Unfinished & Unsellable House Gets a Clean & Modern Makeover! | Unsellable Houses

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  • Опубліковано 26 лис 2024
  • It is time to uplift a house that has been on sale for some time and Lindsay & Leslie are ready for this task!
    From season 1 episode 9.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 116

  • @tksimpson5735
    @tksimpson5735 Рік тому +10

    I love the design overall. However, I would have at least added floating shelves in the kitchen on the tiled wall to match the oven hood.

  • @horsie371
    @horsie371 2 роки тому +73

    I would rather have more upper cabinets in my kitchen.

    • @Stressless2023
      @Stressless2023 Рік тому +3

      Yeah no place for dishes in this kitchen now. Design fail in my opinion. Kitchen looks naked.

    • @laurabodycombe7998
      @laurabodycombe7998 Рік тому +3

      I agree. I love upper cabinets that are easy to reach from the dishwasher to put the dishes away.

    • @heidicook2739
      @heidicook2739 Місяць тому

      No upper cabinets screams budget reno. Big mistake in my opinion. ❤️

  • @svietka202
    @svietka202 2 роки тому +25

    R u kidding, no uppers is not enough storage, especially for a full family.

  • @jstokes
    @jstokes Рік тому +3

    No upper cabinets in the main part of the kitchen is what you are now seeing in custom very high-end kitchens by top designers. In this type of arrangement where it is designed new (not necessarily a remodel), a whole wall is fitted with floor to ceiling cabinets that also may incorporate a refrigerator concealed by similar paneled doors. In addition, a smaller room called a Butler's Pantry is included, and this room has additional storage. The main kitchen being open is treated more as a living space, with artwork and open shelves on the walls where the upper cabinets used to be. Some Butler's pantries are like in fact another (smaller) kitchen, and has a station for coffee. Other trends include more colorful kitchens, especially on the lower cabinets painted in navy, or dark green, or even pink, or very dark pigmented yellow.

  • @obelus5985
    @obelus5985 2 роки тому +25

    I would add cabinets back and perhaps an island. It's not enough storage.

  • @marieslabbert6009
    @marieslabbert6009 2 роки тому +31

    Beautifully done! 👏👏 A bed in front of a window is just the worst decor mistake you can make.

    • @lynnharrell9598
      @lynnharrell9598 2 роки тому +6

      I disagree. Sometimes it is the only place that it makes sense.

    • @meggtokyodelicious
      @meggtokyodelicious 2 роки тому +7

      Agree . It's really bad Deng shui.

    • @virginiamoss7045
      @virginiamoss7045 Рік тому +2

      Totally! Cold air drifting down on the sleeper in winter, not to mention blocking natural light which there is never enough of.

  • @eleanoreagly4844
    @eleanoreagly4844 2 роки тому +9

    After a clue months the design will not outweigh the lack of storage. For those of us who a really cool and use many items to cook with we need storage.

    • @CC-si3cr
      @CC-si3cr 2 роки тому +1

      "After a clue months. . ." Now does "a clue" fall between November and December? I'm asking for a friend.

  • @rzu7120
    @rzu7120 2 роки тому +30

    Considering that they lost the pantry, they really need the storage space of the upper cabinets.

    • @thekirksiffs5285
      @thekirksiffs5285 Рік тому +1

      There is space for a small built in Island with storage underneath. Or they should have kept the peninsula in the design;

  • @maishamuhu865
    @maishamuhu865 2 роки тому +46

    where is the island in the kitchen? I would rather have more upper cabinets.

    • @meggtokyodelicious
      @meggtokyodelicious 2 роки тому +3

      Yep. Could have a square custom Ireland with drawers to store pots and pans. But they might not have enough money. Selling anyways.

    • @denisekeating8013
      @denisekeating8013 2 роки тому +3

      With all that work in tow-- NOONE was complaining. An island can be added-- easily. A

    • @annecaulder9495
      @annecaulder9495 2 роки тому +3

      I bet the new buyer added an island. I was shocked they missed that opportunity. When the owner said the kitchen is a gathering place, that was funny since there's literally NO PLACE to gather in there. Needs the island.

    • @shalenawright4173
      @shalenawright4173 Рік тому

      Clicked on comments to call out the missing kitchen Island and already covered!

  • @lifebeelifebee9214
    @lifebeelifebee9214 2 роки тому +5

    This show is on my short HGTV favorites list. Along with Love it Or List it, Bargain Block (they have unpredictable design ideas), No Demo Reno and Million dollar winner house. :)

  • @lovefelix1566
    @lovefelix1566 2 роки тому +17

    More cabinets I would need

  • @a.phillips6892
    @a.phillips6892 2 роки тому +1

    Looks SO much prettier! NOt surprised it sold quickly! That kitchen was the best!

  • @olly-kai
    @olly-kai 2 роки тому +25

    For those of you who are worried about not enough kitchen cabinets, the reality is that most people don't really cook as much anymore. Even so, you could easily add an island with lots of cabinets below. It sold in 4 days, over asking price...so it was enough cabinets for someone!

    • @kathyfiedler4105
      @kathyfiedler4105 Рік тому +3

      As with any house it only takes 1 buyer

    • @jstokes
      @jstokes Рік тому +1

      That is exactly right.

  • @nuutasi
    @nuutasi Рік тому +6

    I love this show. The owners don’t have to put any money in on the renovation but can still make a bit of profit. Hell I’ll settle for 100 bucks as long as I don’t have to pay for anything 😂

  • @shalenawright4173
    @shalenawright4173 Рік тому +8

    Maybe this was a budget issue but I would have built a bench against the dining wall to move table inches over to accommodate a kitchen island running the length of kitchen to compensate for the lost upper cabinets and give ample counter space but love the open concept and entry change, well done!

  • @anniehovsepian6173
    @anniehovsepian6173 2 роки тому +30

    The cabinets were in good condition and should have been taken down and donated. Not enough upper cabinets, especially with a family purchasing. I would want more uppers in addition.

    • @obelus5985
      @obelus5985 2 роки тому +4

      Or even painted.

    • @RadCenter
      @RadCenter 2 роки тому +2

      There's a whole wall in the dining area where cabinets could be added.

    • @lorimatsui2556
      @lorimatsui2556 2 роки тому

      Those look like mine and they are basically nice looking junk.

    • @Stressless2023
      @Stressless2023 Рік тому

      Looked like some were being carefully removed so likely repurposed.

  • @b_uppy
    @b_uppy 2 роки тому +7

    Somehow the living area feels smaller. The fireplace was merely a change than improvement regarding styling. Kitchen feels odd. The 'sectional' sofa in the downstairs looks odd on closer inspection. Too gimmicky for my taste.
    The nice change was the bannister, sort of.

  • @schnaftipufti
    @schnaftipufti 2 роки тому +31

    Not enough cabinet space in the kitchen! That's a big no-no!

    • @seedsoflove7684
      @seedsoflove7684 5 місяців тому

      Uppers take away visual space, i get that, but also actual space to store plates, cups. I hate bending down, much prefer things at my head level. Even if space seems smaller. Ppl are crazy.

    • @seedsoflove7684
      @seedsoflove7684 5 місяців тому

      Just paint em lighter, if u dont like dark, but dont get rid of em. They looked nice. I like wood, although that was a lot of wood.

  • @KasSommers
    @KasSommers 2 роки тому +22

    The design is lovely but the kitchen definitely needs more storage.

    • @steveraglin7607
      @steveraglin7607 2 роки тому +6

      Yes, new owners could put in a larger island with storage below.

    • @spenciegirl9630
      @spenciegirl9630 2 роки тому

      @@steveraglin7607 Agree!

  • @saracappello6805
    @saracappello6805 2 роки тому +3

    This style of house is technically called "split entry" because there is really only an upstairs and a downstairs (2 floors), divided by an entry level. A true split level will have a main floor that is actually split level, via a step up or a step down, and the kitchen is usually at ground level. One unique feature of the split-entry house is that the kitchen is always on the upper level, which, if there's a view, can be a plus.

    • @lauragreen4899
      @lauragreen4899 Рік тому +1

      We lived in one of this style of homes in Illinois and there everyone called it a split foyer

  • @karentrokey3852
    @karentrokey3852 Рік тому

    I am so glad to be seeing your whole program. Thank you.

  • @dorisschneider-coutandin9965
    @dorisschneider-coutandin9965 2 роки тому +9

    Never understood why you would block out a lot of natural light by positioning the bed in front if the window. A very bad habit, indeed.

  • @axcvilla
    @axcvilla 2 роки тому +8

    I think the kitchen could have had like floating shelves AT LEAST?

    • @lauragreen4899
      @lauragreen4899 Рік тому

      I thought the same thing. But new owners could easily add that

  • @lw3269
    @lw3269 Рік тому +1

    I would have done a bigger kitchen island and added some storage underneath. But, still very nice job.

  • @adhc8560
    @adhc8560 2 роки тому +3

    It looks beautiful, but no way would I want no upper cabinets in the kitchen.

  • @evafort9441
    @evafort9441 2 роки тому +4

    There is not enough storage in the kitchen. The rest is beautiful.

  • @divinesignatures6225
    @divinesignatures6225 Рік тому +1

    The banister looks like a safety hazard for small children.

  • @debrap947
    @debrap947 2 роки тому +4

    I would put up open shelving to match the hood vent...a nice size island with some storage, but I get that it would add to the reno price and not necessary for a sale...clearly. Nice job ladies.

  • @katewade9992
    @katewade9992 2 роки тому

    Not enough kitchen storage. Where do you put the food? The big pots? Dishes?

  • @amylandry4108
    @amylandry4108 Рік тому

    Beautiful!

  • @anna-taniatransylove5762
    @anna-taniatransylove5762 2 роки тому +4

    I love the shape of the tiles

  • @Violet316
    @Violet316 2 роки тому +7

    I hate the geometric wood piece above the fireplace. And I don't know what in the world they were thinking by not putting upper cabinets up. I do a lot of cooking and baking, need more storage for that along with space to put your food.

  • @marywiklander-williams6493
    @marywiklander-williams6493 Рік тому

    I would need A LOT more cabinets. But, I cook and entertain....and love dishes

  • @angelashowalter3069
    @angelashowalter3069 2 роки тому +5

    I do love the design but cannot believe you took out so many kitchen cabinets and did not replace them...Very disappointed. Made it beautiful but not functional!

    • @clairewright8153
      @clairewright8153 2 роки тому +1

      I think they should have used some of the owners furniture downstairs, used the budget a bit better and put in an island bench in the kitchen for extra storage there was definitely enough room and it looked like a cheap option was used.

  • @dlcalbaugh
    @dlcalbaugh Місяць тому

    Did anyone else think the guy in this couple was the son? The remodel was really good.

  • @yolandacantu2664
    @yolandacantu2664 Рік тому

    Were the bathrooms not updated! Or did I miss something?

  • @kathyfiedler4105
    @kathyfiedler4105 Рік тому

    I totally agree. Getting rid of upper cabinets and sacrificing storage is kinda stupid. I am not sure why young buyers do not have long term foresight. They are not going to accumulate any less stuff as their family grows. Bit the twins do great work

  • @Jane5720
    @Jane5720 2 роки тому

    My first home was a split level and that was the only split level I ever bought, all my other houses that I have bought have been ramblers, split levels are usually cheaper to buy because of the floor plan

  • @elizabeths4371
    @elizabeths4371 Рік тому

    LOve the fireplace treatment.

  • @maejavile
    @maejavile 2 роки тому +6

    Transformation is great except the kitchen there’s not much of storage.

  • @celinedesmarais426
    @celinedesmarais426 Місяць тому

    Something is missing in the kitchen and I would have enlarge the front exterior stairs for an easier and modern access.

  • @ginacrusco234
    @ginacrusco234 2 роки тому +4

    They had the vision to completely transform the living space into a magazine cover-worthy design, and that's what sells. The open rail is the single biggest contributor to the new look. The downstairs is superbly staged.

  • @sherlhoeppner2392
    @sherlhoeppner2392 3 місяці тому

    Def would add open shelving in kitchen

  • @sherlhoeppner2392
    @sherlhoeppner2392 3 місяці тому

    Switch the sons bedroom furniture with master- master will look bigger with less/smaller furniture.

  • @Doc1855
    @Doc1855 2 місяці тому

    I hate split level houses.
    You have to walk up a set of stairs to get to the front door. Then you have to walk upstairs or downstairs to get where you want to go in the house.

  • @angelabacker1177
    @angelabacker1177 Рік тому

    The staircase railing is beautiful but dangerous for a family with children.

  • @sherlhoeppner2392
    @sherlhoeppner2392 3 місяці тому

    I like kitchen as is-- no open concept

  • @mladyhazel
    @mladyhazel Рік тому

    function over pretty however more cabinets doesn't mean more function. it's all about how to you plan the use.

  • @byrongramajo594
    @byrongramajo594 Рік тому

    Amazing reno like always. In other subject, does is he her son or her husband? Whatever he is my type 😍

  • @ZarelAcarvia
    @ZarelAcarvia Рік тому

    Sellable!

  • @NoName-rj4go
    @NoName-rj4go 2 роки тому +1

    Lo único que me parece que destaca es la sala en especial por el diseño de la chimenea, la cocina hubiera quedado mejor con una isla y no con esa mesa o lo que sea que pusieron en vez de eso, el resto de lugares quedaron meh, están bien, pero no sorprenden ni tienen nada interesante, bastante simples.

  • @virginiamoss7045
    @virginiamoss7045 Рік тому

    What's wrong with a split-level house? Better than always having to go up and down a full flight of stairs. (edit): Just realized it is a split-entry as well as a split-level. I do personally dislike a split-entry quite a lot.

  • @DannTann66
    @DannTann66 Рік тому

    Exactly why do they split the profits with the home owners?

  • @cantiliver26
    @cantiliver26 2 роки тому

    I would like to see the bathrooms

  • @cherylkalsch5107
    @cherylkalsch5107 Рік тому

    Should have upper cabinets.

  • @lindagabovic1966
    @lindagabovic1966 Рік тому

    Why not just paint cabinets and put on new counter top

  • @susangage9140
    @susangage9140 2 роки тому

    So well done!

  • @sdcollins6544
    @sdcollins6544 2 роки тому

    Not fond of the kitchen but liked the other rooms

  • @WBCRO
    @WBCRO 2 роки тому +1

    Am I reading this correctly? The two designers put in a ton of work and they earned $15k, $7500 apiece? Does that seem low?

    • @Violet316
      @Violet316 2 роки тому +2

      I would think they also get a paycheck for doing this for the show.

    • @LeoDragonite
      @LeoDragonite 2 роки тому +1

      They probably have 10 other houses they're doing.

    • @comealongcomealong4480
      @comealongcomealong4480 2 роки тому

      @Wendy Cromwell The numbers are discussed at 4.33. With the higher selling price of $440,000, each couple receives $15,000 profit - instead of the anticipated $10,000 each. The more of these episodes you watch, the more questions you have! I guess the sisters are providing fairly paid work for their contractors.

    • @angelabacker1177
      @angelabacker1177 Рік тому

      @@Violet316 Plus a huge commission for selling the home at a higher price.

    • @Violet316
      @Violet316 Рік тому

      @@angelabacker1177 No doubt.

  • @isisheggs8065
    @isisheggs8065 2 роки тому

    Great to job

  • @BlueSaphire70
    @BlueSaphire70 Місяць тому

    There are not enough cabinets. They should have gotten "creative" providing more storage.

  • @joane.3533
    @joane.3533 2 роки тому +2

    I would have liked to have seen a more unique outside stairway to the entrance of the home.

  • @leahsmith191
    @leahsmith191 Рік тому

    Storage storage storage.

  • @adultswimbump
    @adultswimbump 2 роки тому

    Can L & L plz come do my home?

  • @Stangya888
    @Stangya888 Рік тому

    Bathrooms?

  • @CC-si3cr
    @CC-si3cr 2 роки тому

    Hold up! Idk if it's arrogance or absurdity. This couple wants to sell their split level home, but thought, "Hey. Let's rip up 2 bedrooms first, then put the house up for sale."

  • @cherylmcgrath9081
    @cherylmcgrath9081 2 роки тому

    You girls "ROCK"

  • @spenciegirl9630
    @spenciegirl9630 2 роки тому

    Orientated .... not a word.... oriented is proper.

  • @catwomanwearsprada
    @catwomanwearsprada 2 роки тому +1

    VW 😍

  • @dhatchbernier
    @dhatchbernier 9 місяців тому

    The open concept was taken too far upstairs, and why was nothing done to the exterior? That house is fugly!

  • @happydays1336
    @happydays1336 2 роки тому

    You did a beautiful job on updating an out-of-style home.
    Please leave out the music. It's not necessary and is very annoying.

  • @engelasmit6072
    @engelasmit6072 Рік тому

    Those two are sooo irritating. Please get another show in its place (I'm not the only one feeling this way!)

  • @cd2659
    @cd2659 2 роки тому +1

    More HGTV gold and teal decorating. Very HGTV predictable decor.

  • @Helloskyyt321
    @Helloskyyt321 2 роки тому

    Why are there no upper cabinets or floating shelves?? Big turn off lost a pantry and then no uppers

  • @jomarielopez2229
    @jomarielopez2229 Рік тому

    Lol! The woman is obviously mad and doesn't have time for silly questions!

  • @freyasslain2203
    @freyasslain2203 2 роки тому

    I have serious problems with these two women
    THEY CUT CORNERS WAY TOO MUCH.
    They paint over thread bare floors , that in reality should be replaced .
    Ive seen them lay cheap laminate floors over hardwoods , because they were too cheap to matchup the hardwoods .
    They also put in entry level appliances . Real Garbage .

  • @yazibella
    @yazibella 2 роки тому

    You ladies talk MORE than you work! 🤦🏻‍♀️

  • @MrChrissy1r
    @MrChrissy1r Рік тому +1

    No property is unsellable, the only obstacle is the price! Ask top dollar for an old outdated unmodernised property and of course it won't sell! As for the "after" typical designer foul ups, the open banister is lethal were there ever a toddler there, the colour schemes are dreadful, I mean dark brown, grey, blue yellow beige, it's like a bilious attack, I have only ever seen such a mish mash of non complimentary colours when so called designers are involved, I'm sure they they must have a degree in poor colour schemes or they themselves are totally colour blind! And old fashioned dark brown wood, in a modernised home, my gosh a Victorian throwback.

  • @judyfenske1429
    @judyfenske1429 2 роки тому

    Nope.
    I take storage over esthetics.

  • @AP-wq9dv
    @AP-wq9dv Рік тому

    The knick nacks are awful

  • @68corvette1
    @68corvette1 2 роки тому +1

    Take this show off air.. it sux . No body watches it anyway.

  • @happydays1336
    @happydays1336 2 роки тому +4

    You did a beautiful job on updating an out-of-style home.
    Please leave out the music. It's not necessary and is very annoying.