Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent from The Nate and Jeremiah Home Project had never competited on a show before, but they were ready to show off their family-friendly, elevated design strategy.

The New York City designers were ready to show that their designs translate to a wide audience. Jeremiah is more minimalistic and modern, and Nate says he's secretly a traditionalist who leans into antiques, but they find a way to marry the two distinct sensibilities.

Chopped's Ted Allen introduced each team to the Mystery Box Challenge. They had to use their expertise to incorporate the materials — chicken wire, faux leather, white tiles and Mason jars — somewhere in their kitchen and dining room designs.

Nate and Jeremiah talked Rock the Block's host Ty Pennington through their plan. They had six weeks and $225,000 to add as much value to their home as possible.