HOUSE TOUR I Inside Designer Candace Griffin's Chicago Row House

On today's episode of Homeworthy we're taking you inside interior designer Candace Griffin's comfy yet bold row house in Evanston, IL. A move from Michigan to Chicago provided Candace with the perfect opportunity to reinvent herself and finally pursue her passion for interior design. Lined with moody and transitional colors, Candace's home is synonymous with timelessness and serenity.
Nods to Candace's love of music and creativity are thoughtfully sprinkled throughout her home with the use of statement artwork and dramatic lighting. Her incorporation of high-and-low decor proves that budget-friendly solutions can certainly elevate any space. Enoy!
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[@kadeshamaddox3154]

After many episode it’s so exciting to finally see myself in one of the designers! Love love love this

[@brixandblooms]

Finally?

[@brixandblooms]

Are you saying they don't display African American designers often? This was the first episode I've seen. I can't subscribe if people like me aren't displayed often. I just can't support.

[@unpopularopinionpodcast24]

I’m black and I see my interior design style in lots of different designers…black or not. This is a strange requirement. I think there are black design channels if that’s what you’re looking for

[@kadeshamaddox3154]

@@unpopularopinionpodcast24 you’ve curated your personality around having contrarian opinions. You like to argue because life is boring and meaningless…go find a better hobby 😂

[@kadeshamaddox3154]

@@unpopularopinionpodcast24i didn’t even mention anything about her being black…lol find something better to do

[@MsBritishwoman]

Harmony in every room. Love the flow and elegance!

[@annjohnson8437]

Yes! Harmony is the perfect word to describe this home.

[@Dina-md3ji]

Absolutely

[@johnhenry1576]

The mix of moody colors and lightness is an art in itself, stunning.

[@annjohnson8437]

I am a huge fan of this home. Such beautiful colors and decor! It's neutral without being the least bit boring. The resident pup is adorable as well!!! ❤️

[@VeeLondon1449]

♥️ Dilla the dog is adorable, the way he just kicks back so calm and happy 🥰 And this home is absolutely beautiful. And wonderfully styled and put together and explained so warmly by owner ♥️ Candace. Thank you for having us.. xx

[@deniseunterman9652]

I love how Quincy's moms have allowed the elegant, custom-made coffee table to become her space, books and all. Not all designers would incorporate their children's needs into the main living areas so that they can grow up feeling comfortable in beautiful spaces. She's a lucky little girl. :))

[@ellencampbell]

Perfect! This is one of the best homes that you’ve ever showcased on your channel. ❤️

[@TheRenaissanceAmazon]

Chicago architecture is unmatched.

[@christineboone2850]

Great designer! That bar is fabulous. Great artwork all throughout. All of it is really lovely.

[@queens6583]

Candace and her wife did a tremendous job of decorating the home in a chic, functional and inviting space. I love Dilla's feathery tail and how she finds a comfy space in each room.

[@rosemaryhood]

So delighted that Homeworthy decided to add a Chicagoland home! Griffin's house was so inviting and comfortable andso. happy she shared budget-friendly tips.

[@photog66]

Very nice home. Love the art and her choice of colors. It seemed calming but still interesting. Beautiful. (Love that Prince poster and the Basquiat replica)

[@jilltodd622]

So refreshing to see a home that is not overdone and a hostess that knows how to speak without saying um and like. She also doesn’t drop hundreds of designer names for fabrics, wallpaper, etc. A clean, well thought out space.

[@ewashi3]

I love how her dog was the co-presenter

[@cathyfreudenstein3354]

Gosh I have to say that I LOVE everything about your home! Just beautiful and well designed.

[@omowhanre]

Beautiful home. You can tell she truly loves interior design because it shows in how she speaks about her interior and also in how dynamic her house is. GORGEOUS

[@annwallace1438]

Loved both built ins. Fabulous, timeless home.

[@elizabethheatley22]

I usually find neutrals quite boring, but these neutrals are so warm and cosy. I love the frequent punctuations of black too. Really, really beautiful! The pup is really lovely too!

[@blushbaby5278]

No one cares what you don't like color is boring and loud

[@JennWatson]

Wow- I don’t always love everything like I do with this decor! The colors are so soft and creamy!

[@peggyekena9966]

What a great video of a beautiful and cozy home. I love her color palette throughout her home and mixing high and low pieces to create a warm and inviting space.

[@ireneenetwork3338]

Candace home is elegant, inviting, sophisticated, and charmingly beautiful! The color selections, artwork, furniture pieces, and overall design provides a welcoming look and feel to her home without comprising function and style.

[@d.l.n.7133]

I loved that her attitude about design is soo relaxed and down to Earth. I could listen to Candice speak for hours … her voice is so relaxing and easy to listen to.

[@susanchase4839]

Very cool! Loved her narration. So relatable. She had a way of making you feel so welcomed. Love love her style. ❤️

[@LilylilyLily-vf3nw]

It is done in a cozy and sophisticated manner. I love it!

[@ladyvee7110]

One of the best, if not, the best home I've seen on this channel.

[@EJ-zs8ll]

Your opinion 😉

[@peggymurphy6747]

What a gorgeous family home! And I love the cost-effective approach that looks so classy and cozy.

[@khaleelahi.l.harris7492]

This was BEAUTIFUL. Im more of a traditionalist and interested in neo traditional styles when it comes to ID, but this was so lovely!! 😭

[@janekopley3893]

I love Candace’s aesthetic! What beautiful spaces. I also love her budget friendly design ethos. Love the art work throughout. So far, my fav home tour.

[@carolpipher4839]

🌱~Gorgeous sophisticated home & hostess! ~Snazzy touches yet totally homey. ~Love it!! ❤

[@lisanewman7641]

Color palette and decor are amazing! Well done Candace!

[@sherrystrong3305]

This home is stunning!!! Loved all your tips, beautiful space.

[@racyree3620]

How absolutely STUNNING!! My grandmother was extremely precious to our family and I'm sure she's BEYOND proud of you. Just beautiful home....Did I say that already? 😀

[@ioannadearc7901]

I love the natural light in this house. The breakfast nook is a great spot.

[@Fairland3]

Even her dog matches the walls! ❤

[@DianeML419]

Love the light! Cozy yet elegant. Just an all around beautiful home. I could move in and not change a thing. One of your best tours. I will be following Candace in the future.

[@LLondon721]

You know you’re super bad when you can have children’s toys & books in the shot and all looks as if it belongs🥰 Just wow♥️

[@evelynnellis7903]

What a home!!! I want to have coffee at that great table!!!!!

[@mightyisis6620]

Moody but bright. I love the colors Scattered Showers and ???? Love the black.

[@madolynway6612]

Very attractive and warm. I like that there is space to breath....not every surface or wall is covered with items

[@fabiolafigueroa6997]

I learned a lot from Candace! I loved how thoughtful she was in curating her spaces. Absolutely beautiful.

[@lynnstaton5732]

This home is just beautiful. As she speaks of loving her home , you can see Just how much in every well thought out touch of design and decor.

[@sheila3205]

Love that this house and others are each so different while being spectacular in their own right!

[@kimherrick1907]

What a beautiful home. You can feel the warmth and love.

[@simonejdevone]

Love the palette of this home and the foyer with all of the windows, high ceilings and light!

[@sdmsdm7926]

Light & airy & elegant, what a lovely welcoming home. The child’s bedroom is spacious, soothing & dreamy....loved the opening shot with the puppy at the top of the stairs....beautiful sanctuary.

[@kissy0k8]

When she said, “my wife,” I immediately liked this vid! 🫶🏾🫶🏾Yes! The representation is so appreciated. 🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@chrisweber2552]

OMGosh!!!! I just LOVE EVERYTHING you have done!!!

[@jeanrothman8516]

Such an exquisite home! I loved her choice of colors…so warm and cozy! I am so tired of seeing gray and white. This was such a nice change!!! I would love to see more like this. I have to say that Dilla is a doll!!!

[@tomaradoss3420]

The Den off of the kitchen. Blew me away! The glass ceiling and fireplace was breathtaking. I stopped and prayed the same for my dream home.

[@christopherc2415]

Candace's home, artwork, and ties to Detroit are all too good!

[@ap9047]

Love her pop of color lime green shirt. Very nice home.

[@mian9305]

Born in Detroit grew up in Chicago I remember my family driving to Evanston and seeing all of the luxury homes and going to sit on the rocks at the lake

[@tyeglover1522]

this one is my favorite so far! I how she used neutrals but still manages to make the space warm and inviting

[@myrahogan3110]

I appreciate that you have interests other than home decor. Your books were on a variety of topics and your record collection told a story of education. Also, I appreciate that you made an elegant home that included a pet and a toddler. Lovely. ❤

[@timothyryan6947]

I absolutely LOVE that brass sink in the bar countertop. Great taste! Well done!

[@teemadarif8243]

Yeah smoky background mirror is an ole skool fave. Classy feel Ms. Lady!!

[@carolynavalos5415]

Lovely soft colors everywhere. The little girl's room is calming yet dramati cally put together, and just beautifully done but I have to comment on the open shelves. I hope they are anchored to the wall! They seem like an invitation to an inquisitive child to climb. You hear about children pulling dressers over on themselves so I'm sure Candace must have thought of this. Just want to make sure it's safe for their wonderful daughter. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us.

[@cherylneely7540]

The house is absolutely flawless!!! She can design my home any day!!!

[@theresag684]

Absolutely stunning. Such sophistication yet relaxing and inviting.

[@AfricancoolChic]

Great camera work, I could see everything clearly. Beautiful 😍

[@nurse499]

Absolutely beautiful!! So inspiring and classy! Thanks for letting us see your home!

[@SimplyTomasTheCollection]

Absolutely divine!

[@sherr275]

this home really speaks to me. Candace's home is absolutely beautiful, warm, inviting & so well laid out. The colors are wonderful and so different from my norm, I love how cohesive everything is and the art... *chef's kiss*

[@araba9859]

Ah finally, a Chicago home ❤What a stunning place!

[@fransirahome]

Beautiful warm color.

[@sharonkaysnowton]

I love what designer Candace Griffin did to the Evanston, Illinois home. Beautiful!!!!

[@bisouselle]

A fellow Detroit girl who ALSO loves Dilla. I love it! 🙌🏾 Such a lovely home.

[@maddiek1980]

Gorgeous home. A lovely, calming cocoon. Some awesome art and furniture pieces! She really knows her stuff! Also what an adorable dog!

[@joannlesch9075]

Your home is beautiful, warm, sophisticated and welcoming. I love the colors.

[@crazycatlady312]

Love this. Evanston is a very nice neighborhood & incorporates that good ole Chicago architecture ❤

[@seanjenson5784]

Love the Malick Sidibe photo in the living room!

[@sunitashastry5270]

Enjoyed the home. Colors pretty yet sophisticated. Cool idea. Love the nursery. That is one lucky kid, to have such a beautiful room.

[@maureenclothier9468]

Very nice. I hope she does another video showing her new kitchen and her bedroom. Loved the dog.

[@wandahoward-holmes4825]

Wow, what a beautiful, yet personable space! The home tour felt like a friend inviting one over to chat, relax, and have fun. Had to subscribe! 👍🏽

[@sylviadjp]

This NU grad knows how awesome Evanston is, so I love that's her neighborhood. Her home is stylish, but definitely still looks like people actually live there too. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@Dorism541]

The 2 black dresses are gorgeous and can be styled up or down. Like you, I love the last one! ❤️

[@r-anne7375]

Love it . That coffee table is beautiful !

[@videogirlzzzzzz]

Beautiful!!!! My husband is from Evanston! He lived there until he moved to Houston to go to college.

[@liveinthemiddle]

Love the flow of this kitchen! I love how the den sits below the kitchen and the ceilings go really tall. I love your home!

[@vmurt]

Wow - absolutely love that bar... And would never have guessed it is Ikea! Amazing job.

[@vmurt]

Also -- I really like the kitchen, basically as is - love the contrast of the granite w/ the cabinets, and I really like the style of the cabinets. I might only add some kind of bulkhead to fill the gap between the uppers and the ceiling.

[@lsamoa]

She didn't mention them but I noticed the children gates near each group of steps: they look really elegant too. I had never seen such gates before. Good find! Beautiful home throughout.

[@lovejones92]

I’ve been contemplating a career change and interior design is on my mind heavily. I love that you shared how you got into the industry and I also love how your passion and creativity reflect throughout your family home in its design. Great video! ❤

[@V_butterfly]

I really love this house! I love the layered elements.

[@sandrar6161]

This is one of my absolute favorite tours❤

[@maryrogers2473]

Beautiful home and very cozy. Love your fireplace and of course the doggie is so cute.

[@bereatha1]

Beautiful home. You had me at Sade! Because I was born on St Patrick's Day, I adore your green duster.

[@everettedwards6609]

Loved, loved, loved this episode. I am so motivated to redo my media room. Thank you, Candace, for myriad ideas and inspiration.

[@GoddessY1968]

I love a row house and a nook. Great design ❤

[@catd1190]

Beautifully designed home. Such a cozy heartfelt vibe.

[@FredThomas1911]

I love the calming voice in all the rooms. My favorite is the fair place and the leather sofa.

[@Kay-fv7cw]

Beautiful home, love the warmth. As someone who lived in both Chicago and Evanston, Chicagoland folks don't refer to homes as row houses. It just not a term you'll hear from a Chicagoan!

[@wynn1111]

Love this! Such talent matched with a beautiful and inspiring story.

[@lisabrightly]

I love everything about this. The decor is fabulous and the way the house is built is stunning. I especially love the glass ceiling, all the windows and light. Really terrific.

[@katherinebraxton5068]

I love the cozy,classy and comfortable design flow of your home.🥰❤💯

[@nala_b]

❤ EVERYTHING about this home!

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

Beautiful I love the warm colors why renovate the kitchen it’s nice people are goin back to white appliances I like as it is 😃 and that doggie oh my goodness 🧡

[@SJ-bi9wu]

A lovely, warm, inviting home. Casual yet stylish. Well done!

[@lovecosmetics1]

This is a beautiful home!!!!!!!

[@Jane-qp4mo]

So warm and cozy! Love it!

[@MsMaxinejoy]

What a beautiful home! Love the colors!

[@karengarrison4237]

Impeccable. Wow.

[@rebagandy1133]

WOW, just amazing so proud of you. Thank you so much for the tour. I love your home and the decorating ideas is just what I needed. 💯