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.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:00 (60 min)

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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.

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  • HGTV Star (United States)

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