{"id":52988,"date":"2026-01-26T21:10:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T02:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drewandjonathan.com\/?post_type=show&p=52988"},"modified":"2026-03-22T18:39:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T22:39:31","slug":"dont-hate-your-house-season-1-episode-11","status":"publish","type":"show","link":"https:\/\/www.drewandjonathan.com\/show\/dont-hate-your-house-season-1-episode-11\/","title":{"rendered":"Yosemite and Charlie Get a Two-Level Overhaul"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Yosemite and Charlie love to have friends over for game nights<\/a>, dinner soirees, and movie marathons<\/a>, but they’ve been discouraged by their home and its layout\u2014especially when it comes to entertaining guests. There’s outdated and dangerous flooring, there isn’t enough space for company to sit and relax, the layout is disjointed, and still plenty more that they’ve been wanting to renovate for a while now. So, Yosemite and Charlie are hoping Drew and Jonathan can help them bring their newfound vision to life in this episode of Don’t Hate Your House<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In theory, it could make more sense for the couple to move. But other circumstances are keeping them in place. “We have a lot of frustrations with this house, but one of the reasons we can’t move is my parents,” Charlie says. “They’re at the age where they need a little bit of looking after, so we had purchased this place a little bit larger and they had moved in with us for little bit\u2014for about a year and a half.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“And it got to be that they needed more help than we could give them,” Yosemite adds. So now, Charlie’s mom and dad are just about two miles down the road getting the care they need, and Charlie and Yosemite are staying close by so they can visit or come help out whenever they’d like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They want to make the home feel fun but sophisticated, with a cleaner look that fits their modern style<\/a>. However, there’s a lot to get done. Between two levels of renovations, a few different walls they want to open up, leveling a floor, moving gas pipes, and a laundry list of must-haves, their healthy budget could run into some major roadblocks if anything pops up along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bright and Welcoming Entrance<\/h5>

Yosemite and Charlie hated the dark tile that lined the stairs and foyer of their home. It made the space feel cramped and cold, and caused a tripping hazard for guests going up and down the stairs to get to the main living area. After speaking with the couple, the Bros knew they wanted to brighten up the front entrance and give it some new life. Lighter luxury vinyl flooring and a fresh coat of paint<\/a> turned a space that was once dark and dreary into the light and bright entrance that Yosemite wanted.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Inviting Dining Room<\/h5>

The dining room was a huge headache for Yosemite and Charlie. It was on a raised level above the main living area, and people tripped over the step frequently. Drew and Jonathan leveled the floors and it made a world of difference. That, coupled with new modern dining furniture<\/a> and personal photos, and their dining area finally feels like a cozy space they want to invite guests into.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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New, Modern Living Space <\/h5>

The travertine floors were both outdated and potentially dangerous. Travertine is extremely expensive to maintain and, if not properly cared for, you can often be left with large cracks and holes in the stone\u2014which is exactly what happened to Yosemite and Charlie. They opted for a lighter-toned luxury vinyl floor that’s easy to maintain. With built-ins, a better seating arrangement, and a more modern style scheme, the room finally feels like a space the couple wants to entertain in.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Open-Concept Kitchen<\/h5>

Yosemite has always wanted an open kitchen. Charlie is usually the cook, and Yosemite hates that he’s cut off from the fun and games when guests are over. They decided on a more open-concept kitchen, and knocked down the wall separating the kitchen and living area so they could replace it with an island. Now, conversation can flow no matter what.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Game Table Conversation Lounge<\/h5>

Yosemite and Charlie were unhappy with the lower level because of how cluttered it was, and how none of it was cohesive. They felt like there was a lot of wasted space in this area, and they wanted to make better use of it.<\/p>\n

In the main area that you walk into, Drew and Jonathan decided on a welcoming game table<\/a> space for cards, board games, and conversation. Yosemite and Charlie weren’t using the fireplace on this level, so they closed it off to add art to the wall and give it some personality.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Charlie’s Built-In Bar <\/h5>

Charlie’s dream was to have a built-in bar at the house, and the Bros wanted to bring that dream to life! The goal was to turn it into a focal point, with a complete bar setup that felt professional and well-designed. They installed everything from cabinetry to a sink, wine fridge<\/a>, seating for guests, and plenty of storage to create a true wet bar that Charlie can bartend in for friends.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Pinball Display<\/h5>

Yosemite really wanted to showcase her pinball collection but in a way that made the room feel cozy and welcoming. Drew and Jonathan decided to add comfortable chairs<\/a>, and put the pinball machines on full display. The added dart board helps bring movement into the room, too.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Shop the Look<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Check out the decor, furniture, and more seen in this episode–and get it for yourself!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

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Click here to see all of the items featured in this episode!<\/p>\n

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