Ep 8. A Long-Distance Renovation

In House Hunters Renovation season 5 episode 8, titled "A Long-Distance Renovation," viewers follow a couple who live in Hawaii as they search for and renovate a home in California. The couple, who have two children, work with a realtor to find their dream home while living over 2,500 miles away. The couple's goal is to find a home that can be completely renovated to fit their needs and style.

As the couple goes through the house hunting process, they must make a few compromises due to their budget and the current real estate market in California. They finally find a 1950s ranch-style home located in Long Beach that they agree has great potential.

After purchasing the home, the couple decides to fly to Long Beach to oversee the renovation process since they cannot be there in person for the entire time. They enlist the help of a contractor who has experience with long-distance renovation projects. The couple and the contractor collaborate via video chats and photos sent back and forth to ensure the renovation is on track.

During the renovation process, the couple decides to make a few changes to the original plan. They add a bar to the kitchen, create a custom-built bookshelf, and decide to change the design of the living room completely. These changes add to the timeline and budget of the project, but they feel that it's worth it in the end.

As the renovation nears completion, the couple flies back to Long Beach to see the final product. The couple is thrilled with how their home turned out and are excited to move in. The episode ends with shots of the family enjoying their new home and reflecting on the process of renovating a long-distance home.

Throughout the episode, viewers see the challenges that come with long-distance renovation projects, including communication difficulties and making decisions from afar. The couple's story also highlights the importance of knowing what you want before embarking on a renovation project and the need to be flexible when surprises come up during the renovation process. Overall, "A Long-Distance Renovation" is an inspiring episode that showcases how determination, communication, and collaboration can lead to a successful renovation project.