One of his best known roles came as a judge on the television series HGTV Design Star from 2006 to 2012. Vern Yip hosted the HGTV special Urban Oasis. On that show he designed a Chicago loft which was given away to a lucky winner and located in the Trump International Hotel. Yip is known for his design techniques including using silk, flowers, and candles. He has also appeared in episodes of the TV series Trading Spaces: Family, Good Day Live, HGTV Showdown, First Time Design, Live! with Kelly, Home & Family, and more.