Work in Progress: Unconventional Thoughts on Designing an Extraordinary Life by

Description: Work in Progress by Steve Ford, Leanne Ford Quirky, fun, encouraging, conversational, memoir-meets-inspirational-storytelling from the brother and sister stars of HGTVs hit show Restored by the Fords. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description How did a couple of quirky siblings from suburban Pittsburgh end up as the king and queen of eclectic-design chic with their own HGTV show They never let fear get in the way of a great idea. Leanne and Steve Ford share their secrets for how to turn dreams into reality.Leanne and Steve were middle-class kids growing up in Pittsburgh in the 80s and 90s. There was nothing particularly glamorous or unusual about their lives as kids. Leanne was a shy, stubborn child who lived a rich life in her own imagination. Steve was outdoorsy and offbeat and was bullied mercilessly at school for being different. Their parents, grounded in faith and always encouraging of both creativity and hard work, gave them the confidence and the encouragement they needed to pursue the often difficult creative life. Leannes slogan as a child was, "My name is Leanne. If I want to, I can."Leanne studied clothing design and pulled gigs at fashion houses in New York and as a stylist to country music stars in Nashville before she found her true passion: interior design. Steve threw himself into kayaking and snowboarding and opening his own mens clothing store in Pittsburgh. And then their individual passions converged when Leanne asked Steve to help renovate her bathroom. There was magic in their collaboration, and they began renovating for clients in Pittsburgh—creating unique, authentic spaces that manage to feel both chic and completely obtainable—before catching the eye of producers at HGTV.Leanne and Steve share the details of their journey, including the beliefs that have inspired them and the experiences that have challenged them along the way. Author Biography Leanne Ford is an American interior designer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her easy vibe and personal style match the stylish yet approachable spaces she creates and curates. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Country Living, Domino, GQ, Lonny, Elle Decor, Martha Stewart, Better Homes and Gardens, Redbook, MyDomaine, Refinery 29, the New York Times. She is currently the star, along with her brother and contractor Steve Ford, of Restored by the Fords on HGTV, which follows the siblings as they turn some of Pittsburghs most dated buildings into magazine-worthy homes. Long Description How did a couple of quirky siblings from suburban Pittsburgh end up as the king and queen of eclectic-design chic with their own HGTV show? They never let fear get in the way of a great idea. Leanne and Steve Ford share their secrets for how to turn dreams into reality. Leanne and Steve were middle-class kids growing up in Pittsburgh in the 80s and 90s. There was nothing particularly glamorous or unusual about their lives as kids. Leanne was a shy, stubborn child who lived a rich life in her own imagination. Steve was outdoorsy and offbeat and was bullied mercilessly at school for being different. Their parents, grounded in faith and always encouraging of both creativity and hard work, gave them the confidence and the encouragement they needed to pursue the often difficult creative life. Leannes slogan as a child was, "My name is Leanne. If I want to, I can." Leanne studied clothing design and pulled gigs at fashion houses in New York and as a stylist to country music stars in Nashville before she found her true passion: interior design. Steve threw himself into kayaking and snowboarding and opening his own mens clothing store in Pittsburgh. And then their individual passions converged when Leanne asked Steve to help renovate her bathroom. There was magic in their collaboration, and they began renovating for clients in Pittsburgh--creating unique, authentic spaces that manage to feel both chic and completely obtainable--before catching the eye of producers at HGTV. Leanne and Steve share the details of their journey, including the beliefs that have inspired them and the experiences that have challenged them along the way. Details ISBN0785226141 Author Leanne Ford Pages 224 Publisher Thomas Nelson Publishers Year 2019 ISBN-10 0785226141 ISBN-13 9780785226147 Format Hardcover Imprint Thomas Nelson Publishers Subtitle Unconventional Thoughts on Designing an Extraordinary Life Place of Publication Nashville Country of Publication United States Short Title Work in Progress Language English US Release Date 2019-11-28 Publication Date 2019-11-28 UK Release Date 2019-11-28 Edited by Ariane Szu-Tu Birth 1987 Affiliation Cornell University, New York Position DESNDE Qualifications Ph.D. Alternative 9780785226192 DEWEY 643.70922 Audience General AU Release Date 2020-02-18 NZ Release Date 2020-02-18 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158524186;

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