Reality reno!
The era of gutting a house and turning it into a gorgeous place to live is definitely upon us. Various TV channels host programs that demolish and rebuild countless homes. Sometimes it is as if they love the thought of tearing things down more than redoing them.
It is amazing the foresight and vision these people have when they see a rather drab, tired, beat-up property that definitely needs a total reno. How do they do it?
Walls are moved, kitchens are completely rearranged, bathrooms are destroyed and rebuilt—nothing is sacred—anything is fair game and can be moved, replaced, and realigned.
I definitely live vicariously through the programs that continually remodel and remake homes that blow your mind. Thank you HGTV for many of them!
It is amazing the foresight and vision these people have when they see a rather drab, tired, beat-up property that definitely needs a total reno. How do they do it?
Walls are moved, kitchens are completely rearranged, bathrooms are destroyed and rebuilt—nothing is sacred—anything is fair game and can be moved, replaced, and realigned.
I definitely live vicariously through the programs that continually remodel and remake homes that blow your mind. Thank you HGTV for many of them!
“Property Brothers” (Drew and Jonathan Scott) is a favorite show where one twin does the remake and the other helps the family find the diamond in the rough that will make the family’s dreams come true. Banter back and forth with the two is good-humored and seems to work well for them. The families are thrilled with what these two can accomplish. While from Canada, the brothers film the programs in many other locations.
Another favorite is the “Fixer Upper” show with Joanna and Chip Gaines of Waco, Texas. They help a family find a home that needs a massive overhaul. Joanna designs and Chip does the reno with lots of good-natured kidding. The decorating that follows all the physical structure changes is massive. She says that is her favorite part and it shows with touches that cover the dishes to the towels--a true makeover. I still wonder about expenses and what if the family doesn’t really like the decorating touches.
One aspect of these shows that is a little perplexing is the amazing decorating that finishes off the remake. Gorgeous furniture with pillows and collectibles that add breath-taking moments when the reveal takes place. It really is over the top on so many of the shows. Who pays for all of this--the budget is often discussed but it doesn’t seem like enough for the features added to all the rooms.
I really would love to see these houses in a few years to determine if the upkeep is maintained. For some of the houses, it seems massive but maybe not!
One aspect of these shows that is a little perplexing is the amazing decorating that finishes off the remake. Gorgeous furniture with pillows and collectibles that add breath-taking moments when the reveal takes place. It really is over the top on so many of the shows. Who pays for all of this--the budget is often discussed but it doesn’t seem like enough for the features added to all the rooms.
I really would love to see these houses in a few years to determine if the upkeep is maintained. For some of the houses, it seems massive but maybe not!
Another show “Good Bones” that I recently started watching is a mother-daughter duo, Karen Laine and Mina Starsiak. They tackle disgusting houses in the area near where they live in Indianapolis. Their goal is to improve the neighborhood and help families find affordable housing. They don’t seem to make a huge profit, but they are usually pleased with salvaging another inner-city property. Again, the decorating is amazing with subtle touches that truly make the house a home by using items they can often reclaim for another purpose. The duo also salvages many of the items, which is a real bonus!
I look around my house and fantasize what would I do. Definitely, I would move the laundry to the second floor from the basement but that takes major change, especially when water lines and electricity are involved. I can keep on dreaming but you never know--maybe someday.
We did reno a tiny bathroom in our landing, heading to the basement. I was pleased with a corner sink the plumber found for us that really makes the room functional.
For now, I have to be satisfied with new pillows, rugs, flowers, or other easy to move objects.
A recent addition to the TV room was a hassock that was actually called a pouf. It is amazing how you can look online and have the item at your house in a matter of days. Make sure you like it--I hate to think about returns.
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