Jess and Jeff Turn Their Disjointed House Into a Home They Love

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This week on Don’t Hate Your House, Jess and Jeff finally got a house in the neighborhood of their dreams. But it’s in such bad shape, they’ve actually been renting another home while they try to figure out what to do. Everything about the house has to change—they hate the kitchen and its features, there’s only one bathroom for the whole house, and the layout is cramped. The 70-year-old house is calling for a major renovation project to turn it into what they want to be, and they need Drew and Jonathan’s help so they can finally stop gouging their budget between a $4,000/month rent on top of a mortgage that’s double the price.

With so much to do, the Bros have their work cut out for them. Jess and Jeff want to live in the house they were so looking forward to calling home. And though they spoke about just selling the property, continuing to rent, and trying again for another house in a few years, that’s a huge risk they’re not willing to take. With a $250K budget and a laundry list of wants and needs, this episode of Don’t Hate Your House is a whirlwind.

Before & Afters

An Expansive Kitchen Built for Entertaining

Drew and Jonathan turned Jess and Jeff’s cramped, closed-off kitchen into a bright and welcoming cooking space. By knocking down the wall blocking the small kitchen into a corner, they were able to add so much more storage, new appliances, and even an island with a breakfast bar.

Storage Galore in the Main Living Area

For Jess and Jeff, the functionality of the kitchen was more important than another row of windows, so the Bros closed off a section in order to build out even more storage. They included a useful writing desk for Jess, and plenty of cabinetry for the family to keep things organized.

Cozy Living-Dining Area for Hosting

Especially with a smaller footprint, layout is everything. Drew and Jonathan removed the hearth that Jess wanted to get rid of, which gave them another foot of space they wouldn’t have had otherwise. The cozy living room blends right into the dining area—perfect for entertaining.

A Dedicated Workspace for Jeff

Jeff really needed an office that wasn’t attached to the kids’ playroom, and Drew and Jonathan delivered! Now, Jeff has a professional, streamlined space dedicated to work during the day where he doesn’t run the risk of stepping on a LEGO block.

Adding Storage to the Main Suite

One thing that was lacking throughout the entire house was storage and closet space. Drew and Jonathan got creative and managed to create closets where they could, like in Jess and Jeff’s main suite. 

Layout Shifts for an En Suite

And with some layout changes, they even managed to turn that one cramped bathroom into the couple’s main suite. The Bros added a small half bath to the hallway so Jess and Jeff could have a retreat of their own that they won’t have to share with guests and little ones.

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