Project Inside Out focuses on creating a custom home that balances comfort and elegance. Clients seek a space for hosting and relaxation, leading to a design that emphasizes observation of their needs. Key areas include a welcoming entrance, a moody powder room, a romantic dining room, a symmetri...

Design updates focus on urgent material purchases and address challenges in house design, particularly for bathrooms and pet distractions. Adjustments to roof framing are necessary to resolve structural deficiencies. The salt box roof style is discussed, emphasizing its unique shape and load dist...

The day starts at a car boot sale, searching for items to buy. Garden maintenance is addressed, focusing on the lawn's growth. Home repairs are discussed, including wall integrity and floorboard gaps filled with cork and wood filler. Pest control is prioritized due to woodworm damage. Solar panel...

Brent Hall shares insights from his trip to Ireland, focusing on classical architecture. He highlights the organization of spaces at Glen Castle and discusses the golden rectangle and Fibonacci sequence in design. Examples like the nautilus shell illustrate the beauty of proportions. Hall emphasi...

Renovation progresses after seven months, uncovering significant structural issues like crumbling joists and lentils. The removal of the fireplace reveals original brick, shifting priorities. Creating access involves lifting flooring, presenting challenges. A partnership with WILD promotes eco-fr...

Lauren introduces a vegetable garden project aimed at involving children in gardening activities. The garden layout features specific dimensions and comfortable walkways. The family digs holes for fence posts and levels them with concrete. Kids participate in assembling raised garden beds, design...

A family embarks on a journey to renovate their Chateau, focusing on essential repairs like the roof and chandelier restoration. They clean decorative items and uncover hidden garden features. The courtyard and barn undergo significant transformations, with flooring replacements and kitchen renov...

Significant progress is made on the roof installation, with the roof framing completed and window installations underway. The team focuses on selecting synthetic slate materials for an authentic look and addresses the complexities of curved valleys. Proper framing and drainage are emphasized in t...

The project focuses on renovating a 1908 Italian revival house, highlighting its architectural significance. The renovation restores original details, addresses past additions, and enhances the Italian garden. Inside, the grand hall's non-original decorations are removed to reveal rich woodwork. ...

The project starts with siding installation, detailing the timeline and types of exterior cladding. It emphasizes Hardy siding and the rain screen system, highlighting essential tools and techniques. Key steps include using a starter strip and effective cutting methods. Unique trim details are sh...

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...

A family embarks on a renovation journey of their new home, designed to accommodate their seven-member household. As they run an interior design firm, they use this project to showcase their style and involve their children in the process. Key changes, like new windows, enhance livability, while ...

Explore the journey of constructing a new house that retains an old soul by focusing on the importance of foundations. The evolution of foundation materials from stone and brick to modern concrete is highlighted, along with the historical context in America. A case study of an 1881 house illustra...

The Victorian era marks a significant transformation in architecture, driven by the Industrial Revolution. Building practices evolve from handmade to machine-made components, allowing for a variety of architectural styles. Steam planing mills improve woodworking efficiency, while railroads enhanc...

A recent rainstorm caused significant erosion on a driveway, highlighting the importance of proper water management. Unlike the previous year, this damage prompted the implementation of erosion control measures, including a rock pond. Plans for repair involve both machinery and manual labor. Afte...

This episode showcases a cabinetry project in a home, focusing on office and den cabinetry. It details features like countertops, desktops, and an AV cabinet designed for airflow. Techniques for cabinet construction, including the use of fillers, are explained. The episode also discusses costs fo...

A series of interior framing projects are detailed, starting with modifications to a laundry nook for appliance accommodation. A storage platform is built above the laundry machines. In the bedroom closet, niches are created for shoe organization. The pantry door is reframed for a pocket door, an...

The house build series kicks off with an overview and the framing of the first floor. A local Amish crew is hired for complex tasks. Despite challenges with heavy materials and humidity, progress is made on the subfloor. Wall framing and window openings are checked, and the ridge beam is installe...

Goslings bring excitement as the family considers names like Snow Drop and Primrose. They involve children in planting flowers while caring for the growing goslings. Amidst this, the family plans renovations for their new beach house, balancing the challenges of raising goslings with preparations...

Morning greetings set a relaxed atmosphere as a roof inspection uncovers missing tiles. Humorous talks about ironing lead to a discussion on sewing curtains, emphasizing their insulation benefits. Plans for DIY projects include gardening and clearing ivy, with a large field designated for events....

The Edgewater Custom project highlights the development of an 8,000 square foot home over two years, blending organic and modern styles. The design team works with builders and architects for seamless feature integration. Key elements include a glass facade, waterfront views, modern kitchen, mini...