We gave interior designers Noz Nozawa, Erick Garcia, and Mandy Cheng a photo of the same empty dining room—then asked each of them to create a design for it in their particular style, however they pleased. Three artists, one canvas, each bringing something different to the space. See which designer comes closest to creating your ideal formal dining room.
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*Noz’s Space*
Pierre Frey Lucille Wallpaper: https://fave.co/3CHaPA3
(Similar) Martine Media Console: https://fave.co/3ZKuZDs
(Similar) FLAIR Boho Vintage Medallion Area Rug: https://fave.co/3iI8I8p
(Similar) Oyster Dining Table Sienna: https://fave.co/3WbtURQ
(Similar) Vintage Pine Windsor Chairs, Set of 4: https://fave.co/3H0j2Sy
Ceramic Hand & Globe Wall Sconce: https://fave.co/3ILSy8J
(Similar) Soleil Bowl: https://fave.co/3ZwuDA1
*Erick’s Space*
(Similar) Travertine Diapason Dining Table by Cattelan: https://fave.co/3GFTFnE
(Similar) Paradox Natural Wood Dining Chair: https://fave.co/3IMKCnJ
(Similar) Zailey Pendant by Kichler: https://fave.co/3k2ORkD
The Sill Olive Tree: https://fave.co/3QKyHZx
*Mandy’s Space*
Gambit Teal & Earthy Brown Wallpaper: https://fave.co/3IIr8jZ
(Similar) European Flax Linen Melange Curtain: https://fave.co/3XaYDzQ
(Similar) Oversized Adjustable Antique Brass Curtain Rod: https://fave.co/3iC7fk4
(Similar) Drapery Curtain Ring Set: https://fave.co/3IMFfVB
(Similar) Rutherford Round Dining Table: https://fave.co/3H268DL
(Similar) Beni Replete Moroccan Rug: https://fave.co/3CN8941
(Similar) Morrell Dining Chair, Pierre Frey Bosquet: https://fave.co/3ZAeQjW
(Similar) Teak Wall Sconce: https://fave.co/3ZxX3d2
Sarah Sherman Samuel Ripple Mirror: https://fave.co/3D94HRJ
The Sill Large Ficus Audrey Tree: https://fave.co/3GGvEwY
Lawson Fenning Oak and Leather Dining Chair: https://fave.co/3Xw3b3t
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Director: Jasia Kaulbach
Director of Photography: Cole Ellett
Editor: Alex Mechanik
Talent(s): Mandy Cheng, Erick Garcia, Noz Nozawa
Senior Producer: Alyssa Marino
Producer: Joel David Ahumada
Line Producer: Joe Buscemi
Associate Producer: Josh Crowe
Production Manager: Peter Brunette
Production Coordinator: Carol Wachokier
Camera Operator: Lucas Vilicich
Audio Engineer: Kara Johnson
Production Assistant: John Brodsky
Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch
Post Production Coordinator: Ian Bryant
Supervising Editor: Doug Larsen
Assistant Editor: Andy Morell
Graphics Supervisor: Ross Rackin
Designer Portfolio Pictures by:
Sam Frost http://www.samfroststudio.com/
Ye Rin Mok https://yerinmok.com/
Madeline Tolle https://www.madelinetolle.com/
Christopher Stark https://www.christopherstark.com/
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0:00 Meet The Designers
0:36 First Impressions
1:15 Windows And Doors
4:47 Walls And Ceiling
7:50 Flooring
10:13 Furniture
13:18 Lighting
15:49 Artwork And Decoration
17:37 Final Thoughts
18:42 Designer Talk
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Shop pieces inspired by Noz, Erick, and Mandy’s dining spaces:
Lulu and Georgia Martine Media Console: https://fave.co/3ZKuZDs
Target FLAIR Boho Vintage Medallion Area Rug: https://fave.co/3iI8I8p
1stdibs Ceramic Hand & Globe Wall Sconce: https://fave.co/3ILSy8J
Arhaus Soleil Bowl: https://fave.co/3ZwuDA1
Etsy Travertine Diapason Dining Table by Cattelan: https://fave.co/3GFTFnE
Crate & Barrel Paradox Natural Wood Dining Chair: https://fave.co/3IMKCnJ
The Sill Olive Tree: https://fave.co/3QKyHZx
Lumens Zailey Pendant by Kichler: https://fave.co/3k2ORkD
West Elm European Flax Linen Melange Curtain: https://fave.co/3XaYDzQ
West Elm Oversized Adjustable Antique Brass Curtain Rod: https://fave.co/3iC7fk4
Beni Replete Moroccan Rug: https://fave.co/3CN8941
Etsy Teak Wall Sconce: https://fave.co/3ZxX3d2
Lulu and Georgia Sarah Sherman Samuel Ripple Mirror: https://fave.co/3D94HRJ
The Sill Large Ficus Audrey Tree: https://fave.co/3GGvEwY
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I love to read the comments.
For me, this was an interesting episode because I switched in the middle!
Erick’s room was horrible for me. It wouldn’t go in a home. It was ultra industrial…commercial/institutional even. The walls and furniture were not inviting to linger over a dinner, which is hopefully the purpose of a dining room. The louvered doors seemed too dainty for the rest of his choices.
Noz had me until the dismembered hands. 😳 I loved the wallpaper, but after that I got freaked out. Not imagining eating in there.
In the end, I would choose Mandy. Her design was inviting and comfortable for fun dinner parties. It was the only room that had balance and seemed functional. IMO
Noz honestly transcends the boundaries of interior design. As someone in the design field each time I'm blown away with how she thinks outside of the box. She doesn't create livable spaces, rather, she creates art.
I wasn’t expecting Erick’s idea to bring the lights down so they don’t distract people from everything else.
Erick the best
Not a fan of any of the rooms. Sorry not sorry
I imagine the spaces' ambience would harmonize with the type of food being served food…each designer explained that perfectly with their designs
Erick!!! 💞
I really love this kinda vedios I need more
When I get a house I want Noz to design my entire house. I absolutely love her style.
The triangles and weird wallpaper and creepy chandelier gets an F.
The round corners and mirror, kinda boring. D
Stone walls are a good idea, giant doors very unpractical, no glass, no screens? No. C-
Looooooove this series its so helpful to learn how professional interior designers approach their projects
I love each of you your designer transformation , in this dinner room a look sou beautiful . Each of you choose different designer and came out sou gorgeous .Congratulation guys you did a amazing job 😂🥰
Been seeing Erick on. a few design spaces and I like their work…
I need Mandy to come decorate my house one day (: exactly my style HAHAHAA
Is Noz on crack?!??!! Even in a hotel lobby, that would hurt my eyes. All those statement pieces cancel each other out. There's a good way to do maximalism but she's just over the top for the sake of being over the top. Love Mandy's except the checkerboard wallpaper. Erick's chic room looks like a page out of Mallorca, Puglia, Italy – old world classic European charm….
i'd like to see this challenge again featuring Laura, Alvin and Lula
Explain to me why go to the expense of putting in a large custom window then covering half of it with a large piece of furniture.
All three or nasty. One is way to chaotic. There is no balance or hierarchy of all those elements.
One has the warmth of a monastery that take an oath of starkness and not in a good way.
The last one, ok the back of a dinning room chairs should never be equal to of lower that the height of a table. I'm not sure Good Will Drab as a style will catch on.
I'd get nauseous eating in Noz's room
mandy and erik did well. noz was too coocoo for me