

Season 2 • Episode 8
LatestThe two remaining designers compete in the season finale where they are tasked to build not one but two pieces of furniture. During the build the designers are surprised with heartwarming gifts. As the final build of the season comes to a close, the designers race against the clock, drawing from their best ideas and techniques to create their pieces. During the judging ceremony, Ellen joins the judges to review the pieces and help crown the winner.
A design competition from executive producer Ellen DeGeneres features contestants trying to win a cash prize by designing a unique piece of furniture with help from an expert carpenter.
Production
Workshop set is suspiciously pristine for 'reality' carpentry.
Direction
Ellen's remote drop-ins via screen feel oddly prophetic now.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The workshop was built on the same lot as Ellen's talk show, making her 'remote' appearances literally next door.
This quietly pioneered the 'celebrity executive producer who never shows up' reality format now dominating streaming.