The Downtown Darling project in Ottawa showcases a stunning remodel of a 2200 square feet Dutch revival home. The design emphasizes open spaces and beautiful focal points, enhancing natural light. Key features include a cozy living room with an updated fireplace, a transformed kitchen with a larg...

Howie's Villa showcases a hundred-year-old aesthetic with a five-acre garden that takes five years to mature. The design emphasizes cozy corners and smaller spaces for a welcoming atmosphere. Key tips include using non-planned elements and hardscaping for balance. The villa features art-filled in...

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...

The Needham project showcases collaboration with TE Design Group, emphasizing demolition and site work. Groundwater management is essential, with design changes for seasonal adjustments. The foundation elevation is set to prevent flooding, while excavation faces challenges with shale and ledge. W...

Gavin and Nicole step back to tour their smallholding, sharing progress across the wider farm beyond the main house. They explore the history of the piggery, assess the condition of the old cottage and tractor shed, and outline plans to restore each space while preserving the property’s character...

Set in Duck, North Carolina, Dune House is a thoughtfully renovated coastal home designed for ease, light, and everyday living. Lauren Liess reimagines the interior with white oak floors, a sand-inspired palette, and a collected mix of vintage elements—including a reclaimed front door and origina...

A major visual shift arrives as new windows replace failing originals, bringing light, views, and fresh momentum to this old house renovation. Family members lend a hand as demolition uncovers more structural fixes that need attention, reminding everyone this fixer upper still has lessons to teac...

Week nine of the renovation puts interior demolition front and center as Gav tackles wall stripping on his own, relying on skill and experience to manage the physical demands of the job. As this old house begins to open up, surprises appear—including adopted cattle tangled in blackberry bushes ju...

Creating a garden involves selecting plants, preparing soil, and engaging children in the process. The excitement of planting is emphasized, along with the significance of balance and symmetry in layout. Soil preparation includes cleaning beds and discussing compost types. Gardening with kids bui...

The Parkside project highlights the renovation of a 1940s home, merging mid-century and contemporary designs. The team provides a comprehensive service, overseeing everything from design to execution. Key features include a welcoming entrance, a casual living room, a functional kitchen, and a sty...

The Cape Cod Panel project showcases a meticulous approach to framing and construction. The team prepares materials and highlights the advantages of panelization in a controlled setting. They tackle structural challenges and stress the need for pre-field modeling to ensure alignment of architectu...

The site visit in Needham covers essential aspects of foundation engineering and preparation. The team examines soil and backfilling techniques, discusses stone compaction for stability, and reviews foundation layout with survey pinning. Footing dimensions and waterproofing strategies are explain...

Brent Hull looks beneath the surface to examine the role foundations play in giving a new home lasting credibility. Tracing the evolution of American foundations—from stone and brick to poured concrete—the episode explains how structural needs, materials, and building practices have changed over ...

Brent Hull explores the principles of craftsmanship that once defined how homes were built—and why those principles are still essential today. The episode examines traditional skills such as hand carving, custom milling, and precise joinery, along with the education systems that preserve them thr...

This episode explores an award-winning private garden in Singapore where planting, art, and atmosphere are carefully layered into a compact space. Irene Chen walks through the garden she created with Ronnie, sharing how dense planting, sculptural elements, and water features work together to crea...

Excavation uncovers serious water problems, leading to a consultation with a geotech engineer. Key recommendations include adding six inches of stone for stability and elevating the house by six inches to avoid the water table. Foundation preparation focuses on compacting stone and proper footing...

After returning from the beach, Lauren and David check on their garden and discover unexpected growth alongside new challenges. Reflections on years of moving sharpen the meaning of finally putting down roots, while design decisions focus on carving out personal spaces for each child. Stone garde...

Demolition ramps up as Gavin and Nicole strip ceilings and walls back to expose the true condition of their Welsh smallholding. Damp issues and poor past work come to light, reinforcing the need for breathable materials and proper structural upgrades. As usable materials are salvaged and waste is...

For Lauren and David, home is more than walls and finishes—it’s a connection to land, creativity, and the people who share it. As they shape spaces that reflect their values, the children take part in the process, easing transitions and nurturing curiosity along the way. Fairytale-inspired detail...

With just three months until move-in, Lauren and David pause to reflect on how far their renovation has come. The old house—designed for their family of seven—has become both a creative testing ground and an emotional anchor as they balance client work and home decisions. Rich craftsmanship and a...

This beautifully renovated Newfoundland home features a grand entrance with a camel bench and brutalist console. The living room is designed for comfort, while the dining room is perfect for gatherings. Unique art and drapery add warmth throughout. The office showcases a jewel-toned palette, and ...

Six months after leaving Southeast London, Gavin and Nicole look back on the progress made at their derelict Welsh farmhouse and across the surrounding 13.5 acres. Overgrown land has been cleared, major repairs tackled, and key decisions made to modernize the house without losing its character. S...