Groovy Pad Goes Contemporary

The Designed To Sell team takes a home out of the 1970s and gets it market-ready.

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Hide CaptionShow CaptionHaving two separate spaces in the bathroom can be a great convenience, but these two rooms don't look like they go together. There is no cohesiveness.

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Homeowners Judy and Scott Braun want to sell their suburban Maryland home so they can move closer to the nation's capital. Their 4,000-square-foot house is too big for them — there are rooms they don't even use, so they are ready to downsize. This five-bedroom home would be perfect for a family that wants a second master bedroom, spacious den and large master bath.

Real estate expert Terry Haas is on hand to provide her professional opinion. She loves the outside of the traditional-style house, but once inside, her attitude changes. She thinks the two-room master bath is a little too cramped and lacks cohesiveness. When she enters the guest room, Haas asks if it's a hotel room or a guest room because it is so drab and lacks any kind of personality. The den is another problem area, as it pays homage to the 1970s with its dated furniture, TV and accessories.

Designer Taniya Nayak agrees with Haas' assessment and is ready to get grooving on the makeover.

Step 1: Give the bathroom a full overhaul and then spruce it up with some color.

Step 2: Turn the boring guest room into a stylish, second master bedroom.

Step 3: Take the den from past to present.

Contractors John Allen and Matt Steele are ready to help these homeowners break out of the 1970s and make their way to a profitable sale.

The sink is pushed to one side of the vanity, which makes the room look unbalanced. The light fixture is dated and its style is a bit unconventional. To make matters worse, the lavatory area is carpeted. Carpeting in a bathroom is a big turnoff to most potential buyers.