Boise Boys: HGTV’s Boise Boys Share Their Top Picks For a Sleek and Functional Home
Clint Robertson and Luke Caldwell, the opposites-attract renovators behind HGTV’s Boise Boys, are back in action for season two, airing Wednesdays at 11 p.m. ET. (Robertson is the contractor with his eye on the bottom line; designer Caldwell is all about style.) “We are so different,” Robertson says, “but we’re both rowing the boat in the same direction.” Here, the “boys” share a few of their favorite things that just might pop up in their home makeovers in Idaho’s capital city.
1. Bright Spot
“The right light can change the whole feel of a room. I’m always on the hunt for big lighting that’s got a lot of texture, whether that’s jute, ceramic, concrete or metal,” Caldwell says. CB2’s Love One Another Natural Pendant Light marries sophisticated retro lines with natural materials like paper rope and black iron. $249, cb2.com
2. Tile Revival
Drawing inspiration from Morocco’s rich history with pattern, Popham Design’s artisans create amazing Custom Tiles. “There’s something so exciting about having one-of-a-kind tile shipped to you from Morocco!” Caldwell says. Call for pricing, pophamdesign.com
3. Seeing Green
Worried about your (not very) green thumb? Not only will the Sill deliver houseplants (like the Parlor Palm in the August Planter) to your doorstep, but they guarantee plants up to a year from the purchase date. $41,thesill.com
4. Morning Brew
When Robertson needs a pick-me-up, he reaches for the Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Stovetop Espresso Machine. $35, williams-sonoma.com
5. Nice and Tidy
“I really like stark modernism because it’s uncluttered, and I like extreme functionalism,” Robertson says. Enter Ikea’s Elvarli Storage System, which can be adapted to your space and even be attached to the wall. $705,ikea.com
6. Very Vintage
“The best way to bring soul and character into your home is to purchase vintage,” Caldwell says. He combines modern furniture and design with charming finds from local antique stores or online marketplaces such as Chairish, a site dedicated to vintage decor, furniture and art, like this Daffodil Art by Anne Carrozza Remick. $475, chairish.com
7. Address Upgrade
Looking for an instant (and inexpensive) update to your home’s exterior? These sleek Rock Creek House Numbers add immediate curb appeal. $39, rejuvenation.com
8. A Better Paint Job
With FrogTape, you can get the same crisp, clean professional lines as the Boise Boys. “It’s the best on the market for keeping the paint where you want it,” Robertson says. $9, lowes.com