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Dec 31, 2002

Give your kitchen café style. Room Service host Sarah Richardson selects transitional elements to bridge Left Bank flair with today's needs. A wall is removed to unite the space with the living room to meet today's entertaining needs. Traditional creams and blacks and a touch of red play off modern stainless steel appliances. We learn about the latest in countertop appliances and learn the art of custom silk screening. This kitchen serves up equal portions of practicality and flair!

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Season 5, 26 episodes

Come to dinner! Room Service unifies a dining room with its view on the garden. Host Sarah Richardson combines greens, pinks and blues to create a space that's perfect for everything from afternoon tea to a formal sit-down dinner. A decorative painter joins us to create a subtle, vine-inspired treatment for the walls and we search for unique crystal pieces for the table. Additional accents for the room take their cues from the outdoors. It's a playful and welcoming space for every occasion!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Room Service turns up the heat in this master retreat. Host Sarah Richardson warms the space with spicy hits of pomegranate and saffron, to give this bedroom a sexy, bohemian air. We search for the right accents that give the room its exotic appeal. As added inspiration, we visit an artist who creates one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces inspired by deep, rich semi-precious gems. It's a sultry, feminine space with a deluxe touch!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Room Service crams itself into a tiny 6 x 9-foot laundry space to transform it into a bright, fun and creative home office. Host Sarah Richardson keeps it fresh, playful and light-hearted with eye-popping graphics, vibrant colours and smart storage tips. A teenage girlfriend shows us how to give an artistic flair to the standard-issue yellow pencil. Florals form the basis for bold photographs you can create yourself. This tiny office may be small on space but it's packed with great ideas!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Expect an unexpected! Room Service adds a luxe touch to a living room that has to serve many needs. Host Sarah Richardson takes a monochromatic approach to the space, adding in hits of bold colour and vintage accents where you least expect them. We visit with an artist who inspired the design direction for the space and create woven silk ribbon lampshades to add to the room's textural appeal. This living room is a model of restrained elegance!

22m Dec 31, 2002

April In Paris,

We all crave a place to rest and rejuvenate. And Room Service doesn't disappoint as it infuses a master bedroom with delicate Left Bank appeal. Host Sarah Richardson creates a comforting, soothing space with light powder blues, whites and creams. We witness the pride of creating custom mattresses as passed on through family generations. Sarah creates linen hand towels for an adjoining master bath. It's a welcoming beacon at the end of a hectic day!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Moment's Notice,

Come stay a while! Room Service helps a guestroom live a variety of lives at once. Host Sarah Richardson refines the library/TV room/guestroom with hints of pale green, white and gold. Treasured books are wrapped in fine papers; an artisan crafts silver-leafed occasional tables that add shimmer. It's an art-filled oasis that's versatile and chic, perfectly suited to its eclectic owner.

22m Dec 31, 2002

Presentation is everything! Room Service enhances the already great bones of a dining space with elements that speak of a finely tailored suit. Host Sarah Richardson adds a bespoke air with new lighting, table and chairs and creates a simple, elegant tablescape using elements found around the home. An expert shows us the fine art of installing hand-blocked wallpaper. This dining room is the perfect showcase for your best culinary talents!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Modern English,

Room Service dials up the colour in a perfectly square living room, seemingly lifted from an old English flat. Host Sarah Richardson punctuates the space with hot persimmon, juicy mango and poppy red, and a multicultural mix of furnishings and accessories. We learn what inspires one of the client's favourite artists, and create a room accent using a process taught in grade school. It's a square room in dimensions only!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Tropical Treehouse,

Listen to the call of the jungle. Room Service host Sarah Richardson adds a leafy, natural touch to a standard-issue condo bedroom. Shades of walnut, celery and ivory give this bland bedroom tropical style. Sarah tries her hand at the potter's wheel and we learn how to create a simple, yet stunning padded headboard for the space. It may suffer the blahs now, but soon you'll have been transported to the tropics in this retreat!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Everything must go, as Room Service strips this kitchen back to the rafters. It doesn't date back to the 1870s, but it hasn't changed much since the 1970s. Host Sarah Richardson has the floors replaced, shows us how to order custom cabinetry and finds a few surprises lurking behind the walls. The overall update lends itself a masculine look for the single male client. Industrial elements, sleek appliances and steely tones make this kitchen work for any occasion.

22m Dec 31, 2002

Traditional meets modern. Room Service looks to cool blue to inspire an apartment's living and dining space. Host Sarah Richardson makes it kid-friendly yet ready to entertain in a snap. The look mixes cherished family pieces with modern updates. Fun colours and fabrics, and a most innovative take on a magnet board. Help to give this a space the personality and versatility it deserves!

22m Dec 31, 2002

This downtown loft needs to cozy up a touch. Room Service adds warmth and opens it up at the same time. Host Sarah Richardson mixes modern classics and dark woods against a palette of camel, cream and cocoa. She enlists the help of a carpenter to create a couple of unique accents for the space. Unique double-duty solutions and innovative hanging light fixtures help tie this loft together. It's an eclectic mix that serves the needs of a multi-purpose space in style!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Welcome to the weekend! Room Service opens up a classic, woodsy cabin to its million-dollar lakeside view. Host Sarah Richardson relaxes the space with light-painted wood and projects that make the most of the cottage's cramped dimensions. She hunts through for antique quilts and throws and creates casual, fun fabric patterns using stamps made from vegetables. The kitchen is reconfigured and an innovative bed is created to take in the commanding view. With a getaway like this, Friday can't come soon enough!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Creative Outlet,

Room Service turns this skylit third-floor space, a clean slate waiting for bright ideas, into the ideal home office. Host Sarah Richardson takes inspiration from Chinese red lacquer antiques to create a Zen-like home office for a creative consultant. An inexpensive desk idea and a chaise lounge for contemplation make this office work hard at being relaxed. Coming to work has never been so inspiring!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Family Friendly,

Clean out the chaos! Room Service lifts a tired family bath out of the doldrums with fresh colour and badly needed organization. Host Sarah Richardson takes her inspiration from the crisp cleanliness of bath scrubs, sea sponges and eucalyptus to make this busy bathroom work for everyone. She even brings together unique storage options for each person to cut the confusion. It's a fresh and welcome change!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Lipstick + Rouge,

How to make a kitchen work when a dream renovation is not in the cards. Room Service tackles this space with innovative solutions that make the most of a limited budget. Host Sarah Richardson takes a soft, modern approach using a light palette of cream and black for a clean, sophisticated appeal. She looks to industrial kitchen suppliers for elements that give the space a professional touch, and we learn low-cost solutions for tile that make this kitchen perform with style. Your dreams can come true!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Talk about romance! Room Service transforms a third-floor master suite into a passion-filled escape using a delicious mix of colour and texture. Host Sarah Richardson looks to luscious shades of celadon, smoke, silver and cream to create a sultry yet unstuffy space. Sarah creates a seating area for the room, using as inspiration a rug left behind by the home's previous owners. The rest is a unique combination of new and vintage touches, which includes a unique wall treatment and a visit to an authentic bookbinder. It's a comfortable retreat, a perfect place to unwind!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Town + Country,

The kids are in bed and now it's time for you to play! Room Service softens up a family room, giving it Town and Country appeal. Host Sarah Richardson wraps the room in a welcoming palette of tobacco, camel, ebony and aubergine. She creates lampshades using craft paper and glue to warm up the space. We make the most of the client's cherished advertising art collection. This multi-media room helps the entire family kick back in style!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Executive Order,

You've made it to the top. Room Service gets the executive's office ready for business - sleek and ultra-cool with glass, chrome and modern touches throughout. Host Sarah Richardson mixes shades of grey and black to bring an industrial, loft-like atmosphere to the space and hits the streets for a lesson in modern classic furniture. She creates a hanging art piece for one of the principal walls to add drama. It's the corner office of your dreams!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Getting Eclectic,

Make it all work! Room Service brings a modern mix and direction to a living/dining space that needs some serious editing. Host Sarah Richardson combines the client's tasteful furniture pieces and art collection with new finds to give the space focus. Think tailored furnishings, well-chosen and placed for maximum effect. Sarah creates wall sconces with a mirror applique for extra nighttime sparkle. This living room pushes the envelope with style!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Here's one bathroom that needs a day at the spa. Room Service massages the space into a cool and relaxing retreat. Host Sarah Richardson incorporates exotic wood and natural marble into a water theme that carries right through to touches such as sandblasted glass and chrome. We see firsthand what goes into the design of bathroom faucets, and create bath salts that are sublime. It's a light and invigorating refuge from a hectic day!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Give your kitchen café style. Room Service host Sarah Richardson selects transitional elements to bridge Left Bank flair with today's needs. A wall is removed to unite the space with the living room to meet today's entertaining needs. Traditional creams and blacks and a touch of red play off modern stainless steel appliances. We learn about the latest in countertop appliances and learn the art of custom silk screening. This kitchen serves up equal portions of practicality and flair!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Think ocean breezes and an expansive blue sky. Room Service brings Miami spice to a typical bedroom, infusing it with a crisp, clean white palette. Host Sarah Richardson looks to shades of turquoise and coral, to tropical fruits and crashing waves to help achieve a light, modern feel. She takes us along to a favourite button shop to find just the right closures for accent pillows. We create a hanging bookshelf to enhance the sleek appeal of the space, and for art look to a photo transfer artist. It's a dreamy environment, restful like an island holiday!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Rustic Country,

It used to be a drive-through garage where carriages dropped off passengers and supplies. Now, it's a relaxed environment for entertaining, courtesy of Room Service! Host Sarah Richardson converts this old space into a loft-like living/dining area. She uses a European Country approach with natural fabrics and textures to take advantage of the limestone and beam construction and the pastoral views. We hunt for chunky wooden accents to play off a wooden stool being handcrafted especially for the space. Rustic charm meets French countryside for this wide-open space!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Black And White,

Make your home work for you! Room Service turns a Victorian home's rundown second-floor kitchen into a bathroom, infusing it with the appeal of a gentleman's club. Host Sarah Richardson looks to a vintage hotel for inspiration to give this space a classic touch. The sparkle of glass, gleaming marble and special antique finds add polish to this new bathroom. It's proof positive that successful design can look like it's been there all along!

22m Dec 31, 2002

Open wide! Room Service transforms an outdated kitchen, eating nook and sitting room into a kitchen that's ready to entertain at a moment's notice. Host Sarah Richardson blasts out the walls and installs French doors along an entire wall to capture the light this space truly needs. A blend of chocolate, cream and light sage green forms the basis of the design, the recipe for a contemporary look while respecting the quality and finish of the original structure.

22m Dec 31, 2002