We used to love “Trading Spaces” when Paige Davis was the host. We loved Ty Pennington as a carpenter and the designers like Frank and Laurie and Doug and even Hildi. We really didn’t understand why Paige was dismissed from “Trading Spaces” several years ago – we don’t care now. It was a bad decision and one that turned us away from the show.

Apparently we weren’t the only ones. In 2007, it was announced that Paige would return as host of the show. The series was being retooled and would include closer relationships to increase the drama. Mothers and daughters would be remaking each others’ rooms, ex-spouses, etc.

We were totally on board.

The new season of “Trading Spaces” premiered on January 26, 2008. We’ve watched the first two episodes and have to tell you that the series is back and perhaps better than ever. Paige is amazing. The people remaking the spaces have high stakes. They want to improve their lives and their relationships. The designers are as outrageous and as talented as ever.

We have “Trading Spaces” back and it’s really better than ever. We are happy and hope you’ll check it out on Saturdays at 9pm EST on TLC.

Here's a classic spoof of "Trading Spaces" from "Mad TV":