Jasmine Roth has built a career on transforming houses into homes, and as a working mom of two, she knows firsthand that great design needs to serve real life. As the host of HGTV’s Help! I Wrecked My House, Roth has become known for rescuing renovation disasters while creating spaces that actually work for families navigating the chaos of everyday life.
Currently in its fifth season, the show is following a new chapter for Roth: her family’s move from California to Utah, where she’s building her design business from the ground up while raising two young daughters. It’s a transition that’s given her even more insight into what makes a house feel like home and what parents really need from their spaces.
We chatted with Roth about how motherhood has shaped her design philosophy, the simple changes that can transform a family kitchen, and why she’s leaning into a “less is more” approach these days. With a premature baby who just turned one and a new business taking root, Roth’s perspective on balancing it all feels both honest and inspiring.
Season 5 of Help! I Wrecked My House continues to showcase such creative transformations. What have been some of your favorite projects or moments from this season?
Insights from Jasmine Roth on Home Design
Season 5 has been all about me finding my groove and getting settled in Utah. From a family perspective and also from a business perspective. A big part of our move here was me moving my company and embracing all the “new” that came with that transition. I’ve been working so hard to hone in on “mountain design” and it’s been fun to see what that means for each of my clients. The first house of the season was a multi-generational home that was so wrecked the next step for my clients was to move out and sell the home for next to nothing. We were able to bring their home back to life. I will admit, the design was less “mountain” and more “beach” (they are a Pacific Islander family), but it was a great foot in the door for me taking on clients here in Utah.
Speaking of getting settled, this season I also had the opportunity to work on my own house and share it with viewers. Being able to finish my 5 year old daughter’s bedroom and my baby girl’s nursery were definitely highlights of Season 5 for me. I’m really leaning into a more vintage vibe with the designs for their rooms here in Utah, while also making sure they’re fun and totally different. I’ve been jokingly saying that their rooms are the product of a LOT of mom guilt, which isn’t entirely untrue. This move has been a lot for these kids and they’ve thrived through the whole process. But I’m a firm believer that loving the spaces you spend the most time in can exponentially increase happiness, so it feels really good to have their bedrooms done and it’s great to see them using them each day.
You’re known for creating spaces that are both beautiful and livable. What’s one design tip that can make a family kitchen or dining space more functional for everyday life?
My number one tip is to think about the lighting. I believe that lighting is one of the main design elements that gets overlooked, but really makes all the difference. First consider your natural light – are there dark curtains or shutters blocking your light? Are your windows dirty? Even just taking a moment to make sure that natural light is coming in can make such a big difference. But then also when the sun sets, there is an opportunity to totally control your mood by adjusting the lighting. Overhead lights are great and definitely can help when you need to see what you’re doing. I love the idea of adding or replacing dated light fixtures and fans as well. This simple and inexpensive change can completely transform a space!
How do meals and gathering around the table fit into your family’s routine? Any go-to dinners or traditions that bring everyone together?
Since moving to Utah, we eat most of our meals together as a family. My husband usually makes breakfast and our daughters sit and eat while I brush their hair and we pack their lunch. My husband and I usually eat with them, or right before our first meetings, but we’re definitely together in the mornings and that’s been really special. For dinners, we’re also together and we have a “no TV, other than HGTV, Rams Football, or Lakers Basketball” rule. Ha! We try to really be present and not have distractions during dinner. We have a recurring taco night (not always Tuesday, but usually once a week) where we do crunchy tacos and guacamole for dinner. Another thing we do at least once a week is play bingo during dinner. It’s so fun! We have a kids bingo set that has sight words, numbers, etc and it’s just a great way to bump up the mood in the middle of the week.
Your designs always balance comfort and personality. How has motherhood influenced your approach to creating spaces that really feel like “home”?
I would say that motherhood has really calmed down my style. I now understand the mental load of being a parent and also the constant stimulation. I feel like a calm and organized space goes a long way when I start to feel overwhelmed, and I try to help my clients achieve that same feeling. That doesn’t mean bland or boring! I like to stick with a neutral color palette and add in color in deeper hues to offset other design elements. I also believe that less is more and try to stay away from “small” pieces that might start to feel cluttered. I still live by the rule “if it’s smaller than my head, I don’t want it” and that seems to still be serving me. Keeping the clutter down creates a great backdrop for the inevitable clutter of everyday life. Schoolwork, sports schedules, toys, trinkets, chargers, pacifiers… the list goes on!
When you do have downtime, what does a cozy evening at home look like for you?
I’m just barely easing out of the infant stage, so “relaxation” is really a moving target. I’m happy if I get to take a shower, maybe put a little laundry away, and go to bed early. I love to try to stay active on social media and find it a really great and inspiring resource if used in moderation – so a little phone time before bed is usually my go to.
What’s one thing you wish every family knew before starting a renovation project?
I always tell my clients, your project will cost double what you think and take twice as long as you originally anticipated – and it’s true! The one thing to remember with any renovation project is that construction isn’t black and white, but rather a complete gray area. No two houses or projects are the same. Things will go wrong and that’s to be expected.
You’ve built such a meaningful connection with viewers. What guiding mindset or philosophy helps you stay grounded through both work and family life?
I believe that we’re all in this together and we need to celebrate the little wins. So many of us forget that happiness is a journey and not a destination and we get caught in the trap of waiting for the “big” win before coming up for air. But that’s not what it’s about! Each day, we have the opportunity to build our happiness, even if it’s just taking a moment to appreciate the smallest accomplishments. I love the idea of happiness being incremental and try to share with my viewers the idea that if we’re doing our best, that’s good enough.
Looking ahead, what’s inspiring you right now — any new projects, ideas, or personal goals you’re excited about?
Professionally, I’m so excited to continue to build my business in Utah. I bought my first commercial space and I’m finishing the build-out right now. It will feel really good to have a place to “hang my hat” and welcome clients, vendors, trades, and whoever else might want to visit our new location.
Personally, I’m really inspired by other parents who are trying to take care of their own health while also navigating the constant care that children need. It’s a lot! As an older mom (I’m 41!), I want to make my health a priority so that I can be around for my kids and hopefully grandkids one day.
My younger daughter was born premature, so it’s been an added challenge navigating her infancy. She just turned a year old (she’s small but thriving!), and I’m excited to settle more into a routine and just enjoy being a family of four. We’ve really been leaning into the “love where you live” idea and spend our weekends exploring the mountains. I also haven’t been able to snowboard the last two winters (2024 pregnant and 2025 postpartum) so I’m really looking forward to getting back on the slopes!
A big part of my goal setting is making sure I’m in a position to be open to opportunity. Some of the most amazing things that have happened to me in my life have caught me completely off-guard so I never want to pretend I know what’s next or close any doors. I try to set bigger goals like “help as many people as I can” or “become more involved in my community,” and then just see how it plays out. With that, I can’t wait to see what’s around the next turn…
