Four Houses

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  • 2012
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.3  (11)

Four Houses is a reality tv show from TLC that premiered in 2012. The show features four strangers who compete to see whose house is the best. Dan Schachner is the host who guides the contestants through the competition, with the assistance of judges Brian Zinda and Dhonna Harris Goodale.

Each episode features four homeowners who open their homes to the other contestants for a day, allowing them to judge and critique the design, decor, and overall ambiance of the home. The contestants then rate the houses based on different criteria, such as cleanliness, hospitality, entertainment value, and overall aesthetic appeal. The scores are tallied up, and the winner is revealed at the end of the episode.

The contestants come from a variety of backgrounds and living situations, from working professionals to empty nesters to stay-at-home parents. The diversity of the contestants ensures a wide range of homes and design styles, making each episode unique and interesting to watch.

Throughout the show, the contestants not only rate each other's homes but also have the opportunity to share their own design philosophies and home improvement tips with each other. Viewers can learn a lot from these tips and tricks and apply them to their own homes.

One unique aspect of the show is that the contestants themselves are responsible for judging each other's homes, rather than a panel of expert judges. This means that the contestants must put aside their biases and personal preferences and rate the homes objectively based on the established criteria. This makes for an interesting dynamic, as the contestants must learn to put themselves in someone else's shoes and appreciate design styles that may differ from their own.

Another interesting aspect of the show is that the homeowners must be present while their homes are being judged. This adds to the tension and drama of the show, as the homeowners must sit back and watch as their homes are critiqued by strangers. It also allows for some humorous and awkward moments as contestants try to be polite while still being honest about their opinions.

Overall, Four Houses is an entertaining and educational show that offers a unique perspective on home design and improvement. By showcasing a variety of homes and design styles, the show offers viewers plenty of inspiration and ideas for their own homes. Additionally, the competition aspect of the show keeps things exciting and engaging, while also promoting camaraderie and good sportsmanship among the contestants. If you're a fan of reality tv shows or home design, Four Houses is definitely worth checking out.

Four Houses is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (20 episodes). The series first aired on December 11, 2012.

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Home For The Holidays
12. Home For The Holidays
December 16, 2015
In this very merry episode, Los Angeles becomes a winter wonderland for homeowners spreading holiday cheer. David puts his California ranch up against Marcy's bay-front home, Andrew's Spanish colonial and Tanja's Tuscan villa.
Tricks and Treats
11. Tricks and Treats
October 28, 2013
Will it be all tricks or treats when you open the doors of four New Jersey homeowners on this special Halloween episode? Julia puts her haunted Victorian up against Adriane's house of horrors, Marc's French Tudor funeral or Dolores's Townhouse of souls.
...and a Chamber Pot
10. ...and a Chamber Pot
August 10, 2013
- In New York City, entrepreneur Cindy's chic apartment goes up against real estate broker, Michel's converted church, tech entrepreneur Kathy's loft and prop stylist Reno's Victorian brownstone.
...and a Teepee
9. ...and a Teepee
August 3, 2013
In Los Angeles, bar owner Brian's contemporary converted warehouse takes on real estate agent Debbie's recycled tribal ranch, preacher Catherine's cozy modern classic home and artist Rhonda's ultra-minimalistic house.
...and a Bowling Alley
8. ...and a Bowling Alley
July 27, 2013
In Las Vegas, architect Jon puts his contemporary desert home up against real estate agent Debbie's colorful Mediterranean, visual manager Rebecca's eclectic home and realtor Ken's Andalusian dream house.
...and a Water Tower
7. ...and a Water Tower
July 20, 2013
In Los Angeles, hairstylist Janelle puts her landmark water tower home up against designer Mark's modern cube house, basketball wife Juliannah's super-sized Mediterranean estate, and tile artist Louise's mosaic masterpiece.
...and a Teapot
6. ...and a Teapot
July 13, 2013
Homes in New Jersey include a western-theme mountain lodge; a French country colonial; a princess manor; and a contemporary home.
...and a Hot Pink Bedroom
5. ...and a Hot Pink Bedroom
July 1, 2013
Homes in Georgia include an IT consultant's modern colonial; a real-estate investor's high-rise condo; a stay-at-home mom's town house; and a wellness coach's 1960s-theme pad.
...and a Magician
4. ...and a Magician
June 24, 2013
In Las Vegas, Magician Murray puts his cozy "nest" home up against Mrs. Nevada America Kristie's Tuscan styled villa, Pro Poker Player Doralee's desert-chic home and Leise's modern-contemporary house.
..and a Mediterranean Face-Off
3. ..and a Mediterranean Face-Off
April 27, 2013
It's a Mediterranean showdown in South Florida! Home-builder Brian's Mega-Terranean mansion faces off with stay-at-home mom Jessica's airy ocean-front oasis, chef Dawn's Italian inspired villa and hotel entrepreneur Christian's high-tech estate.
...and a Swing
2. ...and a Swing
April 20, 2013
In Colorado, stay-at-home mom Karla puts her feminine Arts & Crafts home up against rancher Gary's taxidermy-filled log cabin, real estate investor Liza's modern townhouse, and antique shop owner, Judi's eclectic one-of-a-kind home.
...and a Sock Monkey
1. ...and a Sock Monkey
April 20, 2013
In Atanta, Georgia, aircraft mechanic Lorraine, puts her Mardi Gras decor up against CEO Sheila's French country mansion, real estate agent Deb's modern sanctuary, and interior designer Patt's colonial, stuffed with sock puppets.
Home for the Holidays
0. Home for the Holidays
December 7, 2013
Holiday decorations on houses in Los Angeles feature a florist's California ranch; a math coach's home on a bay; a CEO's Spanish colonial; and a stay-at-home mom's Tuscan villa.
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Where to Watch Four Houses
Four Houses is available for streaming on the TLC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Four Houses on demand at Discovery+, Amazon Prime, Amazon, Vudu, TLC, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    December 11, 2012
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (11)