Home Takeover with Simon & Tomas

Home Takeover with Simon & Tomas is a unique television series that aired in 2011 from the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). As an invigorating mix of reality TV, home makeover, and lifestyle enhancement, this innovative and engrossing series provided entertainment and practical inspirations for viewers all over the world.

At its heart, Home Takeover with Simon & Tomas is all about transforming homes from ordinary to extraordinary with the help of two charismatic Swedish designers – Simon Davies and Tomas Cederlund. Both Simon and Tomas are world-renowned interior design experts, known for their distinguished taste, bold creativity and quirky yet functional design aesthetics that pull inspiration from both Scandinavian influences and global styles. Known for their infectious personalities and exceptional sartorial choices, the pair have been dominant personalities in the design world before venturing onto the screen.

Each episode of Home Takeover documents the makeover of one family’s home, taking the viewers on a thrilling adventure from start to end. What sets this series apart from other home makeover shows is its premise. Simon and Tomas blindfold the homeowners and take them on an involuntary leave from their homes. The design pair then have free reign to redesign, remaking the space into something that is unique, functional, and fits the homeowner's style, but with a twist that only Simon and Tomas could conjure.

Simon and Tomas' makeover technique is not just about physical changes to the home, but also includes an element of psychological transformation. They infuse the homeowners' dreams, desires, and personalities into their design, ensuring that the changes signify more than just a fresh coat of paint or a rearrangement of furniture. This psychological element sets the show apart, adding a depth to the process that captivates the audience and keeps them hooked, episode after episode. The reveal, when the homeowners are unblindfolded and introduced to their overhauled homes, is a high point in every episode, delivering emotional moments of surprise, delight, and sometimes even shock.

But it's not all work and no play for this creative duo. Their playful banter and humorous antics provide comic reliefs that keep viewers entertained. Even in moments of serious deliberation, whether deciding on a paint color or the placement of an art piece, Simon and Tomas keep the atmosphere light and engaging.

Interweaved within the main structure of the makeover, the series also aims to educate the audience about the broader world of interior design and the basic principles behind tasteful, yet practical, home decor. Even as they work their magic to yield results beyond the expectation, Simon and Tomas explain their design decisions, guiding home-owners and audiences through the transformation.

Home Takeover with Simon & Tomas showcases an array of transformations across the series, with the duo tackling a range of homes, from small apartments to grandeur houses, thereby providing inspiration for every viewer regardless of their own home size or style.

Home Takeover is an invigorating roller-coaster ride of emotions and ideas. It inspires viewers not just to look at their homes as mere physical structures, but as extensions of their own personalities that can be beautified and personalized. Though the fun-filled journey of reinventing spaces, Simon and Tomas contribute to redefining the essence of a 'home' and invite viewers to adopt a new perspective towards home design and decor.

Whether you're a design enthusiast, a fan of reality TV, or a homeowner seeking inspiration for a house makeover, Home Takeover with Simon & Tomas is a must-watch. Each episode is a delightful blend of entertainment, inspiration, creativity, and transformation, making the show a memorable addition to OWN programming lineup.