Design Democratizer Bobby Berk’s Eureka Moment With a Humble Toaster

Design Democratizer Bobby Berk’s Eureka Moment With a Humble Toaster

For interior designer Bobby Berk, a chance encounter with a toaster in a big-box store changed everything. Berk will return as the home expert on Queer Eye when the third season hits Netflix this year.
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When I saw a Michael Graves toaster at Target as a little kid, it was the first time I realized you could make practical things look cool. It sparked my interest in design—and in Michael’s work.

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