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American Dream Builders Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2014 - 0
Episode 1
The Tudors
Sun, Mar 23, 2014 60 mins
Redesigns in two Tudor-style homes across the street from one another are tackled by Team Red and Team Blue in the premiere of this reality competition, which pits 12 designers against each other in extreme challenges. Included: One group attempts to build a bathroom vanity out of a repurposed workbench; a chance is taken when beloved hardwood floors are used to make a dining room table; and decisions about a master bedroom makeover don't come easy.
Episode 2
Mid Century Modern
Sun, Mar 30, 2014 60 mins
The competition goes to Palm Springs, where the designers are tasked with turning two mid-century modern abodes into dream homes, each with an outdoor oasis, which becomes difficult to create in the middle of a massive rainstorm. While Team Red take on several special projects, including a light fixture made from chicken wire, Team Blue focuses on the front exterior and overall interior color scheme.
Episode 3
Spanish Style
Sun, Apr 6, 2014 60 mins
The designers travel to North Hollywood, where they are given the task of transforming two Spanish-style homes into abodes that are perfect for hosting events and entertaining guests. Included: Team Red, headed by Erinn, set their sights on a much-needed win, while over on Team Blue, site manager Elaine's strong opinions don't go over well, and she makes matters worse by turning to Lukas for help with the makeover of her living room.
Episode 4
Cabins in the Woods
Mon, Apr 7, 2014 60 mins
Two rustic cabins in the mountains of Big Bear, Cal., receive makeovers. Included: Team Blue get creative, taking elements found in nature and repurposing them. Meanwhile, Team Red put their focus on color and making the space pop. Also: Everyone is faced with solving a rodent problem.
Episode 5
Modern Modulars
Sun, Apr 13, 2014 60 mins
The remaining eight designers are split into pairs to renovate modular homes. The winning team wins a spread in Better Homes and Gardens magazine.
Episode 6
California Craftsman
Sun, Apr 20, 2014 60 mins
Craftsman-style abodes in Glendora, Cal., are renovated for families who require an office workspace for their at-home businesses. Included: Team Blue creates an eco-friendly indoor gym for a personal trainer; and Team Red designs a classy kitchen for a professional chef.
Episode 7
Colonial Duplex
Sun, Apr 27, 2014 60 mins
The remaining six contestants work for the first time under one roof, creating a fantasy bathroom in a colonial-style duplex.
Episode 8
Downtown Lofts
Sun, May 4, 2014 60 mins
Two artist lofts in downtown Los Angeles are renovated in a challenge that requires the four remaining designers to showcase their signature styles. Included: Team Red's Darren hopes his unique project proves he's worthy to stay in the competition; Nina and Jay of Team Blue struggle with an odd-shaped open-floor plan.
Episode 9
Victorian
Sun, May 18, 2014 60 mins
The penultimate challenge finds the remaining four designers working together, with Jay as their site manager, to renovate a Victorian home.
Episode 10
Beach Home
Sun, May 25, 2014 120 mins
Season 1 ends with the final two designers each taking on the renovation of a beach home in Ventura, Cal., in hopes of winning the grand prize of $250,000.
