Dear Genevieveended in 2013 after six successful seasons.

However, despite the countless remodels,Dear Genevievecould be one of thoseHGTV shows you totally forgot about.

During the 2000s,Trading Spacescarved out a whole new niche in the home design genre.

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The result: a full-on makeover, with the homeowner experiencing the big reveal at the episode’s end.

Of course, there’s plenty more to discover about this hit home design show.

Here’s the untold truth of HGTV’sDear Genevieve.

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In an interview withRoom FU, Gorder declared that being a judge onDesign Starwas a wonderful time.

“It was the best job EVER,” Gorder revealed.

A second episode aired immediately after, seen by 1.57 million.

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“We see her as a future star on the web connection,” Steinlauf revealed.

He continued, saying, “Genevieve is being launched aggressively right now.”

Added Gorder, “So, I treat it with great respect.”

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Added Sellinger, “It’s about the function of a room.”

While giving the Sellingers' kitchen a makeover, Gorder offered high praise.

In an interview withVermont Maturity Magazine, she detailed some of the top design tips from the show.

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Accessories such as these, she said, “are like last-minute additions of jewelry to your outfit.”

The top tip she offered was both simple yet profound.

“Concentrate on making your home a beautiful place,” she advised.

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Added Gorder, “After all, it’s a refuge.”

One thing’s for sure Gorder’s dedication provesDear Genevievewasn’t one of thosetotally fake HGTV shows!

ThisHGTV host follows her own rules!

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In an interview withUSA Today, Gorder joked about being “some kind of design octopus.”

Moving from one unique design project to a completely different one, she explained, kept her creatively fulfilled.

As she explained, she found it important to not become locked into one style or design esthetic.

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“Being nimble is key,” she said.

As the contest’s winner, Klinkenberg could choose three rooms in her home to receive theDear Genevievedesign treatment.

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