30 of Our Absolute Favorite Designs from Chip and Joanna Gaines
There's a reason their legacy has lasted an entire decade — Chip and Joanna Gaines are HGTV's original farmhouse sweethearts. They rocked the country with the premiere of Fixer Upper in 2014 and have since starred in several new Fixer Upper series on Magnolia Network, including Fixer Upper: Welcome Home, Fixer Upper: The Castle and Fixer Upper: The Hotel. To celebrate the 10-year anniversary of their heartwarming show and their newest series, Fixer Upper: The Lakehouse (a special six-episode series airing on both Magnolia Network and HGTV), we're taking a look back at our favorite Fixer Upper designs throughout the years. Prepare to be inspired.
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Fixer Upper Season 1 — French Country in Waco
The superstars of this curb appeal look are three rich wood doors spanning a cozy front porch. Southern, haint-blue shutters surround quaint grid-pane windows, giving this original Chip-and-Joanna design from Season 1, Episode 8 of Fixer Upper the perfect balance of farmhouse and French countryside. Curved dormers on the second floor and boxwoods flanking each door add subtle cottage character.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — From Beach to Woodsy Cottage
This historic abode from Episode 7 of Fixer Upper: Welcome Home was begging for a refresh that highlighted — instead of disguised — its old-time charm. New windows with diamond-shaped mullions deceptively look original to the house and flood the kitchen inside with light. Crisp white trim and an overflowing window box bring extra charm.
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Fixer Upper Season 3 — Tiny House, Big Charm
A once-abandoned tiny house received a major redo in Episode 12 of Fixer Upper Season 3. Deep emerald green siding and brick paver steps give the little home a big presence, while extra-tall doors and windows on the first floor show off its high ceilings. Sleek black railings offer a modern touch.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Minty Green Flipper Upper
Landscaping can make or break a home — but this small-and-mighty yard from Episode 9 of Fixer Upper: Welcome Home definitely makes it. Curved plant beds and a baby crape myrtle tree flank the walkway to the front door, creating a welcoming entrance. Shingle siding and custom beige shutters bring Cape Cod personality to Texas.
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Fixer Upper Season 5 — From City Life to Farmhouse
Chip and Joanna gave this country home from Episode 10 the ultimate farmhouse treatment with a tin roof and an intricate stain glass front door that beckons guests onto the enticing wraparound porch. A swinging bench tucked behind a shady tree has us wanting to sip ice tea all afternoon.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Mediterranean Money Pit
In signature Fixer Upper style, Chip and Joanna mixed both historic and contemporary in this Mediterranean style kitchen from Episode 6 of Fixer Upper: Welcome Home. Reclaimed wood beams stretch Old World charm across the ceiling and above the range. Sleek paneling disguises the fridge, and two islands flanking the range highlight the warm, golden backsplash and offer a pleasant spot to entertain guests.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Modern Take on Old World Charm
This petite kitchen from Episode 3 of Fixer Upper: Welcome Home is maxed out on both style and function. The small-scale island boasts plenty of space for meal prep without making the space feel tight, and its deep and eye-catching color adds vibrance to the entire open living area. An extra-high tile backsplash brings contrast to the creamy white cabinets (and allows for easier clean ups).
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Fixer Upper Season 5 — Historic Home for a New Family
Black-and-white checkered tile instantly injects this kitchen from Season 5, Episode 3 of Fixer Upper with European charm. Antiqued brass pulls, restored wooden doors and washed-gray cabinets amp up the French countryside flair.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — From Beach to Woodsy Cottage
Vertical shiplap, muted green lower cabinets and an island boasting warm wooden planks gives this cottage kitchen a seaside-meets-treehouse ambiance. Romantic windows create a dreamy spot to look out into nature. Open shelving makes the space feel breezy.
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Fixer Upper Season 5 — Flip House to Family Project
Chip and Joanna stepped away from their farmhouse roots to embrace midcentury modern in this Season 5 project featured in Episode 9. Walnut cabinets pop against the retro, teal glass backsplash. Open shelves on the side of the island offer a front-and-center spot to display cookbooks, plants and cool dishware. Incorporating glass windows behind the range allows the unique kitchen space to be seen from the home's entry.
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Fixer Upper Season 5 — Historic Home for a New Family
Floral motif wallpaper in the bathroom of this older home feels fresh, yet historic. Black-and-white, square mosaic tile fits right in with the abode's 1920s Tudor style. Curved, antique brass sconces double as lighting and art.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — A Neglected Home for Newlyweds
Deep green paint, marble-look porcelain flooring and a spacious soaking tub give this primary bath from Episode 1 an air of modern luxury. A half-tiled wall (featuring vintage-inspired small square tiles) complements the sleek white oak vanity. Elongated alabaster sconces flanking the mirror create a careful balance between glam and organic.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Mediterranean Money Pit
A mix of natural stone shines in this Spanish villa-style bathroom. Geometric terra-cotta tiles on the floor continue outside to meet up with an organic stone wall, while Zelige tile behind the tub glimmers. The varied textures can stand on their own, but here, they come together to create a Mediterranean oasis.
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Fixer Upper: The Castle
For a special spinoff of Fixer Upper, Chip and Joanna took on the renovation of a century-old castle in Waco, Texas. The main bathroom of the unique home called for a grand design: Carrara marble on the floors and walls, a custom walnut vanity and clawfoot tub do the trick. Now the space feels like a spa, thanks to the inclusion of a standalone tub and a separate shower.
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Fixer Upper: The Castle
For the hall bath in the castle, Chip and Joanna went for a subtle industrial style, without sacrificing any luxuries. Rich green double-arched wainscoting ties into the color of the mosaic floor tile. Brass accents, soapstone countertops and tiled carrara marble above the wainscoting create the look of a high-end, urban hotel, while still nodding to the castle's history.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Mediterranean Money Pit
This client wanted to bring Mediterranean architecture to Waco. So Chip and Joanna installed a floor-to-ceiling stone accent wall in their primary bedroom. Minimal Roman shades, a plush rug and neutral accessories allow the feature wall to shine.
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Fixer Upper Season 5 — Flip House to Family Project
This kids' bedroom was begging for a fun mural — so Joanna chose one featuring a forest motif. (It ties into the rest of the home's midcentury-meets-nature feel.) Marigold accents in the bedding complement the mural's varied green hues. Succulents hanging from the wall double as art.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Modern Take on Old-World Charm
Chip and Joanna gave a first-time homeowner the grown-up girly bedroom of her dreams with one simple trick: wallpaper on the ceilings. The colorful floral pattern adds just the right amount of youthful personality, while crisp bedding and an oversized planter make the space feel fit for an adult. Pink paint highlights the inset arch.
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Fixer Upper: The Castle
For one of the bedrooms in their castle project, the Fixer Upper hosts embraced the abode's Gothic style with a moody paint color and Old World furniture. Original diamond pane windows are all the artwork that the room needs, while a light gray plaid rug lightens the space just the right amount.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — From Beach to Woodsy Cottage
This clean, crisp bedroom is the ideal escape after a long day. Shiplap runs halfway up the walls, while a picture ledge creates an airy space to display art (and fill the always-confusing dead space above the headboard). Sconces hung above the nightstands bring a pretty pop of metallic.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Mediterranean Money Pit
With natural textures and muted, organic colors, this ultra-zen living room took note from the lush foliage outside. Deep, oh-so-inviting sofa cushions and cushy throws and pillows create an extra-cozy spot to relax. A large window lets in plenty of light — even on cloudy days.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Minty Green Flipper Upper
A frill sofa skirt in black doesn't feel stuffy in this modern Mediterranean living room. Chip and Jo demoed the old fireplace and replaced it with a new one — complete with a quaint arched opening and an antique stone surround. The brass mirror on the mantel reflects a new light fixture in the same metal finish and a matching arched doorway.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Scrappy Barn to Modern Charm
In Episode Eight of Fixer Upper: Welcome Home, Chip and Joanna transformed a basic barn structure that was unfit for living into an airy, modern hideaway. Nearly an entire wall of windows looks out over the scenic farmland, while twin tufted leather sofas make the room feel lived-in, yet contemporary. A retro fireplace and plenty of storage for wood keeps the homeowners warm all winter.
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Fixer Upper: The Castle
The grand windows in Chip and Jo's castle project called for an equally impressive design. First on the list: a low-profile tufted sofa that doesn't block the original window panes. Instead of hanging art in an awkward corner, Joanna cleverly displayed it on an easel that fits right in with the historic vibe of the abode.
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Fixer Upper Season 5 — Family Seeks Spacious Upgrade
In Episode 8, Joanna designed a living room that marries kid-friendly comfort with upscale decor for a family with traditional tastes and three young girls. A marble-look face on the fireplace and an extra-tall mantel create a stately focal point in the space. Matching reading nooks on either side of the fireplace offer functional charm.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Minty Green Flipper Upper
A deep gold ceiling with dentil molding, a travertine-look dining table and fully upholstered dining chairs in a beige-mauve come together in this dining room to create a historic-meets-postmodern look. Large artwork and the rich color of the ceiling feel formal, while comfy chairs and a simple chandelier keep the space casual.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Scrappy Barn to Modern Charm
A multi-arm chandelier with exposed bulbs is the star of this modern-industrial space and sets it apart from the neighboring living room. Leather sling dining chairs offer sleek texture and complement the walnut, midcentury table.
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Fixer Upper Season 5 — Historic Home for a New Family
Simple, yet inviting, this dining room showcases quintessential lived-in farmhouse style. An old "Antiques" sign perfectly describes the ambiance of the slightly worn dining chairs, raw wood table, stone planters and wainscoting on the walls.
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Fixer Upper: Welcome Home — Modern Take on Old World Charm
Without completely demolishing the space, Chip and Joanna turned this dining area into a timeless, feminine retreat perfect for a first-time homeowner. Various styles and furnishings — a traditional wood dining table, antique chairs, a luxe chandelier and brick paver flooring — work together to create an eclectic feel. Chip and Jo arched the case opening and painted the trim a dusty blue.
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Fixer Upper: The Castle
Although every space in Chip and Joanna's renovated castle is breathtaking, the crème de la crème has to be the Gothic dining room. The restored original fireplace and surrounding mahogany wood walls and floors are as stunning as the day the home was built. Antique chairs from Round Top and black candelabra chandeliers complete the royal design.