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Winter will be setting in soon, and everyone knows what fits chilly weather — hot drinks, fluffy blankets and Netflix binges. If you love a good design challenge or home renovation, you’re in luck. You can find tons of home improvement shows on Netflix to satisfy your fancy.
Slide on your coziest socks and prepare a bowl of tasty treats. Discover nine home improvement shows that are perfect for marathons.
The Great Interior Design Challenge
This British show, which began in 2014, displays interior designers working against time — and each other — to create ideal rooms for clients. Each episode features three interior designers striving to produce a homeowner’s desires, plus witty hosts who judge their work. Only one can be the final winner and compete on subsequent episodes.
Stay Here
Stay Here is a home improvement show that began in 2018. It features designer Genevieve Gorder and real estate professional Pete Lorimer as they teach short-term rental owners how to attract guests. Each episode transforms a struggling rental into a vacationer’s paradise. In the first season alone, they took on eight properties, including locations in Palm Springs, Seattle, New York and California.
The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes
Hosted by architect Piers Taylor and actress Caroline Quentin since 2017, this program delves into the most awe-inspiring houses in the world. Pretty self-explanatory, right? Explore breathtaking homes in India, Japan, Norway and more. With properties this lavish, you’ll find yourself itching to save up for a mansion of your own.
Tiny House Nation
On Tiny House Nation, hosts John Weisbarth and Zack Giffin create small homes for families who want to downsize. This 2019 show reveals the joys and challenges of accommodating a small space. What if you want to own a tiny house, but your spouse refuses to part with their dachshund figurine collection. You’ll find the answer to questions like this — and more — in this program.
Fix It & Finish It
This home improvement show from 2014 features Antonio Sabato Jr completing renovation projects within 24 hours. Fix It & Finish It is perfect for those who prefer homebuilding shows with a sentimental element. Many homeowners cheer over surprise renovations, while others express gratitude for the team’s skills and efficiency. Entertainment that draws you in and tugs at your heartstrings — does it get any better?
Amazing Interiors
Amazing Interiors, which began airing in 2018, offers a look at the most eccentric homes you’ve ever witnessed. You’ll find a collection of wonders in every residence — houses resembling circuses, auto shops, dollhouses and spooky mansions. You’ll discover how limitless interior design can be, and who knows? You might find inspiration for your next dwelling place.
Grand Designs
Grand Designs is one of the longest-running property shows in the UK. It follows the massive plans of homeowners who want to liven up their properties or build from scratch. Writer Kevin McCloud hosts this home improvement show, which premiered back in 1999. You’re bound to feel inspired after watching people create their dream homes with patience, hard work and a lot of determination.
Tidying Up With Marie Kondo
This Netflix home improvement show has become a worldwide favorite after its 2019 release. Watch as tidying expert Marie Kondo helps families introduce new storage solutions, remove old clutter and spark joy with cleaner, happier spaces. Kondo claims that you won’t miss the items you don’t need after you downsize. Try it for yourself and see how it transforms your home.
Selling Sunset
If you love Hollywood-esque drama and homes way out of your price range, this one’s for you. Selling Sunset, introduced in 2019, shows the lives of real estate brokers from The Oppenheim Group as they sell houses to wealthy buyers. Things change when a newcomer joins the agency — tensions buzz and friendships crumble. Who knew selling houses could be this intense?
Peek Into the World of Homeowning With Netflix
Which titles appeal to you? Create a list of your must-watch shows and enjoy the rollercoaster lifestyles of those in home improvement. These shows will make you appreciate the simplicity of your abode while stowing away ideas for future plans.
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Rose is the managing editor of Renovated and freelance writer with over 5 years of experience.
She's most interested in researching topics on sustainable construction, such as new technologies and innovations in the built environment. She also loves sharing home projects and inspiration for the most novice of DIY-ers, values she developed growing up in a family of contractors.
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