Trading Spaces
Trading Spaces

Trading Spaces

2019TV ShowReturning Series11 SeasonsEnglish

Trading Spaces was an hour-long American television reality program that aired from 2000 to 2008 on the cable channels TLC and Discovery Home. The format of the show was based on the BBC TV series Changing Rooms. The show ran for eight seasons.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Director: Various DirectorsGenres: Reality Television, Home Renovation

Plot Summary

Trading Spaces is a reality television series where two sets of neighbors or friends trade homes for a weekend and renovate one room in each other's houses. With the help of designers and carpenters, each team must complete their design project within a strict budget and timeframe, often leading to dramatic reveals.

Critical Reception

The 2019 revival of Trading Spaces was met with mixed to positive reviews, generally appealing to nostalgic fans of the original series while introducing the format to a new audience. Critics often cited the familiar comfort of the show's premise and the engaging personalities of the cast, though some noted that the challenges and reveals sometimes lacked the impact of the original run.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its nostalgic appeal and familiar, comforting format.
  • The cast chemistry and the dramatic reveals were often highlighted as strengths.
  • Some critics found the renovations and challenges less innovative than the original series.

Google audience: Audience reception for the 2019 revival was generally positive, with many viewers expressing excitement for the return of the beloved show. Fans appreciated the core concept of neighbors trading spaces and the emotional reveals, often commenting on the show's ability to bring back fond memories.

Awards & Accolades

None notable for the 2019 revival.

Fun Fact

The original run of Trading Spaces, which aired from 2000 to 2008, was a massive hit for TLC, significantly boosting the popularity of home renovation reality television.

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