David Bromstad

David Bromstad, the season one winner of HGTV Design Star and the finalists' mentor in the new seasons of the series, is known for his endless energy and out-of-the-box thinking.

David began his career as a design student at the Ringling School of Art and Design in Sarasota, Fla.

Earnest, passionate, talented and innovative, David creates awe-inspiring works on many platforms, including custom art, furniture building and interior design.

David says he "blends styles that incorporate realism and fantasy." He combines this approach with a love of color and practical advice that shows viewers how to transform tired rooms into unique, vibrant spaces in his weekly series Color Splash.