Ep 6. Old Home Gets a Facelift

In the sixth episode of season 4 of Buying and Selling, titled "Old Home Gets a Facelift," host and real estate expert Drew Scott is back with his design-savvy twin brother, Jonathan, as they work together to transform a dated and tired home into a beautiful, modern space that will attract potential buyers.

The episode begins with the Scott brothers meeting with the homeowners, an older couple who have lived in the house for over 30 years and raised their children there. However, with their children now grown and out of the house, the couple wants to downsize and move closer to their family. They are hoping that the Scott brothers can help them transform their home into a more modern and open space that will appeal to younger buyers.

The brothers take a tour of the house and note many areas that need updating, including the small, dark kitchen, the cramped and dated bathroom, and the cluttered living room. Drew and Jonathan decide to reconfigure the layout of the house to create a more open and spacious feel. They plan to tear down walls and create larger doorways to connect the living room, dining room, and kitchen areas. They also plan to add new hardwood floors throughout the house and update the lighting to create a more modern look.

Drew takes the homeowners out to look at potential new homes, while Jonathan gets to work on the renovations. He starts by tearing out the old kitchen cabinets and appliances and replacing them with sleek, modern ones. He also installs new countertops, a new sink, and a subway tile backsplash to give the kitchen a fresh and modern feel. He then moves on to the small, outdated bathroom, which he completely gutted and replaced with new fixtures, a new tub, and new tiles.

While Jonathan is busy with the renovations, Drew takes the homeowners to look at potential new homes, showing them different options that fit their criteria and budget. They find a few homes that they like, but they all fall short of their current home's sentimental value.

Back at the house, Jonathan continues his work, creating a custom fireplace in the living room and adding new windows to let in more natural light. He also creates a custom workstation in the dining room to give buyers the option of having a home office. Finally, he finishes the renovations by painting the entire house a modern, neutral color and adding new landscaping to boost the curb appeal.

The episode culminates in a big reveal where the homeowners get to see their brand new home for the first time. They are blown away by the transformation and are thrilled with the modern, open feel of the house. Drew takes them on a final walk-through, pointing out all of the new features of the home and highlighting its selling points.

Overall, "Old Home Gets a Facelift" is a heartwarming and inspiring episode that shows the power of a well-executed home renovation. The Scott brothers demonstrate their design expertise and show how even an outdated home can be transformed into a beautiful and modern space that will attract potential buyers.