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More Details About HGTV's Fall 2008 Programming
Posted on Thursday, August 21, 2008 - 05:58 PM
In early june, Canwest revealed information about fall programming of its specialty channels. Today, we give more details about the new and returning programming as well as premiere dates (when available). ALL NEW CANADIAN SERIES Income Property (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Mondays at 10pm ET/PT beginning September 29 Scott McGillivray helps first time homebuyers turn their expensive new investment into an instant money-maker. Each week, Scott offers suggestions on how to turn a portion of a home (from the basement, a room or a third floor) into a rental property to generate income. From the initial blueprints to addressing the concerns of the homeowners, viewers will learn valuable tips on how to turn extra space into extra money. Pure Design (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Tuesdays at 8pm ET / 10pm PT beginning September 30 For style that's clean, fresh, liveable and gorgeous, turn to HGTV's brand new show, Pure Design. Host and designer Samantha Pynn transforms everyday rooms into sustainable living spaces using inspiring, accessible ideas and her uniquely hands-on, practical approach. Pure Design is all about refreshing design that truly enhances the way we want to live today. Mansions (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Wednesdays at 8pm ET / 9pm PT beginning October 1 Paul Miklas builds mansions – and lots of them! This new series follows Paul over the course of one year as he designs, builds and sells mansions. Imagine a home with ten bedrooms and 20 bathrooms and then imagine how many trades people it takes to build a home that big. Witness the highs and lows of what it takes to please the rich and the very rich. Home to Flip (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Thursdays at 10pm ET / 7pm PT beginning October 2 This series features popular HGTV personality Peter Fallico doing what he does best: buying a fixer-upper house and flipping it for profit. Over the 13 episodes, viewers will gain popular advice such as how to renovate on a budget, deign on a dime and style for less so that you can resell for a larger profit. The series offers Peter’s signature how-to projects and great ideas for new homeowners, flipping wannabees or reno-junkies. RETURNING SERIES Property Virgins, Season Three (13x30) World Broadcast Premiere Mondays at 9pm ET/PT beginning September 29 Hosted by property guru Sandra Rinomato, Property Virgins, now in its third season, chronicles the intense, roller-coaster journey of first-time buyers as they prepare to dive into the real estate market. Along the way, it offers them a number of targeted home-tours, lots of free coaching, and a chance to find their dream home. Although not every episode ends in a sale, these property virgins certainly get their feet wet and learn to tailor their dream home visions to fit the market and their budget. Marriage Under Construction, Season Two (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Mondays at 9:30pm ET/PT beginning September 29 Gillian and Ed after two years of marriage are finally looking to move out of their small, cluttered condo and into their first home with a yard. Gillian, a type-A personality once camped out on a sidewalk to be one of the first in line to purchase a below market price condo and is now studying for her real estate license. Although Ed is quieter in that strong silent guy way he too likes taking risks. When he isn’t working at his tool and dye job he gets his adrenalin rush through professional gambling. The risk taking and passion for real estate is what unites them in finding a fixer upper that Ed can try his handyman skills on and Gillian can help with the design. Gillian has decided that a budget of 300,000 will find them a home and Ed is along for the ride. The Style Dept., Season Three (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Tuesdays at 8:30pm ET / 9:30pm PT beginning September 30 The Style Dept. is an all access pass to achieve the best look for your own home from one of this country’s leading design experts, WISH magazine design editor Suzanne Dimma. Throughout each episode this season, the viewers get a real insider's look on how the design makeovers that adorn the pages of their favourite magazines are really done, and will come away with great decorating tips that they can use in their own home. Sarah’s House, Season Two (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Tuesdays at 9pm ET/PT beginning September 30 Sarah’s House Season 2, takes to the suburbs and over 13 episodes, designer and host Sarah Richardson transforms a typical back-split home from drab to dramatic with her usual flare. It’s nail-biting drama, practical do-it-right know-how and inspiring ideas all rolled into one exciting series. Sarah demystifies the entire renovation and design process, balancing wants and needs, headaches and sweat equity to help you create the home you’re after. At the very end Sarah learns how much her Herculean efforts reflect in the home’s new value, and if it is indeed the best reno on the block. Colin & Justin’s Home Heist, Season Two (26x60min) World Broadcast Premiere Tuesdays at 10pm ET/11pm PT beginning September 30 Hold on to your knickers! After causing a sensation with their first season, Britain’s most outrageous decorating duo is back for more! Featuring the magnificent makeover mavens themselves, and offering more drama and excitement than ever, Colin & Justin’s Home Heist is determined to overhaul the country’s tackiest interiors... And bring good taste and design to Canadians clear across the country. From boring bedrooms and calamitous kitchens; to delinquent dens and dreary dining rooms, join Colin and Justin as they seek out the worst offenders, take their properties hostage, and perform breathtaking makeovers in days. Disaster DIY, Season Three (6x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Thursdays at 9:30pm ET/PT Disaster DIY is the exciting HGTV series featuring do-it-yourselfers who have failed at their own home renovations and are in desperate need of some on the job training. Host and contractor, Bryan Baeumler arrives to save the family from a reno disaster and teach the DIY-er how to fix their own mess. With his rapier wit and humorous brand of tough love, Bryan shows the DIY-er their mistakes, and then teaches the safe and proper way to fix them. Family and friends are their along the way to comment, watch, and join in as Bryan takes the DIY-er from a handyman disaster to a hero. Real Renos (13x30min) World Broadcast Premiere Thursdays at 10:30 pm ET/PT beginning October 2 He’s back! Yes, Jim Caruk, the Harley-Davidson riding contractor is back by popular demand for more Real Renos. From demolition to rebuild, viewers will follow Jim and his cast of characters work through various projects. What’s different this season? The houses are bigger and better and so are the clients’ demands! Note: Please visit HGTV's page on falltvpreview.com for more information about this channel's upcoming fall schedule.
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