It's Christopher Lowell
Cast
Seasons & Episodes
E1Test of Time
Sep 6, 1999
This show is dedicated to filling the home with classic elements that have the quality and design to withstand both trend and time. A trip to Ethan Allen shows that classic doesn't have to mean old-fashioned. Quality and traditional lines will make the big ticket items last. Romantic Home magazine editor Eileen Paulin gives a studio sitting area the feel of romance by accessorizing with personal mementos and warm fabrics. After asking viewers on Universal's City Walk what their favorite piece of furniture is, Christopher demonstrates how scale is an important part of creating a classic arrangement while placing items on a dresser. Next he gives step-by-step instruction on making an old-fashioned clock for under $100. Steve Enkeboll of Raymond Enkeboll Designs shows off some of the moldings, onlays and corbels his company makes and how they can be used in the home and on furniture to add architectural interest.Then, it's into the kitchen where chef Prince Akins of L.A.'s Georgia Restaur
E2Every Inch Counts
Sep 6, 1999
Find out how to maximize function and space in small rooms through the transformation of a 10 X 7 empty room into a luxurious girl's room. Christopher first demonstrates how to build a daybed with a storage drawer and upholstered fold down headboard/desk top. Next, Pam Hastings teaches a basic technique for making a fabric and Velcro vanity/desk cover with skirt to hide storage areas under tables. Christopher constructs a cardboard valance, then tours the completed girl's room pointing out how different space saving ideas are incorporated into it. He also shows the sketch boards he used to design the room, offering tips for choosing fabrics and colors. The episode ends with instruction on building a standing wardrobe with a rotating base seen in the show.
E3Paint is Cheap
Discover a variety of creative ways paint can be used to brighten up the home including a Corinthian door pediment stencil from Jeff Raum, Christopher's floor cloth and Jan Dressler's stenciled armoire.
E4Living in the Millennium
Sep 6, 1999
See how the approach of the year 2000 is affecting furniture and home design with this peek into the future.
E5Hold Everything
Explore a variety of clever storage ideas to help organize and un-clutter the home. First up, is a little inspiration from McKenzie-Childs, Ltd. in NYC where Christopher shows us their extraordinary armoires, one housing a workstation with a pull out desk and another containing a mini kitchen. Next, he demonstrates how to create storage space in corners of rooms with the simple construction of a triangular hutch. He also shows us how to build a wall rack to hold large platters. Frank Burkard, Jr. of Burkard Nurseries illustrates how different items around the home can be used as containers for unique indoor garden arrangements. Christopher presents a wall sculpture/shelf unit made from furniture parts. Viewer Laura Schilling gives a tour of the one room home she redesigned to fit her lifestyle needs in a ""You Did It"" segment. Viewer mail brings a photo of an ottoman with storage space inside and a plea for help from a grandmother wanting to organize and better store her grandson's toys
E6Flea Market Finds
Discover how to separate the ""gems from the junk"" at flea markets, and how to turn them into fabulous home furnishings. First, Sheila Zubrod, author of Flea, gives smart shopper tips while touring the Santa Monica Airport Flea Market. Christopher shows some easy ways to rescue tarnished metals and stained cloth, then Mauri Bailey, decorative artist, demonstrates how to spruce up metals with acrylic paints and powders. A fun trip to an antiques store with Christopher proves that if an item looks good in a gift box, it's a good gift! Wood is the next element covered, as Christopher explains the marbleizing and fabric lamination techniques he used to fix-up an old desk. Next, it's off to New York City, where Christopher takes the viewer on an inspiring visit to the home of designer Craig Seebach, who completely decorated his apartment with refurbished flea market finds. Sheila Zubrod returns with little more advice from Santa Monica — this time with the best ways for people to present the
E7One Room Living
See how a single room can be transformed into a multitude of separate living environments. Christopher uses the telestrator to illustrate how a number of designers have tackled the problems of one room living, then points out all the wasted space in the ""before"" studio room he will redo. Explaining how the bed can be used to divide the room, he constructs a center island bedroom with a plywood platform and shelving unit, a core door headboard/wall, and a luan and pine footboard. Christopher also shows how to make a circular opening in the headboard and a hidden magazine rack. Decorative artist Joe Fenzel demonstrates how to achieve a faux finish linen look for walls with texture paste, sand, glaze and a rag. Touring the finished room, Christopher defines the separate areas he created (living room, work station, vanity, kitchen, and bedroom) and he describes the functional furnishings he chose. He also discusses how monochromatic colors and a variety of decorative additions help make th
E8Added Touches
See how finishing touches help give a sophisticated and unique look to any home with Tassel Magic and a tour of Pamela Fritz' home.
E9Designs for Better Living
This show explores easy maintenance home designs and tips for making everyday chores fun.
E10The Natural Look
Through the exploration of natural materials, learn how to design a room with an outdoorsy look. Christopher visits a San Diego home filled with organic materials to show a variety of texture and design options. Back at the studio, he introduces the ""before"" bedroom he will makeover, then starts the redo by constructing a four poster canopy bed with pipes. Using a display of fabrics from Loose Ends and his design boards, Christopher illustrates his method for choosing fabrics while emphasizing the difference between texture and pattern. Next, he describes the process for building a window treatment with a foam and luan valance and the simple sewing technique for making fabric pipe sleeves and curtains for the canopy bed. Chef Nell Newman does a little organic cooking in the kitchen, whipping up an orange-chocolate angel food cake. Christopher then unveils the completed bedroom, pointing out how the different fabrics are used and his thinking behind the arrangement of various furniture
E11Let There Be Light
Sep 29, 1999
Creating atmosphere and drama in the home through lighting design is the goal of today's show. On a trip to Lamps Plus, Christopher shows the variety of options available in accent, task, and decorative lighting while discussing their uses in creating an overall lighting plan. He next explains how different light sources can mix together, using the living room set as an example. To simulate a natural light source, Christopher builds a light box (also featured in show #107, segment 5) with wood and plexi-glass, then makes two different lamps out of stacked kitchen colanders and lampshades. Professional lighting secrets about shadowing and highlighting are shared on the set of the sitcom, ""Brother's Keeper,"" by Rick Maas of Universal Studio's Set Lighting and Grip Department. Home entertaining expert/author Deborah Fabricant sets up a romantic tablescape with a floating candle centerpiece. Stencil artist Jeff Raum demonstrates covering self-adhesive lampshades with beautifully stenciled
E12Wall to Wall Magic
This show offers wonderful ways to add color and texture to walls with Sandi Reinke of Loose Ends and Christopher's faux wallpaper painting technique.
E13Home Displays
Oct 4, 1999
Discover how to accessorize your home like a professional in this show dedicated to one of Christopher's top decorating musts — merchandising.
E14Passport Interiors
Explore the wide world of decorating while learning how to integrate foreign designs and cultures into the home.
E15Quick and Easy Design Looks
The show offers fast and inexpensive design facelifts to update the home including how to shop at superstores and mail order furniture.
E16Archutectural Classics
Christopher explores ways to bring classic architectural influences into your own home design.
E17Contented Cottage
Oct 7, 1999
Christopher transforms a small space with a bay window into a cozy English nook.
E18Child's Play
Oct 7, 1999
Fun and functional ideas for decorating children's rooms fill today's show. With the aid of the telestrator, Christopher revisits some of the simple and clever ideas used in kid's room re-dos from past seasons. Designer Michael Buchanan shows off four bedrooms he decorated with input from their occupants - the young daughters of a New Jersey family. Christopher next builds a canopy headboard made from plywood, batting, and half of a sports umbrella. At LA's Enchanted Attic store, co-owners Ken Appel and his wife, Sue Tornetta discuss the inspiration behind their unique handmade and hand painted furniture they design for their family owned business. Kathy Peterson, crafts designer, shares some creative freehand and stenciling techniques usable in painting your own festive furniture. Designer Pam Hastings from Waverly Fabrics uses basic fabric rectangles and drawer pull hooks to make simple but interesting window treatments. Spiderman surprises Christopher outside of Marvel Mania at Univ
E19Use What You've Got
Oct 8, 1999
Explore some creative ways to convert the furniture and accessories you no longer like around your home into new treasures.
E20Grand Entrances (1)
Oct 8, 1999
Discover how to turn a plain front hall into a grand and inviting entryway as Christopher makes over the entrance of his home.
E21Easy Comfort
Oct 11, 1999
Learn how to make your home so comfortable, you'll never want to leave it. First, Cecil Adams, Creative Director of Expressions Custom Furniture, shares some rules-of-thumb advice for investing in high-price ticket items like sofas and shows how to customize a basic frame couch by mixing and matching a variety of arm, leg and cushion options. Christopher offers a simple solution to organizing all couch-potato necessities (like the remote control) by placing everything in a decorative basket to keep at the ready. Next, he displays the latest designs in fashionable recliners and hides a television in a large pedestal shaped cabinet. Universal City Walk visitors answer the man-on-the-street question ""what's the longest amount of time you've ever spent on a couch?"" Lee Moore, Set Designer for ""The Bold and the Beautiful"" takes us behind-the-scenes of this daytime drama and explains how he designs the many different looks for the variety of characters and scenarios in the show. Christopher
E22All in the Family Room
Oct 11, 1999
During the course of today's show, Christopher turns an underused dining room into a dual purpose family room and formal eating area. He first revisits some makeover projects from past shows on the telestrator, then goes through the ""before"" of the dining room, explaining the basic design elements he will add. Next, he introduces bookcases, a shelf and deacon's bench constructed to utilize a wall with windows, along with rolling carts to serve as both a sofa table and the base for a dining room table. He also offers tips on painting over wallpaper and discusses picking out dual purpose furniture like armoires. Visitors at Universal City Walk answer the man-on-the-street question ""what's your idea of the perfect family room?"" The deacon's bench is broken down into easy to build steps, and Christopher shows how to add decoupage designs to it. He also gives a quick lesson on painting over inexpensive furniture materials, such as particle board, and using old paintbrushes to create a wood
E23What Your Style?
Oct 12, 1999
The show focuses on ways to create your own personal decorating style.
E24Special Spaces
Oct 12, 1999
This show is devoted to carving out a private refuge for yourself in a small space.
E25The Artist in All of Us
Oct 13, 1999
Unlock your hidden creative potential with inspiration from the fun ideas found in today's show. Christopher first meets Victoria MacKenzie-Childs on wild trip to her MacKenzie-Childs, Ltd. store in New York City where they discuss the joys of adding traditional whimsey to the home and rekindling the child inside yourself. He then shows how to emulate their designs on your own items. Next, Mosaic artist Rose Portillo opens up her home to share the colorful tile designs that fill every room and demonstrates at Christopher's house how to create a mosaic tray. For quick ways to fix up wooden flea market finds, Scott J. Sallinger, owner of Sunny Boy Designs, presents three easy and decorative finishes made with an assortment of paints. Wylie, TX chef and restaurant owner Cammie Spillyards makes two desserts — poached pear and a brownie — in under four minutes which have a presentation that makes them a feast for the eyes. A fruit and flower arrangement is next on the plate, as Dokhi Mirmir
E26American Dream
Oct 13, 1999
Explore Americana design elements such as quilting and shredded paper bowls.
E27Creative Spaces
Oct 14, 1999
Find out how to carve out a space in your home where you can explore your own creativity through seeing a spare room transformed into a dual functioning workspace and guest bedroom.
E28In Black and White
Oct 14, 1999
Discover how bold designing in black and white can be.
E29Designer Sources
Oct 15, 1999
This show is filled with top designers who share their secrets for stylish success. First, designers Alexandra Stoddard, Van-Martin Rowe, Frances Schultz and HaRry Segil join Christopher at his house for a roundtable discussion about forming relationships with their clients. At a NYC workshop, we meet the ""Prince of Chintz"", Mario Buatta and see how his designs are taken from a paper sketch to a finished piece of furniture. Universal City Walk visitors answer the question ""what's the biggest decorating mistake you ever made?"" Christopher's designer roundtable continues their conversation, this time focusing on some of the common decorating problem areas people run into while working on their own homes. Jan Jessup of Calico Corners shows how her company's catalog allows you to design your own custom furniture through mix and match frame styles and fabrics. The members of the roundtable define their personal styles and inspirations. A visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art store offers
E30Art of Disguise (1)
Oct 15, 1999
In this show, Christopher shows us how to disguise unsightly items around the home and turn them into beautiful design elements.
E31Kids Live Here, Too
Oct 18, 1999
Christopher offers up some easy and fun ideas which allow kids to help make design decisions for their own space. Checking out a school supply store, he points out the many colorful and useful items that can be used for decorating while simultaneously creating a stimulating learning environment at home. Next, he shows off a study nook with furnishings that are easily replaced as a child grows into more adult needs. In a Design Doctor segment, viewer Sean McMahon's dilemma of transforming his son's old room into a new one for his daughter is tackled. First, Christopher visits the home to assess the room, then Sean comes to Christopher's house to receive a design board of Christopher's ideas along with a headboard shelving unit to get him started. A trip to New Orleans introduces Jana Napoli, founder of the Ya/Ya Foundation, and a group of young artists who have now become famous for their hand-painted, storytelling furniture. From the viewer mailbag, we see a photo of a PVC pipe canopy
E32Down by the Sea
Oct 18, 1999
This show brings the pleasures of seaside living into your home without moving to the beach.
E33Party Time
Oct 19, 1999
Learn how to make beautiful celebrations at home without causing yourself a lot of stress - or breaking the bank!
E34Comfort Zone
Oct 19, 1999
On this show, see how make your home a comfortable refuge for yourself, your family and your friends.
E35Public Places / Private Spaces
Oct 20, 1999
Learn how to take inspiration from grand public spaces and make the ideas relevant to your own home.
E36Opening Up New Ideas
Oct 20, 1999
Discover the ins and outs of window and door decor in today's show.
E37Squeaky Clean
Oct 21, 1999
In today's show, Christopher proves that a few simple changes can turn an ordinary bathroom into a relaxing sanctuary.
E38Italian Influences
Oct 21, 1999
Bring a little flair and style of Italy into your own home through the many ideas offered in today's show. We start with a visit to the San Diego home of Robert Yates where Christopher began a dining room makeover last year. Mr. Yates takes us through the now completed room, filled with colorful marionettes and other inspirations from a music box he found in Venice, Italy. Back in Christopher's house, Leslie Erganian of Specialty Prop Design of Los Angeles demonstrates how to create an Italian design wall treatment with a pencil and some paint. Next up is a history lesson from ceramist Karen Koblitz about Italy's famed and intricately patterned Majolica ceramic ware. Then Rosemary Watson, artist/representative for Liquitex ""Glossies"" Paint, shows how to emulate the Majolica look on your own inexepensive dishes. A ""You Did It!"" segment takes us to Northwestern University where sophomore Ryan Du Val spent six days painting a rendition of the Sistine Chapel on his dorm ceiling. In the kit
E39Company's Coming
Oct 22, 1999
Discover how to make houseguests feel as comfortable in your home as in their own. First, Christopher shares some photos from ""Elegant Hotels of Europe"" for a little inspiration. Next, we visit Harry Segil, artist/designer, who turned two unused bedrooms into self-contained, whimsically designed guest apartment. Christopher, as the Design Doctor, surprises a viewer Jane Haven who wrote in asking for help sprucing up her formal dining room to fit in with her recently redone kitchen. After Christopher assess the room, she joins him at his house to receive tips on creating a window seating area and to see a demonstration of building and marbleizing a new mantle for her fireplace. Janet Fletcher, author/chef of ""Fresh From the Farmer's Market,"" whips up a fresh vegetable and dip platter. Eileen Paulin, associate publisher/editor Romantic Homes magazine shows how small, homey touches can make a big difference in creating the perfect guest space. Christopher makes an old-fashioned wooden gue
E40It's a Fine Romance
Oct 22, 1999
Discover how to get your home in the mood for romance! Christopher takes us to the beautifully restored Victorian San Francisco bed and breakfast, The Spencer House, where owner Barbara Chambers details the steps she took to renew the home to its original splendor. Back in his own home, Christopher creates a boudoir for a romantic evening for two. Designer Van-Martin Rowe of Front Porch Designs, sections off a portion of the front yard and turns it into a cozy, private, romantic retreat. At the Pasadena Showcase of Design , interior designer Jennifer Bevan from the Mission Street Design Group explains how she transformed a neglected space into an elegant lady's sitting room. Botanica floral designer Brad Coon demonstrates how he designs lavish arrangements by combining vegetables and flowers. Gina Steiner of Flame Inc. gives a quick lesson on making your own candles. For a final romantic touch, Christopher shares his recipe for cheese and chocolate fondue.
E41Designing with Water
Oct 25, 1999
Today Christopher demonstrates a number of ways to incorporate water into home design.
E42Kitchen Kozy
Oct 25, 1999
Redesigning your kitchen.
E43Indoor / Outdoor Living
Oct 26, 1999
See the many ways you can bring the outdoors inside for year round communing with nature. During a visit to the L.A. home of Michael Benasra, designer/owner of Guess? Home, we see the outdoor kitchen and entertaining areas he designed to reflect the feel of the South of France. He then comes to Christopher's house to share his latest nature inspired bedroom linen collection. Metalwork artist Griffe Griffiths makes a garden scepter hook out of a fork and shows some of the other intriguing metal accessories he creates. At the Pasadena Showcase House of Design, interior designer Amy DeVault, explains the concept behind the solarium she decorated there. Christopher gives some tips for using big plants indoors then discusses ""underplanting"" as a way to make miniature landscapes for the home. Next he presents a quick and easy way to cook salmon and vegetables on an outdoor grill. Viewer Judy Zielinski of Quakertown, PA shows us around the home she fixed up to reflect her love of plants in a
E44Cozy Corner
Oct 26, 1999
See how to design, accessorize and maximize small spaces through Christopher's redo of a breakfast nook. He first uses drawings to illustrate the additions he will make to the space, then describes how he put together a Japanese inspired stairstep book case and a long bench seating area. Emphasizing the usefulness of dual functional furnishings in tight areas, he demonstrates construction of a hanging false beam used as a space divider and a table that can be adjusted to three different heights. He also upholsters back cushions for the bench seating area with Velcro flaps to be attached to rods in the windows. Liza Glen, a Plaid Enterprises artist/representative, shows how to make floor clothes out of canvas and linoleum remnants then demonstrates some paint techniques for applying personalized designs. Christopher next visits owner Mark Held of Mark's Garden to get advice on the ""language of flowers"" — knowing what to ask for when ordering arrangements. Back in the kitchen, Christophe
E45A House of Art and Soul
Oct 27, 1999
Learn how to give your home a personality that reflects you.
E46Room to Live In
Oct 27, 1999
Christopher focuses on making key areas of the home, especially the bedroom, relaxing environments. As the Design Doctor, he visits the home of viewer Lisa Kalins to help give her railroad style dining room and den a comfortable feel. There he discusses furniture arrangement, then uses the telestrator back at his house to offer advice on color and fabric choices. Next, he demonstrates construction of a wrap around window bench with storage. Interior designer Michael Buchanan of Goralnick Buchanan, NY show us the sophisticated yet warm master bedroom, bath and sitting area he designed for the Connors family of New Jersey. Christopher makes a mirrored headboard out of an old window frame and decorates it with glaze paints and ivy stamps. He then takes us to Linens 'n Things to suggest ways to update your bedroom look on a budget by mixing and matching fabrics. To give plain linens a personal and elegant look, Christopher uses glaze paints and foam stamps to make patterns on them. Finally
E47Sleep Tight
Oct 28, 1999
Christopher focuses on making key areas of the home, especially the bedroom, relaxing environments.
E48Four-Legged Roommates
Oct 28, 1999
Learn how to incorporate your pets into your living space without sacrificing design elements.
E49Sunday Afternoon
Oct 29, 1999
The show offers fun and simple projects to do for a relaxing and satisfying day. Christopher takes a trip to the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone where garden manager Diane Martinez shows off their decorative herb garden and gives tips for creating home container gardens. Next, he checks in with chef Bill Briwa who cooks up some herb based dishes. Back at the house, Christopher make some decorative vinegar bottles. Mary O'Neil of Hot Potatoes shares a technique which uses stamps to make patterns in velvet and Christopher builds a newspaper/magazine rack from plywood and poles. Evelyn Weidner of Weidners Gardens explains how to create arrangements with flowers and plants that stay in their own containers. Christopher next uses the telestrator to give her advice on sprucing up the kitchen in her home. Sandra Woodward of S W Design Studio whips of some simple, gourmet tasting Sunday brunch dishes. Viewer Gabrielle Wheat of Shawnee, Kansas shares the replica of an Australian Outb
E50Vintage Vamp
Oct 29, 1999
Learn how to update retro looks from the 1930's through the 70's and incorporate them into your home design.
E51Industrial Interiors
Nov 1, 1999
See how to create hi-tech industrial looks in your own home with easily available construction materials.
E52Out on a Wire
Nov 1, 1999
This show is dedicated to using hanging objects to make small spaces look great.
E53Room Tones
Nov 2, 1999
In this show, Christopher will inspire viewers to gain the confidence to create rooms with attitude.
E54Portable Palaces
Nov 2, 1999
Today we explore some great designs for small spaces taken from rooms that are on the road.
E55Hand Made Homes
Nov 3, 1999
The show is filled with simple and stylish accessory ideas that add fun to your home.
E56Intuitive Interiors
Nov 3, 1999
Learn how to trust your instincts and use them in your home design in this inspiration filled show.
E57Welcome Home
Nov 4, 1999
Make your home the most welcoming place on the block with the many fun ideas from this show.
E58Handyman Special
Nov 4, 1999
The show focuses on how to make a new home — or the one you are already in feel ""more like home.""
E59Back to Our Roots
Nov 5, 1999
Dig up your roots and let them help you create a home decor that tells a story about your personal history.
E607 Layers of Design
Nov 5, 1999
Christopher details step by step how he used his concept, the ""7 Layers of Design,"" to transform the living room in his house from a barren, white-walled space to the warm and inviting room seen daily on the show. The purpose of Christopher's 7 Layers of Interior Design is to keep you on budget and out of overwhelm as you re-do a room.
E1Regional Design
Dec 19, 2000
This show is dedicated to decorating in different parts of the country. Christopher visits New England, the heartland and returns to Southern California, exploring your personal style no matter where you live.
E2Architectural Elements
Sep 26, 2000
This show is all about architectural embellishments, those elements that give a home a sense of style and structure. Christopher shows where to buy them, how to install them and merchandise them. Christopher takes us on a tour of the showcase house dining room before renovation. Christopher shows the concept drawings for the buffet wall, then shows the construction in the interim stage. Then it's off to Freeway Salvage Yard where you can pick up one of a kind architectural elements for any decor. Christopher reveals the completed Showcase House dining room. Christopher describes the fireplace of the showcase house before it was renovated. In studio, Christopher demos the mantle construction, then shows the fireplace in the ""during"" stage. In studio, Christopher demonstrates how to construct the mantle ledges. Christopher shows the completed renovation of the fireplace of the showcase house. Deborah Fabricant presents a Manhattan sky scraper tablescape. Viewer Luci Angeli Diecks of Chag
E3Working from Home
Sep 27, 2000
Christopher offers a way to create an office of your dreams without sacrificing valuable living space. Having the right environment that's conducive to planning that corporate takeover enhances productivity.
E4Sanctuary
Christopher's show is all about creating sanctuary spaces in our own homes where we can go to relieve the stress of daily living. Christopher visits Connie Stevens' Spa, The Garden Sanctuary, where she creates an oasis in the middle of Los Angeles. Christopher takes us to the Showcase House where he shows the master bedroom ""before"" the makeover and describes his plans for transformation. Christopher talks with Kazuko Hoshino of William Heffner Architects about creating altar spaces with items that are soothing and meaningful to you. Christopher takes us back to the showcase house master bedroom for a look at the progress being made in the makeover. Then he reviews the products from Loose Ends being used. Christopher reveals the finalized master bedroom in the showcase house in its tranquil splendor. In studio, he then demonstrates the technique for making a rolling bed table. Christopher shows some products from Sharper Image that provide soothing sounds and lights.
E5The Wedding Show
Sep 29, 2000
Christopher shares tips on inexpensive ways to add drama to that special wedding day from planning the wedding ceremony to the reception to a backyard honeymoon cottage.
E6Color Courage
Christopher revisits some of his classics in this show that will illustrate how color can add drama and excitement to your home.
E7Walls and Doors
Christopher looks at walls and doors as design elements in our homes.
E8The Lighting Show
Oct 4, 2000
This show takes a look at light fixtures and their different functions throughout the home and office.
E9Decorative Touches
Oct 5, 2000
It's about those do-dads and special little things you can add to your home to make it a reflection of your personality.
E10Flea Market Show
Oct 6, 2000
It's off to the flea market to find unusual, interesting hand-me-downs and treasures for the home.
E11Window Show
This show is all about different treatments to cover and enhance your windows.
E12Paint Party Show
Oct 10, 2000
Christopher shows how to throw a paint party where guests can have a good time and the host's white walls disappear. First, Christopher shows how to prepare the house for the party and design the invitations using painting supplies as the theme. Then Lesley Carlson of The Home Depot and Christopher discuss some of the tools and equipment needed. Christopher shows his guests how to apply the paint to different areas. Then Christopher welcomes guest Michael Walsh who shows how to paint designs on walls with the help of ""Walls with Style"" kits by EZ PAINTR. Christopher shows how to build a paint party tablescape out of tools from the paint store. Next, Christopher accessorizes the newly painted room. Finally, Christopher reads some viewer mail and gives advice on a wall color for a room with mauve carpet and a large fishtank.
E13Ocean Living
Christopher's show brings seashore living home even if you live miles from any ocean. Christopher focuses on the makeover of a little boy's room into a magical seaside fantasy complete with a boat bed and ocean wall mural. First, he takes us to the sea shore featuring interiors from the book ""Waterside Homes"". Next, it's a Christopher Lowell Classic featuring several bright coastal style room makeovers. Then he takes a look at the ""before"" of the kid's bedroom and preparations for the ocean style makeover. In his workshop, he demonstrates how to create the boat bed that the room makeover was inspired by. It's back for the ""during"" phase of the makeover where the both the bed and wall mural are taking shape. Next, we take a look at the Hancock Park Design Showcase House for a tour of Carolyn Oliver-Broder's ocean inspired powder room. Back in the bedroom, Christopher reveals the ""after"" featuring an ocean mural, hand painted boat bed and customized accessories. Designer Sandy Reinke of
E14The Room That Shagged Me
Yeah baby! In this episode of the show Christopher shows us why styles like the shagedelic look of the 60's endure as a classic in the world of interior design. From the hit movie Austin Powers, production designer Cynthia Charette discusses her work with vintage themes from mod 60's and disco 70's to the glamour of the 40's. Christopher takes us through the ""before"" of his retro room makeover, in-studio he explains the layers of his design sketches and choice for fabrics and paint. Then it's a peak at the ""during"" of the retro makeover where an aluminum wall treatment has been installed. At the Pelican Hotel in South Beach, Miami, Noelle Stevenson takes us through the psychedelic style theme hotel. Back at the house, Christopher reveals the outrageous ""after"" of his retro makeover and is joined by designer HaRry Segil who provided the fabulous furnishings. Christopher demonstrates how to create the ribbon lampshades and hand painted linoleum rugs he used in the makeover. Scott Cheveri
E15Seven Layers of Design
In this episode, Christopher reviews the 7 layers of design from years past by showing a room that was redesigned using Christopher's formula for decorating a room. The system is designed to keep you on budget and out of overwhelm.
E16Import Decor
Christopher shows how to add unique items from exotic, far-away places to your home. In some cases you don't even have to leave home to shop for these imports, and they're also available in stores locally as well.
E17Small Spaces
How to organize closet space.
E18Kitchens
Christopher focuses on remodeling kitchens starting with the planning, then moves to the budget and finally shows the makeover of the showcase house kitchen.
E19Guest Bedrooms
Oct 19, 2000
The show is all about taking the spare bedroom in your home and transforming it into a warm and inviting ""hotel suite"" where your honored guests will feel welcome in your own home.
E20Savvy Surfaces
Oct 20, 2000
Christopher presents new products for re-surfacing floors, countertops, etc., giving them a much needed facelift and at the same time, saving a ton of money.
E21Chic Cheats
It's OK to cheat when it comes to decorating and saving money. Christopher explores the use of ""chic cheats"" that solve a lot of problems and save lots of money.
E22Special Occasion Party
It's party time, everything you've wanted to know about planning a stress-free party that not only your guests will love, but you as the host can also enjoy. Neal Matticks of Neal Matticks' Design, joins Christopher to show three table setting creations. Next, Marc Friedland of Creative Intelligence gives us a look at some clever party invitations. Christopher takes us on a trip the Party America Store for some tips on the top 20 things you should keep on hand for an impromptu party. In studio, Christopher shows how to build the ultimate party cake, a false cake topped off with a real one for a spectacular party display. Christopher and Honor Brodie of In Style Magazine talk about celebrity parties and what is hot in the way of parties. Deborah Fabricant joins Christopher with a show and tell of four tablescapes.
E23Art of Disguise (2)
Oct 25, 2000
The show is dedicated to the use of clever and inexpensive ways to disguise elements in the house that may be outdated, unattractive or in need of a facelift.
E24Mars vs. Venus (1)
Oct 26, 2000
This show is all about how two independent people can bring individual decorating styles together expressing tastes that both find compatible. It's the battle of the sexes, how to combine his and her decorating that both can live with and the art of compromise.
E25Merchandising the Home
Oct 27, 2000
Christopher shows how to organize clutter and merchandise accessories in a home with a flair. Before your home resembles a junkyard or you take everything to the curb, check out Christopher's merchandising tips.
E26Bathroom Makeover
Oct 30, 2000
Recapturing the glitz and glamour of the '50s is the theme of the bathroom makeover show. Warren Pearl from Lefroy Brooks joins Christopher to display the latest in faucets and showers for the bath. Next, it's off to the Showcase House for a ""before"" look at the master bath. Architectural elements in the room set the tone for a decidedly ""deco"" feel that Christopher carries through to the final makeover. Christopher visits the Surface Doctor in Signal Hill, CA for a look at how tubs and sinks are resurfaced. In a ""You Did It!"" segment Clara Daughtridge of Statonsburg, NC fulfilled her dream of having a master bedroom/bath suite by turning their two car garage into the master bedroom and the adjoining patio into the bathroom. And finally, Jerry Rosche from Rhodes/America Tuff As Tile shows the basics of resurfacing sinks and tile with a do-it-yourself resurfacing kit called Tub and Tile Finish.
E27Outdoor Living
Oct 31, 2000
You don't need to put on your hiking boots to enjoy the outdoor spaces around your home. Christopher applies his 7 layers of design to decorate outdoor spaces as beautifully as indoor spaces.
E28You Live Where?
Nov 1, 2000
A man's home may be his castle but sometimes they don't look that way. The show's theme is unusual homes — styles that are eclectic, one-of-a-kind, really cool structures. Most of the houses were created by the courageous homeowners themselves.
E29Changing Spaces
Nov 2, 2000
There are lots of ways to transform spaces into something special. Change is good and when lifestyles change, so does the need to accommodate living spaces.
E30Shopping from Home
Nov 3, 2000
The show is devoted to shopping for furniture and accessories through mail order catalogs and from Internet online sources.
E31Finding Your Style
Nov 6, 2000
E32Great Ideas from Public Spaces
Nov 7, 2000
You don't have to check in to check it out. That's the theme of this show that explores getting inspiration for decorating our homes by visiting public spaces like hotels and restaurants.
E33Super Store Chic
Nov 8, 2000
In this episode Christopher proves how home super stores are the perfect resource for creating an inexpensive yet chic interior.
E34CL's 7 Layers of Entertaining Spaces
Nov 9, 2000
Now that you've decorated your house, how about showing it off to your friends. Christopher's 7 Layers of Entertaining is the blueprint to superb entertaining without the angst.
E35Earth, Wind, Water and Light
E36Out of the Closet
Nov 13, 2000
How to organize closet space.
E37A Formal Affair
Nov 14, 2000
E38The Creativity Show
Nov 15, 2000
Christopher will prove to us that everyone is creative, it just takes is little bit of imagination, some inspiration and a little bit of courage. The show will give you ideas that will inspire and motivate you to become personally creative.
E39Industrial Living (1)
Nov 16, 2000
E40Ragged and Regal
Nov 17, 2000
Christopher focuses on incorporating flea market finds into your home, how to make the ragged look regal.
E41Runway Chic
Nov 20, 2000
Christopher's philosophy is, ""If you can put together an ensemble for yourself to wear, then you can put a house together."" This show looks at fashion designers and their influence on home decor.
E42Clutter Free Living
Nov 21, 2000
If your decor is beginning to resemble public storage, Christopher will save the day with innovative ways to reclaim the space and get organized. First, we tag along with Sandra Ateca, a professional organizer as she helps her client transform a bedroom taken over by clutter.
E43The Great Fabric Show
Nov 22, 2000
In this episode, Christopher demonstrates how inexpensively fabric (layers number three and four) can transform and update everything in the home. First, we take a trip to the designer fabric showroom of Stroheim and Romann to discover how to shop without being intimidated. In-studio, Christopher uses swatches to demonstrate the best way to choose upholstered fabrics and accents fabrics. Designer Beverly Murphy, of Beverly Murphy Home displays her bedroom design and showcases her fabric by number technique for home design. Designer Laura Pattynama, displays a breakfast nook and bedroom vignette featuring several unique fabric ideas. Next, she demonstrates how to create a sewing tabletop for making home designs. Then, it's a look back with a Christopher Classic featuring his favorite makeovers with dramatic fabric themes. Next, he demonstrates how to create upholstered panels with fabric swatches and wood as wall art for the home. Artist/designer Yvonne Porcella drops in to demonstrate
E44It's Academic
Nov 23, 2000
E45Popular Demand
Nov 27, 2000
E46Holiday Occasions
E47Grand Entrances (2)
Nov 29, 2000
Christopher shows how to create an entrance that will have the neighbors stopping by just to get a glimpse. The entrance is the first thing guests see when they enter the house. We'll show you how to make it memorable.
E48Quality of Life
Nov 30, 2000
E49Challenged Living
Dec 1, 2000
E50Natural Inspiration
Dec 4, 2000
E51Savvy Sourcing
Dec 5, 2000
In this episode, Christopher demonstrates why discovering the best sources for unusual items for the home can be as much fun as the decorating. First, we go shopping at Blackmen/Cruz Design and meet designer Adam Blackmen for a tour of the unusual and outrageous accessories and furnishings featured in the store. Designer Craig Olsen of Plantation Design, demonstrates how to create ""fusion design"" a technique for combining eclectic accessories into one cohesive design. Next, we visit Eileen Paulin editor of Romantic Homes magazine to take a tour of the home she transformed featuring mix and match fabrics from Waverly fabrics and several savvy sources. Then it's off to Freeway Building Materials, where Christopher shows us how to discover hidden treasures for the home. In-studio he demonstrates how to create a headboard frame featuring wrought iron pieces from Industrial Metal Supply. Set Designer Leslie Erganian drops in and displays a complete tea set and accessories she challenged her
E52Double Duty
Dec 6, 2000
Many rooms furnishings have dual functions. Think of it as multi-tasking for your room. Whether it's a guest room that doubles as a home office or sewing room or a sofa that doubles as a bed for guests, it's all about multiple uses.
E53Family Rooms
Dec 7, 2000
E54Contemporary Living
Dec 8, 2000
E55Use What You've Got
Dec 11, 2000
E56Classic Living / Traditional
Dec 12, 2000
Just like there are classics in literature and music, there are classics in design as well. It's the style we know as traditiona,l and Christopher shows how it can be updated and tweaked while the designs and the lines remain the same.
E57The Sporting Life
Dec 13, 2000
E58Whimsy
Dec 14, 2000
During this episode Christopher shows how we can bring the joy of whimsical design into our homes. First, we visit Patrick McMahon at Cafe La Boheme to take a tour of their colorful wall treatments, mosaics and eclectic furnishings. Next author Fred Albert showcases outrageous dog houses featured in his book ""Barkitecture"". Our ""You Did It"" segment features the story book themed home of Judy Woodsmith who transformed a small run down home into a colorful and eccentric fairy tale cottage. Entertainment expert Deborah Fabricant pulls out all the stops with whimsical tablescape featuring bright silk butterflies, dragonflies and colorful pansy topiaries. Christopher demonstrates how to create a whimsical painted cornice box to update a window. International fashion and furniture designer Patty Shelabarger displays her extravagant and colorful clothing and furniture designs.
E59Enter Laughing
Dec 15, 2000
E60No Room is an Island
Dec 18, 2000
Christopher demonstrates how important furniture placement is to creating the right flow to any room. Instead of pushing all the furniture in the room up against the wall, you can create a more intimate setting by placing clusters of furniture in the center of the room.
E1Unique Digs
Sep 7, 2001
Explore unusual homes and the design dilemmas that come with them.
E2Hi Kitsch
Sep 17, 2001
Learn how to make kitsch work in your home.
E3Bright Ideas
Sep 4, 2001
It's time to turn on your light-love!
E4Color Me Christopher
Jul 6, 2001
Learn how to keep that home office practical and exciting! First, we're off to the Silicon Valley where designer Cindy Furino helps Netflix.com liven up their drab office cubicles. Then, Al Marco from FrameYourArt.com explains how to buy art and frame via his web-site. Next, Christopher takes on the common dilemma of the home office/guest bedroom. Christopher transforms it into an exciting, practical, and comfortable space complete with a day bed and folding writing desk. Back in studio, Christopher shows how to make the clever desk-day bed used in his home office room re-do. Then, Ken Leebow, author of several Internet guide books, stops by for a little Q & A. Finally, Christopher takes some time to answer a little viewer mail.
E5Industrial Living (2)
Learn great industrial ideas.
E6So You're Moving
Sep 6, 2001
E7Transformation
Jul 5, 2001
Want to learn the art of transformation? First, we take a tour of Mosaic Tile Supply in El Monte, CA. Owners Minerva Smith and Steven Baer discuss and demonstrate the art of mosaics and tile making. Back at the house, Annie Sloan demonstrates for Christopher how to create some unusual paint from colored powders, yogurt and eggs. Then, for another demo, Annie shows us how to decoupage mixing bowls into fancy serving dishes. Next, Gary Lord sings the praises of Aqua Finishing Solutions showing how to use their glazes for a textured metallic look. Another demo with Gary follows, this time to create an embossed look with a stencil and Aqua Finishing Solutions. Then Christopher transforms a ceiling with rattan blinds and wood paneling. Finally, stencil artist Jan Dressler demonstrates how to create 3D maps for your walls.
E8Mass Market Magic
Sep 13, 2001
Learn how to make those large chain stores work for your design needs. First, Christopher navigates through Burlington Coat Factory and uses the ""Seven Layers of Design"" to put together a great bedroom. Back at the house, Christopher Lowell Show staffer, Michael Murphy does a show-and-tell of some mass market displays. Michael shows us just how creative one can be with furnishings from Cost Plus, Ikea, and Target. Next, Christopher looks through home design photos and describes how to get similar looks from chain stores. Then CL transforms a bedroom into an Asian inspired space using super-store merchandise. The end result is romantic, ""zen-sational"" space that is very affordable! Back in studio, Christopher shows how to create the faux windows used in the Asian room re-do. For today's You Did It! we visit the Dallas home of Sue Ritzman. Sue had the inspired idea to carry patterns from a single item in a room onto the walls and space around it. Finally, Christopher ends with a little v
E9Sew What
Sep 14, 2001
Learn sewing tricks and cheats.
E10Clutter Cures
Jul 6, 2001
Learn ways to clear out the cutter in your home and life!
E11Size Matters
Sep 19, 2001
E12Seaside Chic
Sep 10, 2001
A favorite Christopher Lowell Show theme: coastal living! To begin today's show, Christopher looks through photos of beach and ocean themed spaces. Then Christopher transforms a guest room into a seaside inspired space. In addition to building a great headboard, Christopher uses furniture from the owner's former beachfront home to help create a real coastal feeling. Back in studio, Christopher shows various color combinations of paint for whimsical and serious seaside themes. Next, Christopher demonstrates how to make the rowboat-like headboard from his guestroom re-do. Coast Living Magazine's Cathy Still Johnson joins Christopher to look through pictures of waterfront homes and discuss what items really bring out that seaside look. Finally, we get a visit from another Coast Living employee. Lacey Howard puts together a couple of beach-inspired tablescapes.
E13Who's the Boss? ... I Am
Sep 20, 2001
Learn how to keep that home office practical and exciting! First, we're off to the Silicon Valley where designer Cindy Furino helps Netflix.com liven up their drab office cubicles. Then, Al Marco from FrameYourArt.com explains how to buy art and frame via his web-site. Next, Christopher takes on the common dilemma of the home office/guest bedroom. Christopher transforms it into an exciting, practical, and comfortable space complete with a day bed and folding writing desk. Back in studio, Christopher shows how to make the clever desk-day bed used in his home office room re-do. Then, Ken Leebow, author of several Internet guide books, stops by for a little Q & A. Finally, Christopher takes some time to answer a little viewer mail.
E14Smell the Roses
Sep 21, 2001
E15Over the Top
Sep 25, 2001
E16This Show Must Remain Open
Sep 26, 2001
E17First, Last, and Security
Sep 28, 2001
E18Second Time Around
Oct 8, 2001
E19An Affair to Remember
Nov 2, 2001
Create spaces that inspire romance in your own home!
E20On the Face of It
Jul 6, 2001
E21Divine Do-Dads
Oct 4, 2001
Today we celebrate those little embellishments that can really make a home. First, Christopher shows how to make your own tassels that are perfect for furniture, lamps, and more. Next, Lisa Morice creates a French vignette that focuses on a variety of fabulous trims. Rob Young from Van Dyke's Restorers visits to demonstrate how to use lin crusta on your walls. Then, Lisa Shepard, author of African Accents, stops by to show us how to make an African inspired coiled-cloth basket. Lisa also puts together a lovely table setting with more African influences. Nima Oberoi follows by bringing in a variety of sleek aluminum objects like dishes, frames and flower vases. Next, Romantic Homes' Kelly Lloyd shows us how to dress-ordinary objects with beads. For today's You Did It! we visit Pamela Czerwin in Oceanside, New York. Pamela loves Christmas and every year puts together elaborate trees with her children. Lastly, Christopher takes some time to read his viewer mail.
E22Primitive Chic
Oct 5, 2001
E23Be Your Own Designer
Oct 15, 2001
Explore your personal style by becoming your own designer. First, Christopher explains his theory of the Seven Psychological Layers that could help set your personal creativity free. Then, Diane Lane, author of the book Yes/No Design discusses her methods for trying to discover your own style. Christopher takes one of Diane's personality tests and the two discuss Christopher's tastes. In a Christopher Classic we re-visit a designer round table session with Harry Segil, Van-Martin Rowe, Francis Schultz, and Alexandra Stoddard. Next, Richard H. Emannele does a show-and-tell of his ironwork and discusses how he makes pieces from clients' designs. Christopher Lowell Show staffer Dana Neillie joins Christopher and Richard to demonstrate that metal work is something that your average person can learn. Together, she and Richard put together an iron mirror frame. Then, it's off to visit the Hawaiian home of stencil large artist Jan Dressler. Jan describes the stenciling techniques used in her
E24Hide and Chic
Jul 5, 2001
E25Vanity Flair
Oct 10, 2001
E26Retro Chic
Oct 19, 2001
E27Born Again
Oct 12, 2001
E28That's Entertaining
Jul 4, 2001
Sensational parties; classy centerpieces; tabletop designs; picnics.
E29Living Outdoors
Oct 16, 2001
E30Mobile Home Makeovers
Oct 17, 2001
E31Spiritual Spaces
Oct 11, 2001
Calming decor; tranquil studio; Asian-inspired items.
E32Christopher: A Day in the Life
Oct 18, 2001
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of ""The Christopher Lowell Show"".
E33It's Only Natural
Oct 29, 2001
Incorporate organic elements into your home with inspiration from today's show. First, soap star Nicholas Walker joins Christopher to discuss how his landscaping company worked with our host to re-do a courtyard and garden. Then, we're off to Washington State where artists George Little and David Lewis created an enchanting garden filled with beautiful plants that are actually made of concrete. Back in studio, Jean-Francois Paccanari gives a lesson in the palm-fiber furniture that his company makes. Next, Kaye Omeroid and Greg Freeman show us how custom carpets can work in conjunction with organic fiber rugs. Christopher follows with a demo of how you can layer organic rugs over not-so-nice carpeting. Then, Christopher shows how to create a padded headboard made from wood and rattan. Next, Sylvie Gil and Christopher review how Bolivar Tile made over the entryway of the Showcase House. Finally, Christopher answers a little viewer mail.
E34Wild & Woolly Windows
Learn some innovative updates and treatments for your windows.
E35Occasional Guest
Oct 24, 2001
E36House Hub
Nov 20, 2001
We explore how to make the most of kitchens and other gathering places of the home.
E37Zen-sational
Nov 5, 2001
Learn how to create a stress-free home environment using Asian influences. First, Christopher looks through photos of rooms from 3 books that have a very meditative feeling. Then, Christopher does a show-and-tell of a few items that can really help create a ""zen-sational"" space. Next, Christopher shows the ""before"" of a Manhattan Beach small, plain bedroom to be transformed into a tranquil guest room. Back in studio, Christopher looks through tapestry and chenille paisley fabrics and discusses how they can be used to bring some calm to your home. Craig Olsen shows how combine various cultures to create a classic Asian-inspired room vignette. Christopher reveals the completed guest bedroom. Back in studio, he then shows how to distress and finish the cornice featured in the room re-do. Finally, Dawn Frankfort-Yun joins Christopher to show how to make candles and various pot-pourri mixtures.
E38Baby Boom
Oct 23, 2001
E39It's Always Something
Oct 31, 2001
Learn how to adapt your home to life's little challenges. First, we visit Susan and her husband who had some major disagreements about how to decorate their new home. Fortunately, designer Michael Buchanan saved the day and their marriage. For today's room makeover, Christopher turns a 10 by 10-foot room into a 50s retro-inspired ""His and Hers"" office space. Shelves and a Plexiglas divider provide privacy and storage. Back in studio, Christopher demonstrates how to make the Prouve shelves used in the previous office re-do. Then, Cliff Levin visits to discuss the need for proper ergonomics and do a show-and-tell of some body-friendly furniture. Next, we're off to Islamarada, Florida for another You Did It! segment. Dana Hope had to create a 100% dust and chemical free home as a result of her environmental allergies. Finally, Christopher wraps things up with some viewer mail.
E40Design Trek: The Next Generation
Oct 25, 2001
In this episode we spotlight some new and upcoming designers. First, we visit the Los Angeles home of lawyer turned designer David Desmond. David shows us how he has exercised his newly found talents in his own apartment. Back in studio, Sherry Payne joins Christopher to discuss how she got interested in interior design and what organizations are out there to help you get started. Then, David Shearer stops by and fills us in on the recent trend toward 1950's American design. David brings by a few new pieces inspired by that era. Michael Buchanan follows with a walk through of a room vignette that he put together at the Christopher Lowell Show house. Michael also takes a moment to tell how he got involved in interior design. For this episode's You Did It!. we see the home of Darlene Tompt in Huntington Beach, California. Darlene took-on her overpowering white walls and transformed her house into a cozy space that she's very proud of. Finally, Bill Newkirk demonstrates how he does his ""w
E41Haute Interiors
Oct 26, 2001
E42Here to Stay
Jul 5, 2001
E43Tropicana
Nov 6, 2001
E44Tenured Good Eyes
Nov 7, 2001
E46Home Focal Points
Jul 4, 2001
E47From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Nov 2, 2001
E48The Art of Being Clever
Jul 6, 2001
E49Outdoor Dynamics For Dummies
Jul 4, 2001
E50Global Warming
Nov 13, 2001
E51Flex Appeal
Nov 9, 2001
E52Seven Layers
Jul 5, 2001
E53Host for the Holidays
Nov 22, 2001
E54You Did It Awards (1)
Nov 14, 2001
The spotlight is on viewers who had the courage to transform their homes and their lives with the first annual ""You Did It"" awards.
E55Entrance Clearly Marked
Jul 4, 2001
This show focuses on the front door. How to get to it and how to get through it.
E56Cinema Chic
Nov 21, 2001
Add a touch of Hollywood style glamour to your home. Now reproducing the famous Dunbar furniture line is the Area Store in Los Angeles. Owner Bil Wilson gives us a guided tour full of classically styled pieces. Author of the book, ""The Last Remaining Seats"", Robert Berger joins Christopher to talk about his study of spectacular old movie houses. A visit to the famous James Oviat building in Los Angeles introduces us to the Cicada Restaurant which features dramatic glass décor. Stephanie Haymes made the most of the original space when she created the restaurant. Another glamour destination is, of course, Las Vegas. The Red Square restaurant in the Mandalay Bay Hotel inspires Christopher to demonstrate how to transform a chandelier into a dramatic fixture with fabric cascading from the ceiling down to the dining room table. Dragonette Decorative Arts celebrates the best of mid-century style. Owner Patrick Dragonette explains how the work of movie designers inspired the look of this perio
E57Best of Pampering Spaces
Nov 15, 2001
This show is devoted to revisiting one of the most popular themes: ways to pamper ourselves.
E58Best of Savvy Surfaces
Nov 19, 2001
This show features surface ideas from the past, along with new savvy suggestions.
E59Best of One Room Wonders
Nov 26, 2001
Revisit your favorite ""One Room Wonders"" from the past.
E60Best of Special Occasions
Nov 28, 2001
In-home entertaining tops the list of requests for this collection of Christopher's classic special occasions.
E1Outrageous Living: Outlandish Styles
Jul 15, 2002
We're going to extremes. Extremes of décor, that is. It's about opening your mind to new creative experiences.
E2Industrial Magic
Jul 16, 2002
Explore industrial design in the home space. This show debunks the myth that industrial design is cold and sterile.
E3You Did It Awards (2)
Jul 17, 2002
It's all about celebrating the viewer for the Second Annual ""You Did It!"" Awards. The show rewards the talent and creativity of viewers who were inspired enough by the show to make changes in their homes and lives.
E4Potpourri
Jul 18, 2002
It's a potpourri of different design ideas in this show. All the segments were ones Christopher loved, but didn't fit into one of the more traditionally themed shows.
E5Shifting Into Neutral: Road Show Clips
Jul 19, 2002
It's Christopher's Seven Layers of Design, with a twist: This time it's about redoing the layers with the furniture and accessories that you already have. Christopher starts with a room furnished with a hodgepodge of mismatched furniture, old upholstery, various accessories, framed pictures hung haphazardly, etc.
E6Unique Digs/Rooms
Jul 22, 2002
Explore unusual living spaces, those one of a kind homes that don't look like homes, across the United States.
E8A River Runs Through It
Jul 24, 2002
It's all about re-arranging furniture to make the most out of our floor plans, maximize versatility, comfort and style in rooms.
E9Primal Schemes: Rustic/Regal
Jul 25, 2002
Go ape and follow your primal instincts. It's decorating back to the basics.
E10Monochromatic
Jul 26, 2002
Explore all aspects and styles of monochromatic design. It's all about color and how a variation on a subtle palette of simple color provides a textural layering of hue compatible shades in a single theme setting.
E11Big Little Spaces
Jul 29, 2002
Explore big ideas for small spaces. Small spaces can present big challenges, but as Christopher tells us, we need to use ""the less is more"" principle.
E12Country Reinterpreted
Jul 30, 2002
Explore country design that's sophisticated, not rural. Christopher explains that the country look is less bumpkin and more updated, fresher, newer and global.
E13Casting Couch: Layer 3
Jul 31, 2002
Explore upholstered furniture — Layer #3 of Christopher's Seven Layers of Design. Remember, upholstered furniture includes anything you can sit down on. These are the pieces that define our rooms and allow you to linger.
E14Bodacious Bidets: Bathrooms
Aug 1, 2002
Today, we skip to the loo. It's all about great bathroom design, transforming your water closet from a functional space to a spa.
E15Out on a Whim
Aug 2, 2002
Explore fanciful interiors with just a touch of whimsy.
E16Eclectic Design
Aug 5, 2002
Explore new creative elements. No cookie cutter designs here.
E17The Whole 9 Yards: Layer 4: Accent Fabric
Aug 6, 2002
It's all about accent fabrics, Layer #4 of Christopher's Seven Layers of Design. Since fabric can transform the mood of rooms and how you feel about them, this show is all about learning how to utilize them.
E18Zen Master Christopher
Aug 7, 2002
It's all about restoring peace and calm to home décor and creating areas that inspire stress-free living.
E19Guest Stars: Guest Bedrooms
Aug 8, 2002
It's all about taking the stress out of visits by guests.
E20The Time Machine: Retro
Aug 9, 2002
It's all about digging up the past and throwing it into the future. That is, retro classics celebrating the past with designs that transcend time.
E21Indoor Alfresco
Aug 12, 2002
How do you create harmonious homes from the outside in? Christopher shows us how, by bringing the spirit of the outdoors in.
E22Over the Rainbow
Aug 13, 2002
Explore color and its power to transform the mood and style of our rooms.
E23Bachelor Pad
Aug 14, 2002
Explore interiors with a masculine touch.
E24Dreamscape
Aug 15, 2002
It's all about giving yourself permission to dream, discovering your inner self, and creating a physical environment that reflects those beliefs.
E25Guilty Pleasures: Smell the Rose
Aug 16, 2002
It's all about extravagance and indulgence.
E26Walk Into the Light
Aug 19, 2002
It's all about Layer Seven of Christopher's Seven Layers of Design. That is, plants and lighting and how they make a great tag team to create shadow and texture for our rooms.
E27Lofty Living
Aug 20, 2002
Explore living in a loft and face the design challenges in dividing up the space.
E28Enduring Traditions
Aug 21, 2002
Explore timeless design.
E29Thanks For Sharing
Aug 22, 2002
It's all about learning to share spaces, whether you're a spouse, a sibling, or a roommate. It's also learning to combine both masculine and feminine elements.
E30Horse Sense: Layer 5: Non-Upholstered Furniture
Aug 23, 2002
Explore the workhorses of home furnishing: non-upholstored furniture, the fifth layer of Christopher's Seven Layers of Design.
E31Partee Show
Aug 26, 2002
It's all about entertaining and opening your home to family and friends.
E32Sleight of Hand: Art of Disguise
Aug 27, 2002
Learn a few tricks at home to disguise problems around the house. It's about using what you have to transform things in your home that you're not quite happy with.
E33Old World Techniques
Aug 28, 2002
It's all about embracing the rich traditions of old world design.
E34Wizard of Odds and Ends
Aug 29, 2002
If flea market shopping is up your alley, this is the episode for you. It's all about creating cozy lived-in interiors by turning trash into treasures.
E35Living Design/Eco: Environmental Consciousness
Aug 30, 2002
It's all about eco-friendly design!
E36Sixth Sense
Sep 3, 2002
It's Layer Six of Christopher's Seven Layers of Design, all about accessories.
E37I Do. I Do.: Entertaining Budgets
Sep 4, 2002
How do you make your wedding day a day to remember forever? Christopher has some great ideas. It's all about the joy of marriage and taking the stress away.
E38Double Duty Rooms
Sep 5, 2002
It's all about making the most out of every available space, and making your spaces work overtime.
E39Around the World in 80 Days
Sep 6, 2002
Explore design ideas from around the world.
E40Transformation: Creativity
Sep 9, 2002
It's about raising your creative awareness, putting aside fears, and embracing the creative process.
E41Who Knew?: The Art of Being Clever
Sep 10, 2002
It's time to be clever with materials and furniture, working with what you've got and recognizing the potential in something.
E42Calm-adations
Sep 12, 2002
It's all about the fine art of relaxing, letting go of stress and creating a sense of calm and tranquility.
E43Maximized Spaces: Utility Rooms, Attics, Basements
Sep 13, 2002
How to maximize your attic, basement, and garage.
E44Cinema Magic
Sep 30, 2002
It's all about bringing the magic and glamour of Hollywood influence into your home.
E45First Impressions
Oct 1, 2002
It's all about entryways to your home and how they create a first impression.
E46Touchy Feely
Oct 2, 2002
It's all about textures and surfaces.
E47Greatest Room on Earth
Oct 3, 2002
It's all about seeing the world through a child's eyes as you decorate a child's room.
E48Shore Chic
Oct 4, 2002
Explore coastal living. It's all about bringing calm into your home using shore chic.
E49The Seven Layers
Oct 7, 2002
It's decorating made easy by doing it one layer at a time. Christopher breaks down the decorating process into manageable steps.
E50Slumberjack
Oct 8, 2002
Explore ways to theme a bedroom using color, transparency and textured fabric. Christopher creates a wonderful bedroom out of an awkward space by finding exactly where to place the bed.
E51Someone's in the Kitchen
Oct 9, 2002
Cook up some great ideas for your kitchen.
E52Pretty in Paint
Oct 10, 2002
Learn about layers one and two of Christopher's Seven Layers of Design. It's paint, architecture and flooring and how they provide the backdrop for everything in your home.
E53Ferris Bueller's Day Off (Home Office)
Oct 11, 2002
Those who work at home will appreciate these new design approaches for your home office.
E54Holiday Show
Dec 18, 2002
Decorating with garland; matching Christmas tree colors with a home's interior; candlesticks; a woman with one million ornaments.
E1Bodacious Bedrooms
May 5, 2003
We're exploring bedrooms with wake-up style!
E2Mars vs. Venus (2)
May 6, 2003
Men and women approach the world from different points of view and their ideas about home design are often as different as interior and exterior.
E3Women With Tools
May 7, 2003
Following in the footsteps of Rosie the Riveter, we show that a woman wearing a tool belt is the height of fashion.
E4Coming Clean
May 8, 2003
Christopher sweeps away the myths about cleaning in this show.
E5Sex and the City
May 9, 2003
This show is about finding whatever you need to unlock your personal creativity. If your spirit is soaring, your home will reflect the joy you feel.
E6Six Feet Under
May 12, 2003
This show focuses on preparation for the hereafter.
E7Bath and Beyond
May 13, 2003
We're talking about master baths that go beyond the ordinary, new trends in bathroom fixtures and a ""Design Doctor"" bathroom makeover extraordinaire.
E8Junk to Jewel
May 14, 2003
How to take decorative diamonds in the rough from flea markets and antique shops and turn them into polished jewels.
E9Inside Out
May 15, 2003
It's all about using interior design to make outdoor spaces as beautiful and inviting as indoor rooms.
E10Living For Less
May 16, 2003
Good design used to be expensive but not anymore. We show ways to acquire good design without breaking the bank.
E11Do-Gooders
May 19, 2003
We salute people from all over America who are changing the world for the better.
E12Life Changes
May 20, 2003
We show how design can play an integral part of your recovery from life changes such as the loss of a loved one.
E13Temporary Living
May 21, 2003
We take a look at ways to make temporary living space seem like your permanent home.
E14Warm and Fuzzy Office
May 22, 2003
If you work out of a home office, here's how to maximize the space and make it feel homey as well.
E15Mother of Invention
May 23, 2003
We celebrate the spirit of creativity by meeting some of the most inventive people in America.
E16Small Places
May 26, 2003
Small can be beautiful when you design for small places.
E17From Here to Maternity
May 27, 2003
We'll show you how to re-do your child's room but we still haven't figured out how to keep it clean.
E18Details! Details!
May 28, 2003
Design is in the details, and details are what bring a room to life. This show is about how to choose the right accessories for your home.
E19Cool Quizine
May 29, 2003
If you can't stand the heat, at least have a cool looking kitchen! We're looking at the coolest looking kitchens and coolest kitchen accessories.
E20Best in Show
May 30, 2003
We're going to the dogs in a program about pets and pet accessories.
E21Detox
Jun 2, 2003
We're taking a look at ways of making your home serene and healthy.
E22Fear Factor
Jun 3, 2003
Learn to face your design phobias and overcome your fears about decorating your home.
E23Decadent Dining
Jun 4, 2003
There are times when you entertain a guest when you want to go overboard. Decadent dining will show you how!
E24Heart to Home
Jun 5, 2003
How your personal identity and ethnic heritage can influence and reflect your interior style.
E25I Do! I Think
Jun 6, 2003
Planning a wedding can make anyone have cold feet but on today's show we find ways to make your wedding an event that you can enjoy.
E26Extreme Entertaining
Jun 9, 2003
Explore over-the-top entertaining ideas. Everything from plants that look like animals to edible bugs!
E27It's Just Color
Jun 10, 2003
Are you intimidated about choosing a color? On this show you'll learn to be brave when it comes to color.
E28Hollywood Babylon
Jun 11, 2003
Today's show is about giving your house some Hollywood glamour!
E29Marvey Mod
Jun 12, 2003
Explore the groovy retro style of the 1960s and 1970s.
E30Fashion Future
Jun 13, 2003
Fashion design and designers are increasingly influencing interior design.
E31Size Doesn't Matter
Jun 16, 2003
Don't overlook the small spaces in your home. We show you some big ideas for your small rooms.
E32Follow Your Dreams
Jun 17, 2003
We'll inspire you to follow your dreams by meeting a group of people who have followed theirs.
E33Animal House
Jun 18, 2003
The theme of today's show is temporary living, with an emphasis on college life and first apartments.
E34Home Honchos
Jun 19, 2003
More of us are working from our home, either full or part time, and today's show will help you create a functional and stylish home office.
E35You Gotta Be Kidding
Jun 20, 2003
Today's show features over-the-top decorating ideas.
E36Go Global
Jun 23, 2003
We go around the world for the flavor of different decorating styles.
E37Soprano Decorating
Jun 24, 2003
We'll make you an offer you can't refuse — a show about Italian design.
E38Becoming a Designer
Jun 25, 2003
Have you ever wanted to become an interior designer? On this show, we'll answer some of your questions.
E397 Layers Al Fresco
Jun 26, 2003
A complete show that will take you through the Seven Layers of Design. But this time we take you outdoors to do some exterior decorating.
E40Easy Entertaining
Jun 27, 2003
Do you drive yourself crazy planning a party? Well, slow down. Today's show is all about ""easy entertaining.""
E41It's a Shore Thing
Jun 30, 2003
Whether you live by the ocean or just wish you did, this show will bring the seashore to your interiors.
E42Cook This
Jul 1, 2003
Today's show features easy ways to make great meals and entertain without the hassle.
E43Common Area
Jul 2, 2003
You don't have to check in to check out great interior design ideas from public spaces such as hotels.
E44Romance in the Air
Jul 3, 2003
Good interior design can enhance a relationship. On today's show, we'll show you how to keep your home and your relationship together.
E45Do It Yourself (a.k.a. How-to TV)
Jul 4, 2003
Today's show explores the amazingly popular phenomenon of ""how-to TV.""
E46Do-Gooders (2)
Jul 7, 2003
E47Hello There, Pilgrim
Jul 8, 2003
E48Another Day in the Life
Jul 9, 2003
E49Weekend V.I.P.
Jul 10, 2003
E50Open Mic Friday
Jul 11, 2003
E51And We're Walking
Jul 14, 2003
E52Take Out Decor
Jul 15, 2003
E53Just Because
Jul 16, 2003
E54Best of Glass House
Jul 17, 2003
E55Best of Design Doctor
Jul 18, 2003