I love my Albany Park sofa!!!! I'm a real customer and love love love it.

@ckburner6317

2 жыл бұрын

Love you too Arvin and am happy you partnered with such an awesome brand.

@ArvinOlano

2 жыл бұрын

Yay!!! So glad to hear and I was also thrilled I got to partner with them to give one of my subbies a sofa 😍🙌🏼

@rmonson5002

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, wow. Thanks for commenting! Which one do you have? Is it a sectional?

@ckburner6317

2 жыл бұрын

@@rmonson5002 You are very welcome and thank you!! I have the Ẹkáàbọ̀ Albany Sofa which is enough for me as one person. I got the blue and orange print and I found it because I was looking for a sofa with a printed fabric, because I just bought a small house built in the 70s and it has wood panelling. I know not everyone likes panelling but there is no escaping the fact that this is a 70s house and so I wanted something that would look good with that style while not feeling like a vintage couch. The Ẹkáàbọ̀ Albany is absolutely everything I wanted - it lights up the living area and makes kind of a tricky style really work.

@rmonson5002

2 жыл бұрын

@@ckburner6317 that's great! Thanks for the response. I'm going to look at that. It makes a huge difference to get a real review from someone. There are so many choices out there that it's hard to decide sometimes. Thanks again!

I'm glad Stephanie got the free sofa, the other ones are fine but hers really needs to go. Would be nice to get follow-ups in a few months to see how people's spaces have evolved after getting advice. I'm totally rooting for them!

@nickys6656

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@deeb8733

2 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@houseofplastic5601

2 жыл бұрын

I was going to say the same! Stephanie deserves a new modern sofa 🥰🙏🏽

@jcottle44

2 жыл бұрын

I said the same thing. She definitely needed a new sofa.

@ivi122

Жыл бұрын

YES to updates

He honestly needs his own show. He’s so natural.

@stephanielafever7680

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!! 👏🏻 he needs to host a flip show, Arvin you must get connected with Netflix or some original network and do an entire series on this “Arvin Roasts (inset city) “ and like do a different city every episode or something whatever, it would be so fun to watch. I bet if you walked into like 50% of random homes you could roast them lol you can roast my house. Just kidding, my decorator did pretty well I think, with what she had to work with. 🤣

@msaijay1153

2 жыл бұрын

He does a good job of being critical while not being a bully.

I was gonna say, if the winner wasn't Stephanie the winner needed to be Stephanie. All the names in the vessel should have been Stephanie.

@creativelife9871

2 жыл бұрын

Lol! 💯💯

I'm so glad Stephanie is getting the sofa today. She was needing an assist and you really came through! All of your suggestions were awesome. Fun video!

“The color palette, makes me wanna vomit” LMAOOOOO 😂😂😂

I love the last home you mention with that coal black wall. I would paint it a cream or light gray and do wood floors in there if removing the stonework is not an option. There are so many options for decorating that wall after it is painted a lighter shade, including a fireplace instead of the old stove.

@ArvinOlano

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!!! I actually thought it gave the home some character hehe

@katepaulsonsalenfriend8617

2 жыл бұрын

such great ideas from Arvin as well as in the comments! So glad the carpet exit date is coming soon!

@a24-45

2 жыл бұрын

That charcoal wall could be sooo interesting -- home buyers these days pay more for that sort of midcentury modern feature, however this one can easily be painted to soften the effect. I would make the TV the centrepiece on this wall, as the rocks would be an awesome feature backdrop for the TV (wall-mounted). The white buffets Kate has already are just perfect as the starting point for decor for this room. So... I suggest the TV goes over a totally modernist built-in fireplace in white or a lighter natural colour with a glass front, (heat would not affect the TV if it's a proper fireplace)flanked by white console media units that go with the style of the buffet units will transform this wall. The brown speakers could stay, but if the wall stays dark, no dark brown or dark furniture on this side of the room. Lamps on the entertainment units will definitely show off the wall texture to fabulous effect. A midcentury coffee table would link the 2 opposite sides of the room together (rock wall to sofa opposite) and to the existing buffet units

@paxx9295

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts! ❤️

@pumibel1720

2 жыл бұрын

@@katepaulsonsalenfriend8617 I know you are excited to get to work on it. Are there hardwood floors underneath?

I love your dancing & your laugh. ❤️ I love your style in fashion & decor. So happy for the winner of the sofa. Her room looks like everything was just shoved in there. The sofa will b a great start & inspiration. Soft colors! Have fun. Good advice for all the participants Arvin. Love your giggle. 🥰

!!!YAY!!! I LOVE that someone is getting a new sofa!!! So great, Arvin!!! 🙏❤️🛋

Arvin! What a great idea about replacing the black rock with the wooden slats! It would soften the entire environment and be so pretty! Thank you for roasting my fugly living room! 😍😍

@ArvinOlano

2 жыл бұрын

I think it would look awesome too!!!! 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

@Irunwithscissors63

2 жыл бұрын

@Kate Paulson Salenfriend. The rock wall is great if a little dark. It’s a feature! You could paint it cream and paint the chimney jet black. It would look amazing.

@katepaulsonsalenfriend8617

2 жыл бұрын

Will probably start with painting it white and see how we can live with that first before we make the extreme decision of blowing out the fake rock!

@katepaulsonsalenfriend8617

2 жыл бұрын

But I absolutely love the idea of doing a fluted wall back there as it really lends itself toward the style of the house and the time. It was built- Such a great idea!

@RecyclingMama

2 жыл бұрын

the black stone wall is awesome what a statement stand alone . piece!... what needs to be moved are those posters and tv, I would add some hanging plants, and some brass pieces.. and be conservative on the tv and enterainment console that sits on fireplace landing

Omg. We just got a doll house for my daughter from my neighbor, and they have a lot of diy projects in it that we are going to redo to make our own. One thing they made was a "gather" sign, and I laughed so much. Would that be accumulate? Their dolls. Haha! It also says "be still" and I mean, they are dolls, so, yeah. Now when I see a gathering sign I think of that.

"Nobody asked" but, this was the Best give away I have ever seen. You rock Arvin! Love the suggestions and links.

I'm soo happy that Stephanie won... I feel that her space quite possibly needed the most help, so what a fantastic start for her! You're truly amazing Arvin ❤❤🥰

Kate: an inexpensive way to change your fireplace is to white wash them you can paint the brick a different color. If you want to pull up the carpet you can put down lament hard floors it’s very cost effective and easy to clean, it will open up your space.

Challenge Video: Could you do a video in which you recreate a space using all their old stuff, some of which may be nice stuff, but a lot off it you dislike/hate? A reasonable but limited budget for new purchases. It sounds a little television in the 1990s, but it would make for a fun video! Thank you for this video!

@KimberlyBarkdoll

2 жыл бұрын

OOooh, THAT would be next level!

I’m sorry I would’ve cheated and wrote STEPHANIE on ALLLLLL the papers 🤣🤣🤣 She needed it the MOST!

@Jordan-cm4tg

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same thought

@prettypuffprincess

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jordan-cm4tg 🤣😩 Like seriously, I’m so happy she won 🏆

@Cant3v3n

2 жыл бұрын

I would have too 😂

When it comes to color, it always helps to find your main color and then add variations of it. Like the cobalt, but then also a muted lighter blue and dark blue, and then also a complimentary color on the color wheel, like golds or ochre.

I’m about 100% sure that Stephanie’s name was the only one in that bowl but I am 100% fine with that. She needed it the most.

Kate’s space was my favorite, definitely redo that charcoal wall, love her current sofa, congrats Steph on the Albany Park sofa!

Always enjoy your roasts as well as advice . Your suggestions help me fix my mistakes or find ways to make them less offensive. The budget is super tight since job lay off. Thanks for lifting my spirits, giving me creative ideas and adding sunshine to my day.

Arvin, you should do the BEFORE & AFTER of the homes you ROASTED, 🤣🤣🤣, It will be awesome !!!

Love that last room. I'd definitely want to see what's under that carpet because that would be the first thing I got rid off. Then that wall either removed or painted. I would keep the furniture but rearrange it. I wouldn't remove that small wall because then it would open up the entryway where it looks like the front door is. Congratulations Stephanie!!

@ryannatividad3137

Жыл бұрын

I know it's an old video, but just seeing this now. I would maybe leave the stone wall and just paint it and accessorize, and spend the budget on semi-open wood slat to add privacy between the front door/foyer and living room where the wall is now. The stone and wood would look great in the space. And the slat would give some privacy while still opening it up.

As always, watching your new video makes my day! You are sooooo fun and inspiring! In particular, watching other people's pics and getting your feedback is really helpful as I am decorating my UK home (albeit much smaller than the US ones). Thanks for sharing so much energy and love!

Your energy and giggle makes my day ❤

I think I've learned so much from you over the past year, that I could instantly pick apart most of these rooms myself. Keep up the good work!

Arvin, you are a gift! This video series is so fun & useful to watch cause these homes look like our homes - not IG perfect, lived in and kinda messy - but it’s reassuring to know we can make small changes to get to an aesthetic we love! THANK YOU

Oh man, if you saw my house lmao…looks like gypsies with a taste in old jewish heirlooms meshed with pine walls and taxidermy here. (My husband is a backwoods man and I’m a bohemian teapot collector)

Please keep doing these!! I learn so much from them! Also Stephanie has BEAUTIFUL tall ceilings and windows so jelly!!!

YES with these series!!! It's so nice that you offer alternatives every time!! Love how you help out a lot of your subscribers!

You always have such great suggestions. I especially agree with you about replacing all that cobalt blue - just looks outdated. And those Albany Park sofas are so nice!!

I was hoping Stephanie got the sofa and... wow! she did! (Wink, wink.) I'm onto you, Mr. nice guy.

Love the intro !!!. Arvin, you made me LOL, ur so funny. That roasting was fantastic, 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣, i already wanna see the 3rd one, lol.

I have turquoise and cobalt blue accents in my family room. My couch is a massive brown sectional. I also have 8 and 3 year old daughters who are gymnasts and competitive cheer girls so I wouldn't dare buy new furniture. I just buy pillow covers from Amazon and change them seasonally. I also love in Florida so the blues just work in a way that's no overwhelming or outdated.

Ahhh I love these videos!!

@anarup916

2 жыл бұрын

It's Emma!

I recently bought the Albany Park sofa in olive green velvet and the Boucle chairs. Love this company!!!!!

I was so pulling for Stephanie! Yay & congrats. That was a fun video and some great advice. 🤩

LOLLL at the stock video of a couple looking at a phone smiling 😂

Love these type of videos, can’t wait for the next one 🤩🤗

LOVE IT! Beautiful ideas! Looking forward to watching Episode 3 and hopefully I make the cut, LOL. I would love love love to hear your ideas for our new house!

honestly, i love that black rock wall. they don't have the rest of the room playing nicely with it....but that doesn't mean it is not still pretty cool...

What a great show Alvin - entertaining and educational at the same time. ❤️

Hahaha Arvin you are my favorite! I always have such a good time when I watch you

Arvin, you are not roasting us, you are offering good advice. You are so sweet. Love you.

love this so much!!!!! You are fun and funny but also respectful! well done!

Always excited with your new videos. Thanks Arvin 🥰

I'm not a fashion person but I like to try to make things presentable. I don't entertain and nobody ever comes over, including my family so my decorating is for myself. I don't know how I got to this channel but I have to say......I can't get enough of Arvin. Arvin is so fun! I would love to just hang out. LOL

How sweet of Albany Park! Congrats to the winner!!

I have used many of Arvin's tips. Everyone says my space is Cozy and relaxing. ☺️ Don't be afraid to play with patterns/colors y'all!

The best thing in Kelly's space is the pupper... Really brings the room together.

Greenery! Plants and trees will warm up the spaces!

My 1 year old loves dancing to your intro music lol. We love your channel and all the advice!! You have a beautiful home and such an amazing sense of style.

Always look forward to your videos. Thanks Arvin🥰

Love this roast!!! Please do more. Also I love Albany Park and their other company Edloe Finch. Such nice and classic pieces!!

Hi Arvin, How are you? Yes, yes bring it in. 💃 💃 what about art work or mirror on first room? Yes, curtains would make a difference for second space. Ivy Park sofa, that's thoughtful. Hopefully Stephanie can pull it together and send you an update.

Your giggle after roasting us just makes me happy 😆

I love the direction you’re going with by getting in touch with your viewers a d subscribers and they get to take advice from you . This will attract many viewers . It gives me a tv show vibes .

Congratulations Stephanie! Great video Arvin, as always!

People have done these types of review videos for a while now, but I think this is the first one I've seen where there was actually a giveaway to help jumpstart someone's new space! So generous and amazing that a participant won a sofa.

Loving Tracy's blues, esp. her rug!! I wish I had the courage to embrace color like that. A lighter sofa might tone things down a little and make the blue pop better, IMO, although no one asked.

The first roast I think start with a rug. Then window coverings. Ask what style. Then build with the sofa, the coffee table lamps etc.

“Definitely don’t want to gather there nonono” - lol I DIED 💀

I would love to see more of Kate's house. It must be so cool. I would love to see it decorated in Mid-Century Modern/Scandi but that's my style LOL. That was so fun Arvid and I am glad Stephanie won the sofa!

@ArvinOlano

2 жыл бұрын

Kate’s was my fav too!!!

This is so inspiring to see your ideas for people's spaces!! Thank you!!

Gurl!!! haha roasting is one of your fun talents :)

I haven't even started the video, and I'm already laughing.😂😂

As the person who initially came up with this video idea, I wanna know where tf my free sofa is 😂😩😭 but for real - love the video! So glad you’ve made this into a series xx

That's was such a great video glad you made it a series 😄

Thanks for your advices. I love watching your videos with my son. We have good laughs with your comments. Cheers from Australia!

Can we all meet back here next week for another episode? I need this….so much more of this!

The video editing is *chef's kiss* love this series Arvin!!!!

Arvin, I love your style! I so wish I had an office space just like yours. So gorgeous!

This was such a great video. Really great solutions to real decorating challenges, and the giveaway was the icing on the cake!

Arvin, you are loved! 💜💖💜

I think Traceys biggest problem is lack of pattern- I am working on my living room and when you have a lot of solid color pieces it becomes a bunch of items that don’t mesh. I threw in a pattern pillow, just one and it took up the level of the room. Pattern, texture and accent colors helps a lot

I’m obsessed with you hahaha and that sweater vest hello!!!

I now want to start my lessons by saying "So, nobody asked but today is grammar tiiiiime!" ;-)

What an awesome gift. This was a great video. So kind of you to collaborate with Albany Park, to do this for your subscribers👏👏. I am loving that olive green sofa...btw:)

i love the coffee table and the black wall thing haha

AGH I freakin love this series!!!

this was so fun to watch!

Stephanie really needed that so far! Super happy she got it!

Arvin, thank you sooo much for your videos. As soon as I saw this one uploaded, clicked the thumbs up first, and then started watching your video❤❤❤

You’ve seriously helped me so much with styling my space! I would love to participate in the next one and hear your feedback!!!

Omggg I saw the gather sign and I clicked so fast, because I got a gather sign like 3 years ago and I’m like I feel like it’s just not it anymore. My style has changed so much from 3 years ago. I just went with what was more accessible than truly loving stuff.

Great series! Amazing giveaway! Congrats to the winner. Albany Park has some beautiful and reasonable pieces!

Loving all the great tips! 💚

Yay! Stephanie needed it the most 😂

Hi i would suggest Kate might want to paint the rock wall white as the walls, which will transform the rock to just another wall and not a focal point. Any other color still be an accent. Also i would move the book cases and place tv on that wall eye level, maybe on top of both cabinets, sofa facing tv, and u will need curtains, love your marble side stand, i will replace side chairs to white boucle and wood, consider u only have one wall to work with, so maybe close the entry wall and place a mirror across from front door. also gather all your art on one wall. could not help myself to add my two bits, i love mid century, Liliana

Omg!! I’ve been wanting an Albany Park sofa for so long!!! What a lucky lady!!

I love how you are evolving ,,, your conversations are funny and fun ,,, jet classic ,,, 😘👍🏼

I absolutely love this video. So much fun

This needs to be a weekly series! Like "Follower Fry-Day!" We all need help, Arvin, I love your videos!

would love to see the end results!! maybe do a follow-up series

Where do I sign up to get roasted?! Also, you need to know that your laugh is my favorite. Thank you for all the videos!

I’m so glad that you’re making this kind of videos. 🙌🏻

i keep coming back just to hear the NO BODY ASKED just sound so cute

Hiii!!! Thank you for the videos. I find them very inspiring. I've read some comment saying that your laugh is contagious, and I totally agree with that. Watching your videos can actually lift my mood. And what's the name of the upbeat music at the beginning and the end of your videos? I truly like it.

Arvin….. I don’t know if it’s your haircut, makeup, or lighting, but you look fabulous!!! (Could be all three! 😉) Love the necklace also! 😊❤️

I am soooo glad Stephanie won the #AlbanyPark Couch whoot whoot! 🎉🎉🥳🥳

I NEED HELP! pleeeeeease make a video on Christmas/winter decor! Lol