Mika Kleinschmidt

Each team tries to add the most value to their respective kitchens and dining rooms; Chopped's Ted Allen tests their mettle with a design twist, while HGTV's Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae Young judge.

The teams head outside because it's all about exteriors and landscaping on this episode. Each designer knows the importance of curb appeal, and this challenge could be the difference between winning and losing the whole competition.

When designing 130m2 of unfinished space, two teams make big, expensive moves; a heavy metal band stops by for a Design Challenge.

After six weeks, a winner gets crowned, a street sign gets named and bragging rights get claimed in the finale; experts appraise the houses and the teams finally tour each other's beautiful work.

The teams get down and dirty when they head upstairs to renovate the main bedroom and bath; Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson come to blind judge.

The competition continues in week two as the teams tackle the first floor living spaces.