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When a house no longer feels like home, homeowners are left with a big financial and emotional question: renovate or sell it? Love It or List It helps fed-up homeowners decide. In each hour-long episode Realtor David Visentin and designer Hilary Farr compete for the homeowners' final decision to stay or go.
2009
Michael and Jeffery's kitchen is cramped, and their basement is dark and outdated. While Hilary works to fix their home, David struggles to find them a new home that meets their needs and fits within their unrealistic budget.
The Nguyen's feel the time has come to make a change and convert their house back to a single family home. With living quarters split up among the main floor and basement the family is desperate to reclaim their space. Manh feels the house is "lucky" and thinks a renovation is the answer to their problems. Masako on the other hand feels there are too many things to do and it's easier and more beneficial to move. Will Hilary continue the "lucky" streak and convince Masako its best to stay or can David start their luck in another home and convince Manh it's time to leave?
For Martine and Eddie- Love it or List It's consummate contractor, a potential filled home has become a huge headache. After two years, life dedicated to his masterful work on the show has left Eddie with little time to complete the mountain of must haves needed to transform their cramped quarters into the open oasis Martine deserves. With Martine and David itching for the ease of a project free home, Eddie has no choice but to put his faith in Hilary, but when things get heated, this hard working handy man will need to learn to trust his team or risk losing his dream home forever.
After looking at hundreds of homes John and Cecile found the "perfect house" and were on the path to early retirement when life took them in a different direction. John and Cecile's once "perfect" home is no longer as they are now in a position where they need to make some major changes. Will Hilary be able to sway Cecile and show her the house has the potential to carry them through this transition period or can David convince John the time has come to explore other options and move.
With their bungalow bursting and a new baby due any day, the Gallagher's are in serious need of a domestic do-over. With tight budgets in hand, Hilary and David will have to race against the clock if they hope to provide this feuding family with some much needed breathing space before baby number four arrives.
Michael and Jeff have lived in their century-old house for 12 years. They love the historic neighborhood, but the love for their home has fizzled. Michael's ready to move out and downsize, but Jeff isn't sure he's ready to leave.
Love It or List It contractor Eddy and his wife, Martine, bought their home two years ago with plans to renovate. But Eddy struggles to manage his time between work on the show and work at home.
Retired couple John and Cecile had begun looking for retirement homes when they had a family change and took in their great-nephew Colin. Now the main floor of their house doesn't have enough room for everyone.
A couple bought a tiny cottage in the city before deciding they want to have kids, and now there's not enough space for their growing family.
2008
Richard and Kim bought their charming row-house 12 years ago, but as their family has grown, the home has remained the same. They are constantly battling the layout and storage in their house. It's time for Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will work within the confines of their house to gain more space and renew the function. David will show them houses with enough space for everyone. And in the end, Richard and Kim will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Steve and Jessica loved their Victorian home, but with Steve's growing instrument collection and two kids, their house seems smaller than ever. Ready to help are Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will revamp the house for more storage and an updated style. David will search for better homes with more space to convince them to move. When all the work is done, Steve and Jessica will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Brad and Laura have twin teenage boys and a toddler. With the arrival of their third child, the boys were forced to share a room. Although it was fun for a while, there simply isn't enough space for the growing boys. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will look to open up space in the suburban home so each of the boys can have their own room. Realtor David will search for houses that can fit the family even as the kids get older. In the end, Brad and Laura will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they love it? Or List It?
Andrew and Kiera bought their home knowing it needed some work. They tackled many of the projects around the house, but they've hit a wall with the layout issues. They can't decide if it's better to move or to stay. Designer Hilary and Realtor David want to help them make that decision. Hilary and her team will rework the house to better suit the young family. David will search for homes that will meet their needs. And after all the work is done, Andrew and Kiera will have to make a choice, will they love their home again? Or will they list it?
Jay and Sherry have an older son they wanted to keep at home, so the basement unit of their house is perfect. Although they're all together, the layout of the house has major issues - the kitchen is tiny and the bedrooms aren't private. The family doesn't know what to do. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team renovate the house to make it function for everyone. David will search for houses that will convince the family to move. In the end, Jay and Sherry will have to choose what's best for their family. Should they love their house again? Or should they list it?
Tim and Tarquin's family has outgrown their house. The lack of bedrooms and angled walls on the main floor have them wondering what to do. Designer Hilary and Realtor David want to help the family with their housing problems. Hilary and her team will renovate the major problem areas of the house to make the family love it again. David will search for houses that will convince the family to leave. And after all the work is finished, Tim and Tarquin will have to make a decision about their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
David and Geneva bought their fixer-upper in search of more room for their growing family. But four years later, the renovations are still not completed and Geneva is fed up. David, on the other hand, thinks all the house needs is a little more work and it could be the perfect home for their now family of four. But one of the main problems with the house starts at the front door... if you can even find it. The home's address is on one street, but their "front entrance" is on another street. On top of that, much of the home is cold, and there's a lack of privacy--the kids' room is attached to the master bedroom. Fed up with the dysfunctional layout that lacks a proper front entrance, David and Geneva call upon experts Jillian and Todd for some much needed solutions. Jillian and her design team will transform their house into an open concept oasis, while Todd will convince the family it's time for a new home. In the end, will they love it or list it?
Franny and Salim bought this tranquil five bedroom family home in 1986, more than fourteen years after leaving East Africa for a new life. Although it was an ideal home for raising their family, there are now four grown adults living in the home because their daughters Alysha and Alyah have yet to move out. Franny doesn't want to give up on their home full of memories, but the rest of the family thinks it's time to move on. The girls are fed up with not having any personal space and there's only one usable bathroom for everyone to share... Enter competitors Jillian and Todd. Designer Jillian and her team will transform this crowded house into a relaxing space for the entire family, while Todd feels he can find all the breathing room they need in another home. When all is said and done, Franny, Salim, Alysha, and Alyah will have to decide... will they love their home again or will they list it?
Derek and Andy were drawn to their home by the old-world charm, but now that they have two kids, and are looking to have more, their house doesn't fit their family. That's where Designer Hilary and Realtor David come in. Hilary and her team will reconfigure the space so it will fit the family now and in the future. David will search for home with both the character and charm they love, and the additional space they need. After all the work is finished, Derek and Andy will have a decision to make. Will they love their house again? Or will they list it?
Roy and Maggie loved their house from the moment they saw it. But after raising three boys and starting their own business, their family has outgrown the space - especially when it comes to storage. Realtor David and Designer Hilary are ready to help. David will look for houses to fit their family while Hilary will renovate their home hoping to convince them to love it again. In the end, Roy and Maggie will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It Or List It?
When Jeff and Carolyn decided to buy their first house together, it was a big deal for the self described procrastinator and his long-time girlfriend. When a small character home caught Jeff's eye, she knew they had to move fast. Excited about making their new house a home, they made big plans to overhaul the entire house. But eight years later, they've still got some major issues. To help this conflicted couple are designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try to turn this '30s bungalow into a comfortable new living and entertaining space, while Todd tries to sell them a new home that suits an active life style. Stuck with a tiny house that is sabotaging their social life, Carolyn and Jeff will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Mike and Linnea bought this house five years ago so they could raise their active family near the mountains. Being surrounded by parks and plenty of green space is exactly what their family wanted. But with so much time spent playing outside, sporty Dad hasn't gotten around to tackling any of the projects inside the house. From some missing carpet in the master bedroom, to the dark and dingy basement bathroom, Linnea can't seem to get past all of her home's issues. To keep this clashing couple from going ten more rounds, enter rivals designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try to turn this haphazard house into a comfortable family home that makes room for Mom, while Todd tries to sell them on another house that meets all of their needs. Sick of sparring over their dysfunctional dwelling, Mike and Linnea will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Four years ago, Jeff and Paige discovered a beautiful beach community and instantly fell in love with it. So when a beach house became available, they jumped on it and downsized. They tolerated the small, two-bedroom vacation home until their third child was born, but now the house is bursting at the seams. From the lack of space in the kitchen to the tiny living room cluttered with children's toys, Paige thinks it's time to move on to a more suitable home for their family. Here to save the day are experts designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian's team will take this cramped cottage and try to transform it into a functional family retreat, while Todd believes he can redefine the serenity of coastal living with a new home. Desperate to stay in their beautiful beach community but fed up with the vacation home that was never meant for year round living, Jeff and Paige will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
2009
Andrew and Julie loved their house from the moment they saw it being built. Now that they have three kids, their family has outgrown the space. Realtor David and Designer Hilary are ready to help. David will look for houses to fit their family and Hilary will renovate their home to convince them to love it again. In the end, Andrew and Julie will have to choose what to do with their house - Love It Or List It?
Eric and Kim tried to make their house function for their family, but after renovation costs soared, they started looking for alternatives. They moved their master bedroom to the attic, and now, they can't take it anymore. Realtor David and designer Hilary come to help. David searches for the family a home with enough bedrooms for everyone, while Hilary works to open up space within their house. When all the work is done, Eric and Kim will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It Or List It?
Rod and Jennifer got married and quickly started having kids. With three kids in just over three years, they didn't have time to change the bachelor's house into a family home. Realtor David and designer Hilary are ready to help the family find function and style. David will search for houses that will fit everyone. Hilary will transform the house to find purpose in the home. In the end, Rod and Jennifer will have to decide what to do. Will they love their revamped bachelor pad, or if they'll list it.
Rob and Kim decided they were ready to start a family, and they needed a bigger house to do so. When life didn't go according to plan, they found themselves living in an oversized home, with only hopes of filling it with family. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help the couple find a home that fits their lives now. Hilary and her team will revamp the house, making it once again feel like home. David will search for downsized homes that will convince the couple to move. In the end, Rob and Kim will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or will they List It?
Andy and Helen searched through hundreds of houses to find a feng shui, mother-in-law approved home. They have lived in their house for 15 years. But, now it doesn't fit their family with three growing boys. Designer Hilary and Realtor David arrive to help the family with their crammed home. Hilary will revamp the house to work for the family, while keeping it feng shui. David will search for larger feng shui homes with enough space and function for everyone. Once all the experts' work has been done, Andy and Helen will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they love their home again? Or will they list it?
Andy and Parveen were recently married, but don't live under the same roof. Each of them has two children, but neither of them has enough bedrooms in their house to combine their families. Andy lives in a triplex where the third floor tenants recently moved, and he thinks it's the answer to their problem. Parveen doesn't feel the same way. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her crew will transform the triplex into a family home, while David will search for the perfect home for the enlarged family. And when all the experts' work is complete, Andy and Parveen will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Gerard, Laka and their son Adonai live in a small home. At 6 feet tall, Gerard realized he made a mistake when they moved in. The ceiling height and lack of space forces him to spend much of his time in the basement, where he can stand tall. But despite Gerard's issues with their home, Laka loves their house, but doesn't know if it will fit another child. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her crew will revamp the home to better fit Gerard, and function for their soon expanded family. David will search for homes with character, space and taller ceilings. In the end, Gerard and Laka will have to decide what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Chris and Stephanie bought what looks like the perfect home, but once inside problems are everywhere. After five years, and having a baby, they're not sure about the future of their house. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will renovate the house to make it once again function for the family. David will search for family homes to convince them to move. After all the work has been done, Chris and Stepahanie will have to decide what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or will they List It?
Chris and Petria bought their small house for its location, energy and character. But after having kids and adapting a vegan lifestyle, their home no longer has enough space. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will rework the house with the family's green lifestyle in mind, so they will fall in love with their home again. David will search for houses with an energy that will make the family list their home and move. And after all the experts' work is done, Chris and Petria will have to decide what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Lee and Erin are passionate about art, and they needed wall space to showcase their paintings. So, they bought a modern home in a location they love. Then they repurposed the home to fit their family, but after adopting another child, the small house has even bigger problems. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will renovate the house to give everyone in the family their own space. David will search for homes with a modern design and the room the family needs. And in the end, Lee and Erin will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Doug and Ellie rented for over two decades. Then, when they were able to buy a home, they made a quick decision. With two children almost ready to move out, the house doesn't fit the family or the future. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will revamp the house to fit the family's needs. David will search for homes to fit now and later. In the end, Doug and Ellie will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Mom Natalie and son Brandon have lived in their small home since Brandon was little, but now that he's older, they need more privacy. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will renovate their house from the outside in to give them the low maintenance outdoor space they deserve and the privacy inside they need. David will search for houses with all their musthaves that will convince them to move. In the end, they'll have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
John and Rebecca quickly bought their first home before having their first child, but now that they want to have another child, the house doesn't fit. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will reformat the already renovated house to better function for the growing family. David will search for homes with enough space for everyone, and have a layout that works better for the family. When all the work is done, John and Rebecca will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
2011
A couple who run a day care out of their home need more space for themselves and the kids.
2012
Joe and Linh's twins turn their dream home into a wedge between them.
Matt and Kelly's aging row house and eroding foundations.
A space that has both character and function.
Roxy and Dee's relationship; Hilary and David work to create harmony.
A family of seven needs more space.
Phil and Kelly's fourth child is on the way and they are outgrowing their two-story home.
Joe is looking for a new house after living in a condo.
Dueling sisters want more privacy.
A move to the suburbs to be closer to cultural amenities.
Desmond wants more space.
Marisa's century home leaves Chris wanting a more modern build.
A family business and an active family needs more space.
A home to accommodate three generations.
A family runs out of space.
Oliver buys a home that needs fixing.
Catherine is attached to Scott's house.
A rundown bungalow leads to a fresh start.
Aaron and Danielle want a new home to start their family.
An area for the kids' hockey activities may mean a larger house with a backyard.
Sarena & Flare need more room in their tiny basement.
Wendie and Dave's suburban home has become a daily battle.
A family-owned legacy farmhouse of five generations has too much space.
A couple with plans to have a second child end up expecting twins.
Creating a private space for a mother and daughter.
Creating more space for a baby on the way.
Re-inventing a tight basement to provide more space.
A tiny townhouse holds a family of seven.
No main floor living space in a small house.
An easier-to-manage manor home.
A tiny bungalow by a lakeside.
Transforming a huge house into a home.
A family of seven needs a change.
A historic Victorian home needs an update.
Police officers cannot agree on whether to update or relocate.
A suburban home to accommodate a multi-generational family.
Sarah and Andrew need a bigger house.
Kelly and Robin need an expansion for their growing family.
Cam wants a house with more space.
Jody needs space to breathe; Sam wants to make their current home work.
Season 5, Episode 40 of HGTV's Love It or List It.
Karina, her son and her sister had to squeeze back into a small bachelorette pad.
Richard wants to move to a larger home, but Danielle doesn't want to leave her elderly aunt, who lives next door.
After Deborah and Jay inherit a large sum of money, they argue over keeping their home or moving.
When Barb and Pete bought their semi detached home it was with a 5 year plan. Over a decade and two active, teenaged kids later, they’re still there and struggling with the tiny cramped spaces more than ever. Can Hilary prove to Pete that this house can work? Or will David find them the home that delivers not only the space they need, but the peace of mind they deserve?
Brian needs a home that accommodates his disabilities.
A family of four lives in the basement of a three-story house.
A family lives in a small home with a chopped-up floorplan.
With their tiny house crawling with people, Hilary makes the most of Sue and Bruce's home while David presents a move-in-ready space.
Hilary tries to fit YJ and Michael's home to fit their needs while David searches for a new home.
Janice bought a house without consulting Trevor.
A couple disagrees on the future of their former triplex.
Delilah has had enough with Dan's renovations.
After spending two years fixing up their home and increasing the value, a couple must decide whether or not to sell.
After a two-year search for their dream home, a couple needs the house to be more functional, or they need to find a new one.
A large family no longer fits in their home, they need more space either through renovation or a move.
In spite of a large yard, a couple is divided over their bungalow's ability to house their growing family.
A realtor helps a couple find a home large enough without losing the charm of their current home; expanding a highly-debated space.
After relocating to a rural home, a couple wants a home that combines urban functionality with the room that they have.
While a woman feels cramped in their townhouse after the birth of her daughter, her husband is determined to make it work for their new family.
After patching up their relationship, a couple realizes they have a lot of things to fix with their house as well.
With an unfinished basement and cramped spaces, a home no longer suits the purposes of a couple who likes to entertain.
Nevada is tired of chaos, while Kevin thinks their home can be made functional.
A man loves the location of his house, but his wife feels confined by the cramped living area, and would prefer a more open concept in the country.
2015
After spending two years fixing up their home and increasing the value, a couple is divided over its future. He wants to list it and profit from their investment, but she sees it as an investment for their family.
Professional mom and stay-at-home dad are torn between the basic functions of the family's bungalow.
A family of nine has outgrown their home. Hilary works to transform the space to create function for the family, while David looks for homes that provide all the hassle-free space they need.
Eager to start a family, a couple has become divided over their bungalow's ability to house their next chapter. The ample space outside no longer makes up for the cramped quarters inside.
After ditching suburban space to join his wife Marci in her charming-but-tiny home, Matt quickly began feeling buried. David works to find homes they can both love while Hilary tries to show off the true potential of their house.
A couple married and traded in their downtown condo for a rural home. While he loves the land and roomy garage for his racecar, she's not happy and is desperate for a home that combines urban functionality with car-ready space.
Carla and Josmell's dreams are divided over the future of their cramped townhouse.
Dwayne is eager for a move in ready home but Hong-An is not ready.
A couple debates a large basement renovation.
Kevin is convinced they can make their home function well, but Nevada is tired of the daily chaos. Will David find them a new house without the to-do list, or can Hilary reinvent the home's hotly debated spaces?
A couple is torn between fixing up their home in the city and moving to the country for more land.
A couple is torn between their century-old farmhouse with music camp and a family ready home.
A couple has spent eight years battling a never-ending to-do list in their midcentury home. He loves the feel of the house, but she's fed up with issues constantly popping up.
2018
After he grew up in a house on 100 acres and she spent her life in houses with small lots close to neighbors, a couple compromised on a fixer upper on 1.5 acres near a nice neighborhood. While they painted and put in some new floors, the major renovations in the house just seemed too much to handle. She's eager for David to find them a new house with a gourmet kitchen perfect for her baking business but he insists that they can make the house work with Hilary's help.
Ready to expand their family, a couple is fed up with the lack of functionality in their 1,200 square-foot house. While they spend a lot of time at home and love the location, she thinks the house is already too small and would never work if they had another child. He, however, doesn't think they'll ever find a home in the same location with as much charm within their budget. Will David find them a home with the space they need or will Hilary make them fall in love all over again by reinventing many of the home's size-challenged spaces?
A couple fell in love with a home in a coveted family friendly community near a golf course and hastily purchased it before they had even started a family. Now, three kids later, she's decided the dated house cannot accommodate all the clutter and activity of their busy family. While she's ready to move into a house that functions better for all of them, he loves their street and cannot dream of leaving it behind. Can the couple love their home again with Hilary's help or will David find them a house with all the space they need?
Bert and Tommy share Tommy's eclectic, 1980s contemporary home, but Bert wants a home that reflects them both. The couple loves to entertain and host visiting artists and friends, but Bert feels the house is dated, lacks the space and function for their needs and leaves him with no space to call his own. Bert wants David to find them their dream home with a pool, but Tommy, the creative visionary, sees potential and hopes Hilary can bring their dream to life in their current home.
Jill and Joe love their ranch home's outdoor space, with a nice deck, a pool and a shed that Joe converted into a pub where the whole neighborhood congregates. But with the addition of their two adopted sons, their once-cozy house turned into a loving home with a lot of chaos and not enough space. Jill wants a bigger and better home for the boys to grow up in, but Joe wants to make improvements to the inside of their home to match its kid-friendly outdoor spaces. Hilary Farr has big plans to make the couple's home more functional, but David Visentin is ready to tempt them with a new house that has enough space for the whole family.
William and Ashley bought their cozy, 1950s home in a prime neighborhood when their family was much smaller, but their three growing sons are testing the limitations of the house. The kitchen is dated and cut off, and two of the boys share a bedroom. Ashley admits that their house is small but believes they can add square footage to increase function and flow. She's ready to have Hilary Farr work her design magic, but William wants David Visentin to show them houses that will convince Ashley to move.
Empty nesters disagree over whether they should improve their current home or find something smaller and easier to maintain. She can't see the potential in their closed-off quarters and hopes David can find them a new home that's great for entertaining friends and family. He, however, is holding on to the memories created in their home after raising three kids there and thinks Hilary can change his wife's mind with a simple makeover.
After welcoming their second child into the home, a woman feels her family's house is getting too small. With toys and basketball hoops in every room, she strongly feels the size of the home simply no longer works and is hoping David can find them a house that fits everyone's needs. Her husband, however, has carved out multiple spaces for himself as well as his plethora of clothes and shoes. He's hoping Hilary can make them fall in love with the home by reinventing many of its hotly debated spaces.
After buying their first home together, a family grew by three young children; while the home has been improved, she's had enough of the small space and is ready to expand into a house with plenty of room to raise their family.
Their family home on a large horse farm is a dream for this horse lover, but her city-raised husband has had all he can take; she loves the amazing views and abundant outdoor space, whereas he no longer feels like there's enough space indoors.
A couple loves their midcentury modern ranch home with its charm and close proximity to downtown, but they are starting to feel like their family is outgrowing the home and wish they had a more functional space. While Hilary tries to discover a better use of space within their home, David looks for a more accommodating home near the downtown scene.
A couple once excited by the potential of their family starter home has now grown tired of its cookie-cutter concept and lack of space. Hilary greets the challenge of finding space while upgrading from builder-grade design, while David tries to to find them a new neighborhood to love
A couple with an idyllic yet quirky house near a lake is now feeling cramped after their family doubled in size. Although they'd love to raise their children in this location, the 1,650-square-foot house doesn't provide enough private space for everyone. While Hilary's mission is to make them fall in love with their property again, David searches for a better fit for their family.
Todd and Robyn are ready to get what they want in a house now that their children have grown up and moved out. Todd wants a lot of space for entertaining and hosting their kids when they visit, whereas Robyn is convinced that their future is in a new place downtown within walking distance of all their favorite haunts. Designer Hilary Farr finds creative ways to inject new life into this playful couple's home while real estate agent David Visentin heads downtown to find them a perfect place closer to the action.
Steve and Theresa custom-built their dream home on a large, private lot, but the house doesn't work for them anymore. Steve wants to address Theresa's biggest complaints by fixing the kitchen and master bathroom, but Theresa would rather find a smaller home on less land that's better suited to them as they grow older. Designer Hilary thinks a renovation will ease Theresa's concerns, while realtor David sets out to convince the couple that a new home closer to downtown will solve all their problems.
Rachel and Adam's family has outgrown their home, with three of their four children sharing one bedroom. Adam sees plenty of potential in the house to add more space, but work-at-home mom Rachel is ready to move to a larger house with a mudroom, playroom and guest room. Hilary Farr hunts for a way to enhance the function and hidden space in the house, while David Visentin searches for the home of their dreams with room to spare.
Michael and Natalie bought their home in a rush, and after painting, putting on an addition and living in it for a while, she's still bothered by too many functional issues. She operates an art print and stationery business out of the house, so she would like a dedicated office space with storage. Michael loves the home's traditional aspects, large yard and short commute to his job. Designer Hilary Farr attempts to make the house work better for Natalie so that she can finally love living there, while realtor David Visentin works on finding the couple a new home that they can both get excited about.
Busy parents are struggling in their 1970s home with a choppy floor plan.
A couple purchased their current home in haste despite it's flaws so they could be closer to work and school. Although they love the area, their 1990s house is dated and does not have all the space, function and style they would prefer. While Hilary is determined to deliver the luxuries they desire from their previous home, David looks to find them their dream home in the neighborhood they love.
After six years in their current home, Garrett and Katy disagree over whether it meets their requirements for style and function. Garrett loves its location in an area with rapidly increasing property values, but Katy has never liked the house and wants a better work space for her home-based business. Designer Hilary Farr has a plan to solve some of the functional issues with the house and make it more Katy's style, while Realtor David Visentin sets out to find the family a better home where they can start over.
2021
A blended family thought they could fix up their massive home themselves, but Mom is struggling with buyer's remorse. Hilary offers a plan to keep them out of a permanent construction zone, and David looks for a home to meet their needs for years to come.
A couple loves their family home so much they purchased it twice, but while he still enjoys the house after moving back in, she's done with the dated dysfunction. They must choose between Hilary's full renovation or David's promise of a perfect new place.
A woman never wants to leave her charming 1985 home that's blocks from downtown, but her husband thinks they made a big mistake. He wants an open floor plan for entertaining which Hilary and David try to deliver for this couple and their downtown dream.
A young family of four fell in love with the seemingly abundant space of their home, but as the kids grow up, the house is beginning to feel much smaller. Hilary and David offer their plans to find this active family the space and functionality they need.
A couple thought their home was the perfect size when they moved in, but three kids later, they've completely run out of space. Hilary works to create a more functional layout while David searches for a new house with an obstacle-free kitchen.
A couple who loves to entertain enjoys living near her family, but their dated home desperately needs a facelift. Hilary looks to give them a beautiful upgrade with space for salsa dancing, while David aims to find them a new home with room to party.
A growing family planned on renovating the layout of their home, but six years later, they've had no time to focus on fixes. Hilary addresses the house's major storage issues and functionality, while David finds a new property that fits all their needs.
A woman struggled with the layout of her husband's home from the start, and now with two kids, she's done with the dated and cramped space. She knows David can find them a bigger home, while he thinks Hilary can win the family over with her design magic.
A couple's family home was move-in ready over a decade ago, but now they're struggling with its dark, dated and cramped style. Hilary brightens things up with an open and airy update, while David finds an open concept home that doesn't need any work.
A man bought his mother's house when he got married, but decades later, his wife feels like she could never make it her own. He hopes that Hilary can make this all-original home feel new again, while she's excited by the possibilities David has to offer.
2017
A couple disagrees on whether their attic holds potential for more space.
A couple debates the functionality of their home's entertaining spaces.
Gray loves the family home, but April is distracted by the lack of design.
Will a family of five that's outgrown their home move or make it work?
A lack of laundry, bed and bath space sparks a debate for a growing family.
A couple struggles with the lack of functionality and space in their home.
A first-time mom is ready to leave the house her husband purchased online.
Two overworked parents want to entice their mother-in-law to come back.
A couple debates whether their house can accommodate visiting family.
Zahid loves his large backyard pond, but Shelly wants more privacy.
2018
A man tries to convince his wife to move out of her inherited family home.
A couple's renovated home still doesn't function for their family of five.
A couple considers either creating more space or moving closer to friends.
A couple hopes Hilary can remodel their quirky home to be more spacious.
A couple outgrows their starter home and looks for more room to entertain.
An entrepreneurial couple looks to expand their home for side projects.
A couple's charming first home came with a lot of surprise renovations.
A family of six struggles with clutter and a tiny, outdated kitchen.
A couple debates updating his former bachelor pad or starting new together.
2015
After adopting their teenage daughter, Mason and Shannon felt as though their 2,000-square-foot home might be too small for a family of four. Will David find them a family-ready home, or will Hilary reinvent their cramped space?
2014
A couple are divided when it comes to selling their tiny 1100-square-foot home, which, as is, isn't big enough for their growing family, but there is some hesitation about moving, because an elderly aunt lives right next door. While Hilary gets to work on her plan for a third-bedroom extension, David is busy scouring the nearby area for a more spacious abode.
A widow and her son return to the bachelorette pad she once shared with her sister, but the space needs to be reimagined for them to stay and not consider moving into a different home chosen for them by David.
Hilary and David compete to win over a pair of urban hippies who have inherited a large sum of money and are conflicted over whether to renovate their crumbling home or start fresh in a new place.
Hilary faces the challenge of renovating an 1800-square-foot home in an affluent neighborhood to accommodate a father who has limited hearing and eyesight, while David plans to find a house with an open floor plan that will work for the entire family.
Hilary and David offer their expertise to help a family of four living in the basement apartment of a three-story centrally located home that needs some renovation.
A woman is reluctant to leave 20 years of memories, but her partner is ready to move out of their current 1100-square-foot abode and find a bigger house for their family of five.
The ultraorganized half of a couple contends that a 1000-square-foot bungalow has more than enough space for a growing family of six, but not everyone in her household agrees.
A couple living in a tiny, cramped home with two teenagers ask David and Hilary for help.
A blended family of five living in a home without enough bedrooms and bathrooms ask Hilary to create them some much-needed space, while David tries to find them a house that better suits their needs.
A family want more space than their three-bedroom home offers, and so they consider a move with prodding from David; at the same time, Hilary tries to expand their current abode to satisfy their ever-changing needs.
A former multifamily home in a central location causes some tension between a couple.
A midcentury bungalow with loads of potential has put a couple at odds with each other.
A couple are split on whether to stay in a tiny home, which was purchased by one of them without consulting the other.
2022
A married couple with twin teen sons is in a home that's been causing tension and stress for a long time. One has a sentimental attachment and thinks Hilary can transform the space, but the other can't wait for David to find them the new, perfect place.
Hilary Farr pulls back the curtain as she reveals the creative process and obstacles of renovating her own home! David is by her side as a supportive friend, but that doesn't stop him from trying to woo her away with the other amazing homes in the area.
A traditional Jewish family has outgrown their starter house and need more room for a kosher home. She's ready for David to find a new place with a larger kitchen, but he thinks Hilary can turn their small space into the perfect place for their family.
A couple and their three sons have been in their outdated home for almost 20 years, and it's in need of a major overhaul. She thinks if Hilary gets it right, they'll fall in love with their house again, but he feels David can provide the best solution.
A couple is finally ready for a solution to their dated, split-level home that suits their love of midcentury modern design. She thinks Hilary can take their house from drab to fabulous, but he's counting on David to find them a new forever home.
A newly married couple purchased the house she grew up in, but there's plenty wrong with it. Now with a baby on the way, she hopes Hilary can work her magic on the place, but he thinks David can find a new home better suited for their growing family.
Years after updating their main living area, a couple looks to remedy their dysfunctional space with a third-floor renovation. With Hilary's expertise, one feels their dream home is within reach, but the other wants David to find the new, perfect place.
Busy parents purchased their home just two years ago, but now they're concerned with their kids' safety in a three-story house. She wants David to find a new forever home, but he thinks Hilary can renovate their place to make it work for their family.
A couple has been too busy with their two young children and full-time careers to address their 100-year-old house. With her extended family just blocks away, she hopes Hilary will work the right design, but he thinks David can find a new forever home.
After purchasing their house sight unseen 11 years ago, a couple is finally tired of the dated bathrooms and tight galley kitchen. She can't wait to see the places David has in store, but he thinks Hilary can redo their home so she'll never want to leave.
Now with two kids, a couple has outgrown their home and deals with a lack of storage and an awkward layout. He grew up in the neighborhood and hopes Hilary can come up with a plan to stay, but she thinks David's new properties might be a better solution.
With three children and new dog, a couple is ready to turn their dungeon of a basement into an inviting space for their kids. She thinks Hilary can deliver their dream home with a reno, but he believes David can find a better place for their family.
After nearly two decades, a family's house has grown dated, dysfunctional, and now resides on a busy street intersection. She thinks David can find a better layout in a quieter location, but he wants Hilary to work her magic and create an updated space.
2020
David and Hilary work to give an expecting couple more space.
A couple once loved their house because of its proximity to friends, corner lot and great price. Now, this soon-to-be mom wants more space for their growing family, while the soon-to-be dad hopes to stay in the neighborhood he loves.
A woman who agreed to move into her new husband's bachelor pad when they first got married is ready for a change. While Dad and son are in outdoor heaven on their two acres, Mom wants an updated family home with a new kitchen and en suite bathroom.
A busy family life has taken priority over updating a 1970s home; Mom is ready to find a newer, open concept home, but Dad is not ready to give up on their original one.
A family with a money pit needs renovation help or a ready home with space.
A couple is divided over updating their ranch home or buyer a bigger home
Empty nesters debate over moving downtown or updating their private oasis.
A couple disagrees over the best way to get more space for their family.
A working couple chooses between their wooded lot and a more sensible home.
A couple is divided over updating their layout or buying a functional home.
2025
David and Page take on a couple who's tired of dealing with cramped space and limited storage in their starter home.
A couple's home resembles a carnival funhouse with multiple levels across the main floor, creating unused spaces. He sees the property's potential, but David shows some dazzling homes which make her think they should transition to a more functional place.
David and Page take on a woman who's been in her home since she was a baby, but her partner wants to be near the city.
David and Page take on an overcrowded home for parents with two young daughters and his mother who's living in their cramped basement.
A couple who recently purchased a Tudor-style home plans to expand but are shut down by a conservation board. She's on the hunt for a place their family can grow into, but he has faith that Page can work her magic to make their home perfect.
A couple has a small, Victorian home that's central to both of their extended families. She believes they can host family events once they open up the main floor, but he thinks their home will never have enough space for them and their two sons.
Despite its sentimental value, a blended family with three young children is in a home that's too cramped. With improvements, she thinks it could be their forever home, but David shows them a spectacular house that ticks all the boxes.
A couple has raised two kids and is now transitioning into retirement. Both of their children are coming back home after college, and he wants Page to renovate to accommodate their return. However, she thinks David can find a place that is more manageable.
David Visentin
Self - Real Estate Agent
2019
A real estate broker on the lookout for the perfect family home spotted a diamond in the rough and convinced his wife to buy it. While he sees its unlimited potential, however, she can't see past the long list of fixes, including the cracked ceiling.
A couple that built their home made mistakes with their floor plan and now they need more space. He feels they need a design expert to update and improve the layout, but she thinks the best option is to find a new home that fits their family.
A couple that dreamed of living in their current neighborhood bought a foreclosure home that needed a lot of work. She feels like the to-do list is too long to make it a forever home, but he's unwilling to budge and hopes Hilary can change her mind.
A mother of three boys wants to sell the house they’ve called home for eight years. She doesn't have her own bedroom and she's had enough. Her oldest hopes to change her mind as he loves the large property and his mom's short drive to work.
Two sisters lead very separate lives in their tiny bungalow. One longs for privacy, while the other wants room for late-night cooking. These differently-scheduled siblings are desperate to create some harmony and find the perfect home to accommodate their distinct lifestyles.
A woman and her husband bought a one-story home after he was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. Now she's made friends she loves and wants to stay in the community. He thinks they need a new house to prepare for a future with more medical obstacles.
A couple that bought the quaint house next door is overwhelmed by updates.
A family struggles with the size of the house they bought a decade ago.
A couple decides whether his bachelor pad has space for the whole family.
2026
A woman's patience and personal space are stretched thin in her three-bedroom home due to sharing its only full bathroom with her husband and three sons; she is ready for change, and more privacy; is Page's creative vision enough to convince her to stay?
A couple's raised their tight-knit big fat Greek family in their home of 26 years, and she can't imagine being anywhere else, but he's longing for a larger place to accommodate their huge family.
New retirees are stuck in a split-level home with long-unaddressed quirks. His emotional ties to the property remain strong, but she is ready for an open concept space -- lighter, brighter, and complete with the kitchen of her dreams.
A couple loves to entertain family and friends, but their home's cramped kitchen and awkward layout doesn't function well for gatherings. He thinks it's time to find a fresh start, but she isn't ready to leave their tight-knit community.
After a year-long house hunt, a couple purchases a home that's in the neighborhood they want, but the house itself is less than ideal. Do they renovate to make it their own, or sell and find a place that's turnkey?
A couple's century home is starting to show its age, and with their growing son, it has become tight and cluttered. She doubts their current floor plan is large enough to work, but he thinks a renovation could maintain the home's original charm.
After 13 years and two kids, a couple's once perfect starter home is now feeling tight. She wants to cash in on their investment and find something bigger, but he thinks a bold renovation could give them the space they need.
After 14 years, a couple's once spacious four-bedroom home is now bursting at the seams. She wants a new house with enough bedroom and square footage for their family of six, but he prefers to stay in their beloved neighborhood and thinks a smart renovation can work.
After trading city life for the suburbs, a couple are now at odds with what to do with their dated and dysfunctional home. She doesn't want to leave their close-knit cul-de-sac, and he questions whether a renovation will be enough to keep him in the home, and within their budget.
