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Brother Vs. Brother: Tour Jonathan Scott's Home Makeover

By: Liz Gray
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This year, Jonathan and Drew are going head to head to renovate two run-down properties, then sell them for the biggest return on investment. See the stunning before-and-after renovation from Jonathan's property.
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A TOTAL RENOVATION

Jonathan's must-haves for this renovation: A family-friendly house with lots of amenties. He bought this 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom house for $155,000, and budgeted $60,000 for the renovation. He'll save on labor costs by doing much of the work himself.

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LIVING ROOM: BEFORE

A dining area sits just inside the door, while the eye goes straight to the two-story living area in this white-on-white space.

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LIVING ROOM: AFTER

Warm colors and rustic accents, along with updated floors, paint and bold accents, make this living room feel cozy and inviting.

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STAIRCASE: BEFORE

A white staircase winds to the second floor. 

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STAIRCASE: AFTER

A brushed steel banister on the new staircase provides a focal point from the living room and the bedrooms above. 

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LIVING ROOM: BEFORE

A floor-to-ceiling fireplace brings the eye up in this two-story living room. 

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LIVING ROOM: AFTER

A floor-to-ceiling, white stone tile fireplace surround makes it stand out beautifully from the reclaimed wood walls. 

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FIREPLACE: BEFORE

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FIREPLACE: AFTER

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LIVING ROOM: AFTER

The two-story fireplace is a focal point from above and below. 

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LIVING ROOM: AFTER

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FIREPLACE SHELVING: AFTER

Reclaimed wood creates a rustic backdrop for the built-in shelving surrounding the fireplace. 

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LIVING ROOM: AFTER

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DINING ROOM: BEFORE

The all-white dining room is adjacent to the front door and the living room. 

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DINING ROOM: AFTER

Beautiful laminate flooring, overhead lighting and bold bright colors make the formal dining room a great place to entertain. 

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DINING ROOM: BEFORE

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DINING ROOM: AFTER

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HALLWAY: BEFORE

Before the renovation, this hallway leading to the kitchen was crumbling and dated. 

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HALLWAY, AFTER

Paneled doors into the powder room and kitchen lead the eye towards the center of the house. 

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KITCHEN: AFTER

This dark wood, 4-paneled, frosted glass door, is a nice accent between the kitchen and formal dining room.

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KITCHEN: BEFORE

Before the renovation, Jonathan's house had a bare-bones kitchen with badly-installed pre-fab cabinets. Everything must go! 

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KITCHEN: AFTER

Salvage yards can be a great source for high-end materials at a builder-basic price. Jonathan's designer found a white Carrara marble slab and a mosaic tile backsplash that add style to this space without breaking the budget. 

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KITCHEN: BEFORE

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KITCHEN: AFTER

The kitchen penninsula overlooks an eat-in kitchen area.  

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KITCHEN: BEFORE

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KITCHEN: AFTER

Dark lower cabinets and light upper cabinets create a unique look while still using store-bought cabinetry. 

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KITCHEN: BEFORE

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KITCHEN: AFTER

Jonathan used pre-fab black cabinets and butcher block countertops to create a built-in hutch for the renovated kitchen. 

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KITCHEN: BEFORE

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KITCHEN: AFTER

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KITCHEN: AFTER

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KITCHEN: AFTER

Blue walls and light hardwood floors add personality to the room, and a custom-built banquette adds casual seating. 

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BANQUETTE: AFTER

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LAUNDRY ROOM: BEFORE

The utility room in this Las Vegas home had water damage before the renovations by Jonathan Scott. 

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LAUNDRY ROOM: AFTER

The laundry room now offers high-end utility with a front-loading washer and dryer, marble countertop and a stainless sink.

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LAUNDRY ROOM: AFTER

Recessed shelving above the countertop adds built-in storage. 

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MASTER BEDROOM: BEFORE

Before the renovation, this second-floor master bedroom had no personality. 

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

Jonathan transformed this modern home's bedroom into a calming, rustic sanctuary to match the style featured in the rest of the house. 

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MASTER BEDROOM: BEFORE

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

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MASTER BEDROOM: BEFORE

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

Reclaimed wood barn-style closet doors and a beautiful wide plank laminate flooring are just a few of the great features in the master bedroom. 

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MASTER BEDROOM: BEFORE

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

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MASTER BEDROOM: BEFORE

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

The newly-renovated master bedroom is adjacent to a refreshed master bathroom. 

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

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MASTER BATHROOM: BEFORE

Tired cabinetry and laminate countertops made this bathroom boring and dated before the renovation. 

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MASTER BEDROOM: AFTER

With room for two and lots of luxurious finishes, this bathroom will set Jonathan's property apart when it hits the market. Floating double vanities keep this room feeling spacious. 

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MASTER BATHROOM: BEFORE

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MASTER BATHROOM: AFTER

Stone countertops, mosaic tile and a paneled door add to the high-end feel of this bathroom.

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MASTER BATHROOM: AFTER

Jonathan added a luxurious glass stand-up shower to this renovated bathroom. 

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MASTER BATHROOM: AFTER

The enclosed glass shower features a geometric tile panel on the wall. 

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SECOND FLOOR LANDING: BEFORE

Before the renovation, this upstairs landing was completely open and featured the home's "signature" white-on-white palette — complete with a dated white railing!  

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SECOND FLOOR LANDING: AFTER

The beautiful brushed metal railings around the landing at the top of the stairs adds an architectural element, and visually directs the eye down the hallway towards the newly-added third bedroom. 

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SECOND FLOOR LANDING: BEFORE

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SECOND FLOOR LANDING: AFTER

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SECOND FLOOR LANDING: BEFORE

Before the renovation, this open area didn't fully-utilize the home's square footage. 

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SECOND FLOOR LANDING: AFTER

After the renovation, the home now has an enclosed third bedroom, adding to the value and function of the property. 

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KIDS' BEDROOM: BEFORE

The second floor landing was previously completely open to the living room level. 

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KIDS' BEDROOM: AFTER

Jonathan tucked this room's bed into a bay window. 

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KIDS' BEDROOM: BEFORE

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KIDS' BEDROOM: AFTER

This cute child's room is made all the more interesting with the addition a window overlooking the living room and a built-in window seat with storage bins underneath. 

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GUEST BEDROOM: BEFORE

Before the renovation, the guest bedroom at Jonathan's property had no style or personality. 

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GUEST BEDROOM: AFTER

A neutral color palette is perked up with colorful bedding and accessories, making this room both fun and buyer-friendly. 

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GUEST BEDROOM: BEFORE

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GUEST BEDROOM: AFTER

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GUEST BEDROOM: BEFORE

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GUEST BEDROOM: AFTER

Barn-style closet doors repeat the reclaimed wood elements seen around the rest of the house. 

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GUEST BEDROOM: AFTER

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GUEST BEDROOM: BEFORE

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GUEST BEDROOM: AFTER

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EXTERIOR: BEFORE

A pale pink home exterior might look perfect against the Caribbean sand and surf, but it made this home stand out (in a bad way) before the renovation.

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EXTERIOR: AFTER

A warm gray exterior hue will appeal to buyers, and adding cream trim allows the home's architectural details to stand out. 

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COURTYARD: BEFORE

Jonathan's pre-renovation home features a courtyard near the front entrance.

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COURTYARD: AFTER

Extending the flooring creates enough room for a sitting area in the courtyard. Mixing large concrete slabs with river rocks and slate tile creates interest underfoot.

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COURTYARD: BEFORE

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COURTYARD: AFTER

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BACKYARD: BEFORE

As seen on Brother vs. Brother, the backyard of this Las Vegas home,
before the renovations by Jonathan Scott.

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BACKYARD: AFTER

Jonathan turned the bare back porch into an outdoor dining area perfect for entertaining. Hanging fabric panels add shade, privacy and color to the space.

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BACKYARD: AFTER

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BACKYARD: AFTER

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BACKYARD: AFTER

Armchairs next to the dining area provide extra seating for a party, or a convenient reading nook for lazy weekend afternoons.