Seven years after Karen's handy husband promised to renovate their 70s rancher, nothing has changed. Now that their daughter has moved out, Karen wants to trade their boxy bungalow for a more modern house. Can Jillian make Karen stay by creating a more open and inviting home? Or will Todd convince these empty nesters that they'll have more fun entertaining in a house with a better layout?
When Steph and Cynthia bought their renovated heritage home, they overlooked the unfortunate lack of storage throughout, in favour of pretty finishings and appealing pool. Having two kids, even more toys, and no time to create storage space, their house soon became a cluttered mess. Steph hopes realtor Todd can help his family escape the clutter with a newer, bigger home. Meanwhile, Cynthia believes designer Jillian can bring order to their chaotic house with a simple, functional design.