HGTV Design Star

HGTV Design Star (2006-2013)

EndedReality show

HGTV Design Star was an American reality competition show. The contestants compete for their own design show on HGTV. Each week, the judges decide whom to eliminate; and, in Seasons 1-4, Clive Pearse would tell the contestant(s) who had been eliminated, "Your show has been canceled...please exit the studio." Each week, the remaining contestants participate in an interior design challenge such as designing a living space with a specific purpose (bedroom, living room, garage) or creating a space in an empty room, using unconventional items from a pet store, mechanics store, or a discount store. The designers are given a specified amount of time and cash to create their designs, sometimes working alone and sometimes in teams.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Palm Springs Finale
Season 8Episode 760 min

Palm Springs Finale

The three remaining Designers are surprised to find out that all three of them are moving on to the final challenge. They are further surprised to learn that the finale will take place in the glamorous resort area and design mecca of Palm Springs, California! There they will each make over a huge suite in a resort hotel. No sooner do they arrive at the resort and see their spaces, than each Designer is surprised by some of their former competitors, all of whom have come back to help. Three days of work fly by, as the Designers and their support teams transform these massive spaces, which consist of one bedroom plus an open living, dining, entertainment and bar area. The Designers will have two very special guest mentors for the finale: Drew and Jonathan Scott, The Property Brothers. For the final camera challenge, each Designer must take the viewer on a walkthrough of their finished suite, highlighting the most distinctive features.
Jul 21, 2013

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S08E07Palm Springs FinaleJul 21, 2013
S08E06School Bus MakeoversJul 14, 2013
S08E05Sorority vs. FraternityJul 7, 2013
S08E04Real People, Real KitchensJun 30, 2013
S08E03One Client, Four ApartmentsJun 23, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did HGTV Design Star premiere?

HGTV Design Star premiered on July 23, 2006.

Who was the host of HGTV Design Star?

Clive Pearse was the host of HGTV Design Star in 2006.

How many contestants were on the first season of HGTV Design Star?

The first season of HGTV Design Star had 10 contestants.

What was the grand prize for the winner of HGTV Design Star season one?

The grand prize for the winner of HGTV Design Star season one was their own television show on HGTV.

Who were the judges on HGTV Design Star season one?

The judges on HGTV Design Star season one were Vern Yip, Cynthia Rowley, and Martha McCully.

What was the format of HGTV Design Star season one?

The format of HGTV Design Star season one was a competition where the contestants had to design and decorate rooms based on various challenges.

How long was each episode of HGTV Design Star season one?

Each episode of HGTV Design Star season one was one hour long.

How many episodes did HGTV Design Star season one have?

HGTV Design Star season one had eight episodes.

What were some of the challenges the contestants faced on HGTV Design Star season one?

Some of the challenges the contestants faced on HGTV Design Star season one included designing a living room on a $1,000 budget and designing a room inspired by a specific color.

Who was the winner of HGTV Design Star season one?

David Bromstad was the winner of HGTV Design Star season one.

What was David Bromstad's TV show called that he won as the grand prize?

David Bromstad's TV show that he won as the grand prize was called "Color Splash".

How was the winner of HGTV Design Star season one chosen?

The winner of HGTV Design Star season one was chosen by the judges.

Cast

Cynthia Rowley

Cynthia Rowley

plays herself
Genevieve Gorder

Genevieve Gorder

plays herself
Candice Olson

Candice Olson

plays herself
Clive Pearse

Clive Pearse

plays himself
Vern Yip

Vern Yip

plays himself
Sabrina Soto

Sabrina Soto

plays herself
Martha McCully

Martha McCully

plays herself
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Characters

Judge

Judge

played by Cynthia Rowley
Judge

Judge

played by Genevieve Gorder
Judge

Judge

played by Candice Olson
Host

Host

played by Clive Pearse
Judge

Judge

played by Vern Yip
Judge

Judge

played by Sabrina Soto
Judge

Judge

played by Martha McCully
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Also known as

  • HGTV Star (United States)

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