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A Modern Tropical Home With Bold Patterns and Bright Colors

February 23, 2020

Following tragic loss and years of instability living in their native country of the Congo, the Barobi family of refugees are given a new future, and a chance to grow roots in Ogden, Utah. See the photos of this incredible home.

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From: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Meet the Barobi Family

Following the tragic loss of his parents and a younger sibling, and years of fear and instability in the Congo, Ashraf Kambare, his younger sisters Azida and Habiba, his aunt Anifah Barobi, and cousin Zulufa have found their permanent home together in Ogden, Utah. The family poses on the front porch of their new house alongside the Extreme Makeover team.

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From: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Surprising the Barobi Family

Marching with an army of volunteers from Ogden, Utah, host Jesse Tyler Ferguson, designers Darren Keefe, Carrie Locklyn, and Breegan Jane are joined by Wadman Corporation, the UN Refugee Agency and many others ready to give back and support the Barobi family.

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Surprising the Barobi Family

Upon arriving at the Barobi family's rented apartment, the family of five is overwhelmed and excited to greet the hundreds of volunteers who arrived to participate in the surprise.

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Surprising the Barobi Family

Ashraf is comforted by host Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who praises the young man's commitment to his family, and promises them a fresh start that will help them continue to heal and grow roots in the United States.

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