Brightening Up the Living Space

Ted and Erin loved the view from the living room, but Erin didn’t love the fireplace facade. She felt it was outdated and made the room feel dark—but still loved the idea of having a fireplace. Plastering over the existing brick saved them several thousand dollars, which really helped in the long run with how much they had to fix in plumbing and electricity.

They repainted the beams in a neutral grey, and installed cabinetry along the media wall for a hidden storage solution. Paired with updated flooring, the living room feels like a whole new space.

A Fully Gutted Kitchen

The kitchen almost doesn’t look recognizable! Due to all the faulty wiring and the worn, broken fixtures, Drew and Jonathan decided the best solution (and the one that the couple would appreciate most) is to start from scratch with a new cooking space that fits their style, works functionally, and is built for modern-day use.

Opening Up the Dining Space

By turning the kitchen peninsula into a large-scale island and converting the old sliding glass door to a floor-to-ceiling window, the Bros were able to make Ted and Erin’s dining space feel way more open and welcoming. Now, Erin is able to live out her dream of hosting family holiday dinners and the people they love in a space that feels their own.

An Airy Primary

The primary bedroom needed a serious facelift—and using the palette that Ted and Erin decided on, the room got just that. Vertical plank walls make the room feel larger, while better lighting and cozy furniture keep the space looking comfortable and calm.

Opening Up the Bathroom

What was once a dingy, dysfunctional bathroom is now an oasis for Ted and Erin. New lighting, finer finishes, and a completely fresh shower setup made the biggest difference. Finally, the space feels like the home spa they were hoping for.

Host-Worthy Backyard Lounge

Luckily, AJ and Carin were able to purchase the house under asking, so they had a little more cushion to work with when it comes to renovations.

A large chunk of that was put into their fabulous outdoor lounge and dining area, where they’re excited to host game nights, dinner soirees, and watch parties with friends and family. They included a cozy sectional sofa, a sweet picnic-style dining table, and of course, had to go all-out on the backyard kitchen for AJ.

Comfy, Cozy Rental Bedroom

White-washed pine walls and cozy, warm bedding makes this rental bedroom feel like a home away from home for short-term guests spending the night. Bedside drawers and plenty of cabinetry on the opposite wall provide the storage guests need to feel organized on vacation, while a sweet gift basket perched on the bed boosts rental appeal in photographs and adds that extra memorable touch.

…And Modern Kitchenette

For the short-term rental kitchen, AJ and Carin wanted the space to feel streamlined, but still equipped with everything a guest might need. They included a fridge, microwave, and coffee station, with a modern bistro set that helps make the room feel complete.

AJ’s Sophisticated Office Space

AJ is a huge Dodgers fan, and one of the things he lost in the fires was his extensive bobbleheads collection. Drew and Jonathan wanted to surprise him with a few things to help start off his new Dodgers memorabilia, so they hung rally towels and framed team photos to make the space feel like his own again.