Lisa is a passionate home chef who loves to cook for her family; the last space they have yet to address in their home is the old-school galley kitchen; Ellen will have to get creative to turn this kitchen disaster into the heart of the home.
Nominated by their daughter Brittany, Susan and Brad have lived in their craftsman for over 30 years; Susan doesn't think her tiny kitchen needs a glow up, so Ellen will have to convince her that change is sometimes a good thing.
Natalie just bought her own home in LA. It's perfect with just enough space, but she wants to extend the kitchen and improve the functionality and organization! Ellen will have to transform this tiny box of a kitchen into an entirely new space.
Kat is a cool, trendy gal with a passion for cooking that has led her to have an incredibly successful career as a restaurateur and a chef. She also happens to be a friend of Ellen's, so the pressure is on, and nothing but the best will do.
Margaret & Keith are former high school friends who fell for each other later in life and settled into a beautiful old Spanish influenced home. The Hunts have some serious ambition for their dated kitchen and it may be more than Ellen can handle.
Stephanie is a new mom that finds joy in cooking because of the memories she made in India growing up. Now, she is determined to pass those memories on. Ellen knows Stephanie is a super fan and is determined not to let her down.
Andrew and Leah are the coolest, quirky couple in Eagle Rock. While they love their Spanish-style home, the kitchen is out of place in the worst way. With a small budget and big dreams, Ellen will have to get really creative to please this couple.
Laura and James have four kids and one on the way! They have a tiny kitchen with the cooking output of a busy restaurant! Ellen adores this family and is determined to give them more than they could have ever hoped.
Stephanie & John are back-but this time, the makeover's headed outside. With baby #2 on the way & a toddler who's asleep by 7, indoor cooking is off-limits. They need Ellen to transform their sad patio into a pizza paradise!
Barrie & Morgan are new homeowners & expecting parents. Barrie runs a catering business from home, but with bad storage, a leaky stove hood & no flow, her creativity's stalling & she's eyeing a rental kitchen to cope. Can Ellen save it?
Kandis is a home baker with a booming gluten-free business-but her tiny, chaotic kitchen is crumbling under pressure. With help from Ellen & a tight budget, she hopes to transform it into a pro space that supports her dream & her family's needs.
Vlad & Olga's cramped condo kitchen is straining their marriage. He wants function, she wants minimalism-& DIY fixes only cause fights. With no pantry, messy drawers & a 4-year-old, they call in Ellen to save their space-& their sanity.
Meredith juggles two kids, gluten-free cooking & full-time mom life while Dan works 70+ hours for the LA Rams. With no space, scattered supplies & growing stress, she asks Ellen to turn their frustrating kitchen into a calm, family-friendly haven.