Ep 9. Beachside Beauty

In Flip or Flop season 5 episode 9 titled "Beachside Beauty," hosts Christina and Tarek take on a new flip project in the coastal city of Costa Mesa, California. The house they bought is a two-story traditional-style home with a spacious backyard that's only a short drive to Newport Beach.

As they inspect the property, Christina and Tarek notice that the house is cluttered with outdated and mismatched designs. The living room has old-fashioned wood paneling, the bedrooms have faded wallpapers, and the kitchen is cramped and too old-fashioned for modern tastes.

To increase the home's value, Christina and Tarek plan to transform the cluttered house into a modern and sleek beachside home. For the first step, Christina and Tarek decide to add more windows to the house to allow more natural light in and have a better view of the outdoors. To make the home's interior brighter, they plan to install brand new recess lights throughout the home.

As it turns out, the biggest challenge on the house is a massive wall dividing the kitchen and the living area. To give the living area an open and elegant look, Christina and Tarek plan to tear down the wall and replace it with a brand new island countertop that will both serve as a cooking space and a dining area.

The kitchen is an important part of any home, and Christina and Tarek know that modern and sleek kitchens are in high demand right now. With that in mind, the couple decides to overhaul the kitchen by installing stainless steel appliances and white cabinets that will contrast beautifully with the beachy background.

In addition to the kitchen, Christina and Tarek also plan to give the bedrooms a more sophisticated and modern look. They start by ripping out the old carpets and replacing them with new high-quality flooring that will last longer and look more elegant. They also plan to add new furniture, artwork, and lighting to make the rooms feel new and fresh.

Meanwhile, Tarek's biggest challenge is the spacious backyard. While it provides ample space for entertaining guests, it's also overgrown with weeds and grass. He decides to level the yard and replace it with a new lawn and a stylish patio that people can lounge on while enjoying the beautiful California sunsets.

As they work on transforming the house, Christina and Tarek face unexpected challenges. Despite these setbacks, the couple is determined to complete the project on time and within their budget. The outcome is a beautiful and welcoming beachside home that anyone would want to live in.

In the end, Tyler, their real estate friend, arrives to see their final work. His feedback shows the appreciation he has towards the couple's work. It's a perfect finale for this flip project.