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The mother-daughter team of Vicki Payne and Sloan Payne-Rutter share the latest trends, creative tips and useful products for home decorating, remodeling and gardening. With the help of guests' how-to expertise, Vicki and Sloan tackle a range of projects. This season, Vicki and Sloan explore simple and affordable ways to make homes, gardens and everyday activities more eco-friendly.

Take the Tour

26m 46s

It’s almost a wrap on this season’s Dream Home, but first Vicki and Sloan share some behind the scene looks at this season’s project, the 5K Race for the Cure and the Bubble Ball, a black tie event that marked the official opening of the Dream Home.

Episodes

  • Take the Tour: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Take the Tour

    S25 E2513 - 26m 46s

    It’s almost a wrap on this season’s Dream Home, but first Vicki and Sloan share some behind the scene looks at this season’s project, the 5K Race for the Cure and the Bubble Ball, a black tie event that marked the official opening of the Dream Home.

  • Working in Style: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Working in Style

    S25 E2512 - 26m 49s

    The workspaces of the home get their fair share of attention as Vicki and Sloan show you how to create a handy workshop in the garage and organize the mudroom and laundry area. They also share tips on setting up a computer center for the entire family.

  • Don't Forget the Yard: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Don't Forget the Yard

    S25 E2511 - 26m 49s

    Since the outside matters as much as the inside, Vicki and Sloan share their garden designs and vision. They get expert advice to keep the landscape environmentally friendly, personal and low maintenance.

  • Grand Entrances: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Grand Entrances

    S25 E2510 - 26m 49s

    Grand style greets visitors as Vicki and Sloan furnish the foyer and living room in pink, brown and cream tones. Decorative glass sconces and deep, plush rugs create an elegant and inviting ambiance for the more formal areas of the Dream Home.

  • Music and Little Black Dresses: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Music and Little Black Dresses

    S25 E2509 - 26m 49s

    Inspired by original black and white paintings of little black dresses and a baby grand piano, Vicki and Sloan decorate the music salon and create a warm and welcoming formal dining room that sets the perfect stage for mellow music and entertaining.

  • Keeping the Family Close: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Keeping the Family Close

    S25 E2508 - 26m 49s

    Home is where the heart is and the heart of the home is where the family is—a cheery area featuring a keeping room, casual dining area and kitchen. Working with buttery colors and durable fabrics, Vicki and Sloan put an elegant spin on this multipurpose space.

  • Owner's Retreat: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Owner's Retreat

    S25 E2507 - 26m 49s

    The master suite gets a mellow wash of creamy fabrics, leathers and tiles as Vicki and Sloan create the perfect spa retreat for today’s busy homeowners. Walk through showers, a deep soaking tub, ample closets, down filled bedding and soft rugs will make you exclaim, “I have to have that room!”

  • Outdoor Living: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Outdoor Living

    S25 E2506 - 26m 49s

    Landscaping, gardening and the environment get their due as Vicki and Sloan decorate two outdoor porches, plant stunning container gardens, preserve the lot’s trees and natural areas with expert advice from master gardeners.

  • Media Chic: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Media Chic

    S25 E2505 - 26m 49s

    Entertainment comes in many forms at this Dream Home. Vicki and Sloan create a space where family members can watch TV, hone musical skills, work on computers or just enjoy each other’s company.

  • Project Runway: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Project Runway

    S25 E2504 - 26m 49s

    The fashion world’s popular reality series inspires this teen’s bedroom as Vicki and Sloan select bold pink and orange toned designer fabrics to decorate a room that includes a sewing and fashion design area.

  • Be Our Guest: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Be Our Guest

    S25 E2503 - 26m 50s

    The focus turns to the guest suite as Vicki and Sloan create a relaxing and inviting space. Bright splashes of orange and gold lighten up a natural milieu.

  • A Space of His Own: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Space of His Own

    S25 E2502 - 26m 49s

    The teenage boy’s room gets the designers’ touch first. Working with cream, black and brown hues, Vicki and Sloan add a gaming center and study space to this uniquely shaped room.

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