Chip & Joanna Gaines are auctioning off their ‘Fixer Upper’ castle.. and I actually like it

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[@jendyfriendo]

Joanna Gaines gets a bad rap because of the fact she basically invented the modern farmhouse aesthetic that feels way overdone at this point but that’s what she was doing ten years ago. Her style has definitely evolved!

[@kayingthao5072]

I agree, we act like designers can’t change their style just like us. The fact is that she made a huge influence with the modern farm house style….try doing that? Not easy

[@tikusblue]

The whole reason that style caught on so much was because it felt fresh yet classic, and because it was very functional. Obviously like anything that becomes immensely popular it becomes played out eventually and people get sick of it. Joanna was always a talented interior designer imo.

[@stephaniemaiellaro2967]

Right? She hasn’t been doing that for a long time. Also they have always been into restoration…hence ‘shiplap’.

[@tmabre3]

I used to live in Waco. You can see the castle while driving from a busy but average city roadway. Everyone in Waco knows the castle. So it was a great thing that they took it on and fixed it up rather than letting it just sit and decay. Chip & Joanna do a lot for Waco, & Magnolia marketplace is fun to visit. Their fame helped revive Waco, a wonderful city, from its unfortunate past and people appreciate them and their businesses. I never met/saw them but lived about 15 min from them. Maybe someday I’ll move back there, if the opportunity comes up I would.

[@jennifergraham3752]

Babe, I would totally live there. I think they did a great job on this one. I am happy to see that they honoured the building’s history.

[@lorrilewis2178]

"Babe", I see what you did there. 😂

[@jenmelroy]

Idk if I wanna live by a car lot & be a tourist attraction but to each their own.

[@KennyRogershbyhhnvjjbuhisjgjjj]

ẞ😊​@@jenmelroyp0kaRl 9:03 was h8a

[@jasminehosfield715]

Her testing of “babe” in the beginning ended me

[@vaderladyl]

@@jenmelroy I don't like the fact of people showing up at your property unannounced.

[@mewesty6280]

Ok Paige but that dining room wallpaper is actually a classic William Morris and absolutely right for this era

[@BeksWorld]

Yes Morris & Co wallpaper-stunning!! And the basement bedroom in person is so so cozy with all walls papered ❤

[@memedavis4228]

I’m glad they continuously improve Waco, TX. I’m praying they continue to provide jobs and opportunities to the local community!

[@sosakima]

they haven’t improved Waco. They raised our taxes and took opportunities away from WACO people creating Airbnbs. They literally suck and everyone hates them

[@hannahippo]

You can see Joanna’s style start to pivot in the later seasons of fixer upper. I bet her shiplap days dragged on way too long because of their customer base in TX and how popular it became with the show. Her cooking show on magnolia network shows her current kitchen and its a lovely and practical kitchen with a European feel to it.

[@christinegivens9048]

She was prob sick of shiplap!

[@orphanedhanyou]

They have to do what the customer wants

[@alysonzepp]

Agreed! And she only really liked shiplap when it was exposing the original walls, which a lot of old homes in TX had. You can tell she gets annoyed later on being pigeonholed as the shiplap queen lol

[@rkatecraig]

This right here 👆 I always got the feeling she wanted to branch out, but why quit a good job you like to follow a dream you don’t know will succeed, you know?

[@Heyu7her3]

Modern European farmhouse is the new trend, I believe

[@kayekikuchi]

People’s styles and taste change over time, but this restoration has now completely convinced me that the Gaines are not totally bought into the modern farmhouse aesthetic and that they only peddle it so hard because it is the easiest to market and merchandise. It’s smart business, but that just makes the aesthetic feel all the more soulless.

[@hereforit2347]

Exactly. They are following the trends and the money. 💰

[@1TigerJo]

But their own home is farmhouse...

[@simplydiyhome]

If you read her latest book she talks about this. She said each house has a style, like her house is very much farmhouse but she dislikes that the show fixer upper has deemed her as farmhouse style. That she loves all styles and sometimes its hard to have people put her in this box. When it comes to her line at target it really all comes down to trends and money. Shes also not the only one making these decisions. There is a bigger picture to marketing and selling and unfortunately she isn't the only one with a say in what goes. There books are really good to be honest, it has made me like them as real people so much more. Chip talks a lot about fixer upper and how they controlled a lot of what they did and it was hard for them. They got to a point where they had to set boundaries and eventually that lead to their own network where they can control the rules.

[@hereforit2347]

@@1TigerJo: For now. 😆

[@slonecznikdoniczkowy]

​@@hereforit2347what trends are they following? The one they invented? I think they realized that the whole world was copy them and now it's time to do something different because modern farmhouse is yesterday news. Joanna is very talented and they are definitely going to switch to something new.

[@edavis316]

Paige, have you ever seen any of the UK series "Chateau DIY"? A couple bought a castle in France and although it's now finished, and used for wedding venues, etc., there are more in the series where Brits have bought old castles to restore. Well worth a watch if you have access. Love all your vlogs!

[@feministcrowntalks]

And that are real castles 😜 I have never heard about a castle built in the 1920s...

[@emamezihorakova9399]

​@@feministcrowntalksyeah, I found that funny too, I was like "historic caste? I didn't know there was historic castles in America, that's so strange...oh, 1920...historic...guess its historic for her"

[@emmabruh]

I need Paige to react to more European stuff, like Chateau DIY etc, that would be so fun bc interior styles are definitely different over here, some are icky but a lot are so so pretty

[@loriegabidel]

I can't believe how much I like this. They restored it instead of flipping it. I'm shocked. Also, that vintage light fixture outside the half bath with the interior window is AMAZING.

[@wasselpa]

YES! they resorted instead of flipped which is all I ever want

[@user-qi3hf8ko3q]

what does it mean to flip it?

[@dawnguinto]

​@user-qi3hf8ko3q the HGTV house flip craze in the 2010s just usually means gutting the house to of any character, making it grey and as general as possible to max out profitability indtead of focusing on actual design that would suit the house and the environment. It's all the same cookie cutter grey box house with the same cheap fixtures over and over again after a while.

[@orphanedhanyou]

​@@dawnguintosince plenty hate her style I wouldn't think what she does has ever been flipping.

[@marylhere]

Ever wonder if ghosts are just virtual.

[@mimzyLassiter]

I think this house is stunning. I watched the entire episode. Though the decor is being criticized in this video, the whole point of the paint colors AND the staged decor was in keeping with what the house would look like, periodically speaking back in the time when the castle/house was first built. Personally, I thought the entire house with the restorations was stunning. Saw nothing to criticize.

[@nylapierce1719]

Agree. Extremely well done!

[@dogman-on1oc]

I do agree that the light fixtures, were not of the right time

[@thethriftinglibrarian2041]

Nice sponser! Loved the powder room tile floor! There were a lot of things to love in this house! Beautiful woodwork, fireplaces and windows!

[@fourfourfourfour4444]

my jaw dropped when they replaced the original green tile in the cigar room, jesus christ it was so pretty

[@marydumois4242]

Stop using the Lords name in vain.

[@shmoopy4676]

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[@mariab1850]

It was a bummer 😢

[@orphanedhanyou]

They get to do what they want with their property. Also do you get to see behind the scenes where that wall had issues where the tile couldn't be saved? Sometimes you don't get to see every reason behind every decision.

[@jenmelroy]

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[@maggiebkny]

Gotta say I am very impressed that Victorinox sponsored this video, it somehow seems very on brand. As for the castle, I would imagine the best thing would be for someone to turn it into an event space, especially since it doesn't seem to be in a very residential neighborhood, in which case the laundry room in the basement is fine.

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[@kimberlyhawkins]

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[@haleighen]

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[@kyers9817]

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[@maddscientist3170]

or turn it into a Bed & Breakfast

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[@mariposa1933]

It’s beautiful! Joanna is definitely coming out of the modern farmhouse craze. But you know, something doesn’t have to be your taste to be beautiful. 🥰 They’re a beautiful family. ❤

[@masonvp1407]

Wow I was flabbergasted to see Paige saying anything positive about the Gaines in the thumbnail🤣🤣

[@Aulis431]

I grew up in the old money parts of Stockholm and had friends who lived in places like this. Very typical dwelling for the cultured upper class and nobility around here. Just utterly gorgeous, somehow understated and super lavish at the same time. It looks Scandinavian (but not in the typical sense with the fair woods and minimalism). Watching the video, I was thinking of Northern European the entire time, and felt very validated when you pointed it out! Love from the greatest city on Earth.

[@jaclynelise2966]

I agree with you on the light fixtures. Anytime you panned to one of the original ones it was super obvious how bad all the brass ones were comparatively.

[@evedallas8667]

I totally agree with you on all of those light fixtures. When I buy a home and I know I won the auction, the very first thing I do before moving in is go with my contractor to a Restoration salvage business and look for the lights that I like. I don't like anything modern, I like excellent quality but rustic in that If I get something in copper, I age it to the beautiful Patina if cooper green. I like the way Ralph Lauren does things too. Very classic. I also collect old cooper weathervanes that use to sit upon the copula of the old barns. Rooster, Horses, Geese, old lightning rods and whales!

[@shelleymolinaro5866]

Thanks for taking us on this 3d tour. This is a classic Craftsman interior. William Morris wallpaper and motifs in the wood trim all over the house. The wood is quarter sawn oak. Impossible to get now except in salvage. She restored it beautifully. That bathroom in the turret is stunning. I have never seen carpet on stairs in an authentic arts and crafts style home. I agree that some of the light fixtures could not hold a candle to the home's character. Purists would be upset about the bedrooms and the living room being painted but I agree with you and I do like it as a break from all the wood. Paige, do some digging into the history of Arts and Craft design and then watch this again. You did a great commentary on this house. Thanks again

[@wasselpa]

UPDATE: bidding closed, sale pending (price will be available upon closing) www.conciergeauctions.com/auctions/3300-austin-avenue-waco-texas?fbclid=IwAR0xUjofdA8nacbeAJoE1PO_ZP1biYiykop3zwu-VoKBU0cEscI7kM_QpYY

[@haleymist09]

Gaaaahhh!!! I wanna know!

[@ck7506]

Paige, I feel like you could do a whole video on those insane properties on that website...

[@debvalle7466]

It’ll be interesting to see what they get. Apparently Chip & Joanna bought this house for $425k, possibly less, restored, and then flipped it. While the neighborhood is considered exclusive, I also read that most residents have moderate incomes. That, coupled with the odd location (though it seems price includes the commercial lot behind house) makes me think they won’t get ultra top dollar. Maybe 1.6? I could be wrong, but a very similar castle by me, with 10br & baths, sold for $200k. If there’s not enough happening with the local economy, it might not command a really high price. But I’m really curious what they got! There’s money flying around throughout the US. Would love to see your lighting choices. I bought a vintage light for my foyer and it was pretty expensive. I’ve seen stuff in the tens of thousands, which is cray.

[@lemolee]

On the Magnolia Realty website (and also on Zillow) it looks like the highest bid was 1.05 million

[@debvalle7466]

@@lemolee interesting, thank you!

[@dianaivanov9763]

Amazing how fast we bring people down ! I think Johanna Gaines did well for herself considering she is not a trained designer , she sure influenced home decorating for the last decade like no one else, even across Europe ,Australia etc…whether you like her style or not . You can’t deny her talent, now people are moving from the whole Magnolia trend and decided to vilify Johanna in the meantime. We live in such an envious and just mean world! At least she tried to restore a property that was falling apart and neglected . Let’s restore instead of building ‘’fast homes’’.

[@lisab2543]

I love Johanna’s style.

[@QueenBerd]

In case you haven’t picked up on it, Paige’s whole thing is not being an overly positive saccharine KZbinr. She’s critical and biting about it. I love it, I find her super funny, but if that’s not for you you should probably follow another channel 🤷‍♀️

[@tonyascancook]

I find this girl Paige's hubris a hoot, and that's not a compliment. Her vocabulary is really limited too; she used about 40 words interchangeably for the whole video, "meer" 🪞 On a side note, she shouldn't talk about glitches like #babe, okay #hairbehindherear♾️ #nailbiter

[@deannaweasley]

@@tonyascancook relax

[@slonecznikdoniczkowy]

Yup, like shabby chic before farmhouse. 15 years ago I couldn't buy a white table, so I painted, sanded and my cousin was asking me if I'm going to replace that table 😅. Now she has that style, unfortunately from Hobby Lobby. I move from it a few years ago. I always hated trends.

[@kaylar5047]

I think if she would have went with ornate, vintage lighting it would have been overkill. We're not in 1922 anymore, the modern lighting brings this castle to present day yet somehow preserves the age. I absolutely love what they did with this entire project. Whether she's your style or not, Joanna is a magician. I don't understand the "anti-Magnolia" train. Her line at Target is reasonably priced and allows people to bring in vintage themes to cookie cutter homes. Not everyone has the time to live in an unfurnished home for months while trying to find "the perfect vintage coffee table". She managed to take one name and completely transform a small town in Texas. An unproblematic queen, we love to see it.

[@dr.jenniferma3914]

No it's too yellowy which is dying as a trend, so in a year it'll be obnoxious. Darker, understated would've been better.

[@dogman-on1oc]

you dont need to live in a empty home, waiting for the perfect table. you can always pick and choose placeholders...

[@amyharris2121]

I think the difference is this home was so much older and grand in comparison to the flip homes she does for clients (on a much smaller budget). Also she was smart in maintaining the original integrity of the castle like home, because the buyer for a home like this will never scoff at the money that went into it for rejuvenation. I agreed with the light fixture choices, I think I would have tried to source "modern feeling" light fixtures that were vintage. The fireplace in the dining room absolutely stunning.

[@csmith2535]

Joanna and Chip are very likeable and talented and made a huge success of achievable decor, whether or not anyone likes their aesthetics you can't take away from them their success, they deserve it, they worked hard and had a vision. Much like Shabby Chic, they inspired people.

[@nadiacoffey2609]

I watched the series and I enjoyed it. My favorite room in the whole castle is the atrium. I loved the paint colors as well. It’s an interesting home and I thought the outside was very unsightly until they restored it. They did a great job considering. I’m interested to see who buys it.

[@melodybrownton6528]

Downside of laundry on the top floor is if there's ever a leak, it can be catastrophic for the entire house. Super convenient though!

[@dorothysmith7289]

Hi, thanks for reviewing this beautiful home. I think it would be ideal for a Baylor sorority. Anyway, here are a few hints for you. 1. The "heater things" are called radiators. I'm surprised they didn't fabricate covers for them because they can burn you. 2. The wood throughout is quarter-sawn oak, not walnut. Note the heavy veining. Very much used in the 1910s through 20s for bungalows and probably locally sourced. 3. You were right about the limestone. Classic and probably from a local quarry. 4. The wallpapers are also period, reproductions from Bradford & Bradford most often used in bungalows. 5. She probably got the lighting free! Period lighting is $$$! Keep up the great work. Love your channel. 😊

[@moodbeast]

I was surprised too that she didn't know what radiators were, especially for someone who espouses vintage style.

[@wasselpa]

I swear I did know! Hahahha I’m just bad on the spot and try to have minimal edits

[@user-qi3hf8ko3q]

thanks for sharing those details!

[@donnapecoraro3126]

many of the new light fixtures were horrible. why cut corners there. at least she broke away from farmhouse. hopefully someone will be able to keep it up so it doesn’t fall to ruin again.

[@Lizlizlizlizlizlizlizlizzie]

The first wallpaper looked almost like Morris & Co.’s Strawberry Thief? Either way, totally arts & crafts and totally appropriate for the space!

[@jagejg7239]

I fell asleep with KZbin auto-play on and now my feed is full of this content, but I’m here for it.

[@classicalmloo1216]

I really love it. I think also that there's something to be said for the "mass appeal" of Magnolia Fixer Upper. That show is still so much better than a lot of previous home improvement shows. And in this castle addition Chip and Joanna had more flexibility to do what they wanted.

[@Jomo1438]

"not every house needs shiplap" is an understatement par excellence! Also, where I live there are lots of homes restored vs Magnoliaed and it makes me happy. A castle is not a place I can afford to buy, nor could I afford the upkeep, but it makes a nice museum.

[@snigelhund666]

I just refreshed my homepaige and you popped up right away... sorry not sorry for the pun, it was too low hanging :D I would love more propstyling videos and hearing the thought process. Love anything you post!

[@randalfedje2479]

I don't think it feels European but it certainly feels American arts and crafts which obvs thats what it is but thats such a good thing that they left it what it is rather than changing it. It's really beautiful!!!

[@josephambuul814]

Yessss I agree the light fixtures are such a downgrade and missed opportunity. All the dark wood is my absolute dream. Paige’s opinions are so good. ❤

[@annis750]

PLEASE DO MORE REVIEWS!!!! HOME WORTHY HAS PLENTY OF CONTENT TO PICK FROM!!!! Love these kinds of videos!

[@RAGordy]

Say what you want about the “Magnolia - esque” light fixtures, but that chandelier in the gathering room was absolutely EVERYTHING!

[@ShellyBomb]

Thanks for the tour of The Cottonland mansion ... gorgeous remodel! 🏰

[@pomme800]

Really love going through the house with you AND also love your cool design classic sponsor.....the Swiss Army Knife. What a breath of fresh air !

[@lindaf4103]

I had forgotten about the Swiss Army Knife, what a classic and good on you Paige for bringing it back. Weird living in a castle in a parking lot or whatever. Is there a market for that? Novelty value I guess.

[@marylhere]

Just found mine the other day….nice surprise find.

[@rebeccalowry9296]

I agree it’s her best makeover! The fireplaces are beautiful! Great critique.

[@fleurdelis2976]

Wow! That is a beautiful home! I’m so glad to see that they kept the original details but I agree with you about the lighting. It would have been nice to see period lighting in more areas. The original lighting that they kept looks so amazing. I love mid century modern but I would be very comfortable and happy in that home.

[@missannetteslittlefarminth9069]

I agree with you about the light fixtures.

[@carolynlycklama]

more video's please!! learning ALOT

[@tammyjackson2728]

They did an amazing job!

[@janhunt6214]

A beautiful restoration.

[@lorrilewis2178]

She did a great job. I love it.

[@BeksWorld]

I visited the castle last weekend. I would say on video I wouldn’t like the lighting but in person it really works mixing old & new. In person the lighting in the master bedroom upstairs is stunning when you walk in & the green tiled bathroom is also gorgeous in person!! ❤

[@belkisrosario9951]

Yes, they did a great job

[@donnamclaughlin9215]

I felt good about this project too. It was an interesting video. thank you!

[@_wesleyhome_]

The light fixtures are Hudson Valley Lighting. The one in the foyer I actually had in my previous house. I assume they're using the real thing, which HVL would have probably comped. That bubble lights fixture on the main floor is an unfortunate choice because it is *EVERYWHERE* at the moment and will mark the house as 2023 but someone could always change it. The arts & crafts wallpaper is by William Morris. The wallpaper on one of the ceilings looks to me like Anagypta. I assume that, laws permitting, whoever buys it will make it an AirBB because the way you described the area, who would want to live there anyway?

[@TheShayde2000]

I watched this whole series and missed the finale. Thanks, Babe. lol

[@hannah4204]

I really like it! I wouldn't say it's groundbreaking or anything but at least there is some color! Definitely my favorite thing those two have ever done by a mile

[@jennifergraham3752]

Paige have yellow ever watched the British series Escape to the Chateau? I would love to hear your take on it.

[@sanyaomerovic1659]

Chateau DIY !!! Love it. Though they do have some awful, rich Brits buying 19th century chateau and turning it to plastic medieval Disneyland. Most others are quite good.

[@davidemmet7343]

*Excellent review chicka baby!*

[@gemstonesparkle7915]

I loved it, even some of the light fixtures. So glad they kept so many original details, too bad the green tiles of the basement didn’t survived.

[@juliemayfield1282]

Thanks for sharing this.

[@1603holly]

The "general" wallpaper in the dining room is actually William Morris.

[@wasselpa]

yes yes but it felt like Target replicas

[@1603holly]

@@wasselpa OK, fair. They could have gone a little more out of the box...

[@leahfinch7126]

I think the florals are setting the tone for it to be a wedding venue👀

[@orphanedhanyou]

She does shoots for the covers of their magazine so they probably staged it for that. That juxtaposition is a pretty common photoshoot model.

[@renesteinhauser2742]

It looks like the red tile in the back kitchen with the pink fireplace matches that tile and paint in the girls room. That's a nice touch. beautiful over all.

[@AlexHider]

The first kitchen’s oven nook is gorgeous, I literally gasped.

[@hughesky1]

Paige! This is my problem. I love MCM and I love the old-world, historic house that have crumbling fireplaces or victorian/European touches. How do i marry this in my life and home style?! Currently house hunting too so which style to seek out... Hmmm.

[@janecarolhogue3140]

I love love this castle . I love history ♥️

[@seviregis7441]

They did a fabulous job. I would LOVE that house in my neighborhood

[@mattiasolinas3286]

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[@merriem24]

It looks great!

[@laurenl5843]

Wow. Gorgeous home. I agree with you about the light fixtures, most are awful. But Joanna did an amazing job on this charming castle. I’m pleasantly surprised. 😊

[@rmonson5002]

I'll concede that it's a more thoughtful renovation than I expected, but I'm certainly not wowed. I'm hoping they kept all the original light fixtures that remained and didn't actually remove any original period fixtures for that crap she put up. Dear Lord, they're all ghastly IMHO. I would love to have seen this home renovated by Heidi Caillier or Frances Merrill. And I think it's criminal that she removed the original green tile in the basement room with the dark wood paneling. She bugs me.

[@kayelle8005]

The thing that Chip and Joanna have done for Waco is make it a place that people in Gen X, Baby Boomer and the Silent Generation now have a positive reference for the town, rather than just the horrific associations of its past.

[@aina3387]

Yeah, there are some native Waco people who hate Chip and Jo, but I'm so glad that when I moved to Waco people were like "Oh, like Chip and Jo!" and not like "Isn't that where the cult was massacred?" Also, people have been moving into the city so I've met a lot of cool people who aren't "from Waco" and I think it makes it easier to find friends.

[@jacquelineyoung734]

@@aina3387what kind of people out there hate chip and jo?

[@aina3387]

@@jacquelineyoung734 Mostly redditors, lol.

[@marypaquette8705]

I think the home owners were upset, that their real estate taxes went sky high, because of the overdone houses, that the Gaines renovated

[@haleighen]

As a Texan.. my guess is the pink fireplace is local granite. It's the same color granite as the state capitol in Austin so changing that will go against being Texan lol.

[@ourcozycorner8517]

23:30 yesssss so ready for this.

[@christinegivens9048]

Nice job. Though to be truly European, there would have been a few more bold colour choices on the walls. Everything felt very safe. But maybe because they knew they were going to auction it. But defo need a pop of something other than grey and green IMO. Nice video, Paige! We are blocked from Magnolia site in UK for some reason so I had no idea they were working on this. Would love an update on the hotel they bought!

[@susannovak8263]

I understand your point, but I don’t believe they were going for “truly European“. This place is in Waco, Texas, for goodness sake!

[@Marysservant]

There were no bold colors in the old Spencer estate that I housesat in England.

[@martifinan998]

Loved it, loved your commentary but I feel like the spell would be broken as soon as you step outside and see Smalltown America. Regarding the possibility of your adding Wednesday posts - yay! I'd love to see you do a series on how to style a tabletop, shelf, or deep windowsill several different ways using large collection of interesting odds and ends. I'd watch the hell out of that.

[@swesttttt]

That wallpaper in the dining room is a William Morris reproduction and completely in line with the craftsman sensibility. Dunno what your issue with it would be.

[@hereforit2347]

“Babe, will you pass me the hammer? . . . Baby . . . Baby, pass me the hammer.” You’re *killing* me. 😂😂😂😂

[@ZMS777]

Jealous much

[@hereforit2347]

@@ZMS777: Of what? 😂

[@amberbanuelos7053]

Am I the only one reminded of a Chicago two flat by the front of the castle?

[@georgiadowns7763]

Could you please do a video showing us some of your recent prop styling / interior work? And talk us through your process? ❤

[@77Tadams]

She did a great job. Light fixtures are hard when you are trying to get it all together all at once. I still change mine out as I find "the one". I am lucky though. My husband is an electrician.

[@sundaygirlsez]

I just binged this yesterday and agree with everything you said. The new owners must plant a buttload of trees on the back of the property to block out the industrial park and traffic noise. I'm now gonna go find that Mattport rendering!!! Great video!

[@vaderladyl]

Yes I would build a nice forest in the back and a tall fence around it.

[@thornyback]

Page getting lost in the house was so hilarious. I feel like a red solo cup was missing from that scene though.

[@kyers9817]

Ha! I carry the Victorinox Huntsman classic in my bag too, it was a present from my Dad, I love it. This 'castle' is super cute although the location looks disappointing. Come to Britain and see some real ones!! 🏰

[@stillwatersfarm8499]

Joanna has a nice range. I really enjoy looking through her book at the different styles. It actually helped me understand that modern farmhouse was not my style.

[@moodbeast]

Is this Joanna's way of moving away from all the HGTV-ness of contemporary home decor that's finally getting all of that backlash? Nicole Curtis had it right! I wish her show would come back.

[@bernitajenkins3180]

I found myself (grudgingly 😏), impressed. And nodding a lot. So yeah. Liked it a lot...but I'd also turf most of the lights. My favourite spot was that awesome bath/shower! 10/10

[@kseniab913]

Thank you for the video! I think that it would be very interesting to see what lighting fixtures you suggest instead of that ones. I personally would love to see your taste more, the fact that some pieces are not good doesn’t create a full picture to me.

[@dr.jenniferma3914]

Yes she could insert pictures of what looks she prefers so we know WHY she doesn't like a look.

[@juliemayfield1282]

Very interesting!

[@jackieross2467]

The green bathroom was my favorite.

[@heathers510]

They really did do a great job! I love that they kept so much of the original woodwork, etc. I agreed with just about everything you said. Some of the lighting choices weren’t so fantastic but still, it all turned out beautiful! I love it!

[@MsPea]

Babe, you couldn't pay me $2.9 million to live in Waco, Texas, or anywhere in Texas.

[@autumnarcher]

Please make a video on light fixtures that you like! That is where I struggle the most and I feel like I can never find anything that I actually want to buy- it's been two years and we still have all of the light fixture that were in our home when we bought it and let me tell you they are not good.

[@alexandracarrier2528]

They should have done a matte flat Spanish tile in the basement !

[@orphanedhanyou]

The lights still feel like they all fit with the historic era of the home.

[@eleiaaa]

Please do a video on the type of lighting and light fixtures you like!

[@noemiehautot8055]

The partnership?? so cool hahaha

[@marilynwade9448]

It's a beautiful property

[@sybilkelley3197]

I love them.

[@melissamontgomery3399]

LOL - that is soooooo me & my male chihuahua...He is "Babe",& he actually answers to "babe" .....We have a very loving but contentious relationship 🤣....I always tell him, "Babe, I don't want to fight anymore"...(.Usually when he is play biting me to throw him more toys) LOL : )

[@jodycourt]

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife! Yesss....you're a girl after my own heart. We give these to our grandkids. I really loved the tour of the Castle House. It's beautiful, but I really didn't like the brass lighting. Thanks for sharing this one.

[@thefuzzytongue]

I'm with you, there are so many different styles of design I like. I feel like I'd need 5 houses to fully encompass everything I'd like to have! Mixing styles is of course the practical way to live! Yes to Wednesday vids!

[@cvonsutphen]

*Babe, fun tour* . 😜

[@wasselpa]

BABE

[@lulubelle65]

Stunning! I think we probably won’t see the action price until the money changes hands. It would be really awkward if the potential buyer had some sort of problem with financing and they had to go to another bidder. Sometime when you are back in Chicago, visit the Charles Gates Dawes House in Evanston. It’s a gigantic house from this era that houses the Evanston Historical Society. I think you’d love all the original woodwork and finishings.

[@bennylawrence6221]

Nope -- no upstairs laundry!!!! Flood/ leak is catastrophic