The Steve Teak project features a comprehensive tour of a beautifully designed home. It highlights the exterior with reclaimed brick and unique architectural elements, while the interior boasts custom millwork and cabinetry in the kitchen and bathrooms. Living areas are crafted for comfort, and s...

Explore a range of woodworking projects, including a window bench, coffee bar, and butcher block countertop. Learn about cabinet design focusing on symmetry and space maximization. Discover the laminating process, including adhesive tests and the use of a vacuum bag for even pressure. The session...

Home renovation faces unexpected challenges, including rot and delays. Family visits occur during tile removal and preparation for further work. The demolition of the last wall begins to enhance kitchen space, prompting a design reevaluation. Flooding leads to wood storage issues, requiring an up...

Project Homeward Bound aims to create a forever home for clients returning from the US. The design blends traditional and contemporary styles, featuring double height windows and larger furniture. Key areas include a cozy office with a library feel, a great room with integrated textures, and a di...

The punch list process brings together designers and architects to finalize project details ahead of client review. Key elements include a completed mantle and soapstone installation, with a focus on paint touch-ups. The kitchen features a U-shaped layout for maximum storage and custom cabinetry....

Moldings are essential in architectural design, especially those from before 1950. Modern moldings often lack the clarity and aesthetic appeal of traditional styles. The focus is on the readability of molding design, with critiques of clamshell moldings for their lack of detail. Effective molding...

Ken introduces the Cost and Revealed series, focusing on a cabinet project that highlights specific bloom hinges for cabinet doors. He discusses the cabinetry design, which features an entryway coat closet with adjustable shelves and lift-up doors. Ken stresses the importance of sourcing material...

In this episode, Irene Chen tours an award-winning tropical home in Borneo where architecture and garden design are deeply intertwined. The surrounding landscape features easy-care tropical plants chosen for resilience and beauty, while natural forms and materials shape the home’s structure and f...

The process starts with fastening trim around the garage door and preparing decorative window trim. It includes installing mechanical penetrations for lighting, pipes, and vents, while ensuring proper electrical block setups for vinyl siding. Junction boxes are confirmed necessary for compliance....

The project highlights the final steps in applying stone veneer, focusing on the critical role of grouting for both waterproofing and visual appeal. A two to one sand to cement mix is preferred after initial tests. Challenges with grout bags lead to hand packing for better results. After grouting...

Lauren and Dave transform their backyard with a wildflower meadow designed to boost biodiversity and add natural beauty to their homestead. They forage for materials, revive berry brambles, and use reclaimed elements to shape a more sustainable outdoor space. With their kids involved in the work,...

The 45 White Oak project showcases innovative construction techniques in a confined space. Material management is key, with Cobin Lumber ensuring timely deliveries to reduce disruptions. The project features off-site manufactured walls and traditional framing for the floor system. An open first f...

This house tour explores a beautifully renovated horse country home designed to balance structure, comfort, and playfulness. Lauren Liess guides viewers through a transformed layout that includes a hardworking mudroom, a reimagined living room, and bedrooms organized for calm, everyday function. ...

The tavern space is being transformed with exciting features, including hidden doors and clever storage solutions. The bar area highlights historic linen fold panels and intricate designs, with adjustments made to blend original and new elements. The aim is to create an English pub atmosphere, sh...

Terry arrives and greets everyone while discussing breakfast plans. Updates on home renovations include improvements in wallpaper and painting. A conversation about chateau ownership reveals past experiences with renovations. Challenges with supplies, especially glue stick sizes, are noted. Detai...

In March 2020, a family excitedly purchases a chateau after years of renovation. They share updates on their health and the ongoing recovery process. A tour of the outbuildings begins with the coach house, discussing renovations and storage challenges. The farmhouse is introduced, revealing its c...

A real estate exploration leads to the purchase of a beach house, sparking a challenging renovation process filled with financial risks. The Dune House emerges, showcasing design plans that reflect the local community. As preparations for a photo shoot unfold, market challenges prompt the decisio...

Elaina and Alex on building a driveway as part of their journey towards financial independence. They encounter challenges with tree removal and tractor issues while planning for excavation and house design. Seeking inspiration for a modern farmhouse look, they also coordinate with electric servic...

The Back Bay project showcases a collaboration with architect John Buckley, focusing on offsite stair fabrication for precision. The team enhances efficiency while carpenters install crown molding and wall paneling using the Cucu Brothers molding package. A combo core material ensures a flat surf...

The project at 45 White Oak in Wellesley, Massachusetts showcases significant construction progress. Structural engineer Ben Bulger discusses the impressive size and design of the building, focusing on off-site construction and retaining walls. Key topics include structural compliance, waterproof...

Elena showcases their 2006 Sunline Solaris RV, highlighting its features and the reasons for their purchase. The couple discusses the setup, including the porch and utility connections, and provides an interior tour of the kitchen, dining area, and living space. They share their RV living experie...