tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post5222911218706405634..comments2024-03-05T09:10:31.164+00:00Comments on Coulda Shoulda Woulda: London Design Week March 2014 Part 2 - Meeting Martyn Lawrence BullardCoulda shoulda wouldahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-76810287691071389822014-03-18T18:50:29.686+00:002014-03-18T18:50:29.686+00:00That is so kind of you to say Anne! You just have ...That is so kind of you to say Anne! You just have to watch it - sooo much fun! I would have signed a petition for season 3 if there was one going you know :)<br /><br />Yes and oddly it was decorators and people who were small timers that had the attitude...Oh well, lucky I am quite confident so it didn't get me down but I did think it was funny and interesting that the big timers were chatting to me and they werent...<br /><br />And I understand those who don't comment as I didn't know how to comment properly before I blogged but I appreciate the time and effort that it takes to comment so if anything I appreciate it greatly. Coulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-28909398684678284502014-03-17T23:37:21.928+00:002014-03-17T23:37:21.928+00:00I learn so much from your blog! I've been rese...I learn so much from your blog! I've been researching all these decorators now lol! And this tv show you speak of "millionaire decorators"? Well I shall get my partner to track it down for me! Sounds so fascinating to meet these talented people and hear them speak. The idea of being an interior designer sounds like such an awesome job though I am certain it is very very hard to do well! I don't understand the snobbiness at this event though - why on earth look down on someone who is exposing their mind to an artistic world? So rude! You have strength if character to go on and not let it phase you - sounds as if they were actively trying to make you feel uncomfortable enough to leave! Awful!<br /><br />Ps. Thanks for taking the time to reply to comments. So much appreciated!Annenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-55252176493279626042014-03-17T19:10:15.044+00:002014-03-17T19:10:15.044+00:00Both very hot and Ross is prettier than most women...Both very hot and Ross is prettier than most women!<br /><br />Amazing you dealt with Nathan Turner! His lunches with Mary must be soo fun and I would love to be that fly on the proverbial wall Robyn!! Do you have website for your stuff by the way besides your instagram?Coulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-48721204159236103142014-03-17T09:17:20.769+00:002014-03-17T09:17:20.769+00:00I was a fan of Million Dollar decorators. Martyn ...I was a fan of Million Dollar decorators. Martyn was in my top 4. Am much more interested after reading this post. My favourite episode of his was when he helped his sister. Agree re no formal training. Also beware of those people that feel they never feel like they 'work' (b/c they love their job so much), My husband's one of those. I barely see him! Imagine staying in Cher's wig closet for 3 days!Housewife in Heelshttp://www.housewifeinheels.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-61785509091582045312014-03-16T21:35:29.610+00:002014-03-16T21:35:29.610+00:00Remember TV show the Osbornes I wonder if he did t...Remember TV show the Osbornes I wonder if he did their home then... I loved the shabby opulent interiors -robynAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-11963508469506030992014-03-16T21:23:34.106+00:002014-03-16T21:23:34.106+00:00Was trying to figure that out too can't tell f...Was trying to figure that out too can't tell from either of their instagrams! Ross just started his own design firm so maybe splitsville? Both very hot. Oh in my antique dealing dabblings I sold vtg map to Nathan Turner! I nearly died he was very sweet. If I met Martyn wow he's Mega. RobynAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-34504465623227486752014-03-16T19:31:14.468+00:002014-03-16T19:31:14.468+00:00You would have loved it Jenny! You must try and or...You would have loved it Jenny! You must try and organize your next trip to London around a design week. So much fun just listening to lots of different people in such intimate settins as well. I wish he did a weekly decor talk show! Post to come soon but I am exhausted and it's not even finished yet! Cant wait to see yours xxCoulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-2455860780108657472014-03-16T19:30:02.221+00:002014-03-16T19:30:02.221+00:00Hi there - thanks Heather - who knew he would be s...Hi there - thanks Heather - who knew he would be so nice? It was so good to hear properly how he designed rooms rather than him having to perform for the camera. He was so entertaining and I do think he needs another tv show! I am still very shy Heather!! xxxCoulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-50930792090800241222014-03-16T15:41:08.045+00:002014-03-16T15:41:08.045+00:00OMG Naomi-this is major! I love that show and to m...OMG Naomi-this is major! I love that show and to meet Martyn in person is exciting. He has done some fabulous projects and it's fun to peek into his Umbrian villa project. Wow! He could have done some improvements on the Umbrian Villa we stayed in a few years ago-quaint but tired. I adored this post and am so happy for you girlfriend. Now let's talk about why you cropped yourself out of that photo.....;) <br />xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17032908426814046368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-50382090112742509662014-03-15T22:56:42.193+00:002014-03-15T22:56:42.193+00:00What a fabulous experience Naomi!! How lovely tha...What a fabulous experience Naomi!! How lovely that he came over to talk to you... just shows he has never forgotten his humble start in life and it's refreshing to come across someone who is so accessible! I would have adored to listen to him and hear all the funny stories! So enjoyed this post!! How is your newly renovated home treating you? xxxJenny Rose-Inneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03238831480483296166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-67568714531499256852014-03-15T18:08:40.878+00:002014-03-15T18:08:40.878+00:00I do love my home decor as well though. I'd sa...I do love my home decor as well though. I'd say it's a close second, it's just when I see a fashion piece I like, more often than not I can buy it, but when I see a home decor piece (e.g. a bed, a sofa, a lamp) it's not so easy to buy on impulse - cost wise and space wise. I will check the show out, I watch the channel Home xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16533644247275257358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-3597021232698971602014-03-14T18:32:05.512+00:002014-03-14T18:32:05.512+00:00Colleen, even though I know you are more a fashion...Colleen, even though I know you are more a fashion girl than a home decor girl - you still have to watch the show million dollar decorators - it is a hoot!!! xxCoulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-73977544061084441942014-03-14T18:23:39.507+00:002014-03-14T18:23:39.507+00:00aaaw that's amazing Naomi. I'm so pleased ...aaaw that's amazing Naomi. I'm so pleased you had the opportunity to have a conversation with him. I didn't know who he was before I read this post but I can understand why you were surprised he acknowledged you, he's pretty much a celebrity and celebs don't tend to acknowledge us 'civilians'. What a lovely memory you now have xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16533644247275257358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-29383713864377191832014-03-14T17:56:42.899+00:002014-03-14T17:56:42.899+00:00Thanks Jill - I was surprised Martyn did bc I am n...Thanks Jill - I was surprised Martyn did bc I am neither a trade client and there were loads of other people there who were rather snooty bc I wasn't a trade client. So it was such a pleasant surprise let me tell ya! You have to come one week and check out all of London's offerings and have champagne either way xxCoulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-81844546136777726652014-03-14T17:55:12.184+00:002014-03-14T17:55:12.184+00:00Glad you liked it Dani! He is super busy but super...Glad you liked it Dani! He is super busy but super nice as well. I think she is one of those stars that is very Hollywood even off set!Coulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-5448183192592575202014-03-14T15:13:25.030+00:002014-03-14T15:13:25.030+00:00FABULOUS post. Now I am a fan of this guy too and ...FABULOUS post. Now I am a fan of this guy too and I never heard of him before right now! Love the stories about Cher and I seriously love that he kept Gloria Swanson (!)'s bathroom just as it is. Wow. I think my favorite experts are the ones who were not formally trained, they always have an interesting tale of how they got to wear they are, full of unexpected journeys, and I always learn a lot by listening to them. I'm not surprised Martyn spoke with you, he sounds so charming, intelligent, and yet humble too. I wish the 3 of us could go out for champagne, wouldn't we have the best time?!? And maybe he could teach me about design and decorating because I am missing that gene, I think. Ha. Excellent writing, Naomi, I felt like I was there with you! XO, JillJillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18062587289685203227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-33766151147246151222014-03-14T13:11:24.914+00:002014-03-14T13:11:24.914+00:00I love this post, thanks so much for sharing your ...I love this post, thanks so much for sharing your amazing day with us Naomi! I am trotting over to Amazon right now to buy that man's book, he sounds fabulous! So busy, yet charming and friendly, he sounds like a person who has found his calling and loves his career to bits.<br />Hilarious about sitting in bed with Cher and the nutter who lived in her wig room, my gosh!DaniBPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02633155240779845497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-68344059163106855342014-03-14T10:38:34.650+00:002014-03-14T10:38:34.650+00:00I love JAM - by the way is he still engaged to Ros...I love JAM - by the way is he still engaged to Ross? I can't tell - but one of the funniest episodes is when they buy that dickinson table and then it is too small!!!Coulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-5891802217724098782014-03-14T10:37:56.077+00:002014-03-14T10:37:56.077+00:00Thanks Mikky!Thanks Mikky!Coulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-46413673400345310342014-03-14T03:59:12.090+00:002014-03-14T03:59:12.090+00:00Such an interesting post. The part about Gloria...Such an interesting post. The part about Gloria's sink was a fun little tid bit. Looks like you had a great time and learnt a lot! Thanks for sharing it with us.<br /><br />:)<br />mikky<br />www.todaloos.commikkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15987075204740119857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-41470087165536673452014-03-14T00:15:10.183+00:002014-03-14T00:15:10.183+00:00Lucky! I met Jeffrey Alan Marks at SF design week!...Lucky! I met Jeffrey Alan Marks at SF design week! Martyns Tamara Mellon pad was nice. He's got a great thing going! -RobynAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-54497903420175055512014-03-13T19:05:00.957+00:002014-03-13T19:05:00.957+00:00The way he gets such high profile and wealthy clie...The way he gets such high profile and wealthy clients I would say that is a fair comparison Mary!Coulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-5936973603659424232014-03-13T19:04:30.330+00:002014-03-13T19:04:30.330+00:00It was great but probably because I am not treatin...It was great but probably because I am not treating it like a trade show which it essentially is!Coulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-41576475810544941362014-03-13T19:03:49.564+00:002014-03-13T19:03:49.564+00:00He has an energy about him that certain people jus...He has an energy about him that certain people just have inexplicably. I would love to hear the unedited stories not for polite society!! Kid Rock is a rock star but they had three weddings and then they divorced 6 weeks later. Very rock star. I would love to hire him and Mary Mcdonald at the same time just to stir it up! BUt will put that book on my to read list so thank you! xxCoulda shoulda wouldahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507021618497645667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042823968101983560.post-44825498934795382552014-03-13T13:30:37.445+00:002014-03-13T13:30:37.445+00:00Do not follow designers and certainly not the ones...Do not follow designers and certainly not the ones who design and decorate for the rich and famous but he sounds like the Richard Branson of design. Engaging and passionate AND nice to boot. Sounds like fun.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01649567646783537650noreply@blogger.com