Scott Phillips, host and producer of the popular how-to show The American Woodshop, brings you a second season of The American HomeShop with Suzy & Scott Phillips. Building upon the success of season one, this 13-episode series offers even more step-by-step views of the home building process with an emphasis on affordability. From decorating and putting the finishing touches on Stone Haven--the couple's dream home built in season one--to breaking ground on a truly affordable Forest retreat in Ohio; to a luxurious Mediterranean home with Virginia ledge stone reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright; all the way to post-Katrina New Orleans, where Scott & Suzy lend a hand on a Habitat for Humanity home, each 30-minute episode focuses on the planning, troubleshooting, and execution of the various steps entailed in the building of a new home from start to finish. Hosted by Scott Phillips and his wife, Suzy, the series focuses on their personal experiences as week-by-week viewers are lead through the joys and frustrations of building a home from the ground up.

This season promises to be even more exciting, as Scott & Suzy take on an ambitious schedule of completing four homes at once! Focusing on the latest in energy efficient innovations for conservation, affordability and comfort, viewers learn how to make great ideas simple to create by using the right products. From carpenters and stonemasons, to interior designers and re-modelers, the secrets of achieving a custom home look unfold as a diverse cast of characters lend their expertise to the various aspects of the home building process. From exterior lighting solutions to interior stone, wood and glass accents, The American HomeShop has it covered.

Picking up where season one left off, season two delves right into the creative world of interior design by adding the finishing touches to Stone Haven. Viewers learn designer tips and tricks as Suzy selects and installs decorative accents that truly make a house a home. They will "ooh and ah" as they learn how to custom-make a spectacular Art Deco entertainment center and join it with the latest in modern technology to create a unique focal point in the couple's family room. Scott creates custom wood floors and beautiful exotic wood accents to give even more luxury to Stone Haven's already majestic frame.

With a budget of $170,000, the couple's next project- The Forest Home- is truly an affordable retreat. Nestled in the picturesque woods of northern Ohio, Scott & Suzy join with contractor/home builder Matt Howell to break ground on this American Ranch-style home. Proving yet again that with the right know-how, you can fashion modest yet appealing accents - like Palladian windows and double gables-that can really upgrade the look and feel of any home.

A house upon a hill emerges as Scott & Suzy raise pre-cast "Superior" walls on a contemporary Mediterranean-style home in North-Central Ohio. Taking advantage of the breathtaking view of the lake, the couple designs and builds a 1,400 square foot walk-out basement in the back of the house, creating both beauty and function for the family. This five bedroom, five bath room home features Virginia ledge stone masonry that creates an exterior reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright.

As a native of Louisiana, Suzy was the likely mastermind for the American HomeShop crew's involvement in the New Orleans Habitat for Humanity project. While lending a helping hand to the storm-ravaged victims of Hurricane Katrina, Scott & Suzy show viewers the latest innovations in affordable home building, Habitat-style. Through interviews with the new home-owner families as well as the other onsite volunteers, Scott & Suzy offer a glimmer of hope by highlighting the good work that can be accomplished when people work together for the greater good. Once again, viewers see how smart designs and detailed plans can render decent, affordable shelter even under the toughest budget constraints.

For anyone considering embarking on such a project, no matter what their level of involvement, The American HomeShop is a must-see program due to the wealth of information that Scott and Suzy are able to relate throughout its 13 episodes. Whether it's selecting and preparing a home site or negotiating prices for goods and services, viewers have an opportunity to gain detailed knowledge of the issues and processes involved in building a new home. And although the series is instructive-Scott and Suzy never fail to define terminology or explain a technique-it is also entertaining with a changing cast of characters.

It is said that building a new home can be the single-most stressful event in a person's life. The American HomeShop proves that the right blend of planning, know-how, and patience can make the entire process not only survivable, but enjoyable as well. The American HomeShop airs on public television stations across the nation (check your local listings for air date and time.)

The American HomeShop is generously underwritten by Delta Machinery, Porter-Cable, and Gorilla Glue.

The American HomeShop is presented by HoustonPBS and distributed by American Public Television.

Scott Phillips and his wife, Suzy, (The American Woodshop) present a new how-to series that focuses on their personal experiences as they set out to build their lakeside, French Country-style, dream home. Week-by-week watch as the couple chooses a floor plan, selects the site, searches for specialty building materials, grapples with subcontractors, and addresses the inevitable, unforeseen obstacles. The Phillips' demonstrate how a little "sweat equity" can save do-it-yourself homebuilders thousands of dollars while also giving them a priceless sense of accomplishment.

Episode Descriptions

201 Start By Finishing?
Master the secrets to a perfect finish as Scott creates custom wood floors and beautiful exotic wood accents and Suzy selects interior design elements to add even more luxury to the already majestic Stone Haven. Construction begins on the Forest Home - an affordable American Ranch-style home- and toward the other end of the budget continuum, a five bedroom, five bath Mediterranean Contemporary family home in West-Central Ohio, using pre-cast "Superior" walls.

202 All Baths Bright & Beautiful
Scott builds a custom twin vanity from beautiful hardwoods and Suzy selects accent mirrors and decorating touches, adding cozy comfort to Stone Haven's master bath. Master the steps behind wood crafting raised panel doors and drawers then learn how to use the special European hinge systems that make their installation a snap. Scott brings a group of high school students onsite to learn the latest construction techniques.

203 Fit & Trim
Scott & Suzy show how installing wood floors and exotic wood accents on door casings and entryways can really upgrade the look and feel of any home. Scott makes and installs a gorgeous Walnut mantle for the Forest Home and installs curved interior wood trim at Stone Haven and the Forest Home. Wall accents touch on tuck-pointing for natural highlights and different fireplace designs are featured for energy efficiency.

204 Kitchen Comforts --Window Treatments -- Energy Efficient Windows
Learn to make your own built-in space saving solutions for your pantry as well as the secrets of creating durable patinas for more elegant furniture. Suzy chooses linen tapestries for Stone Haven as the window treatment selections begin. The team installs an unusual sized window package at the Forest Home for more energy efficiency.

205 Easy & Affordable Home Enhancers -- Raising a Pitched Roof
Explore designs for foyers, mudrooms and breezeways. See built-in benches and wine racks being added at Stone Haven. Suzy organizes the laundry room to create additional storage space while the rest of the team raises the unusual 17-pitch roof on the Mediterranean Home.

206 Making an Entrance -- High Tech Window Treatments
The American HomeShop gets high-tech as Suzy designs cornice boards for remote controlled shades! Uniquely affordable "home-made" window and door trim is used to add beauty and value to the energy saving windows and doors. Scott gives pneumatic tool tips on a simple trim project that adds elegance and grace to entryways.

207 The Ultimate Entertainment Center -- Finishing Extras
Stone Haven gets a spectacular custom-made Green & Green Art Deco entertainment center as well as an exotic redwood wine cellar. The Forest Home is ready for decorative shelving and all the finishing touches that make it the perfect cozy retreat.

208 Design 101
Explore the elements of design as Suzy discusses her stone, wood and glass accent options for kitchen and bath. Decorators debate how to achieve country comfort with a soaking tub. Blending the old with the new is easy when the right antique accents find a special place in newly finished homes. Suzy selects color schemes and fabrics for Stone Haven, pulling the entire space together.

209 Inside/Out: Lighting -- Furniture -- Veranda
Fiber optic lighting fixtures are a great choice for subtle home highlights both inside and out. Stone Haven's waterfall and reflection pool gets it glow on with the latest in hi-tech illumination. A veranda turns an exterior landscape into a beautiful stone-scaped living space. Scott makes simple outdoor chairs for the patio and deck. An inexpensive router is used to custom make award-winning architectural trim and molding.

210 Soiled Again -- Water Features -- New Orleans Habitat for Humanity
Create a natural soundscape with a reflection pond and waterfall. Gather great tips and ideas for irrigating island terraces and garden landscapes. Learn how to avoid the most common costly landscaping mistakes. Build your own rustic picket fence easily and affordably. Travel to post-Katrina New Orleans to lend a hand on a Habitat for Humanity build.

211 Home Workshop -- Wrought Iron Handrails -- Coffered ceiling -- Faux raised Panel
Scott covers the A to Z's of setting up a home workshop, then turns forged handrails into artistic details that define Stone Haven's veranda. Suzy installs a coffered ceiling in the breakfast nook and teaches the technique for creating faux raised panel trim.

212 Bonus Room -- Virginia Ledgestone -- Simple, decent affordable homes
Dance hall or pool hall? What will become of Stone Haven's bonus room? The Virginia ledge stone masonry work at the Mediterranean Home lends an air of Frank Lloyd Wright to the emerging exterior. The Forest home gets a screened in back porch. Travel back to New Orleans for the latest in low-cost innovations in affordable home building.

213 The Big Finish
Lay in exterior door highlights to complete a welcoming porch. Scott & Suzy demonstrate how to use exterior glues and finishes for lasting elegance while completing the stacked deck project. The mahogany dining table is carved and finished just in time for the final walk-throughs! House-by-house, room-by-room, Scott & Suzy relish the details and celebrate the overall successes as Stone Haven, the Forest Home, and the Mediterranean Home receive their share of admiration.

Station Contact:
Ellie Bates Chappell
HoustonPBS
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