Key Takeaways:
– HGTV star Tiffany Brooks celebrated her 11th year with the network by sharing a series of throwback photos.
– Brooks took part in HGTV’s Design Star in 2013 and won the competition, fueling her career.
– She went on to host her own HGTV show and competed in the second season of “Rock the Block.”
– Apart from her shows, Brooks also designs HGTV’s annual Smart Homes, including the latest one in Atlanta.
It’s already been 11 years since HGTV star Tiffany Brooks joined the popular network. The gifted interior designer recently took to social media to commemorate this incredible milestone. Brooks is best known for winning the eighth season of “HGTV Design Star” back in 2013, paving the way for her role as a host and television personality.
A Trip Down Memory Lane
In a series of Instagram posts on June 8, Brooks treated her fans to several throwback photos from her stint on “HGTV Design Star.” One notable snapshot featured her with “Property Brothers” Drew and Jonathan Scott, remarking humorously on Drew’s old glasses and Jonathan’s dyed hair.
Her caption, filled with disbelief and nostalgia, read: “It just hit me that Season 8 of @hgtv Design Star premiered 11 years ago this month. YALL. 11 years?! I couldn’t believe it until I looked back on these photos. That flip phone tho.”
Post-Victory Career Highlights
After taking home the Design Star title, Brooks successfully hosted her own show on HGTV, “The Most Embarrassing Rooms in America.” Though the show had a short run of only four episodes, Brooks stayed active on the network, including a feature alongside fellow “Design Star” champion David Bromstad in season 2 of HGTV’s “Rock the Block.”
In a June 15 post, Brooks continued her journey down memory lane, sharing more photos from a favorite challenge during her “Design Star” run—a school bus makeover where she showcased her imaginative ‘Mad Hatter’-inspired design. Her followers fondly remembered the design, showering her post with enthusiastic comments.
HGTV’s Smart Home Designer
In addition to her television appearances, Brooks has taken on the role of designing HGTV’s annual Smart Homes. Most recently, she was responsible for the design of Smart Home 2024 in Atlanta where one lucky fan bagged the designed home, a brand new Mercedes Benz, and $150,000 in cash.
Sharing her design philosophy on HGTV’s YouTube channel, Brooks described her focus on light and multifunctional spaces. She paid extra attention to the living room design which features a library wall, hidden home office, and a cozy reading nook near the fireplace.
With 11 years behind her, Brooks has built a successful career in design and television. Looking back at her journey, it’s safe to say that HGTV’s Tiffany Brooks is a true Design Star. As she continues to create impressive designs and entertain viewers, there’s no doubt that she still has many bright years ahead with HGTV.