When Patti decided to move to Waco to be near her family, she found a '50s-vintage home that made her feel happy, but admittedly the rather plain and empty house "needed a hug." Fortunately Chip and Joanna were there to provide the hug.

The Basic Beige Bungalow was in a great location, sat on a corner lot and, at 1600 square feet, was the right size for the client. Though the house was in good shape overall, the plain brown exterior offered little in terms of visual appeal.

Natural wood shingles and coordinating front door, gray exterior paint, white trim and fresh landscaping help give the home a distinctive look and cottage feel. 

The living room, prior to the renovation, had a nonfunctioning fireplace and textured gray walls, neither of which appealed to the homeowner.