Ep 5. Historic House Revival

In season 4 episode 5 of Fixer to Fabulous, hosts Dave and Jenny Marrs take on a behemoth of a project as they tackle a historic, over 100-year-old house that has seen its fair share of wear and tear. The episode entitled "Historic House Revival" follows the couple as they breathe new life into the stunning but neglected house, restoring it to its former glory and transforming it into a home that will meet the needs of a modern family.

As the episode begins, Dave and Jenny meet with the homeowners, a couple who fell in love with the charm of the historic property but are quickly realizing the extent of repairs and renovations required to restore it. The house, which has many large rooms, high ceilings, and even a turret, has been neglected for years and needs extensive renovations to make it functional for a family with three young children.

The couple explains to Dave and Jenny their vision of a family-friendly home that's practical yet maintains its historic charm. Dave and Jenny, who are experienced in taking on large-scale projects, acknowledge the challenges that come with restoring a historic home but are excited to take on the challenge.

The first step in the restoration process involves updating and expanding the kitchen, which hasn't been touched since the house was built. Dave and Jenny take inspiration from the original cabinets and handiwork but put a modern spin on them, adding new appliances and creating an ergonomic and functional workspace.

Next, Dave and Jenny tackle the living room, which has suffered from years of neglect. With a little TLC and a lot of elbow grease, the Marrs duo turns the dark and dingy living room into a light and airy space that features custom shelving and seating.

The episode also explores how Dave and Jenny deal with challenges like repairing a large hole in the ceiling, which was home to an old-time radio, or restoring the original wainscoting in one of the bedrooms that had been covered up by years of paint and wallpaper. The couple also addresses the challenge of blending modern amenities with the historic charm of the house by adding a new built-in entertainment center that seamlessly incorporates the home's original fireplace.

As the renovation progresses, Dave and Jenny bring in an expert who specializes in restoring historic windows. The team carefully cleans, repairs and restores the windows and reveals the gorgeous stained glass. The newly restored windows add to the home's old-time charm while keeping in line with modern standards for energy efficiency.

Finally, as the restoration comes to a close, Dave and Jenny reveal the beautifully restored home to the owners. The homeowners are thrilled with their restored historic home, which now features a warm and inviting aesthetic, and modern amenities. Fixer to Fabulous season 4 episode 5 is an entertaining and heartwarming journey that showcases the magic of restoring a historic home while still keeping up with the demands of a modern family.