Kelly and Lorn bought this bungalow nine years ago when they were expecting their first child and needed a house,any house, to call home. But to get all of the lifestyle benefits of living in the city, some compromises had to be made. Using their basement as a rental suite provided the much needed income, but took up nearly half their available square footage. It worked for a while, but now that they have two kids, they don't have nearly enough space, even with the basement not being rented. Fed up with their close quarters and challenging floor plan, Kelly and Lorn have called in some serious help: designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will complete a major redesign to transform this troubled house into a functional family home. Todd will show them that the solution to their problems can be found in a new home. When it's all said and done, Kelly and Lorn will have to decided: will they love it or list it?
After buying and renovating a two-story suburban rancher, Sinna and Siva thought they had created a flawless family home. And it was perfect until three generations started living under one roof. With three children and Sinna's uncle thrown in the mix, this couple is clashing over their family home. Done with the dysfunctional living space in their huge house, Sinna and Siva are thankful that they've got some help on the way in designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team hope to renovate the home to please the entire family. While Todd believes they are better off buying a new home. In the end, Sinna and Siva will have to decide: will they love it or list it?
When this post-war bungalow won over Amy and Chris ten years ago, they were young, in love and just happy to join the ranks of homeowners. But then life got a whole lot more complicated. They had a baby and six months later, Chris's sixteen year old daughter moved in with the already growing family. Now Amy and Chris are fighting over the future of their dysfunctional first home. With this frustrating house driving Amy crazy, and Chris seeking sanctuary in his own space, it's a good thing two experts are here to help. Designer Jillian and her team will turn their outdated bungalow into a modern example of form and function, while realtor Todd will try to help them find peace in a new place. In the end, Chris and Amy will have to decide: will they love it or list it?
Rob and Tracey bought this little bungalow sixteen years ago when renovating the house from the ground up sounded like a good idea to a couple of resourceful newlyweds. But they're also busy professionals, and trying to restore an old house by themselves was more than a labor of love--it was mission impossible. After Rob suffered a health scare, fixing the house went to the bottom of the list and enjoying their lives with family and friends went to the top. Done making-do in an unfinished house with next to no entertaining space, Tracey and Rob are in need of some help. Stepping into the mix are designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will transform this tiny house into an urban oasis. While Todd will sell them on the carefree life they can enjoy in a move-in ready home. After everything is said and done, Rob and Tracey will have to make a big decision: will they love it or list it?
When Michelle and Brandon bought this heritage home six years ago, they were real estate investors hoping to turn a fixer upper into a fast buck. But before they could sell their newly renovated nest egg, Michelle fell in love with the place,thanks in large part to their Italian neighbors, Nono and Nona. Michelle and Brandon adore the couple and consider them part of the family, but they have different feelings about the house, especially now that they have a two year old and another baby on the way. With little time left to decide what's best for their growing family, Michelle and Brandon are wondering what to do next. Here to help them out are designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will create more living space with a clever renovation. While Todd believes it's time to climb the property ladder and simply buy a bigger home. In the end, will they love it or list it?
Three years ago, Mike and Melinda moved into his childhood home. Even though it is in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in the country, Mike just can't stand the thought of living in his parent's old house. Melinda has different plans though, and has renovated nearly half of the house in order to change Mike's mind. But there are still several areas of the house that need work, like the main floor bathroom, the master bathroom, and the kitchen. Tired of arguing over whether or not the house is right for them, Mike and Melinda call in professional help in the form of designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will rejuvenate this old home with remarkable renovations. Todd, on the other hand, believes this young family should start fresh in a new house. In the end, Mike and Melinda will have to decide, will they love it or list it?
David and Geneva bought their fixer-upper in search of more room for their growing family. But four years later, the renovations are still not completed and Geneva is fed up. David, on the other hand, thinks all the house needs is a little more work and it could be the perfect home for their now family of four. But one of the main problems with the house starts at the front door... if you can even find it. The home's address is on one street, but their "front entrance" is on another street. On top of that, much of the home is cold, and there's a lack of privacy--the kids' room is attached to the master bedroom. Fed up with the dysfunctional layout that lacks a proper front entrance, David and Geneva call upon experts Jillian and Todd for some much needed solutions. Jillian and her design team will transform their house into an open concept oasis, while Todd will convince the family it's time for a new home. In the end, will they love it or list it?
Franny and Salim bought this tranquil five bedroom family home in 1986, more than fourteen years after leaving East Africa for a new life. Although it was an ideal home for raising their family, there are now four grown adults living in the home because their daughters Alysha and Alyah have yet to move out. Franny doesn't want to give up on their home full of memories, but the rest of the family thinks it's time to move on. The girls are fed up with not having any personal space and there's only one usable bathroom for everyone to share... Enter competitors Jillian and Todd. Designer Jillian and her team will transform this crowded house into a relaxing space for the entire family, while Todd feels he can find all the breathing room they need in another home. When all is said and done, Franny, Salim, Alysha, and Alyah will have to decide... will they love their home again or will they list it?
Firefighter Greg convinced his wife Robin to buy this two story house by promising he would renovate it top to bottom in no time. But six years and two kids later, there are more than a few unfinished projects. From the freezing cold foyer, to the dingy basement bathroom, to the lack of a back door, Robin is completely over living in this house. Greg, on the other hand, thinks all it needs is a little more work to make it perfect. Hoping to put an end to this stand off in the suburbs are experts Jillian and Todd. Jillian and her team will transform this unfinished house into a warm and functional home, while Todd believes a different house is all this family really needs. Greg and Robin are wondering whether they can love their home again or will they list it?
When Brian and Teresa bought their large family home eighteen years ago, they fell in love with the spacious layout, great location and million-dollar view. But after the kids left home, their spacious dwelling soon became a dumping ground for all of Brian's hobbies. Now Brian wants to add even more to the home: Teresa's parents. But on top of problems in the main level of the home, the basement suite is more suited for their college age son than their elderly family. To make sense of it all, enter competitors designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will bring function to this spacious home once again, while Todd believes it is time to downsize and retire without the worry of a huge property upkeep. Done with trying to find function in an oversized, overstuffed home, empty nesters Brian and Teresa will have to decide: will they love their home or will they list it?
When Jeff and Carolyn decided to buy their first house together, it was a big deal for the self described procrastinator and his long-time girlfriend. When a small character home caught Jeff's eye, she knew they had to move fast. Excited about making their new house a home, they made big plans to overhaul the entire house. But eight years later, they've still got some major issues. To help this conflicted couple are designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try to turn this '30s bungalow into a comfortable new living and entertaining space, while Todd tries to sell them a new home that suits an active life style. Stuck with a tiny house that is sabotaging their social life, Carolyn and Jeff will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Mike and Linnea bought this house five years ago so they could raise their active family near the mountains. Being surrounded by parks and plenty of green space is exactly what their family wanted. But with so much time spent playing outside, sporty Dad hasn't gotten around to tackling any of the projects inside the house. From some missing carpet in the master bedroom, to the dark and dingy basement bathroom, Linnea can't seem to get past all of her home's issues. To keep this clashing couple from going ten more rounds, enter rivals designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try to turn this haphazard house into a comfortable family home that makes room for Mom, while Todd tries to sell them on another house that meets all of their needs. Sick of sparring over their dysfunctional dwelling, Mike and Linnea will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Four years ago, Jeff and Paige discovered a beautiful beach community and instantly fell in love with it. So when a beach house became available, they jumped on it and downsized. They tolerated the small, two-bedroom vacation home until their third child was born, but now the house is bursting at the seams. From the lack of space in the kitchen to the tiny living room cluttered with children's toys, Paige thinks it's time to move on to a more suitable home for their family. Here to save the day are experts designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian's team will take this cramped cottage and try to transform it into a functional family retreat, while Todd believes he can redefine the serenity of coastal living with a new home. Desperate to stay in their beautiful beach community but fed up with the vacation home that was never meant for year round living, Jeff and Paige will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
When James and his wife Tokiko bought into this beachside community five years ago, they planned to turn this rustic little rancher into a fairy tale home. And since they both enjoy being outdoors so much, the renovations that needed to be done didn't seem like they would be too big of a deal. But now with two young kids and a nearby business to run, James still hasn't made any big changes to the family's small living space and Tokiko is fed up. To end this stalemate, enter our dueling duo, designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try to turn this tiny two-bedroom into a real family home, while Todd hopes to settle things by selling them a new house. Exhausted by endless arguments over their ill-fitting house, James and Tokiko will have to decide... can they love their home again or will they list it?
When Cory and wife Linda bought their little bungalow eleven years ago, they fell in love with the incredible mountain-side community?not to mention the rental suite income available downstairs. But now that their family has grown, they need the space and have completely taken over the basement apartment. But even though the kids' bedrooms are downstairs, they have no room to play. The list of complaints continues upstairs with the lack of adult space as well. Looking to turn the page on this woeful living space are rivals Jillian and Todd. Jillian and her design team will try to restore harmony with an open concept design plan while Todd believes he can find all of the serenity they need in a new home. Trapped in an endless maze of dysfunction and unable to see eye-to-eye, Cory and Linda will have to decide... can they love their home again or will they list it?
Rod and Daniel took the plunge into home ownership fifteen years ago when a little charmer with a big view won them over. But jump forward fifteen years and not a single renovation has been done. From a tiny kitchen with absolutely no counter space, to a small closed-in dining room, to a wasted loft space with an incredible view, Daniel is completely fed up with the lack of function in their home. On the other hand, Rod just can't seem to give up on their home with a million dollar view. Arriving just in time are competitors Jillian and Todd. Jillian and her design team will attempt to ease frustrations with a new, open concept design. While Todd believes he can find this couple everything they need in a new home. At odds over what to do with an old character home in dire need of renovation, Rod and Daniel will have to decide... can they love their home again or will they list it?
When Gordo and Nicholas started house hunting, no one thought these fans of modern architecture would buy Gordo's childhood home. But Gordo's parents needed to move into a place more suitable to their needs, so the couple bought the place and made the best out of the old family home at the foot of the mountain. For Gordo, it's like stepping back in time, but the house itself leaves much to be desired and Nicholas thinks it's time to start over in their own family home. To stop the stalemate, enter serious competitors Jillian and Todd. Designer Jillian and her team hope to modernize the old family home in the hills while Realtor Todd hopes to move mountains by selling them a stylish new place. Done with politely begging to differ over Gordo's outdated family home, Nicholas and Gordo are wondering whether they will love their home again or will they list it?
When Tessa and Jay bought this cute little house, they knew they were taking on a big renovation. However, they liked the neighborhood and saw the potential in the house so they thought it would be a good investment for the future. But four kids in a row meant renovations took a back seat and now this family of six is stuck living in only 722 square feet of space on the main floor. To resolve this family's problems, enter competitors Jillian and Todd. Designer Jillian and her team hope to turn a crowded house into a comfortable space for six, while Realtor Todd believes it's time Tessa and Jay moved into a bigger home. Tired of going toe to toe over their half finished house, Tessa and Jay are wondering... can they love their home again or will they list it?
When Teresa and David found this 100-year-old fixer upper in a Spanish-speaking neighborhood, they knew they had found their new home. But like many old homes, it needed a top to bottom renovation. Fast forward six years and all the renovations they could afford are no longer enough for this now family of four. The main level and basement look great but the third floor feels more like a college dorm. Here to save the day are competitors Jillian and Todd. Jillian and her design team will try to create more space in this unfinished home with a brand new third floor design, while Realtor Todd believes he can solve all their issues with a new home. Fed up with expensive renovations that have failed to reach the third floor, David and Teresa have to decide... willl they love their home again or will they list it?
Betty-Lou and Eric love their upscale home of 23 years, but as they look to a more relaxed future, Eric sees a need to downsize. Although these two passionate gardeners transformed their backyard carport into a relaxing oasis, and they love the central location of their home, they can't agree on what to do next... they can, however, at least agree that their home needs a renovation. Betty-Lou stands by her house and thinks that some renovations will do the trick, but Eric thinks they are at the point in their lives where they should sell and move to some place smaller. Enter competitors Jillian and Todd. Designer Jillian and her team will try to bring this dated abode into the new millennium with a fully functional redesign while real estate agent Todd believes a smaller, turnkey home is the winning solution. Fed up with arguing about the upside to downsizing, Betty-Lou and Eric have to decide... can they love their home again or will they list it?
When Brendan married Veronica ten years ago, she was the proud owner of a large home in the suburbs and while he adored his new bride, he had reservations about her old house. Even after Brendan put his blood, sweat and tears into renovating the home, he still doesn't love it. Add the fact that their children are nearly grown, and he just doesn't see a future in their dysfunctional home. Veronica, on the other hand, doesn't think it's time to give up just yet. To stop their never ending argument, enter highly trained competitors Jillian and Todd, each with different strategies to save everyone's piece of mind. Designer Jillian and her team hope to reinvigorate this old home with a remarkable reno, while Realtor Todd hopes to go the distance by finding a new house the whole family can love. Tired of dealing with the problems in their cluttered house, Brendan and Veronica are wondering whether they will be able to love their home again... or will they list it?
When Jane and Steve first stumbled across this character house, they couldn't imagine living anywhere else. But their little boys have grown up into huge boys and the house hasn't grown with them. Steve thinks they just need a renovation, but Jane wants to find a new, larger home. Between having no kitchen storage, an office in their dining room, and a constantly chilly living room, this family needs expert help. Designer Jillian and her team hope to renovate their house to give the family more space to grow, while Realtor Todd will show them different houses that could be their new forever home. Done locking horns over their ill fitting family home, Steve and Jane are wondering whether they will love their home again, or will they list it?
Four years ago, Angela and Mike bought a quirky beach side home despite its outdated style. Now they still love the location of their home, but since Angela's mom has moved in, their three bedroom beach house isn't functioning for the family anymore. While Angela wants privacy, separate bedrooms for the kids, an updated kitchen, and a livable outdoor space, Mike just wants to be close to the beach. Mike loves their outdated beach house and wants to renovate and stay. But Angela is fed up with their dated home and is ready to move on. Enter home experts Jillian and Todd to settle this dispute. Designer Jillian and her team hope to create some much needed privacy with a new functional design. But Realtor Todd believes the answer is a new home near the water. Mike and Angela are wondering: can they love their home again, or will they list it?
Five years ago when Gary moved into Michele's house, it seemed like a small compromise for a second chance at love. But now that the last of Michele's kids have left the nest, her devoted husband wants out of her old house. While Gary's worried about cutting himself shaving in the bathroom, they are both concerned about falling in the shower. And now that the downstairs is no longer a basement suite for Michele's son, the kitchen has turned into a makeshift potting shed and Gary's den is anything but a cozy getaway. Enter home experts Jillian and Todd. Designer Jillian and her team hope to turn this old family home in an ideal setting into a retirees' retreat. But Realtor Todd will try to prove another house could make them happy for the long haul. Tired of making do in their awkward house, Gary and Michele are wondering whether they will love their home again, or will they list it?
Eight years ago, Steph and Cynthia bought their historic housee from Cynthia's mom. The home's character, location, and backyard is what won them over, but after having two kids, their home is now bursting at the seams. All Cynthia wants is more storage space to organize all the clutter in their current home. But Steph is just fed up and thinks the only solution is a bigger house. Here to dig this couple out from the clutter are rivals Designer Jillian and Realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try and bring order to chaos with a functional redesign. While Todd believes he can find all the storage they could ever need in a newer bigger home. Conflicted over what to do with a beautiful old home that is bursting at the seams, Steph and Cynthia will have to decide, will they love their home again...or will they list it?
While Mike and Karen settled on a single level rancher, they were sold on living next to the mountains. And the outdoors are still awesome, but the house itself is another story. Before signing off on the sale Karen struck a deal with her handy husband that the house would be torn down or completely renovated. But talk is cheap because seven years later, not much has changed. Now that their daughter has moved away, Karen's patience is running out and she's ready to ditch their dysfunctional home for one with a functional entertaining space, but Mike is content and could live in their house another 20 years. Here to end this stalemate are competitors designer Jillian and Realtor Todd. Jillian and her team hope to reinvent this cramped house with a 21st century Reno. While Todd will try to find a new house for empty nesters who like to entertain. Faced with a difficult decision, will Karen and Mike love their home again or will they list it?
From outside, Joyce and Steven have a big, beautiful home, but inside, it’s a dysfunctional mess. With a tiny kitchen, an oversized entryway, no storage and a huge undeveloped attic, this home needs some serious layout changes. Steven is done and wants Todd to find them something smaller and more functional. Meanwhile, Joyce believes in her home, and hopes Jillian can make use of all the wasted space with a top-to-bottom redesign.
When Holly and Chester bought his parent’s house eight years ago it was a terrific way to get into the housing market. But now with a new baby and a house that’s rooted firmly in 1970s dysfunction, Chester thinks it’s time to move on. Can Jillian convince Chester to stay by creating the open-concept, modern, functional home of Holly’s dreams? Or will Todd manage to move new mum Holly further into the suburbs by showing her a modern, new home that meets their very limited budget?
When Celine and Kevin bought their 100 year-old, character home, they were university graduates starting a new life together. Now with two kids, the closed-off layout and the busy street outside make this old home a little less charming. But unwilling to part with its unique character and ideal, if busy location, Celine enlists the help of Jillian, and hopes she can convince Kevin to stay with an open-concept redesign. Meanwhile, Kevin believes Todd can find them a modernized, functional home, in their neighbourhood, that has the heritage charm Celine won’t be able to resist.
After having a baby last year, live-in landlords Nick and Christina reclaimed their basement rental suite so they could have more space. But with no interior staircase, their small house still doesn’t suit a single family. Can Jillian convince Nick to stay with an extra special reno that reconnects the separate suites? Or will Todd convince these new parents they’re simply better off buying a new house?
Kavita and Sanjeev love their upscale neighbourhood, but have outgrown their dated home. With two boys in university and only one functioning bathroom, this family desperately needs more space. Kavita wants to move on, and Todd has a tall order to fill. Sanjeev still loves his house – especially the man-cave – and hopes Jillian can transform it into the perfect family home.
Trevor’s dysfunctional heritage house is driving his wife Danielle crazy. Can Jillian convince Danielle to stay in this compartmentalized character house in the city by renovating the scary basement and creating an open concept main floor? Or will Todd prove to Trevor that it's more important to find true happiness for Danielle and the kids in a larger, custom built home on a spectacular lot.
Amie and Mark chose serenity over busy city life two years ago when they bought a mountain home. Nestled in the trees, they see very little sunlight – a detail they weren't aware of. Amie is tired of living in darkness and enlists the help of Todd; while Mark wants to stay in nature and hopes Jillian will brighten up their family retreat.
Sat hates the layout in his large home, but wife Karen doesn't want to downsize. Can Jillian convince Sat to stay by creating an open-concept main floor? Or will Todd show Karen she can be happier in a smaller new house?
Professional racecar driver, Michael, agreed to buy their home with a view because Nicola loved it. But all Michael sees are time-consuming renovations his busy schedule won’t accommodate, and he needs Todd to find something move-in-ready, fast. Nicola believes Jillian can solve their problems with an open-concept layout that will stop Michael in his tracks.
When Harvey and Susan bought a charming character house in an exclusive area, Harvey thought it would be their forever home. But now the happy couple is expecting a baby, Susan can’t see how family life fits in a house from the 1930s. Can Jillian persuade Susan to stay by renovating the compartmentalized layout to create more open-concept areas? Or will Todd persuade Harvey it’s time to move with an impressive family home?
Dog lovers, Karin and Bruce enjoy entertaining, but their closed-concept home doesn't allow for it. After 22 years Karin is ready to pack it in and is sure Todd can find something better their exclusive neighbourhood. Bruce isn’t convinced, so he calls on Jillian to transform their boxy home into an entertainer's dream!
Now they’re retired, Rob and Violet want to enjoy the good life but their multi-level townhouse near the beach makes it tough to entertain. Can Jillian convince Violet to stay with a contemporary redesign that creates better sight lines and ample entertaining space? Or will Todd finally persuade Rob an immaculate new condo with impressive outdoor entertaining space is everything they’ll ever need and more?
Shanti and Marcelo's blended family has run out of space! Fed up with cramming six people into four bedrooms, Shanti calls on Todd to find a larger, move-in ready home. But Marcelo isn't ready to throw in the towel on his beloved home or beautiful lakeside community. He needs Jillian to create more space, in hopes of convincing his wife to stay.
Couple wants a new floor plan with function for them and their daughters.
After years of living in a construction zone, Gary and Emily need a finished space to call home.
Neena and Jag need an open main floor for hosting their many family functions.
Couple needs a home that accommodates their family's backyard lifestyle.
Couple is tired of quick fixes and need a permanent home solution.
A couple and their three grown children need a home with more space.
Josh and Melissa need a more open, spacious, light-filled home.
Tony and Nicole need more space for their two growing girls.
A couple needs more space for them and their adult daughters.
A couple needs a more functional home for their two growing daughters.
A couple needs an updated floor plan for their three small children.
A couple needs more space and wheelchair accessibility for their family.
Stephen and Stephanie need a more open, functional space for their family.
Geoff and Lorraine are empty nesters who want more room for when their expanding extended family comes to visit. Geoff thinks a new home is in order, while Lorraine has too many memories to let go of their home. Realtor Todd needs to convince sentimental Lorraine that a new home is where the heart is. And Designer Jillian and her team must reconfigure a choppy floor plan to show Geoff there's no place like his current home. Can Geoff and Lorraine both love their home again or will they list it?
Joanna and Derek's starter home no longer functions for their lifestyle and hobbies as a family of four. Derek just sees too many walls in the way of a future in their current home, but Joanna thinks they just need to tear those walls down. Designer Jillian and her team will try to give this family the functional space they so badly need with a bright, open concept redesign. While Realtor Todd believes a fresh start is just around the bend with a move in ready home close to the city. Fed up with a house that offers great curb appeal but has walls of problems inside, Joanna and Derek need to decide. Can they love their home again, or will they list it?
It was love at first sight for Nimira and Anastasia when they saw this unique character home in a highly coveted neighborhood. But the house has some features that soon took the fun out of funky for Anastasia. Designer Jillian must turn an unusual floor plan into a fun, functional home. While Realtor Todd has to find a practical house that is anything but cookie cutter. Sick of bickering over their quirky but dysfunctional home, Anastasia and Nimira must decide. Will they love their home again or, will they list it?
Two decades ago, Penny joined Chuck in his childhood home. Although Chuck intends to stay for a lifetime, Penny wants to start a new chapter in a different home. Designer Jillian hopes to win the hearts of our homeowners by transforming a lousy layout into a podium-worthy family home. While Todd is aiming for an open concept pick in the heart of Chuck's long-time family neighborhood. Divided on what to do with Chuck's dysfunctional, childhood home, Penny must decide - can she love her home again? Or will Chuck agree to list it?
This mountainside home was perfect for a family of four, but now that they're a family of five, Julie and Bernard simply need more space. Julie hopes a better layout will do the trick, but Bernard believes only more square footage will do. Designer Jillian has an uphill battle to convince Bernard that size isn't everything. While Realtor Todd takes them on a journey of twists and turns to find the perfect house. Will Bernard and Julie love their home again or will they list it?
After Donna and Rick got married, they were ready to find a home to start a family in. Three kids later, they've outgrown that perfect home that they started out in. The baby has no bedroom, the entry is a disaster, and the kitchen has seen better days. Donna is done with this place and wants to move, but Rick thinks their house just needs a little polishing to get back to its original luster. It's game on for Designer Jillian and Realtor Todd. Jillian has to turn an outdated mess into a home run, while Todd has to find a brand new place that covers all the bases. Can this diamond in the rough turn into a real gem or is it time for Donna and Rick to dig up a new treasure? Can they love their home again or will they list it?
Stephanie and Darrell settled for a less-than-perfect house with a strange layout, but love the street it's on.
After meeting in the army and getting married, Lisa and Chris fell in love with an historic house in a family friendly area of the city. It was fine at first, but now with kids in the picture and a pet horse in the equation, things have gotten complicated. Chris likes their location and thinks the house can be updated to suit them, but Lisa is ready to move out to the countryside to be with her horse and find a nicer, newer home. The race is on for Designer Jillian and Realtor Todd to solve this housing crisis. Jillian's betting a fabulous and functional renovation will have Lisa putting her house before the horse, but Todd thinks that the odds are in his favor and finding a perfect country home will have the whole family heading for greener pastures. Can this house win their hearts again or is it time for Chris and Lisa to ride off into the sunset? Will they love it or will they list it?
Ten years ago in the most expensive pocket of the city, Belinda and Sam bought their 100 year old fixer upper as the perfect place to raise their active boys. But this exclusive neighborhood and their oversized yard comes with a hefty price tag. So they built a rental in their backyard to for extra income, but it came in way over budget. Now they're scared to tackle the renovations inside their own house. Belinda wants to move but Sam isn't on board. Ready to get in the game are Designer Jillian and Realtor Todd. Jillian and her team hope to transform a century old home into a modern day living space, while Todd believes a fresh start is just what this family needs. In the end Belinda and Sam must decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Mike and Michelle need help with their flooded home.
To Talia and Travis, finding a home to raise a family was daunting. And although it wasn't anywhere near perfect, they thought the historical home they found would be a labor of love to fix up. Years later, the house still isn't what they want. Travis thinks there's still hope, but Talia's craving a fresh start since soon they'll have their hands full with a baby and won't have time for renovations. Ready to dive into this challenge are real estate agent Todd and designer Jillian. Todd needs to find a house with lots of space and plenty of character, while Jillian has to bring new life into a home past its prime. Travis thinks he's found his happily ever after home but Talia is pushing for a practical new place before baby makes four. Will they love it or list it?
Eight years ago after their children flew the coop, Cindy and Chris downsized to an adorable townhouse near the city. But it turns out they went too small and now don't have enough space to do the thing they really love- entertain. Cindy thinks the location is great and the home can be fixed, but Chris is ready to move on to a better place. Ready for the latest showdown are designer Jillian and real estate agent Todd. Jillian and her team hope to create an open concept layout perfect for entertaining, while Todd has some new homes in store for these empty nesters. Conflicted over what to do with their closed off tired townhouse, Cindy and Chris must decide- can they love their home again or will they list it?
With her family of six living under one roof, Jessica is frustrated with their lack of space. But her husband, Derek, doesn't see what all the fuss is about. Realtor Todd thinks they should throw in the towel and find a home that fits their family. But designer Jillian thinks she can add storage and space with a breath-taking reno. In the end they'll have to choose. Will they love it or list it?
Yoga instructor Ian loves their mountainside home 45 minutes out of town, but flight attendant Karen is tired of the long commute and she's ready to fly the coop. Realtor Todd hopes to find Karen, Ian, and their two teenagers a home closer to the airport while Designer Jillian has big dreams of transforming their home to fit their needs. Ian may have found his place to namaste but Karen is ready to get the show on the road. Will they love it or will they list it?
When Lyanne and Chris bought their home 7 years ago, the idea of raising kids in their childhood neighborhood was a dream come true. As the kids continue to grow, the house is quickly becoming too small. Designer Jillian knows an open concept layout is vital for Lyanne to stay, while Realtor Todd hopes more square footage will be the ace up his sleeve. In love with their neighborhood, but divided over what to do with their closed off, cramped home, Lyanne and Chris must decide can they love their home again or will they list it?
When Rachelle and Tim wanted a house, they disagreed on whether this was the right one for their family. Eight years later Rachelle loves their cozy house, but Tim's tired of it's confined quarters. Designer Jillian must put the brakes on Tim's desire to leave with her spacious design. While Realtor Todd hopes the perfect house will convince Rachelle it's time to hit the road. Can they learn to love their home again or will they list it?
Young music lovers Alia and David found harmony together when help from family meant they could purchase their first home, a suburban fixer-upper outside the city. They've managed to renovate half the home themselves, but the house is far from finished, and Alia can't take it anymore. Designer Jillian has the daunting task of renovating three bathrooms, while realtor Todd has the steep challenge of finding a move-in ready home with a great yard. Stressed out by their half-renovated home and in desperate need of help to complete the rest, Alia and David must decide. Can they love their home again, or will they list it?
Cathy moved into Peter's beachfront bachelor pad two years ago after falling head over heels in love. While the the stunning water views bring Cathy some calm, the house itself isn't so tranquil. Designer Jillian plans to take this home from tacky to tranquil, while Realtor Todd knows that a waterfront property is his only shot at a win. Haunted by ghosts of Peter's past, Cathy must decide can she learn to love Peter's beach front bachelor pad or will he agree to list it?
When they bought this character home six years ago, do-it-yourselfer James was excited by the thought of bringing the home's potential to light. But wife Candice is at her breaking point with all their unfinished business. Realtor Todd will try to solve this housing crisis by finding a turnkey home. Designer Jillian will try to power through this family's stalled reno in hopes they will stay. Tired of being tied down by their needy house, can Candice and James learn to love their home again, or will they list it?
Eight years ago Dawn and Brian jumped at the chance to buy this split-level home, but more for what was outside than inside. Now that their two boys are older and busier, Dawn is convinced the grass will be greener on the other side of the creek. But Brian thinks the right renovation will blow any new house out of the water. Todd may have to find something off the beaten track to win Brian over. While Jillian has to create an oasis from the inside out if she wants Dawn to stay.
While house hunting two years ago, Sabrina fell in love with this home in her childhood neighborhood, and convinced husband Kevin to buy it sight unseen. Kevin feels no connection to the home, but Sabrina can't imagine raising their future family anywhere else. Realtor Todd will search for a property that can outshine their current space, but Designer Jillian believes that if she can turn this place around they'll be happy to call this their forever home. Then Kevin and Sabrina will have to decide, will they love it or list it?
Lisa and Derek were overjoyed to find a home to raise their kids in Derek's old stomping grounds, but now Lisa is ready to put her foot down because the floor plan blocks the flow from room to room. Lisa is sure that Realtor Todd can find a spacious, open concept house in their current neighborhood. But Derek thinks they have plenty of space, and he hopes Designer Jillian can unlock the home's potential with a smart redesign of the layout. Sick of bumping heads over a tiny family home that seems to be closing in on them, Lisa and Derek must decide...Can they love their home again, or will they list it?
Seventeen years ago, Meg and Neal, with two young kids, bought this split-level home in a family friendly neighborhood. While Meg and Neal love their neighborhood, Meg wants their house to take a hike. With one son in college and the second soon to follow, Meg sees an opportunity to downsize. Do Designer Jillian's remodeling plans stand a fighting chance opposite Realtor Todd's epic strategy of move-in-ready? For Meg this split-level home is too big and quirky, but for Neal it's full of great memories. Can Meg learn to love their home again or will Neal agree to list it?
Three years ago, Debra and Paul needed to find a home with more space. Paul fell in love with their old, character home, but Debra quickly grew sick of all its flaws. Realtor Todd has to convince Paul that a new house can have character too, while Designer Jillian must drive home to Debra that you can teach an old house new tricks. Can the right renovations help Debra see past her home's character flaws, or will she convince Paul that new and improved is the way to go? Will they love it or will they list it?
When Vivian and Don bought their home 13 years ago, they saw nothing but potential for their growing family, but now Vivian is frustrated with how the design splits up the family over three floors. Designer Jillian is confident she can convince Vivian to stay with a stunning redesign, while Todd's eager to show Don he can balance contemporary with character in a brand new home. Will the redesign convince Vivian to love her home again or will the family decide to list it?
David and Jane love their home's mountain location and the active lifestyle that it allows them to have, but Jane cannot find enough reasons to stay. Designer Jillian hopes she can sink Jane's plans to leave, while real estate agent Todd must convince David that a newer house with more space for the family will make everyone happier.
Chris and Stephanie have a lot of history in their current home and neighborhood, but Stephanie is tired of sinking money into a non-functional house. Designer Jillian knows that creating a functional home will make Stephanie want to stay right where she is, but real estate agent Todd thinks that when Chris sees everything a newer house has to offer, he'll move his family out of their current money pit. Will this couple be able to find a new love for their home or will they list it?
Buying in one of the city's up-and-coming neighborhoods 14 years ago was the first step into the house market for Eva and Chris, but now Eva is overwhelmed with the list of issues in the house including the irritating commute. Designer Jillian will work to make Chris and Eva's home more spacious and functional, while real estate agent Todd will show them newer homes closer to the city. In the end Chris and Eva will have to choose, will they love it or list it?
Ellie and Davey went on an exhaustive house search before stumbling upon a 1950s home with a view too good to pass up, but the dated, cramped layout makes gatherings a bit of a challenge and Ellie is tired of being a constant maintenance worker for their house. Designer Jillian hopes to keep them right where they are by updating their lackluster design and real estate agent Todd thinks he can move them downtown by finding the perfect entertainment space. Will Ellie be able to fall in love with their house or will Davey come around and list it?
Although accountant Dan is fed up with a huge house and long commute, Heather's not ready to give up on their new impulse-bought home just yet. Can designer Jillian convince Dan that bigger really is better or will realtor Todd have Heather packing her bags?
Ten years after buying their 1960s time-warped house, Jeanine is burdened by the growing list of repairs and wants to move out immediately, but husband Norman doesn't want to let go of the home that holds so many of their memories. By updating the kitchen, living room, dining room and giving the outdoor wrap-around balcony a fresh makeover, Jillian hopes to inspire the couple to stay put in their midcentury home. To convince Jeanine and Norman to move, Todd shows the couple a home with plenty of bedrooms to accommodate the family of six, a spacious kitchen facing the backyard and a master suite that is the perfect getaway after a long day.
Mary only sees potential in the home she and her husband bought 14 years ago, but Calvin feels like it's time to move on from the cluttered and outdated house. To get them to leave the old home behind, Todd shows the couple a house with extra rooms that can double as Mary's jewelry office, a spacious backyard fit for entertaining and a kitchen perfect for their large family gatherings. To convince them to stay, Jillian reworks their interior to create an open concept kitchen-living space and updates their laundry room to be more accessible. The time to decide is fast approaching -- will they love it or will they list it?
Aaron is content living in his family's ranch-style home, but Brandy wants something that is more wheelchair accessible and more spacious for their growing family. To get them to stay, Jillian expands the kitchen to give Brandy more room to move about and a large island that can double as a table for the family's dinner parties. She also creates a ramp in the front of the house so Brandy can easily enter through the front door. To convince the couple to move on, Todd shows them a ranch-style home that has a wheelchair accessible kitchen and bathrooms, as well as a large backyard complete with a waterfall and pool.
Chris is ready to leave his family's 100-year-old home, but his wife Christine thinks a few improvements to the kitchen, back deck and mudroom will make the house good as new. Todd shows them a modern-chic home complete with their dream kitchen and a to-die-for walk-in closet in hopes of getting them to leave the old behind. Meanwhile, Jillian shows them the gem they already live in by giving them an open concept kitchen and living room and rebuilding their tiny deck into a larger relaxing lounge. Will the couple fall in love with their home all over again or will they list it and move on to something new?
Nine years ago Lucky and Nancy found the perfect neighborhood and house, but with four kids and a growing family, Nancy is ready to search for a bigger space. To get them to stay, Jillian shows the couple that by knocking a few walls down and revamping the kitchen, living room, bathroom and deck, space can be created to fit the family of six. To get them to move on to greener pastures, Todd shows Nancy and Lucky a house already equipped with the extra room they need and a basement complete with a home theater perfect for family fun nights. Divided on what to do with their first family home, Nancy and Lucky will soon have to make a decision -- will they love it or will they list it?
A home feels cramped with two adults and two kids, so Todd tries to tempt the family to move by showing them a house nestled in the mountains with ocean views. Meanwhile, Jillian creates two bedrooms for the twin girls and shifts the layout of the garage to include an office, guest room and mudroom.
A gamer is looking to move into a larger and more modern home to accommodate his online gaming studio, but his wife is perfectly content with their current residence, which is near where she spent her childhood.
Robert fell in love at first sight with his family's mid-century cabin in the woods, but now that the family has grown, wife Jennifer is starting to feel claustrophobic and frustrated with the lack of space. Todd shows the couple a spacious modern home that has plenty of rooms for the kids and guests and has a luxurious master suite complete with a large bathroom and walk in closet. To convince them to stay, Jillian completely upgrades the master suite, converts the old hot tub room into an office/mudroom/laundry room combo,creates a main floor bathroom and adds a guest bedroom. After seeing the renovations, will Robert and Jennifer love it or will they list it?
A couple debates the benefits of moving their fun-loving family out of their crumbling house or staying put after making a few changes. Todd is on hand to help the couple find the perfect home close to their current neighborhood while Jillian struggles to stay on budget while performing a miracle makeover. Will Jillian's total makeover wow the homeowners enough to make them stay?
A couple debates whether to ditch their current run-down house and relocate or stay put and redo their house instead of moving. Worried that reno time will take away from family time, can Jillian calm their stress with a no-fuss redesign or will Todd find the perfect move-in ready dream home?
Fed up with living in a half-finished house, a woman decides it's time to move on. Todd is there to help her make her dream of living near the water on the West Coast come true but her husband thinks their home can be saved. Can Jillian transform this disaster into an inviting home the couple will love?
Seeking a fresh start, a woman decides it's time for her and her husband to move into a new home. He, however, thinks a few simple updates would do the house some good so Jillian is there to transform this overwhelming mess of a house. With Todd trying to lure the couple away to a new life in a new neighborhood, which choice will they make?
Fed up with her commute, a woman decides it's time to move to a new location. Her husband, however, thinks remodeling the house will make her reconsider and Jillian has a redesign in mind that should compensate for the inconvenient commute. Will Todd find a dream home in a better location that will benefit the couple more?
A couple debates whether they should downsize their home or stay and try to make it work. Jillian has a large-scale renovation in mind that will create a dream home worthy of calling home but Todd makes a convincing case that sometimes less really is more. What choice will they make?
A couple clashes over their living arrangements as they approach retirement. He's hoping to find a new home with more space so he can restore his classic car but she thinks a simple remodel will make the house they've had for years perfect again. Can Jillian redesign their old home to make him want to stay, or will Todd find the perfect home that will make her want to leave?
A couple can't decide what they want to do with their problematic home. She's confident a redesign can fix their problem-plagued house and Jillian is there to help them with a renovation. He's fed up with the house, however, and is ready to move out. Will Todd show them the perfect home and an excuse to walk away?
A growing family already feels squeezed in their home and now there's a new baby on the way. With the new addition, time is very tight and they need a change. Can Jillian do a magical renovation to keep them in their current home, or will Todd entice them to list their home and move into a larger house?
A couple is ready to retire, but their home is in desperate need of an overhaul. Before they start living the good life, they'll need to decide whether to stay and renovate a home that's nowhere near up to code or wash their hands of the monstrosity and list it. Can Jillian breathe new life into this neglected house, or will Todd help them downsize for retirement in a beautiful turnkey home?
A stay-at-home dad wants a new place to hang his hat, but his wife is a tough customer who would prefer to stay in their current house. Jillian cooks up a gorgeous kitchen design to ease the squeeze of their very small space, but Todd delivers a brand-new home that's right on budget, giving the couple motivation to move.
Newlyweds disagree on where to start their life together. She wants to start fresh with a newer, more dynamic home, but he thinks they'll be happy with their home after a few changes. Jillian has plans to turn their so-so house into a love nest, but Todd is convinced he can find the right house for their future together.
About to be empty nesters, a couple considers remodeling or moving into a new neighborhood where people are closer to their age. Jillian's renovation design is tailor-made to relieve their house fatigue and meet their needs for the next phase of their lives, but Todd makes a compelling argument for the perfect grown-up home for their new lifestyle.
Fourteen years after buying a small, three-bedroom home under pressure, a couple and their two teenagers have decided it's time for a change. He's at his wit's end and is ready to pack up if real estate agent Todd can find them something bigger, newer and move-in ready. She loves their little house, though, and hopes designer Jillian can turn their "dysfunction junction" into an organized dream space. The home's location on a quiet cul de sac will be hard for Todd to match and Jillian knows houses of this vintage can have big issues, but both are determined to win this family over.
A couple and their seven-year-old son live in a spacious house on a hill with an amazing view, however they are not inspired by its dated, dysfunctional layout. Designer Jillian sets out to create a more open, Zen-like space for this environmentally concious couple, while Todd finds some creative options that blend form and function with environmental awareness to lure them away.
A couple has a quaint and cozy cottage with a great location but dated, dysfunctional and downright dangerous elements. The kitchen has old appliances, the main-floor bathroom doubles as a laundry room and there's a showerhead that won't stop falling. He thinks there's a lot to love about the old house and thinks Jillian has what it takes to bring the "old gal" back up to date. His wife is doubtful that any renovation can give them the much-needed space they need and believes Todd can win the challenge by finding them a home with a modern layout with old-time character and charm.
Eighteen years after Becca and Cory bought her family's 1970s-style home, they're considering starting over in a house that's better suited to their needs in the next phase of their life together. Becca's mobility issues following a car accident have Cory campaigning with Todd for a modern, one-story home with an accessible kitchen and bathroom, but Becca is attached to their current home and hopes Jillian can deliver a renovation that improves her quality of life.
A couple overlooked a bad layout to buy a bigger home for their family of five. Although it's located in good neighborhood within close proximity to schools and work, its dated, unfinished and cramped rooms leave little to be desired. While she is more than willing to pack up and find a new home with a functional layout, he thinks their current home can have it all with some of Jillian's expertise.
Newlyweds skipped the honeymoon to buy a fixer-upper with income potential, but a complicated renovation is starting to turn their initial excitement into buyer's remorse. Still madly in love with their new house, she has hope it can function better with Jillian's touches, but he thinks Todd is the key to their happily ever after.
A 10-year case of buyers' remorse has a couple at a turning point. He can't imagine living anywhere else and is counting on Jillian to revamp the kitchen and basement. She is tired of the odd layout, lack of space and long work commute, so Todd is challenged to find a lower-maintenance, appropriate-sized home closer to town.
High school sweethearts accepted a generous offer on home they bought from family three years ago, but now they're not so sure it's a fit. While she loves the yard and pool, she hopes Jillian can help make the inside more functional for their family. He isn't a fan of the awkward split-level layout, and hopes Todd can dazzle her with a new, turnkey house with a modern layout.
Ten years ago, a couple made the move from their cramped duplex to a bigger fixer-upper with a yard for their three growing boys. A decade later, he is ready to hang up his tool belt and wants Todd to show them houses with more square footage and better layouts. But she has faith Jillian can convince him to stay with a more open-concept design.
High school sweethearts were initially excited about their 1970s two-level walk-out with a pool and hot tub, but after chipping away at numerous reno projects, he has had enough of the dysfunctional design. She understands his frustration but is convinced Jillian can take their poorly configured rooms and turn them into polished, beautiful spaces.
When Linda and Dan visited a charming bed and breakfast with lush gardens and stunning lake views, they could not have predicted it would one day be their home. Linda is now having buyer’s remorse after realizing the house lacks functionality from its wonky kitchen layout and small master bedroom closet to its cramped entryway. She's hoping Todd will find her a house with large rooms and a nice flow but Dan is hoping Jillian can fix their current home's layout problems and save his million-dollar view.
A young family begins to see the shortcomings of their once perfect home.
After hurriedly agreeing to purchase a spacious, two-story home in her husband's old neighborhood, a woman's misgivings about the house have caught up with her and she's ready for a change. With the home's location in the affordable suburbs, Jillian's job is to help repair the dysfunction and many flaws that are pushing the busy mother of three away while Todd attempts to find the family a more efficient home that cuts back on the long commute robbing her of family time.
A couple living in a tiny home cannot see eye-to-eye on their next purchase. He wants Todd to find them a larger space nearby with the same charming characteristics of their current house. She, however, hopes Jillian can maximize every inch of their starter home and find creative solutions to improve their space.
A family is quickly outgrowing their small starter home. Dad is determined to stay and looks to Jillian to help him finish the DIY projects he started. Mom, however, is hopeful Todd will find them a bigger home in a quieter neighborhood.
Jennifer and Donna bought their current house while they were considering having a second child but quickly found themselves in cramped quarters when twins arrived instead. Jennifer is ready to sell and hopes Todd can find the family a larger house with enough room for an office and separate workout area. However, Donna believes Jillian can make their home more functional by increasing the number of bedrooms and revamping the kitchen.
Brooke and Nick loved their charming, 1,400 square foot, seaside home when they were a family of three. But with the birth of their son, Brooke wants to move to a bigger space. Nick doesn't think another perfectly-located home exists in their budget.
A couple spent long hours and big money renovating the top floor of their house; she's ready to finish the basement; but he is ready to move on to something lower maintenance.
A house that seemed like a great idea years ago has never really lived up to the initial hype. With the kids fully grown, he thinks they can renovate their way into the open-concept floor plan she craves, while she doesn't think that even Jillian is up to that challenge.
A couple with two teenagers agrees that their older home needs an overhaul, but that's where it ends. Keith wants to move to a modern, open-concept space with updated bathrooms. Theressa wants to remodel because she loves their home and neighbors.
A family needs a home where relatives can visit for months at a time, and their quirky craftsman isn't up to the task in it's current state. She wants Todd to help them start over in place that's designed to better fit their needs, while he's convinced their diamond in the rough just needs Jillian's help.
A couple loved their 1908 home with character at first, but after having a third child, the tiny kitchen, plumbing problems and lack of storage are outweighing the charm. He hopes that Jillian can make it more functional, while she is hoping Todd will rescue them with a spacious, modern home.
A family likes their cozy 1960s home with its large yard, but the small rooms and only one main-floor bathroom have them wishing for an updated house. Jillian will have to do a radical interior overhaul to convince them to stay, while Todd finds them the space and open-concept home of their dreams.
A couple with two children face off about their family home.
A one-time starter home may not support the renovations a couple wants.
A couples home has a great location, but also awkward spaces and bad flow.