Getting Closer to Family

Real estate expert Donna Freeman is the first team member to provide her input. From the outside she thinks this house looks like a fixer-upper. She is immediately struck by the bright purple trim, drab front porch and lifeless flower beds. Inside, she is pleasantly surprised to find mostly minor problem areas.

Designer Lisa LaPorta arrives next and agrees with Freeman's assessment. She formulates a three-step plan to breathe new life into this place. The focus will be on the curb appeal, kitchen and bathroom.

Step 1: Finish the job. Tackle that wear and tear so the home doesn't feel like a fixer-upper.

Step 2: Find neutral ground. Tone down the home's color palette to gain widespread appeal.

Step 3: Stop traffic. Spruce up the curb appeal to catch buyers' attention.

Carpenters Steve Hanneman and Brooks Utley lend their helping hands to the project. See the results of all the hard work below.

Curb Appeal