Bob Richter facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bob Richter
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July 9, 1970
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| Occupation | Author, TV personality, and interior designer |
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A Very Vintage Christmas, Vintage Living, and A Very Vintage Holiday |
Bob Richter, born on July 9, 1970, is an expert in vintage style. He is also a writer, a TV star, and an interior designer. Many people know Bob from his main role in the PBS TV show Market Warriors.
He has written several books, including A Very Vintage Christmas, Vintage Living, and A Very Vintage Holiday. You might have seen Bob on popular TV shows like Good Morning America, TODAY, and CBS News. He has also been featured in famous newspapers and magazines like The New York Times and Parade Magazine.
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About Bob Richter
Bob Richter grew up in Allentown, Pennsylvania. His family ran an interior design business. This meant he spent his summers learning about fabrics and colors. His grandmother, who was very good at design, taught him a lot from a young age. She helped him develop his unique style. Even when she was 97, his grandmother was a big inspiration to him.
Education and Early Career
Bob went to NYU. He earned a bachelor's degree in Communication and then a master's degree in Education. While he was studying, he also worked for an antiques dealer. This helped him learn even more about art and old items.
After college, Bob started a career in public relations. He even opened his own company called Richter Media. At the same time, he kept his love for design alive. He often visited auctions, flea markets, and thrift shops. Over time, he started using his design skills for clients and launched Richter Design.
Helping Others
Bob also supports charities. He is a big helper for Housing Works, an organization that helps people. He has designed rooms for their annual event, Design on a Dime. This event raises money for a good cause. Bob has worked alongside other TV stars and designers like Ty Pennington and Jaclyn Smith at these events.
Besides his design work, Bob teaches college students at NYU. He also does voice-over work. You might have heard his voice in commercials for big companies like Comcast and Chase. His voice was also used in the 2013 movie Bert and Arnie's Guide to Friendship.
Bob's Work
Interior Design Projects
As a designer, Bob has worked on many different types of homes. These include large ranches in Texas, country homes in Pennsylvania, and city apartments in Manhattan.
His design work has been shown on HGTV and in The New York Times. Bob often tells homeowners to be brave with their choices. He encourages them to try new colors and trust their own feelings about what they like. His projects often use many antiques and recycled items. He admires designer Tony Duquette and even uses the fun saying, "More is more," which means he loves to use lots of interesting things in his designs.
Bob loves collecting old Christmas ornaments and calls himself a "Christmas Fanatic." In December 2010, he was featured on the front page of The New York Times Home Section. He was shown alongside other famous designers.
He has also been a guest expert on Martha Stewart Living Radio’s Home Design show. On this show, he shared his knowledge about flea markets, auctions, and tag sales.
Bob also creates articles and videos about antiques, art, flea markets, books, and travel around the world. The popular shopping website One Kings Lane also features Bob as a "TasteMaker," which means he helps pick out cool items for their site.
TV Appearances
Bob is well-known on TV for his main role in the PBS show Market Warriors. He also hosted a show called Minute Makeover.
He often appears on ABC, CBS, and the Hallmark Channel. On the Hallmark Channel's Home and Family show, he is known as "America’s Vintage Lifestyle Expert." He gives tips on how to find and decorate with vintage treasures.
Books and Articles
As a writer, Bob has published three books: A Very Vintage Christmas, Vintage Living, and A Very Vintage Holiday.
He also writes many articles for online publications. He often contributes to the Home, Style, Arts, and Travel sections of the Huffington Post. He also writes for Guideposts, where he shares his thoughts on holiday decorating and living a vintage lifestyle.
He also contributed to a book called The Christmas Book.
Filmography
- Minute MakeOver
- Market Warriors
- Flea Market Minute
