and I would not miss an episode.
I would love to see Josh come back and get a show with Kim and Will. They would make a great team and it would be so fun to watch them. I just enjoyed Josh and his smile. I also Love the way he can shop. I think The Judges Need to re-think what they did by letting Jose go. I do not like Robb nor would I watch one show he would do. This is about the viewers who want to invite this person into there home for alittle while to escape the reality of life and see other peoples homes transformed. I would never in a million year invite Robb into my home.
Judge Bring Jose back!!!!!

Posted by Annmarie – August 20, 2007 10:21 AM

Very disappointed in this years show. It has just gotten worse each week. Kim and Will are sweet and fairly talented. Robb spends time trying to make others look bad because that is the only way he can look good. Todd is not a designer. I think Adrianna should be the carpenter for a Sparkle Josh and Will design team with Kim as a helper and she can make sure their hair looks great as well. I'm so disappointed in the show this year. The designs challenges are not realistic and noone would pick a team they can't work with so that concept and the time frame concept is absurd.
Let Alice from last year come back and win this year. David is good but everything is brown/green/orange contemporary and it gets real boring.

Posted by marie – August 20, 2007 10:19 AM

Once upon a time in television land there lived the stupidest t.v. network, known as HGTV. Now, HGTV was known as the stupidest network because they found a surefire, no-gamble hit TV show with a surefire, no-gamble hit TV host – but they canceled it before it even started. For, you see, by the end of episode two of what was once HGTV’s biggest and best designer challenge show, America fell in love with a talented and lovable design star known as Sparkle Josh. Yes, Sparkle Josh had everything a design show needed – ability, charisma, a great sense of humor, and likeability. In fact, regardless of the fact that the first two challenges were group efforts, Josh’s sparkle was so great that he not only stood out for his excellent work in them, but he also won them. But, alas, on challenge number three he did not wow the judges (and also did not steal from last year's show, as many other contestants did), and so by challenge number four, even though he did no more and no less than any other contestant whose design was not chosen, Sparkle Josh's show was, to the great sadness of the stupidest network’s audience, canceled.

Then one day another home network recognized two things, (1) that Sparkle Josh was indeed the perfect person to host his own show (regardless of what the misguided judges of the stupidest network said), and (2) America had already fallen in love with him, making his show an instant hit. And so the second home network grabbed Sparkle Josh before any other network could, gave him his own show, Josh’s show became a huge hit (just as the stupidest network’s audience said it would), and the second home network became known as the smartest network on television.

And what happened to the stupidest network, HGTV? Their audience saw through their manipulative efforts to give a no-talent, annoying, egotistical hack his own show, people stopped watching Design Star, and the new show tanked as quickly as you can say, “your show is canceled.”

So what’s the moral of the story?
Don’t EVER try to rob(b) America of its sparkle.

Posted by KathyGardner – August 20, 2007 10:08 AM

Robb's design would have failed miserably if it weren't for the valiant efforts of all the members of the design team. Will, undeservedly, was accused by Robb of being the weakest link last night. That was unfair since it was Will's observations of Robb's design flaws and his intense efforts to correct these flaws that kept the wedding reception from becoming a total failure.
In my opinion, Christina was eliminated unnecessarily; and Josh, who worked hard as well, should not have been sent packing.
All the members of the design team worked feverishly to make the wedding reception a success. Since they were successful as a team, then no one should have been eliminated for this challenge.
Obviously, the judges did not see how hard the design team worked to correct Robb's design errors; for if they had, then Robb might have been the one to be eliminated. In turn, Robb displayed a big character flaw and showed poor leadership qualities by finger pointing.
These are not the qualities that I look for in the host of a design show; and if Robb becomes the next Design Star, then I won't be watching his show.

Posted by Sheila – August 20, 2007 10:06 AM

How disgusting. I can't say I liked all the designs presented. Todd's was good with the big records. Will nailed it with the combination color scheme and the bride even said so!! She wanted an elegant reception but said Christina's was too girly even for her. The bride then seemed to cave in to her fiancee's desire for rockabilly tacky. And Robb won. Yikes! Tacky to the core. But then, it is Vegas. Which is tacky. How dare Robb criticize Will in front of the judges. Good going Will for standing up to him and telling all just how hard you did work.

Sparkle, you're only about 170 miles from my house and you can come over any time!

Thank you Todd for telling Robb that wedding day's are all about the bride! It's HER day.

Posted by Mary McPhillips – August 20, 2007 10:01 AM

For goodness sake! Why is Rob even still there? He is arrogant and has no talent whatsoever! And is Todd imitating David with taking his shirt off? Okay, David has a good reason to take his shirt off, he's just too good looking for words and has the personality. Todd seems like he hasn't grown up yet, and would I want him touching my house? BIG NO! It's obvious that couple from Vegas that chose Rob's design have no class either, would hate to see what their house looks like and did anyone get a look at Bruno? Are we talking Mafia here? Where do they get these people! Why did HGTV pick them? I know, so they could pick Rob to do "trailer park" trash design....is that what we have to look forward to in the next "Design Star". Looks like I'll be switching to TLC. My vote goes to Kim or Will, but I hated Will's interview, "Pimp Palace?" Come on Will, this is a "family" show and your jive has no room for this mentality...this is a classy show, if it wasn't for your design sense, I would say you would be the winner, but you gotta leave that attitude "da hood". Rob and Todd, go home, your design sense is totally "god-awful." I pity the fools that hire both of you! What a waste of money! If HGTV puts either one of these fools as a host, that's it for me. Marissa

Posted by Marissa Mercready – August 20, 2007 9:58 AM

To the program directors of HGTV: this year's Design Star was poorly planned. You lost your way with eliminations in pairs. This is more like a design college exam instead of looking for the host of a TV show. Can Clive Pierce design even a closet? I doubt it. And yet he makes a captivating host. What sells shows is personality. The final four have none of that. They remind me of the grunt labor you have on other show who wield the power tools while somebody else narrates. You lost your best candidate by booting Sparkle Josh. You need a business mind around there who can tell you what you need to hear: "It's the ratings, stupid."

Posted by JJ – August 20, 2007 9:50 AM

As a personal friend of Josh J. I can truly say that HGTV has made a HUGE mistake in canceling his show. Josh has more talent in his little finger than Rob and Todd combined. I'm afraid HGTV will lose a large number of viewers for their shows because of the (wrong) decision. It wasn't fair to have a couple with questionable taste in design decide the fate of talented designers. Count me out for the remaining episodes

Posted by mlittle – August 20, 2007 9:33 AM

Last night's show was very disappointing to me. I don't think any of the contestants' fates should have rested solely with the engaged couple's opinion. They could have given their opinion and the judges could have taken that into consideration at the end. I did like Christina and Sparkle Josh. Josh does have more charisma than most of the ones left. Kim is probably a great designer, but we don't ever get to see what she can really do, except for the .99 cent store challenge and her plans for the wedding. Plus, she does seem to follow the leader at each elimination. She is not very confident and not a very strong personality, according to what I've seen so far. I think Will is a very talented designer with a strong presence. I also think Todd has great potential. He comes across as very confident. I know many people think he's immature. I think he's just trying to stand out. He seems to be quite considerate when it comes to what the client will experience in the space as well as drawing things to scale. I don't remember him ever being inconsiderate or rude or anything like that to other contestants. Finally, the big MORON-Robb. I think he's sly and sneaky, immature and willing to throw anyone into the street if it saves his rear! He might be able to give orders, but he doesn't deserve respect and is definitely not a teamplayer. He is looking out for himself. SELFISH!!! I would never watch any show with him on it. He needs to tone down his anger, become more of a team player, and quit trying to throw negativity on others (i.e., saying Will was the "weak link"). He should have said something to the effect that everyone was equally helpful or did their part. That would show good people skills and management. Anyone can be a boss, but not all can be a true leader. Last year's show was much better. I feel like someone decided to do things on fast forward with the eliminations. I really think, for last night's episode, they should have waited until the end, taken the engaged couple's feelings into consideration, and eliminated one contestant. Plus, they don't normally eliminate a contestant in front of the others. That had to be very humiliating. Anyway, I predict the final two will be Will and Todd. I actually could see them doing a show together (or Will and Sparkle Josh). That's from their conversations on last night's show. Will is more even-tempered and classic design; Todd is more adventurous and high-energy. They kind of compliment. That's just my 2 cents.

Posted by tggg – August 20, 2007 9:30 AM

The producers got the game WRONG. Whichever designer was selected by this tacky, tatooed, trailer-park-taste couple should have been the one eliminated. Lavendar, red and black with feather boas wrapped around the chairs with dice and flashing Las Vegas lights looked like a set from an old John Waters movie. And it is not the role of the designer to give their client tasteless ugly design, even if they ask for it. Christina was one of the best designers on the show and we are left with crazy crap. You just lost another viewer just because of this episosde. I don't care who wins now. Your show has reached a new low.

Posted by Andy – August 20, 2007 9:30 AM

I agree with all the comments re: this episode. I think I know what the problem is this season. All the producers are interns, and the judges are really on vacation & it's their holograms being shown & their "opinions" are reproduced from past seasons. This may be the only reason for the show to be so bad this season. It usually takes the big shots few seasons to ruin a good show, but they've managed to do it in just the second season.

Posted by bobsbabs – August 20, 2007 9:23 AM

Josh's design was awful and Christina only appealed to one of the happy couple. So I suppose that decision was correct, but they were surely talented. Will is the only one left with real talent. Kim could have learned what she knows from watching this channel, and Todd is just creative and extremely handy. Robb is a scam artist, but to his credit, apparently that's what this years show is about. He has done what he needed to do to stay in the competition, and a big part of that is pleasing the clients. I was very upset at his reaction to Will staying, and it's obviously because he realizes Will is his biggest threat.
Todd and Kim have really stayed out of the spotlight in order to stay in, very smart. I think something similar to the "condo challenge" from last season would really show us who the winner should be, individual challenge with real clients involved. I really think Todd is the frontrunner. He certainly is the only one left with design show host talent, although David did overcome that hurdle. I could see a show working for him, similar to that of Erik Stromer's show or the Over Your Head guy, or Take home handyman.

Posted by Mike – August 20, 2007 9:15 AM

It is evident that the Show is keeping Rob around for his rude behavior and Todd for his good looks~The producers are smart~controversy breeds interest by all of the negative comments left on this blog. HGTV needs a black design star to fill the obvious void they have in their schedule. Lastly, where has the actual "design" been in this years episodes. Even design genious Vern has been a huge dissapointment, his constant frown is sad. Lastly, where is the actual "design" in this years shows? Oh wait, I have learned that I can tip my sofa up on end and paint it blue and call it spectacular.

Posted by Vintage Carol – August 20, 2007 9:02 AM

I'm begining to think the judges have spent too much time out in the Nevada sun and cooked their brains. Have they forgot the purpose of this show? They have eliminated two favoriate personalities and allowed to abrasive jerks to stay. Wake up judges, no matter how talented you may think Rob and Todd may be, Nobody is going to watch their show. Remember you need to choose a HOST with a likeable personality. Too bad you allowed two of the most enjoyable prospects to go home this week.

Lets see... what would we neme their shows?
Todd: "Play yard makeover"
Robb: "Trailer trash to tacky"

We can only hope for Will and Kim to suvive this competation and host a show the HGTV viewers will support.

Posted by Craig – August 20, 2007 8:55 AM

I am Soooooooooo disapointed in this seasons show. I cannot for the life of me see how these challanges have anything to do with DESIGN skills.
Kim stripped flowers and The surfer idiot jumped around. Sparkle josh is great he would have had an excellent show BECAUSE he is interesting and a character and a good designer. I watch Davids show all the time but NONE of these people left do it for me. I will not watch the show next season no matter who wins now AND if DESIGN STAR
doesnt get better FAST I wont watch that any more. Also what is up with the SPEED eliminations why didnt they just get rid of everybody but the winner after the 1st show and get it over with, it probably would have as much credibility as the winner will now.

Posted by Dart – August 20, 2007 8:45 AM

Unbelievable! Robb has the worst of the worst of personalities. I could barely stand to see him take over with his design. How incredibly tacky. Yes, being a designer means needing to meet your clients needs, but are they going to be putting together a show that includes all tacky? I am looking for a host who can entertain and provide designs that I can pull some ideas from. Robb will not do that for me. All I can say is that HGTV is lucky that they currently have shows that still bring me back because this isn't cutting it! I want to see true design-and next week, Wayne Newton. Come on!

Posted by Lynn – August 20, 2007 8:38 AM

How can you judges continue to keep Robb on the show? Hs is the most arrogant,smug and opininated person I've ever seen. It's either his way or no way. The things he said about Will,who I think is more of a man and decorator
then he'll ever be were terrible and especially in the closing scene in the green room. Get him off,fe's ruining your show. I agree last year was great--- no egotists.

Jean Hebert FL

Posted by Jean Hebert – August 20, 2007 8:37 AM

I was emotionally invested in Josh winning. I'm very sad he will not be on the show. I'm hoping that some intelligent producer will snatch him up for a show, perhaps on another channel. I have to respond about comments made about the judge Cynthia. I believe when she said she was looking for someone eccentric, she meant Josh. I think she was looking for another word for flamboyant. That word can have negative connotations. I agree that HGTV needs to spice up their channel with someone with a big, SPARKLY personality and a more theatrical style. Cynthia looked very unhappy when Josh was eliminated. I think Will is her last hope for someone with flair. Someone hire Josh for TV!

Posted by Debbie – August 20, 2007 8:35 AM

hgtv is responsible for the lack of talent for this season, they pick the designers & the challenge. we have some good designers however what is up with the tacky challenge of vegas rockabilly wedding. you have all kinds of people who hire designers but would you really call that reception good design? trying to be entertaining is creating a loss of confidence in the show, at the very least, a belief that the show is fixed. rob and todd have no ability to give the audience what hgtv watchers want, good design with creative personality that brings you back show after show.

Posted by sla – August 20, 2007 8:33 AM

I predict Design Star will last three seasons before going the way of the dodo. The reason: HGTV is not an entertainment channel, it is a home improvement channel. Thus all the frustration over the current state of the show. Although he might be very smart, I would not ask my doctor to fix my car's transmission. HGTV, why are you trying to be something you are not? If you disagree with me, then consider this . . .would Candice Olsen have won DS? (too nice) Would Kenneth Brown even applied? (nope!) How about Karen McAloon (I'm sure she didn't get to where she is by acting like Rob). I feel sorry for DS winner because they may have won the "game" but not necessarily the respect of the audience and design community.

Posted by vl – August 20, 2007 8:28 AM

I cannot believe that this show allowed the couple to send someone home. They are no designers and that was the tackiest reception I have ever seen in my life! Christina's design last week shined only to be eliminated this week by a couple with no design experience at all is not right. Christina can design my home anytime and we're both in GA! Josh was eliminated for what? he can shop? I thought thats what being a good designer was all about.

Shaking my head this show was bad!

Posted by anne061 – August 20, 2007 8:20 AM

I think all of these comments about how this show went done is so RIGHT! I am sickened by all of this reality show drama. HGTV is the channel I watch 90% of the time but this years Design Star is disgusting. I would like to see a show that is about remodeling/design in a more average amount of money. I could do a lot better with $40,000 for a kitchen or $25,000 for one room. DUH!! These people who have this amount of money to do a room aren't even watching HGTV. I was shocked that they let this couple decide on who went home,,,Todd didn't have her in his design ,yet he is still there and what has he done to deserve it? Will is the best that is left,,and Robb should have been gone after week one!

Posted by Weekend Warrior – August 20, 2007 8:19 AM

The concensus seems to be: The show stinks! I agree with most who say they would not want to see any of the remaining designers in their own show. Todd is a wacko! Robb is so full of himself he can't see past his many faults! Will is ok, but very, very boring! Kim is ok, but doesn't have the "sparkle" that a designer needs for his/her own show. The show lost it's "sparkle" last night, in more ways than one!!!

Posted by tonk99 – August 20, 2007 8:13 AM

I'm done. The only time I might watch again is to vote, provided that Will or Kim are still in the competition, although I really don't care anymore. Wake up judges and HGTV. Try reading these comments.

Posted by Anita – August 20, 2007 7:50 AM

I am totally amazed and disappointed in the last episode. These two people who obviously have little to no taste can eliminate a person because they did not like their design?? I find Robb/Todd the most disgusting examples of what I wouldn't watch on TV. Neither one of them has the personality or talent to carry a show. The only thing Robb has shown me is that he is a master of tacky design. I can't believe there are that many people with tacky taste to support a show hosted by him. This season has been a disappointment to me, trying to rush the competition has been a disaster. I will continue to watch just hoping to see Robb and Todd eliminated!!

Posted by Lynda – August 20, 2007 7:50 AM

I was appalled that HGTV abdicated its decision-making role to Bruno and Stephanie and their - let's say - "unsophisticated" wedding design request - without a comment from the judges on the quality/creativity of the designs. I feel for Christina - she was scammed.
I agree with many of the other bloggers - it appears that HGTV is looking for a Design Star who can focus on Trailer Parks. I think we should do a "Howard Stern/American Idol" and stuff the ballot box for Rob. HGTV reaps what it sows!

Posted by billk – August 20, 2007 7:28 AM

I am disappointed Sparkle Josh was sent packing tonight. I believe he has great talent and personality. It should have been Will instead. Will might have talent in designing but he lacks the personality to carry a show. He's boring. It annoyed me tonight that he was more interested in trying to find faults to make the project look impossible to execute than to be a good team player. Will seemed to be more of a setback instead of an asset on this task and that's why he was in the bottom 2.

And that's probably where Robb's coming from with his comment.

Posted by kittykitty – August 20, 2007 7:07 AM

Poor show. I can't believe that this wedding would be a designer challenge. A really good designer would have turned this wedding down. I really would not want to watch a show with either Rob or Todd. The best personalities and design have been eliminated. Too bad. Hope that next year's challenge is much better.

Posted by Audrey – August 20, 2007 7:02 AM

I live for Design Star. It is so much fun to see what the challenge will be. This week challenge was difficult and if that had been my wedding reception I would have nightmares. However, the couple was pleased and that is what counted. I hated to see sparkle go. I think he has a lot of potential. The only one left that I could watch do a show would be Kim. She has a cute smile and a good sense of design. Will trys hard and wants to please he will just have to warm up, Todd just won't stop jumping around and get serious. He thinks everything is about surfing or skate boarding. Rob may have won this round but being a host for my favorite channel in the world HGTV...oh no no no....
He is not a David that is for sure....love his show! Good luck all
Call me a designer at heart.

Posted by Pam Wagers – August 20, 2007 6:48 AM

I really feel that I need to bring an issue to the attention of the judges. There is something very wrong and negative coming accross the airways with regard to one of the design stars. There is a big problem with Rob!! I find it very frustrating to watch this man be involved in a team setting and all the while he is constantly slamming each and every one of his team mates, whenever they make a comment. It seems as if the other designers are trying to not anger Rob in any way. So his teammates do not speak up to him because they are uncomfortable with having to confront him in any way. Then the Judges do not get a clear picture as to how they are feeling about things. And of course the judges are not catching on to Rob and he is pulling the wool over the judges eyes. My personal opinion is that Rob is a very angry and insecure individual. He is very confrontational with everyone, including himself at times. He does not like to take orders from anyone or have anyone tell him no. He has been lying to the judges since the first show. I just feel that he has a lot of issues and he is very unreal and out of touch with reality. Why is he still there? Because he can brown nose the judges? Very sad. It makes me feel like not watching the show because he is so irritating and in my opinion ruins the show. I wish he would go home already and enroll himself into an anger management class.

Posted by Michelle – August 20, 2007 5:37 AM

I believe that this episode will always be remembered for incredibly poor taste. Surely, surely the producers might have found a deserving, compatible couple who would have enjoyed something other than revolving dice, feather boas, flames, and general tackiness. It seems amazing that this couple was given the power to eliminate a designer. I believe that the judges for both eliminations should have been
accomplished, professional wedding planners from various regions of the country. With the available budget, and even with the discordant wishes of the actual couple, a good designer could have come up with a far more tasteful approach. I have seen beautiful work done in
gamerooms in my part of the country, which would have met even this couple's desires, but would be
far more lovely. The sight of unpressed linens was really unacceptable for the budget. I felt very sad for the bride.

Enough has been said about Robb and I thorougly agree. An abrasive attitude is like poison to an event planning business. It just doesn't work in the long run.

Posted by sara – August 20, 2007 5:11 AM

I agree with most of the other comments. Last season I enjoyed every episode and there were enough variation in tasks that we got to see the strengths & weaknesses of each designer. Our involvement each week kept us coming back even if someone whose style we liked was cancelled. These shows are being done so poorly that they are making me lose interest in this concept. I love what Davids show has become but I'm sure I would have enjoyed a couple of other designers too.
but they keep eliminating people with talent and keeping Robb & Todd... who who are as far from compelling, unique, talented and likeable choices as possible. I understand they want someone a bit "eccentric" Why not go with the unexpected combo of Will & sparkle Josh. Maybe they'll finally wise up and have Will win and choose Josh as his design assistant for the show.
I will definitely not watch a show with either obnoxious, taste challenged Robb or teenager Todd....can you imagine him entering peoples homes and destroying their house with his stupid antics??? They already have a couple of construction mentality shows that are barely keeping my interest.
I'm almost afraid of watching next week. Kim has great instincts and is a terrific worker but I don't think she could carry her own show yet.
Pathetic difference from last years terrific series.

Posted by tricia – August 20, 2007 4:29 AM

I hope all of you caught the conversation between the judges, at the end of the show when Martha said " I would like for all of us to agree" and Vern said " Well we are not all going to agree" Then who had the final say if they didn't come to an agreement? How lame and hurtful to all the remaining people left when they see that unedited clip. IT IS JUST TOO WILD TO EVEN FATHEM THIS ANYMORE.

Posted by pl – August 20, 2007 4:23 AM

Disappointed is an understatement. I couldn't believe Josh's show was canceled. I was really looking forward to my next favorite design show. I was hoping Christine would rise to the challenge and give him a run for his money.

David was my favorite Design Star last season so needless to say I don't miss his show and look forward to it each week. Trading Spaces was always a favorite of mine has is Vern. But I really can't figure why Vern was so set on getting rid of Josh. From the beginning Vern admitted their styles were different but isn't that what made trading spaces so interesting. Vern has said time and again that Josh knows how to shop. David says on his show all the time that he shops until he drops. That’s how he starts every episode shopping for a color inspiration.

I love HGTV and watch TV more now than ever in the past. I love getting fresh decorating ideas from truly talented individuals for free. I have to wonder if the executives at HGTV are watching the show and their ratings go down the drain. The only saving grace left on this seasons Design Star is Will.

I figured the reason Robb was still on the show was because of the controversy he contributes to each and every episode. Viewers seem to love someone to hate.

Todd demonstrates excellent carpentry skills but he has yet to come up with a single design anyone would actually put in their home although I think he would make an excellent fill in for Ty.

Kim is sweet and a team player but I haven’t been able to relate to her design style. Maybe we just haven’t seen it yet she is always in the background and that makes it hard for me to envision her with her own show.

Posted by B Travis – August 20, 2007 4:12 AM

JOSH COME BACK!!!!!!!! ~Dang It Anyway~ This elimination has made me sick to my tummy!!!
I Did NOT want to see him go!! What in the world???? I Love him ! His smile is addictive ! Man, he is without a doubt the most sensitive , sweet, honest , personable, affectionate, agreeable, attractive, beautiful, beloved, charming, cherished, companionable, considerate, fair, generous, gentle, good-humored, good-natured, kind, patient, pleasant, reasonable, sweet-tempered, tender, thoughtful, treasured, as well as unselfish, guy WITH GREAT SINCE OF FASHION ! I LOVED SEEING WHAT HE WAS GOING TO WEAR NEXT.

I have watched Design Star from the way beginning !!! Last years show was sooo awesome down to the very last moment when David was voted Design Star!! I loved David from the VERY beginning , and voted for him at the end !!

DAVID, Has that sweet, adorable ,likeable, darling, good-humored, good-natured, kind, patient, pleasant, reasonable, sensitive , sweet, honest , personable, affectionate, agreeable, attractive, beautiful, beloved, charming, cherished, companionable, considerate, fair, generous, gentle, sweet-tempered, tender, thoughtful, ADDICTIVE personality AND I watch Every time Colorsplash is on!!

Like David... *SPARKLE* Josh has ALL of those qualities, that us the viewers want to see!!

NO WAY IN A MILLION YEARS am I GOING TO EVER LIKE Rob!!! HIS ATTITUDE SUXS!!

I am SOOO disappointed the way the challenges are falling. In my opinion this challenge should have been earlier on.The challenge really was poor in the way it was maneuvered also. At this time , we should be seeing more individual challenges, so we can see more of their individual creative abilities.

this is why the judges are having a hard time with voting.
*VERN IS THE MAN!!!!*

After the initial presentation of the wedding proposals, to the wedding couple . The design stars should have been allowed (as part of the challenge) to go back and make a few changes after getting input from the couple.).

I feel Josh was thinking out of the box, showing the couple other choices, that they may have not thought of. ALSO GIVE ME A BREAK , NOOOO SLEEP!!! NEVER WOULD THIS EVER EXICUTE THIS WAY IN REAL LIFE. this IS A 2-3 DAY CHALLENGE! SOOO many times I watch other designers present their first thought ideas , and then go back and change or *teak* things .

I FELT THIS CHALLENGE WAS NOT FAIR IN THE WAY JOSH WAS ELIMINATED. I AM VERY UNHAPPY HGTV!!!

Good Luck to Kim and Will!! Todd you are way too out of the box creative for just designing. You need to help stage for the movie sets!!!

Posted by Raine – August 20, 2007 4:09 AM

Hmmm. I was expecting Christina to leave the show at any point. Her design was lovely if rather uninspired. I suspect that she deliberately designed for the bride in a silent protest at the absurd premise for this week's show. Good for her. I think in her quiet way, she took a stand and bugged out of the ridiculous sham the show is this season.
The producers are blowing it bigtime here. We don't want Big Brother Decorates' we want a real design challenge show.
i agree with most that Todd and Robb are idiots and unwatchable as hosts.
Maybe, Will will win and it will be okay. Even Kim would be decent.
I will have to read about it as I am all done with the show. They lost me. Pay attention HGTV- you are insulting us.

Posted by Posh1 – August 20, 2007 4:02 AM

I have to say that overall, this season of Design Star has been a huge disappointment. I feel like someone decided we needed to speed through everything -- quality design and the process be dam*ed.

Please tell me what a Vegas wedding for two people with no taste and evidently no relationship skills (they didn't even discuss how they could compromise on their wedding wants BEFORE they met the designers?), has to do with interior design and normal design challenges?

I got the point of the .99 design challenges - but not this one.

And why oh why are we having two-by-two eliminations at almost every episode? So this will be done in three weeks (four if you count the final episode after the voting) and then it is just short of another YEAR before we see this show again? In the meantime HGTV plugs in endless reruns and gives people like Karen MacAloon another show? Darkening her hair and changing the premise from re-mix to re-do doesn't make her any more capable or interesting a host.

We watch HGTV for design, not soap opera fake drama. I love Clive (and didn't he look handsome in his dark suit, tho I wish he would go back to the lighter hair). Love Vern, both his aesthetic and his insight, Loved last year's show, and really felt like we knew the people, had a connection, cared about what they designed and what happened every week. But we also got to see HOME design, not backstabbing and theatrical stage sets.

I can say with assurance that if HGTV chooses Todd or Robb as the next Design Star, I won't watch. I think Will has great skill and design ideas, and Kim has great potential and vision. The 'wacko brothers' have none of that - they are annoying and childish at best; ignorant and thoughtless, they are NOT the people that should be representing HGTV in the design world.

Posted by Les – August 20, 2007 3:52 AM

I won't be watching this show any more. I thought Adrianna and Christina should still be on the show, and knuckleheads like Robb and Todd (who don't have any measurable people skills) should be off. I thought this was a DESIGN show, not a "reality TV" show. People that are going to host their own show, have to deal with real clients, TV crew people, contractors, etc. I thoroughly enjoyed last year, but whoever agreed to select some of these people...If this is the best we have to offer...this is sad...and I'm an optimistic person.

Posted by quiltmama – August 20, 2007 3:36 AM

I, too, am so disappointed this year--especially in the judges. I certainly hope that they see more than we do at home. I think that the judges should actually SEE the work being done and the final product, not just the snippets that can be seen on camera. I want to see more actual DESIGN work by the individuals, not setting up tables & chairs. And I would like to hear constructive criticism--and praise--from the judges. Whoever thought that tonight's show had anything to do with design is out-of-sync with reality.
What a bunch of garbage they threw at us, and I, as a loyal viewer, am insulted by tonight's show. If the producers at HGTV are reading these comments, then give WILL & JOSH their own show! Give more individual projects, and slow things down a bit!

Posted by jw – August 20, 2007 3:30 AM

I am so sick and tired of seeing "Robber" and "Toddler" and their mutual admiration society. I miss Sparkle Josh - he was robbed. Time to get rid of Robber and Toddler.

Posted by D – August 20, 2007 3:29 AM

I have never commented on any show ever. But HGTV needs to know what their veiwing public will and will not watch. HGTV is about the only station I watch, however, I WOULD NEVER watch a program that was hosted by either Todd or Rob. One of the judges mentioned that she wanted to find a "more ecclectic personality" which, I took to mean either Rob or Todd. The judges may think they are "cool." However, this is one viewer they would lose. What happened to good taste and classy design? If they want "garbage," then go with Rob. If they want "Surfer Dude crap," then select Todd. I just want you all to know that I grew up and still live on the Pacific Coast. My entire family loves surfing. However, most surfers I know are far more mature (acting) than Todd. When you bring this one facet of your life into EVERYTHING you do and act like some 14 yr old, it makes me wonder just what kind of surfer he really is. As far as Rob goes, I can't think of another word other than nauseating.

Posted by Joyce Turner – August 20, 2007 3:27 AM

I did not watch last season's Design Star and only stumbled upon it this season because I love the show Color Splash with David B. I have no experience with any of the judges and am extremely disappointed by what I have seen so far. I mean do they see the footage we do? If they did I can not see justifying their judgements. It seems that ratings and drama are superior to talent and attention to detail. I know that designers do not choose their clients and must work with clients' desires, however, eliminating a designer based on a couple's opinion is not professional nor the direction Design Star should be taking. And what's with the rush and double elimination? I know last season was a big success (and so is David's show) but little of what I have seen this season will actually be like the new Design Star's individually hosted show.
Not that the judges or producers care what a viewer thinks but I will not watch a show with Robb or Todd as the host. I think Will and Sparkle Josh should be given the opportunity at a design show, together or separately.

Posted by Erica – August 20, 2007 3:21 AM

If hgtv wants to fill the 2am-3am slot-what better than a show with Rob decorating a trailer
park and Todd "desiging",building and then
gynastically jaunting through a surf/beach theme
putt-putt golf course or amusemnt park.In my home, I have neither-so no need to watch the jerk
and the child-Go Will and bring back Sparkle Josh
A show with Will and Josh would be great-my husband would watch that

Posted by labs7 – August 20, 2007 3:12 AM

I love the show but this week was a eye opener. Rob is doing all he can to make Will look bad when Will was doing most of the work. From what I see Will is very talented. Todd is like a little kid that hasn't grown up. All that I have seen out of him is a skate board platform and a room that no one could use. Todd did show that Rob didn't think things through on his design but I would like to see him actually do a normal room and stop jumping, twisting, and taking the shirt off. The shirt worked with David but not Todd. Sparkle Josh, hated to see him go. How about a show with him showing how to shop for accessaries.
Now that would be great!

Posted by Carol – August 20, 2007 3:01 AM

I am SO glad I did not waste my time watching the 4th episode of Design Star. It's just one big disappointment after another. Maybe my expectations were just too high.

Posted by Kim – August 20, 2007 2:49 AM

OK, I watch HGTV because I am an adult. If I want drama I will watch MTV. I thought this show was about talented designers, not artistic stoners (at best). Will has amazing designs. I don't care if he does not stab people in the back or act like a moron jumping on tables. His use of color is great and he puts thought into his work. HGTV while I still have some respect for you as a serious network please wake up. I would not let Todd design my dog house, and I would not let Rob design my garbage man's house (although, he might like an old car door on the wall). Davids show is really good and there is no drama there, just great design. That's why all of us watch your network. If we wanted to see people talk trash and get rewarded for being an AS@, we would be on another channel. We turned you on because we want to watch relaxing shows about comfort with our Wife (husband, boyfriend, girlfriend, "roommate").
Robb is a hack
and Todd should be hosting a show for 11 years olds about how to rollerblade. Oh never mind, don't let any children around him please!!!!!!

Posted by Sniperjohny7 – August 20, 2007 2:46 AM

What a disappointment. Christina did not deserve to go home. Her designs have been brilliant from the get go... The problem all along has been...the producers decision to rush through this season's show. I feel like we are in a fast food restaurant or an assembly line. This is going way too fast! The designers are not given enough time to shine...and I say...the producers blew it "BIG TIME" this year!!! Had the judges been involved in the first elimination...I definitely think Christina would have not been eliminated. What poor choices that were made this week. Who would have thought??? Again...part of the improper elimination struggles that we are seeing...has been due to the producers trying to rush through this competition. These designers were not given half the chance...last years designers were given and it's a shame and very unfair to them. It has become a fiasco and a nightmare to watch!!!

Robb has been very lucky in the last two challenges...but why didn't the judges heed their own advice??? One of the criterion that a "Design Star" needs to have...is charisma...to be able to draw folks to watch the show. What were they thinking letting "Sparkle Josh" go??? That guy was full of charisma!!! Robb has zippo charisma!!! He's actually irritating and very immature to watch and listen to... I am not sure I have the stomach to watch the remaining competition. It just sickens me to see what is happening...

To me...if this is the way HGTV is going to handle future "Design Star" shows...I have this one thing to say to them..."HGTV...your show has been canceled."

Posted by Teresa – August 20, 2007 2:46 AM

I totally agree with 99.9% of all these comments everyone is making. I also am a design star fan since the first show. This show is not the same as it was last year. They are rushing the show and we really cannot see what the designers can really do individually. For those that say they wont watch the final episodes, LISTEN UP don't forget that when the final two are up WE THE PEOPLE have the POWER to VOTE IN WHO we want. So if ROB is in the final then everybody make sure you VOTE SO THAT ROB DOES NOT WIN. Also, Sparkle Josh should not have been eliminated, TODD should have been eliminated tonite. ANY WAY PLEASE VOTE IN THE FINAL TWO SO THAT WE CAN SHOW HGTV THAT WE DO HAVE POWER. IF THEY DON'T GIVE US WHAT WE WANT, GUESS WHAT, WE WONT WATCH ANYMORE, and guess what, the program will be cancelled.

Posted by Deb – August 20, 2007 2:45 AM

I am done with DesignStar. This weeks show was the last straw. What an incredibly tacky way to test someones design skills. Then to let the couple who wanted this tacky design in the first place choose whose design was the worst, what are the producers thinking?
Last year's show was just fantastic! To follow it up with this farce of a show is ridiculous. You really don't get to know the designer's and where are the individual challenges?! Why are they whipping through this season? How did Robb or Todd make it into the final four?! The judges keep talking about someone who can carry a show....please, they've gotten rid of everyone who could. Will, I think, is the best designer left. Kim is right behind him. Robb and Todd should have been gone the first week. Their rooms have been hideous and unusable. Don't get me started on their personalities. Robb is obnoxious, rude and just plain immature. Todd just seems really slow. This year has been such a huge disappointment and I can't figure out why they've made the show so different from the first season which was a HUGE success. Big mistake on their part, I bet HGTV will be losing lots of viewers over this. I'm one of them!!!

Posted by trano – August 20, 2007 2:40 AM

Like everyone else here, I can't believe Sparkle Josh was eliminated...I picked him out as the winner from the first episode. He seemed to have a magnetic personality that would draw in viewers. Perhaps Josh will do as the "Flip this House" Trademark Properties team did with A&E: jump ship to another network.

I can't help but wonder if HGTV is trying to shatter the stereotype of interior design as the purview of women and gay men; this is the only reason I can fathom as to why the alpha-males, Todd and Robb, have made it this far. I am NOT saying that HGTV is homophobic, merely that the network may be looking broaden its appeal to straight men by featuring straight male designers.

That said, I simply don't see the same overall level of design talent as the Season One contestants demonstrated (though HGTV kept the format of including one bizarre designer to eliminate on the first episode...anyone remember the plaster-of-Paris-coated vacuum cleaner?). David Bromstad was a stand-out from the first episode of Season One, and I was totally unsurprised when he won his own show. I can't fathom any of the "final four" having their own show, even though Will and Kim seem perfectly competent as designers.

Posted by DTMiller – August 20, 2007 2:39 AM

Rob and Todd have some talent but lack class and most of all manners! Neither Rob or Todd have the talent or class of David B! Rob never referred to the couple by name . . . Designing and/or coordinating the design for a wedding reception is personal to the bride and groom and Robb showed no sensitivity to some of the details missed in the design that was originally shown to the couple. e.g. the color of the poker chips! Anyone would be happy and appreciative if HGTV had someone design a room with a $10,000 budget! I have seen far better for half the price! I will miss Josh . . . he was so personable and unfortunately we did not have the opportunity to see more of his work. Josh is talented and he has a good eye. I hope to see him and all of his sparkle on a design show on one of the other networks. New judges should be a consideration for next years' show. I am with the majority . . . I would never watch a show hosted by Rob or Todd. Think about it! Would any of you let either of these people into your home?

Posted by Angela – August 20, 2007 2:34 AM

I just finished watching the Going to the Chapel episode and I was really disturbed by Robb. Can you judges see that he is racist? He takes nasty potshots at Will for no reason. In this episode he called him the 'weakest link' and in the episode where they designed the kitchens, as soon as Robb got in the car he tried to incite his other white teamates against Will.
I am not implying that ethnic minorities should be treated with any special preference, but what I've seen perpetrated against Will is indicative of the everyday struggles African Americans endure in the American workforce. Its not enough to do your best work, but you have to also overcome potshots non ethnic minorities carry because they don't feel you deserve to be there.
All of the contestants are very talented and I will be watching very closely to see if HGTV allows the contestants to vent their bigotry through this competition. If Robb is able to continue his prejudice then I as a viewer will have to conclude that HGTV does not support the equitable treatment of all people and if this is true I will never watch HGTV again.

Posted by grandma – August 20, 2007 2:34 AM

Wow! I'm so disappointed this year! I see little of the talent that captivated me last year. David was such a visionary and Alice was so incredibly likable. This year we have not seen much of anything from anyone and Rob is such a jerk! I would NEVER watch him on his own show! Ugh! I really hope the designers step it up... so far it's pretty boring.

Posted by L – August 20, 2007 2:32 AM

JOSH COME BACK!!!!!!!! ~Dang It Anyway~ This elimination has made me sick to my tummy!!!
I Did NOT want to see him go!! What in the world???? I Love him ! His smile is addictive ! Man, he is without a doubt the most sensitive , sweet, honest , personable, affectionate, agreeable, attractive, beautiful, beloved, charming, cherished, companionable, considerate, fair, generous, gentle, good-humored, good-natured, kind, patient, pleasant, reasonable, sweet-tempered, tender, thoughtful, treasured, as well as unselfish, guy WITH GREAT SINCE OF FASHION ! I LOVED SEEING WHAT HE WAS GOING TO WEAR NEXT.

I have watched Design Star from the way beginning !!! Last years show was sooo awesome down to the very last moment when David was voted Design Star!! I loved David from the VERY beginning , and voted for him at the end !!

DAVID, Has that sweet, adorable ,likeable, darling, good-humored, good-natured, kind, patient, pleasant, reasonable, sensitive , sweet, honest , personable, affectionate, agreeable, attractive, beautiful, beloved, charming, cherished, companionable, considerate, fair, generous, gentle, sweet-tempered, tender, thoughtful, ADDICTIVE personality AND I watch Every time Colorsplash is on!!

Like David... *SPARKLE* Josh has ALL of those qualities, that us the viewers want to see!!

NO WAY IN A MILLION YEARS am I GOING TO EVER LIKE Rob!!! HIS ATTITUDE SUXS!!

I am SOOO disappointed the way the challenges are falling. In my opinion this challenge should have been earlier on.The challenge really was poor in the way it was maneuvered also. At this time , we should be seeing more individual challenges, so we can see more of their individual creative abilities.

this is why the judges are having a hard time with voting.
*VERN IS THE MAN!!!!*

After the initial presentation of the wedding proposals, to the wedding couple . The design stars should have been allowed (as part of the challenge) to go back and make a few changes after getting input from the couple.).

I feel Josh was thinking out of the box, showing the couple other choices, that they may have not thought of. ALSO GIVE ME A BREAK , NOOOO SLEEP!!! NEVER WOULD THIS EVER EXICUTE THIS WAY IN REAL LIFE. this IS A 2-3 DAY CHALLENGE! SOOO many times I watch other designers present their first thought ideas , and then go back and change or *teak* things .

I FELT THIS CHALLENGE WAS NOT FAIR IN THE WAY JOSH WAS ELIMINATED. I AM VERY UNHAPPY HGTV!!!

Good Luck to Kim and Will!! Todd you are way too out of the box creative for just designing. You need to help stage for the movie sets!!!

Posted by Raine – August 20, 2007 2:27 AM

Well, I am glad to see that most viewers agree with me, and they can't stand Robb or Todd. I would not hire either one of them to do my bathroom, much less any other room. I am in a new three level townhouse and love watching HGTV to get great design ideas. I would never watch any show where Robb or Todd are the hosts. I loved David from last season and he is very talented and likable. HGTV you need a likable host for anyone to watch their show. Robb is threatend by Will, that is why he tried to sabatoge him. I hope it ends up being between Will and Kim,they both could come do any room in my new townhouse. I am so discouraged with this seasons show. I couldn't wait for the season to start and now I can't believe the judging this season. Vern, what is going on with you guys????

Posted by Carolyn – August 20, 2007 2:26 AM

How could you let a young couple that has no design ability make a decision on who was the worst designer????? I would never watch Robb on H.G.T.V. His arrogant attitude is very offensive.
Christina has much more appeal!!!!

Posted by Susie Daniel – August 20, 2007 2:26 AM

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Sheri A Van Dusen – August 20, 2007 2:22 AM

Has anybody, I mean ANYBODY, noticed how Kim seems to ride on the coattails of whomever is the forerunner that particular episode? It is getting downright annoying to me.

First episode she attached herself to Scott: it was HIS brilliant design for the dining pit - she went along for the ride. In episode two, she became Neeraja's best friend and then made comments to the judges about Neeraja's planning abilities. (Would Kim have done any better?) Somehow in episode three, Kim skated through the individual rooms with paperplates and a bland room; she just kissed Vern's butt a little too much for me.

Now, this week, she is just glowing toward Robb. Yuck! How is this girl gliding through eliminations while viable designers have all been cut??? I'd hope for Will as the winner now, but talent and ability seems to be the kiss of death to these judges this season.

Ugh. I can't even believe this show.

I have to say also, to the many who have criticized Scott (and Adriana, for that matter) for crying, do you have any idea the amount of pressure these people are under? They seem to be under an intense schedule (with little sleep) and no one in the world is accustomed to living under the glare of lights & tv cameras 24/7. It takes adjustment. If you add to these conditions the fact that Scott threw-out his back, it is understandable why anyone would cry. I have back problems, and I can tell you that when I am in that kind of pain, I can cry over the smallest things. The drugs the doctors (we saw that Scott required a doctor's visit) pump into you are crazy strong and will amplify your emotions to boot. Add to that the pressure of being scared you'll be cut because you are sick, and I bet you'd cry too... (And never, EVER, discount dramatic editing: we see what the producers & editors want us to see.)

For the same people who then criticized Scott for NOT crying when he was cut; well, honestly, I think he was p*ssed and in a stunned disbelief. I felt the same dang way - lol.

As far as Adriana goes, I think that she was truly disappointed to a heartbreaking degree. You couldn't help but feel badly for her, especially since three of the final four "designers" shouldn't even be there. As for Sparkle Josh "losing his sparkle"; honey, he just looks exhausted to me. Right back to what their schedule must have been like...

I think I agree to the person who noted that Scott may have been cut before the wedding episode intentionally might have been right. The producers, I'm sure, knew that he is an accomplished wedding planner and have checked out his extensive, extensive amazing work & website. Perhaps the judges/producers didn't want a conflict of interest. Hardly seems fair to cut Scott for having the most talent.

This show this season, to quote Vern, is a complete failure.

--Therese

...nothing in life is as simple as it seems.

Posted by Therese – August 20, 2007 2:19 AM

I have never in my life cried more at a TV show episode than this one tonight. Seeing my two favorites on the chopping block and knowing one of them had to go broke my heart. And seeing Christina leave was sad, too. And yet, I can't fault the judges for their final choice. I only hope that Will's arguements with Robb on camera don't count against him in the end. Robb is very wily, and I think he's using the camera to make Will look bad, since Will has proven time and time again that he has more innate, practical, and classy design sense than any of them.

Posted by Karen Momorella – August 20, 2007 2:16 AM

I cannot believe that Josh is gone - of all the contestants he was the only one with enough appeal to host a show. I also am disappointed with the show compared to last year. It just doesn't seem that these contestants are allowed to do much on their own. How can anyone decide on who has talent based on the little individual accomplishments we have seen. Todd is good but somewhat over the top, Rob is someone I would never watch regardless of what his show was about because of his abrasive personality, Kim and Will seem talented and would have the ability to draw viewers eventually with the right show. Josh however had that certain something that a star needs - you call it sparkle I call it stage presence. That magnetic quality that makes a star - too bad you let him go. You really do not have another David in the group you have left.

Posted by Kathy – August 20, 2007 2:16 AM

Okay, HGTV what are you thinking? I cannot believe that any of those judges feel that Todd
or Robb have the personality and talent to carry their own show! This show was the deal breaker for me. I do not care to watch any more nor do I care who wins.I think that HGTV has taken a great concept down to the gutter. Shame on all the judges. TLC here I come!

Posted by Gouvie767849 – August 20, 2007 2:15 AM

Martha, Vern, Cynthia,
If you think that any of us longterm HGTV fans are going to watch a show hosting by Robb "high-5 till I'm nauseated watching it," or his pal, "shirtless-boy" Todd, you have got to be deluding yourselves! You have just eliminated the only contestant with a personality, and that was "sparkle Josh."

So far as I can tell neither Kim or Will are annoying to the point of disgust, but then I haven't seen them really stand out either. And I don't mean stand out by fauxing, crackling, draping things in feathers, spinning dice, doing handstands, bulling their teammates, or flexing their pecs at every single opportunity! I loved loved loved last year's contest, but this is truly a travesty this year. Can we start over??? . . . Please!

Posted by Karly – August 20, 2007 2:15 AM

This years show is off my list of "must watch". After tonights eliminations, I will not watch another episode. What is wrong with these judges??? Do they think that HGTV viewers would watch a show hosted by a "Robb" or "Todd" type. I wouldn't!!! ( I hope future advertisers read these comments) David and Alice were "nice" people, that most of us would love to be friends with,as were Christina and Josh. I hope to see them again, but I would never watch a show hosted by Robb or Todd. Never..Never..Never

Posted by gloria – August 20, 2007 2:10 AM

I agree, if Todd or that awful Rob win I will never watch their shows.

Posted by Bear – August 20, 2007 2:10 AM

I agree, if Todd or that awful Rob win I will never watch their shows.

Posted by Bear – August 20, 2007 2:10 AM

Did anyone remember Cynthia Rowling's comment, I want someone who is a bit excentric!!!! That tells me right there who the two finalist are Robb & Todd. I won't vote for either of them and if anyone else agrees with me, then don't vote. If the number of people that voted last year is far less this year maybe HGTV will get the idea that the fan base is not pleased.
MJ

Posted by MJ – August 20, 2007 2:10 AM

HGTV PRODUCERS PLEASE NOTE: most of us watch to learn from the design process, not be subjected to obnoxious personalities. If I wanted meaningless reality TV, I'd be watching Survivor or one of the bazillion other contrived shows already out there. A little Robb goes a long way...and he's more than worn out his welcome. Where are the design credentials behind this years contestants? Where are the design challenges that showcase their skills? Last week we got 6 copies, in different colors, of David's success from season one, one flop, and one out-of-the-box-off-the-wall artistic impression, but not a room. This week we got tryouts for wedding design on a dime. The only challenge to date that has shown any creativity was the first week. Enough of team building contests, let them design their own work.

While using the tv monitors to judge the effort may appear to make things more equitable, it's not very effective considering the viewer at home only gets to see a 10 second clip of the finished product. Yes, we realize that these shows have been massively edited in post production to skew viewers perceptions of the participants, but I think you give us too little credit and underestimate the intelligence of your audience. We don't want to see more strife, we don;t want to see childishness or boorish behaviour....We want to see professional design executed in a way that we can relate to (BTW...KUDOS on Karen's new show)

I've patiently suffered through and abyssmal year of dull programming and re-runs (where is Kenneth? where is City Gardner?)and a handful of new shows that splash personality over design (Eric Stromer may be attractive, but other than a big personality, what does he actually contribute to the process?) but tonight's show has prompted me to write the first blog in my life. If I cant respect the design talents of the contestants, let alone be engaged by their personalities...why do you think I'd bother to make an effort to watch their show, like I did with Kenneth, Candice, and Matt?

Posted by Janet – August 20, 2007 2:08 AM

Worst episode ever. Terrible challenge, ridiculous eliminations. After seeing the room, I fully expected Robb to be eliminated -- not congratulated. And what is with the guy with the cartwheels?

Posted by louise – August 20, 2007 2:07 AM

I'm not UN happy about the way turned out, but I am surprised.

To me, Christina was not a great loss. I wasn't a fan of the little southern girl persona, and I didn't think she did much to stand out.

Robb & Todd execute. They complete the task at hand. That's why they like each other, and that's why they keep winning. However, for those of you who hate Robb, take heart, because he shot himself in the foot with the "weak link" comment. The correct answer to that question was "my team members all worked hard, but, as leader, I take full responsibility for the project." Robb took his opportunity to get back at Will for his comments about Robb on week 2.

I'm not a big Sparkle Josh fan. He is a great shopper, but otherwise, he doesn't do much for me. I think he got hosed on the dollar store episode. And a wedding? This is Home and Garden TV -- not the wedding channel. This was not exactly a great two week test of Josh.

That said, I can't see what a Sparkle Josh show brings to the table. I don't need more "high style" shows; I'd rather see more shows about things like redesigning a kitchen for $10,000, re-designing a bathroom for $5,000. You don't think we all know that $40,000 and some granite solve a kitchen problem? I need to know how to do that for a lot less. I think Todd and Robb could pull off that kind of show.

For all of you that are outraged over the result, my family was outraged when Adriana was booted. I personally thought her dollar store room was no worse than anyone else's and she did some nice looking work in the disaster kitchen.

My predictions:
Final two are Todd and Will
Todd is the next DesignStar

Posted by EddieAlbania – August 20, 2007 2:01 AM

Just rewatched tonights show and still don't understand Robb's comment about Will doing less than anyone else on the design.
Will setting up the tables and dance floor.
Will covering tables and setting placesettings.
Will covering the ugly poker chips that were not the promised colors.
Will moving the drapes.
Duh.......not working......not a team player.
Everyone chipped in to make his ugly design work.
Robb is proving a playground truth. Bullies pick on the ones they know are better than they are. In the long run Will will have a career while Robb sits at home like a second string ball player who recounts the one homerun in his past.

Posted by pal – August 20, 2007 1:58 AM

I can't believe how they chose the eliminations this week. Nothing to do with style, only the taste of 2 wacko people with obviously no taste. I know the challenge was to "please" the client, but does that have to be done at the expense of good design? And even if they liked Robb's disgusting design, 2 people out of all America should not have been able to make the decision of who goes home. That's not the HGTV that I watch. If you keep pulling stunts like that I won't watch you. I'll go to TLC! If Robb wins I will NEVER WATCH the show. So really your decision for this weeks show is going to backfire on you.

Why all the double eliminations? Are we on a schedule? Did we have to do the season in half the time? Poor Poor choices this year, HGTV. You are not giving these designers a fair shake. The wheel wasn't broken, why did you try to fix it??????

Posted by smazz – August 20, 2007 1:54 AM

last year was exciting. this year the S T A R S are not there. Your show has been cancelled!

Posted by lovedlastyear – August 20, 2007 1:53 AM

I HATED today's show & I usually love Design Star! What is happening to this show?

The Las Vegas wedding show was very disappointing. I think the final elimination was a stretch. The judges had to judge based on their general feeling since everyone did their part.

I lost interest in the show now that the judging had nothing to do with the challenge.

I have been a fan of Design Star since it's beginning but I find myself doubting the challenges to really find the best designer.

It appears that all the producers want is group challenges that hopefully will produce conflict & Las Vegas show didn't cause much conflict.

I like Kim & Will the most. Rob doesn't need a show he already believes the world revolves around him.

P.S. I think the design star winner David was a great designer last season but I can't watch his show this season. He's too fake now-I don't know,maybe that's what fame does.

Posted by Heather – August 20, 2007 1:53 AM

Like most of the comments tonight, Rob and Todd are not people I will ever watch host a show. They are cocky and mean-spirited. The current hosts on HGTV have a sincerity factor that make me believe their advice. Todd's beach room was only shock value, no one would ever decorate a room in their home in such a manic way. Vern said the host has to be likeable and neither fit that decription. Kim or Will are knowledgeable, believeable, and have far reaching appeal. I know you could build a show around either of them. This is not a pop-art contest.

Posted by csberry – August 20, 2007 1:48 AM

What a crazy show this evening! I agree that it was not fun seeing Christina go and Robb get diamonds based on what that less-than-classy couple wanted....yikes! Of the designs, I thought Will's and Kim's were the best at combining the wishes of the couple without sacrificing the taste and class needed to remain a possible "Design Star". It was sad to see Josh go, too. He has the talent and personality and (apparently) the following needed to go on to something else great. While I'm glad Todd-ler was thinking a bit more about the bride, I'm still not sure what the judges see in him. My favorite is Kim. I hope she wins. I wouldn't mind Will winning, either.

Posted by chular – August 20, 2007 1:45 AM

Did they forget josh's great purchases during the kitchen challenge...his eye for design and purchases saved the dining area of the kitchen. And what is wrong with his strengths being shopping? He could do a show each week on shopping for things to decorate your house. Wouldn't that be fun to watch????

Although I love David Bromstad's show, I didn't watch designstar last season, so I am not familiar with the challenges from last season but I do not understand all these team challenges. When I hire a decorater the only people on their team besides me is her fellow workers (carpenter, painter, upholsterer, etc.)

What was sparkle Josh eliminated for? The challenge of decorating the ballroom didn't have anything to do with design, and all to do with being deligated too. I loved when they did the individual rooms. To see each of their designs was really neat.

I too was pleasantly surprised by Todd tonight. Robb is totally out for himself...he is threatened by Will and he also makes no bones about the fact that he will do what ever it takes to win - eg hiding things from the other contestants at the 99 cent store. Kim flies under the radar....she is now the last girl standing. Will needs to hang in there because these judges have to see his true talents.

Posted by gg – August 20, 2007 1:44 AM

Although the results turned out as I expected, I would hope that the producers at HGTV would read these comments and realize that people would watch Josh if he had his own show. People like Will and Kim, too. But not one comment I've read is favorable toward Robb or Todd. Robb is abrasive and arrogant. Todd acts stupid with all his stunts and strutting around. That surfer-dude design he did last week might work for a department store window, but who would want that in their home?

Viewers at HGTV want real solutions to real problems. We want to know how to use good design techniques and color choices, find great buys, take what we learn from the shows and put them to work in our own homes.

Personally, I was sorry to see Scott leave. I hated to see Sparkle Josh go because he has the personality to pull off a show. I'll continue to watch just to see who wins, but like all the others here if it's Robb or Todd I won't be watching their show.

Posted by Pat – August 20, 2007 1:44 AM

Wow, this is not near as great as the first season...are we keeping Robb in as the antagonist of the season? I don't think I could sit through 30 minutes of him talking about how great he is...modesty is not in his vocabulary. I think Will and Kim and Todd and Josh are much more of a team. I could not imagine working for Robb - how obnoxious!

Posted by season1fan – August 20, 2007 1:42 AM

I am totally sick to my stomach. I will not be watching the rest of this series. I think that Robb and Todd should have been gone long ago. They do not have the personalities to be adequate leaders or hosts for a show. HGTV, you have lost me as a frequent watcher; I am very discouraged with how this has turned out. I, frankly, do not care who wins now. I won't be watching their show. Sparkle Josh and Will are the only two with any class. They also worked well with the colors they were given to use, ugh!

Posted by glenda – August 20, 2007 1:40 AM

I have a couple of things to say, 1. How in heavens name did Todd win the challenge? The total "blueness" of his room hurt to look at. 2 When Rob threw Will under the bus it was because he knows in his heart of hearts that Todd is not his biggest competition for Design Star, but that Will is. 3 Why was Sparkle Josh eliminated? We got absolutely no explanation for his being made to leave the show, he saved Rob's butt tonight by buying place settings when Rob had not accounted for that in his planning. 4 Is it just me or is this season moving a lot faster than last? I have not seen a lot of individual work from any of the designers, and how do the judges base decisions for A star when there have been more team challenges than ever?

Posted by kim – August 20, 2007 1:39 AM

Are the Judges reading this blog?
I can not believe They do not see through the bull of Todd and Robb. This is becoming a joke! I was so disappointed by the Couple's selection of Robb's design; sleezy Vegas. He is obnoxious and I will not watch a show if He is selected. Nor Todd if chosen.
THE RUDENESS OF ROBB TO WILL is obvious to all of Us viewers. I know that much is edited to get us to watch the show; but, lets be real.
KIM AND WILL ARE THE WINNERS! They are what I want to watch next fall.
Please look back over the show and rethink what You are thinking JUDGES.

Posted by Wendy – August 20, 2007 1:35 AM

i don't know why TPTB made for 2 eliminations each week, but i think it's stacked for Todd or Robb. not for designing talent, but for shock appeal. they can do a "Monster House" type show, but not anything a real person would live in. if next season is really short like this, i probably won't watch. i don't think the judges explain their decisions so anyone can agree or not, or learn about designing; they just say a few wacko comments and then vote WRONG!!!

Posted by kayincalif – August 20, 2007 1:31 AM

Yip--you really did it this time! A classless decision it was to eliminate sparkle Josh based on last week's episode. I could swear the bride loved what sparkle did w/ the chairs but that wasn't acknowledged. Although I didn't like Christine I don't feel it was fair to leave the first elimination in the hands of a couple who has no idea about design. I don't know what the method to this madness is but I have no respect for the judges--I think all 3 are very nasty, especially the dark-haired woman. I can't stand any of the 4 remaining designers and won't be watching again. I'm betting Kim will win b/c the judges were probably pressured into picking a woman this year. What a mess this has all turned into.

Anna
In memory of my rimadyl dog Winston

Posted by Anna – August 20, 2007 1:31 AM

I find it so disturbing that the judges cannot see thorough Robb's demeanor. He is arrogant and resorts to unethical tactics in order to "get ahead." If you have talent, you do not have to hide design tools from the other contestants (the 99 cent store). As the challenge increases I see him blaming others and shifting the responsibility, instead of accepting it for his own mistake.

Posted by lara – August 20, 2007 1:30 AM

I can't understand the judging this year -- seems whimsical at best and serving an unstated agenda at worst. I agree that the most talented designers (except Will) have been eliminated. Todd has talent, but not for designing rooms for real people. Set design, as suggested above, is a good idea. I do will miss sparkle josh. Robb is so obnoxious it's hard to describe. I agree that they would have trouble keeping a crew with him. Please, let Sparkle Josh come back...

Posted by susan – August 20, 2007 1:30 AM

I was afraid to post, at first, for fear I'd be slammed. However, after reading some of the other posts, I feel free to say this, "Listen up HGTV. I would not now nor would I ever watch a show with Robb as the host." He is such a jerk, and doesn't even try to hide it. Some people may be able to fake personality, but Robb is obviously not smart enough to pull that trick off.

I'm done, now. I could care less who wins.

Posted by leiann – August 20, 2007 1:24 AM

I am very dissappointed that the show allowed a couple with really really bad taste to decide who went home this episode. Red, black, and LAVENDER??? Rockabilly combined with romance?? EW!! It makes me nauseous. I would have turned that job down as a designer because I wouldn't want their bad taste reflecting on my work. I mean, it is one thing to design for a couple with bad taste and have them enjoy the design, it's another thing altogether to kick someone off because the couple with bad taste didn't like a design in good taste. But I do see why Christina got eliminated....she has no backbone. The little girly voice she used to discuss her design was distracting, and she completely ignored what the guy wanted. She was so inisistent that it was HER day, and only HER desires should be considered, that that was Christina's downfall. I also agree that Josh is a good shopper but can't design to save his life. Everything we saw from him as an individual was awkward. He can't handle stress very well either. I personally LOVE Rob and Todd. I didn't like Rob's design for the wedding, but then the couple had bad taste....what can you do? Not his fault...he gave them the tackiness they wanted! He still knows what he is doing though and I hope the next challenge gives him a better forum to show that. The couple they chose ruined the entire episode. Choose a more metropolitan couple next time, guys!

Posted by Amie Samuel – August 20, 2007 1:18 AM

NOOO! The eternal mourning shall begin. I can not believe Sparkle Josh is gone! He was my ABSOLUTE favorite from the very first episode. I DO NOT like Robb at all and I can't believe that he was the winner! I can not continue watching the show now.

Posted by SG Girl – August 20, 2007 1:13 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 20, 2007 1:13 AM

I don't feel as the designers have had any real challenges barring the independent room designs they were allowed to create last week. I feel as some of the best designers have already been cancelled and I would have enjoyed seeing more of what Scott and Christina could have offered given more independent challenges. Have you seen Scott's website? He does do awesome work.
This wedding was a joke...who came up with this couple? It was really tacky, trashy, and although it might have been what the couple wanted I don't see any design shows on HGTV designing for hee-haw. Give us designers who are inspiring, creative, and have clients who have some style.

Posted by DonnaB – August 20, 2007 1:12 AM

Well, that's it for me. No more watching Design Star. I've lost interest to watch anymore. I loved Josh, but he's gone now. I like Will because he's talented, and he's from my favorite place on earth (Charlotte, NC). I liked Josh because he has true inbred talent and and has a sparkling personality. I'd have him do my place anytime, but a close second would be Will. And they were both up against the wall. Not fair that they had to do a tacky Vegas wedding. It's almost a badge of honor to fail that test!

Posted by b.petty – August 20, 2007 1:11 AM

this was sooo truly sad and upset that josh was eliminated. i completely agree that the best personalities and talents are gone, and the remaining "designers" won't make for good shows. robb and todd should be the ones getting married, with their mutual lovefest. they make me sick. i like kim and will, but they won't hold my interest for an entire show - their personalities and designs are both too safe. none of them held a candle to sparkle. as was said, josh was a completely gracious, class act from beginning to end. i am bitter at hgtv and the judges.

Posted by idgie – August 20, 2007 1:06 AM

Ick, Ick, Ick! I'm depressed and n