Joel McHale Surprises Blanca With a Stunning First Floor Reno

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Joel McHale is joining Drew and Jonathan this week on Celebrity IOU to gift something incredible to one of the most special people in his life. In just three weeks, they’ll turn Blanca’s home into a space that finally works for her, rather than against her.

Joel and Sarah hired Blanca as their housekeeper when Sarah was pregnant with their first son, and Blanca has seen the family through all of life’s moments. “Blanca basically was the only person who popped into my brain for this. She is like our Los Angeles grandmother,” Joel says. “We’ve been here in LA for 24 years and she’s been a part of it for 21.” And Blanca’s daughter Nathalie is almost like their daughter—they went to her plays and her graduations—so the two families have become like one. It’s part of the reason why Joel feels so passionately about gifting Blanca with a beautiful reno. She deserves the world!

Blanca loves taking care of her home—she’s got an eye for design, and she takes pride in keeping her house well-kept and cozy. But for the past few years, she’s been struggling with some back problems, and the space that once worked for her isn’t aligning with her needs anymore. Blanca has had multiple back surgeries, and because she lives alone, it makes it a bit more difficult to get around the house the way she used to. The bathroom and bedroom no longer work for her, and she’s in need of more storage space, too. The bathroom needs to be made safer for her, and her bedroom needs a good update. Enter: Drew, Jonathan, and Joel!

Before & Afters

Added Special Touches

Sometimes, all it takes is some new lighting, a few hung photographs, and a rug refresh to make a space instantly feel more modern, organized, and stylish.

A More Functional Layout

The bathroom before had a wonky random window, a lack of counter space and storage, and was dangerous for Blanca’s back. With a smart reimagining of the layout (and one knocked-down wall later), her bathroom completely transformed. Now, she has more storage space than ever, and the bathroom looks and feels more cohesive.

Added Storage, Added Style

Joel also wanted to prioritize storage space and safety for Blanca. By expanding the bathroom’s square footage, they made the room much more functional. Now, she has plenty of room in the vanity as well as above the toilet for toiletries, bathroom essentials, makeup, hair products, and more.

A Space to Relax

More than anything, your bedroom should be a space you feel relaxed and rejuvenated in. Joel really wanted hers to be luxurious and serene, with plenty of unique touches and functional additions. The result? A sanctuary that spoke to her personality and needs, with upgraded furniture, bedding, and bedroom decor that enhances her style.

Bedroom Built-Ins

For added function and seamless storage, Drew, Jonathan, and Joel created built-ins in the bedroom. They perfectly fit and organize all of Blanca’s must-haves, and offer a place for everything to live in a convenient, accessible zone. A combined wardrobe and drawers with plenty of basket space for scarves, hats, and other accessories make this a total game-changer.

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