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2011
1 Season

Showhouse Showdown was a competitive reality show that aired on the Home & Garden Television (HGTV) network from 2011 to 2013. The show was hosted by Bob Guiney, who is known for his appearances on The Bachelorette and as a co-host on daytime talk show, The Better Show.

The premise of the show was fairly simple - two professional interior designers were each given a budget of $25,000 and three days to transform identical homes that were located in the same neighborhood. The designers were randomly assigned a theme for each episode, such as "industrial chic" or "beach house living," and were also given a list of must-have items to implement into their design, such as a specific type of furniture or a particular color palette.

At the end of the three days, a panel of three judges would evaluate each designer's work and declare a winner. The winning designer not only earned bragging rights but also got to walk away with a $10,000 cash prize.

One of the unique aspects of Showhouse Showdown was that the homeowners remained completely hands-off throughout the process. They were not allowed to communicate with the designers or offer any input into the design choices. Instead, they simply had to sit back and watch as their homes were drastically transformed in just three days.

To add an extra layer of drama, both designers were given access to a shared warehouse filled with furniture, decor, and accessories. The catch was that each designer had to "sign out" each item they wanted to use, and once an item was signed out, it was off-limits to the other designer. This often led to intense competition as designers raced to grab the best pieces before their competitor could get to them.

Throughout each episode, viewers got to see the transformation of both homes unfold, with time-lapse footage showing the designers hard at work. They also got to see interviews with the designers as they explained their thought process and design choices.

In addition to the main competition, Showhouse Showdown also had a fun recurring segment called "The Perfect Match." In this segment, Bob Guiney would bring in a celebrity guest and ask them to choose between pairs of identical items, such as lamps or chairs, that had been used in both homes. The guest's choices were then compared to the decisions of the judges to see who had the better eye for design.

Overall, Showhouse Showdown was a fun and fast-paced show that offered viewers a glimpse into the world of high-stakes interior design. The competition aspect added an extra layer of excitement, while the time-lapse footage and designer interviews gave viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. Bob Guiney's affable hosting style added to the overall fun nature of the show, making it a must-watch for fans of home decor and reality competition shows alike.

Showhouse Showdown is a series that ran for 1 seasons (13 episodes) between September 12, 2011 and on HGTV

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Seasons

13. McKinney, Texas, Showdown

June 1, 2012

Two Texas designers battle in matching houses, creating designs for the same five rooms. From homemade blasts of color to scaling new heights, the designers only have one week to complete their projects.

12. Newport Beach, CA, Showdown

May 25, 2012

Two West Coast designers face-off in matching houses, creating designs for the same five rooms. From creative applications to challenging installations, the designers battle adversity with only one week to complete their designs.

11. Tampa, Florida Showdown

May 18, 2012

Two designers with totally different tastes, Marc Thee and Jason Champion, take on identical model homes in Tampa, FL, and make over five rooms. Then, neighbors and potential homebuyers tour the properties and choose a winner.

10. Boise, Idaho, Showdown

May 4, 2012

Two Idaho designers with a flair for the outdoorsy life take on identical model homes to design five original rooms each, ranging from a dining room full of sparkle to a Zen-like master bath retreat.

9. Houston, Texas, Showdown

April 27, 2012

Two Texas designers with very different creative plans take on identical model homes to create five original rooms each, ranging from a romantic couples retreat master bedroom to an elegant eat-in kitchen with a working fountain.

8. Oakmont, PA, Showdown

March 31, 2012

Two Pittsburgh-based designers with very different visions compete in almost identical model townhouses. They design five rooms each, including a dynamic dining room with a floating fireplace and a unique spin on a bonus room.

7. Saginaw, Michigan, Showdown

March 24, 2012

Two Michigan designers with completely different tastes take on identical model homes to produce five original rooms each, ranging from an opulent European wine room to a master bedroom with gravity-defying end tables.

6. Episode 6

October 17, 2011

Two very different designers from our nation's capital go head-to-head in the same multi-level townhome, ranging from an entertainer's loft to an eat-in kitchen full of glamour and sophistication.

5. Houston Texas Showdown: The Wine Room vs. The Indoor Waterfall

October 10, 2011

Houston Texas Showdown: The Wine Room vs. The Indoor Waterfa

4. Fresno California Showdown: The Fabulous Fifties vs. Really Good Bones

October 3, 2011

Christine Ubbink and Nathan Fischer are competing to see who's the better designer. They have a week to get the job done and must make over 5 rooms.

3. The Boss of Bling vs. The Green Machine

September 26, 2011

Delisa Oaks and Deemah Ramadan compete against one another in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to turn a traditional suburban home into something worthy of an open house. They have only a week to get the job done.The potential buyers will then vote as to who is going to win.

2. Claymont, Delaware Showdown: Getting Twisted vs. Deluxe Casual

September 19, 2011

Quentin Eschleman and Nile Johnson go head to head in Claymont, Delaware to finish a townhouse's interior in just one week. The potential buyers vote who the winner will be.

1. Loads of Layers vs. Less is More

September 12, 2011

The designers work on the same five rooms, The dining room, recreation room, master bedroom, living room and kitchen family room. The open house is in one week, who will win the challenge?

Description

Showhouse Showdown is a series that ran for 1 seasons (13 episodes) between September 12, 2011 and on HGTV

Where to Watch Showhouse Showdown

Showhouse Showdown is available for streaming on the HGTV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Showhouse Showdown on demand at Discovery+ and Amazon Prime.