Ep 4. The Greenwich Village Townhome
- TV-G
- June 30, 2020
- 43 min
In Good Bones season 5 episode 4, titled "The Greenwich Village Townhome", mother-daughter duo Karen E Laine and Mina Starsiak Hawk help a couple transform their dilapidated townhome in historic Greenwich Village into their dream home. The house is located in one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Manhattan and the renovation poses several challenges for the duo.
Karen and Mina are greeted by the homeowners, who are excited to have the duo renovate their home. The house is in dire need of repair and the team is ready to take on the challenge. The first challenge they tackle is getting the old materials out of the house. The team discovers that the old wood floors are original, and they work hard to restore them. They also remove the outdated carpeting and repaint the walls to bring some life into the space.
The duo then focuses on the kitchen, which is in desperate need of an update. They open up the space by removing the wall between the kitchen and the living room. They also replace the outdated cabinets with chic new ones and add a sleek stainless steel fridge as well as beautiful countertops to give the kitchen a modern look.
Next, the team heads to the second floor where they tackle the bathroom. They remove the outdated tiles and fixtures and add modern updates to create a trendy bathroom that will appeal to buyers if the couple ever decides to sell.
The third floor is transformed into a luxurious master suite with a walk-in closet and spa-like bathroom. The team renovates the bathroom with a modern look and installs new lighting to brighten up the space.
Lastly, the team works on the outdoor area, where they add a trellis and greenery to create a natural escape in the heart of the city. They even add a pergola that serves as an outdoor dining area with a built-in grill.
As the renovation draws to an end, Karen and Mina are pleased with the final results of the renovation, and the homeowners are ecstatic with their new dream home. The duo has managed to create a timeless, modern space that is perfect for the couple's lifestyle, and they have retained the original character of the house.
Overall, "The Greenwich Village Townhome" is a joyful episode of Good Bones that shows Karen and Mina's expertise in renovating an historic property in a prime Manhattan location. The episode is packed with useful renovation tips and creative ideas that will inspire viewers to tackle their own renovation projects.