Next Up

HGTV Dream Home 2012: The Dramatic Before and After

November 25, 2014

See the dramatic transformation of each HGTV Dream Home 2012 room, styled by interior designer Linda Woodrum.

Price and stock could change after publish date, and we may make money off these affiliate links. Learn more.

Scroll For More Photos

1 / 28

Front Yard: Before

Designed to resemble a family compound expanded over time, HGTV Dream Home is sited to take advantage of mountain and river views.

2 / 28

Front Yard: After

Landscaping, inspired by indigenous meadow grasses, caps the exterior design of this exquisite modern rustic ranch home.

3 / 28

Staircase: Before

In what will become the home’s cozy front entry, a simple staircase takes shape.

Neutral Entryway With White and Wood Staircase

4 / 28

Staircase: After

Douglas fir mortis-and-tenon timbers comprise staircase posts and rails, with custom-cut glass pieces between posts.

5 / 28

Great Room: Before

Utah limestone-clad walls and a handcrafted timber trestle system contribute to the room’s invented history, that of an old stone structure.

The HGTV Dream Home 2012 Blue and Cream Great Room

6 / 28

Great Room: After

The room’s color palette, inspired by Utah’s beautiful blues — water, mountains and sky — and a cozy mix of furnishings soften the space.

7 / 28

Bedroom One: Before

Designed as a private escape, the first-floor guest room is sequestered from other living spaces by a hallway.

HGTV Dream Home 2012 Tranquil Blue Guest Bedroom

8 / 28

Bedroom One: After

Light, bright and relaxing, the guest bedroom realizes interior designer Linda Woodrum’s vision of “escape.”

9 / 28

Kitchen: Before

The heart of HGTV Dream Home 2012, the kitchen was designed to feel like a more recent addition to an older home.

White Kitchen with Blue Backsplash and Gray Kitchen Island

10 / 28

Kitchen: After

The great room’s color palette extends into the kitchen, where sleek white cabinetry, cobalt-blue tile and a neutral island make a subtle design statement.

11 / 28

Dining Room: Before

Built to jut out slightly into the yard, the dining room offers three walls of windows.

Open Kitchen and Dining Area With Patterned Chairs and Large Windows

12 / 28

Dining Room: After

Ikat-upholstered chairs pair well with oversized Windsors in the cozy, sun-filled space. A farm-style table with distressed top appears as if it was passed down through the generations.

13 / 28

Changing Room: Before

French doors replaced a window in this room, which leads directly to HGTV Dream Home’s backyard and the Provo River, just a short hike beyond.

14 / 28

Changing Room: After

This fishing and adventure room transitions guests from outdoor activities to relaxation indoors. Standout features include a spa-style bathroom, a sauna room and plenty of peg rail storage for fishing gear.

15 / 28

Laundry Room: Before

Just steps from the garage, this hard-working space will serve as storage central.

Neutral Laundry Room Packed With Storage

16 / 28

Laundry Room: After

Locker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops and travertine floors are among the finishing touches in this washday-dedicated room.

17 / 28

Family Room: Before

Located in what was originally designated as the children’s wing, this first-floor room leads out to its own dedicated deck.

18 / 28

Family Room: After

A Western saloon theme comprises the interior design of this game and entertainment room. The vibrant color palette was chosen to counter the great room’s soft, subtle hues.

19 / 28

Bedroom Two: Before

This second-floor bedroom was originally earmarked as a bunk room, a space where children could play without disturbing guests in other areas of the home.

20 / 28

Bedroom Two: After

Converted to a second guest bedroom, this second-floor escape boasts an Americana design scheme and a patriotic color palette.

21 / 28

Master Sitting Room: Before

With a vaulted ceiling and Juliet-style balcony, this space will provide a quiet escape for the homeowner.

22 / 28

Master Sitting Room: After

A mossy-green wall shade and an eclectic mix of furnishings lend interest in this gathering space.

23 / 28

Master Bedroom: Before

With its own dedicated deck, this space is destined to be the most magnificent of HGTV Dream Home 2012 rooms.

Neutral Bedroom With Gilded Chandelier, Queen Bed and French Doors

24 / 28

Master Bedroom: After

Luxurious bedding, a custom headboard treatment that takes advantage of an existing architectural element and a dramatic chandelier make the most of this elegant space.

25 / 28

Master Bathroom: Before

To create the look and feel of an outdoor shower, the design/build team incorporated three walls of windows and earthy, travertine tile.

Neutral Bathroom With Windows and Double Vanities

26 / 28

Master Bathroom: After

A beautiful escape, the master bathroom boasts a soaking tub, his-and-hers vanities and his-and-hers closets.

27 / 28

Backyard: Before

With a focus on outdoor living, HGTV Dream Home 2012 will boast several backyard spaces connected by a boardwalk-like decking system.

28 / 28

Backyard: After

An outdoor living room, hot tub deck and outdoor fireplaces comprise the backyard, which faces mountain ranges and the famed Provo River.