In a design challenge like no other, eight talented teams are tasked with redesigning spaces in the Barbie Dreamhouse inspired by different eras of Barbie, from the OG 1960s to the splashy 2000s. With supermodel Ashely Graham as the host and a slew of talented judges (including some surprise celeb appearances), the teams create bold and dreamy designs. Take the full Barbie Dreamhouse tour — from exterior to kitchen to closet — and get ready to have some serious heart eyes for this perfectly pink makeover.
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![A Front Yard Fit for a Doll A wide shot of the exterior of the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-3-front-exterior-wide.jpg)
A Front Yard Fit for a Doll
Modelled after the 1995 Dreamhouse, Bargain Block‘s Evan and Keith had the task of making over the exterior of this 4,500 square foot Barbie mansion. A clean white exterior with hot pink and aqua blue accents, plus black and white striped shutter give it a perfect dollhouse look. And the pièce de résistance? The bright pink handle, complete with Barbie’s logo.
![You Rang, Barbie? A shot of the exterior entrance to the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-3-front-exterior-entrance.jpg)
You Rang, Barbie?
For their toyetic feature, Evan and Keith created a pink flamingo water feature that leads up to that signature pink door, complete with ’90s Barbie phone as a doorbell.
![Step in to ’90s Neon The colour-blocked front entryway of the Barbie Dream House](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-entryway-front-door.jpg)
Step in to ’90s Neon
The entryway, designed by Married to Real Estate‘s Egypt and Mike instantly transports you back to the electric 1990s. The front door is painted a glossy pink to mimic the look of plastic, which continues to the spiral staircase and the popular Memphis pattern of the decade can be seen on the front wall.
![A Sublime Spiral Staircase The pink spiral staircase at the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-entryway-stairs.jpg)
A Sublime Spiral Staircase
Speaking of that staircase, unlike most understated staircases, the Barbie Dreamhouse needed an impossibly eye-catching feature reminiscent of those from nearly every dollhouse. And peep those beautiful stained glass windows with Barbie profiles featuring a variety of diverse hairstyles.
![Denim Heaven The acid-wash denim couch in the front entryway](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-entryway-seating-area.jpg)
Denim Heaven
Adding to the over-the-top ’90s design is this acid-wash denim couch packed with fluffy pillows that perfectly complements the colour-blocked walls of the space.
![Dine Like a Doll The bright colour blocked dining area in the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-entryway-seating-lounge.jpg)
Dine Like a Doll
Egypt and Mike continued their neon ’90s design into the dining area, fitting in with doll-like dining table and chairs, a splatter wall and a technicolour ceiling feature that’s to die for.
![The Neon Nook Another look at the dining area, with a splatter wall backsplash and pop art neon lights](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-entryway-seating-area-led-lights.jpg)
The Neon Nook
The neon lights add a pop art element that speaks to their design decade and creates one of the most eclectic dining areas that we’ve ever seen.
![Enter Barbie’s World The entryway to Barbie's bedroom in the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-2-bedroom-entrance.jpg)
Enter Barbie’s World
Heading upstairs to Barbie’s bedroom, Jon and Kristina from Farmhouse Fixer take you back to the ’80s. Stepping into the (obviously) pink space, you’re met with a retro Barbie stationary exercise bike that’s a life-size replica of the Barbie toy from that era. And check out those glitter ceilings!
![Dreamhouse Dreamland The white canopy bed in the Barbie Dreamhouse bedroom](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/barbie-dreamhouse-challenge-ep-2-canopy-bed.jpg)
Dreamhouse Dreamland
The canopy bed is an absolute masterpiece worthy of any Barbie girl. With light-up pink hearts, a cut-out heart headboard and a voice-activated audio feature, it’s both retro and futuristic.
![Powder Room Pink The primary bathroom in the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-2-primary-bathroom-shower-tub.jpg)
Powder Room Pink
Continuing the dreamy pink ’80s motif into the primary bath, Jon and Kristina created a beautiful sanctuary. From the over-sized soaker tub to the pink-tinted shower glass, it’s a Barbie lover’s dream bathroom.
![Now Arriving at Glam Station The vanity in the primary bath in the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-2-primary-bathroom.jpg)
Now Arriving at Glam Station
The glam station is serving just the right posh ’80s energy, complete with glossy pink cabinetry, plush white carpet (because Kristina did not win the wall-to-wall bathroom carpet battle over Jon) and a light fixture that echos the bubbles that will surely fill the tub. And the most Barbie element of all is the oversized Barbie hairbrush fixed above the bathroom vanity.
![A Darling Dressing Room The Barbie dressing room, displaying many of Barbie's iconic outfits](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-4-barbie-closet-display-clothes.jpg)
A Darling Dressing Room
Christina On the Coast‘s Christina and James Bender team up to give the Barbie Dreamhouse a dressing room and closet area that any fashionista would envy. They incorporated all the decades through their displays of some of Barbie’s most iconic outfits (life-sized!). They also included a seating area for the most comfortable dress-up time.
![Outside the (Doll) Box Design The closet and dressing room, with Barbie doll box](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-4-barbie-closet-doll-box.jpg)
Outside the (Doll) Box Design
One of the standout elements of their design is this human-sized doll box where they’ve displayed the stunning patchwork gown — the 50th anniversary dress — on loan from Mattel. And they’ve also brought in the future with a hat conveyor belt along the ceiling, where Barbie’s various chapeaus spin on display.
![Glamorous GRWM Another look at the closet and dressing room of the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-4-barbie-closet-wide.jpg)
Glamorous GRWM
The room hits all the right notes with its romance, glitz and glamour. It even features a fashion vending machine, an incredibly clever toyetic element from Christina and James.
![The Disco Den The Ken Den in the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-2-ken-den-chair-shelving.jpg)
The Disco Den
Finally, a place for Ken! Rock the Block’s Ty and Windy City Rehab‘s Alison team up to tackle the first-ever Ken Den. Rich colours, wood elements, plenty of texture, disco balls and an insane light-up dance floor bring the room straight back to the ’70s.
![Party Mode On The rich and colourful '70s-inspired Ken den](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-2-ken-den-wide.jpg)
Party Mode On
Wall-to-wall carpet and graphic retro wallpaper give the room a truly authentic 1970s vibe. The team went with a pattern overload, sexy tones and motifs from the actual 1979 Barbie A-Frame Dreamhouse.
![Just Wigging It The wig wall in the Ken Den](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-2-ken-den-wig-shelving.jpg)
Just Wigging It
Hidden behind two sliding screens is this wig wall inspired by Mod Hair Ken. Because Barbie isn’t the only doll who needs a transformation station!
![An Aqua Barbie Office Barbie office with an aquarium desk in Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-4-barbie-office-desk.jpg)
An Aqua Barbie Office
Michel and Anthony from Luxe for Less had the task of designing the first Barbie Dreamhouse office for the multi-hyphenate career doll. They had the extra challenge of incorporating Barbie past, present and future into their decor. They created a combination desk and aquarium statement piece that lights up the room. For their toyetic element, they designed a pop-down screen so Barbie can video conference in to all her business calls.
![Arch Attack The pink arched shelving in the Barbie Dreamhouse office](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-4-barbie-office-built-in-shelving.jpg)
Arch Attack
To bring a trend of today, the team designed a beautiful arched built-in shelving unit that brought a splash of pink in. An extra special touch is the Barbie book covers that showcase the diversity of Barbie dolls.
![A Striped Ceiling The Barbie Dreamhouse office with striped black and white ceiling](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-4-barbie-office-wide.jpg)
A Striped Ceiling
Calling back to retro Barbie looks is the striped black and white ceiling that also serves in elongating the small space. Another lovely element that showcases the history of the Barbie doll is the sweet (and oh-so fashionable) Barbie wallpaper behind her office desk,
![Totally Retro Living Room The wood and warm-toned Barbie living room](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-family-room-fireplace.jpg)
Totally Retro Living Room
Heading back downstairs is the cozy, woodsy 1960s-inspired living room designed by Help! I Wrecked My House star Jasmine and Food Network’s Antonia (Beachside Brawl). Rich, warm tones and plenty of wood make this fireside seating area feel inviting.
![The Original Era The 1960s-inspired living room](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-family-room.jpg)
The Original Era
Inspired by the decade when Barbie was created, the team didn’t forget to include Barbie’s signature pink by adding these playful polka dots to the feature wall.
![Pastel Paradise The sleek 1960s-inspired pastel kitchen](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-kitchen-wide.jpg)
Pastel Paradise
Bringing it right back to the OG dollhouse is this pastel Barbie kitchen. Glossy pastel pink cabinetry is the perfect fit for a Barbie kitchen while the sleek Tiffany blue floors and ceilings mirror each other.
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![Pink Appliance Perfection A pink reto SMEG toaster in the Barbie Dreamhouse kitchen](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-kitchen-countertop-appliances.jpg)
Pink Appliance Perfection
What could be better than this retro pink SMEG toaster? The fact that their toyectic element is that it pops out of the countertop at the push of a button.
![Backsplash With a Secret The patterned wallpaper as kitchen backsplash in the Barbie Dreamhouse kitchen](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-kitchen-stove-range.jpg)
Backsplash With a Secret
The kitchen backsplash is a perfect match in this kitchen — except it’s not actually tile! Jasmine and Antonia found this excellent wallpaper that suited the space. The kitchen was then outfitted with retro-style kitchen appliances that were just right for the 1960s influence.
![A Sweet, Sweet Pantry The kitchen pantry in the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-1-kitchen-pantry.jpg)
A Sweet, Sweet Pantry
This walk-in mega organized pantry is a doll lover’s dream! With pink walls, colourful dining dishes and candy-lined shelves, what more could a Barbie fanatic want?
![Pretty Pool Party The backyard pool area in the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-3-pool-exterior-facing-house.jpg)
Pretty Pool Party
Mika and Brian from 100 Day Dream Home team up for a Barbie backyard. They installed pink AstroTurf, proving that the grass might just be pinker on the other side in this Y2K-inspired makeover.
![Barbie-Q The outdoor cooking area with Barbie BBQ](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-3-pool-exterior-barbie-bbq.jpg)
Barbie-Q
What pool party would be complete without a BBQ (or should we say, Barbie-Q). A sleek chrome element and bright pink countertops make this a stylish al fresco cooking space that proves life in plastic really is fantastic.
![Y2Cute The picnic dining area in the backyard of the Barbie Dreamhouse](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-3-pool-exterior-picnic-seating.jpg)
Y2Cute
Pops of colour and whimsy throughout the summery space that’s ready for entertaining make it a perfect reflection of the 2000s.
![Slip ‘n’ Slide The pink pool are featuring bright pink pool slide](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Barbie-Dreamhouse-Challenge-ep-3-pool-exterior-wide.jpg)
Slip ‘n’ Slide
The centrepiece of the backyard is the hot pink slide and the Barbie logo hedge feature (complete with pink flowers!). The pool even has a swim-up bar. The whole space transports you to a Malibu pool party fantasy, which is why Mike and Brian took home the big win for this Barbie Dreamhouse design.
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