Before & After: A Family Home Gets A Breezy Facelift

[@esguerr818]

The exterior looks stunning! From being a boring average suburban look, it is now an elegant timeless stylish home. Congratulations!

[@modelointeriors104]

Thank you, the old white turned grey brick bothered me from the day we bought it :)

[@fitlovebug]

@@modelointeriors104 my mouth literally dropped when the camera panned to the after. Those windows are just incredible. Really enjoyed the tour of your home and the design and style is impeccable.

[@Lilc-hm2uv]

I didn't know you could get wood windows made that wasn't a man-made material made to look like wood or cladded in wood. They are spectacular!

[@sarahnomanshaikh6974]

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[@marlynnek6449]

You can get anything custom built of wood it's just $$$$$.

[@modelointeriors104]

Thank you. The windows are made from accoya wood, which is made from a fast growing pine tree that goes through a acetylation process using acetic acid. This creates stable and durable wood. They are very affordable, especially when compared to the large window companies. The best part in my mind is they are completely customizable

[@mocoono7093]

@@modelointeriors104 Thank you for the breakdown on the windows. Do you recall the stain color? Your home is stunning.

[@s.wilson2702]

@@modelointeriors104 Wow! Very interesting! What is the name of the custom window company or individual and do they ship? If you don't mind sharing that info. There are Amish communities in my area so if your source is not an option, perhaps they might share expertise with our local Amish craftsmen. Hope you see this and thanks again!

[@michaelmercurio2312]

Now, that's a beautiful home. Everything looks so well thought out.

[@francineh.7825]

I love this home! So beautiful!

[@rneustel388]

Stunning renovation!! The house looks like it should have always been this way, inside and out. The choices you’ve made are really beautiful and meaningful-truly making it work for your family.

[@modelointeriors104]

Thank you

[@renevanzyl7084]

A home takes time to develop. We are busy renovating, in stages and diy to safe cost, but still have quality. It is going to take time

[@modelointeriors104]

Good luck with your project! it takes love and patience.

[@Ad-Lo]

Wonderful transformation! She’s very practical! I love the colours!

[@karinjohnston6568]

Stunning balanced combination of aesthetic and practice considerations-really lovely.

[@geegeebugs2678]

ABSOLUTELY Beautiful

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

THERE IS NOTHING LIKE NATURAL SUNLIGHT IN A HOME APARTMENT WHATEVER YOU HAVE ESPECIALLY IN THE SPRING SUMMER MONTHS THIS IS BEAUTIFUL ❤️

[@cloverazar5315]

Might have taken a while… but nothing lovely happens overnight. I don’t usually care for stucco facades, but this is gorgeous. Those windows are a treat

[@CCC-AUSTX]

I usually 'cant stand' these make overs! This one is different! So well done. Everything is something I would choose, or like. Karen has taste, and allot of skill. Really beautiful.... CCC Austin, TX

[@jamalaw]

I'm amazed and what you've done with this home. I get thrilled when i see older homes revamped...

[@shelbybell787]

Sooo agree about waiting to see how you use the space. I’ve almost been kind jealous of people that can reno an entire home before they move in. But having been in ours 3 years now we’ve made changes slowly that function so well and we have the best plan for a bigger reno soon that’s going to suit us and this house perfectly. I would have never thought of the changes I have planned without living here. I think it helps you to better work with what the house is meant to be as well and not try to make it something it isn’t plus lose it’s uniqueness.

[@chandaharkins4418]

Gorgeous home, but I especially lovvve the exterior.

[@SandraZ227]

i love when ppl time lines are years instead of weeks, so you do learn how you want to actually use your space. home looks absolutely lovely.

[@habitationathighaltitude]

What a gorgeous house! You can really tell they took their time and put a lot of thought in it! And I really enjoyed the designer/owner's detailed commentary! My favourite thing might be the exterior, actually! That stone, these windows, that garden! 😍

[@modelointeriors104]

Thank you so much, the windows are definitely my favourite

[@s.wilson2702]

Yes, the windows are stunning! I am often bothered by stained wood interior door and window casings as well as base moldings on homes from decades past, thinking they would look so much more cohesive if they were painted out. But these handcrafted windows truly are the icing on the cake and take it to the next level. Just as the eyes are the windows to the soul, these windows are the eyes to the soul of the house and it's people. It; to me anyway, elevates it to a Frank Lloyd Wright aesthetic which actually the whole house is reminiscent of. It must be an absolute joy to live there! Thanks for sharing the beauty!

[@TomJones-wi4nh]

R/TVtooHigh I’ve never understood the appeal of mounting televisions over fireplaces. Suboptimal viewing angles and because you’re not looking at the tv straight on, it can’t fill your visual field which leads to a less immersive experience. I would have kitted out the basement as a proper tv / multi media space and let the fireplace upstairs be a centrepiece on its own.

[@MTMF.london]

Yes! This has been a huge bugbear of mine. First of all, the TV and fireplace are competing against each other as focal point of the room. And then TVs have to be mounted high up because of the fireplaces and the viewing is not optimal - the strain on the neck would become nightmarish if you plan to binge-watch your favorite shows. They should always be at eye level while sitting down.

[@Lizwindsor]

Stunning! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Popcats230]

Wow! I love what you did to this house! So cozy and elegant and the wood on the windows and doors is just beautiful !

[@AR-kk8fu]

simply classic and beautiful

[@bilqisdesainofficial]

everything is really neat very nice

[@jimandjudyc48]

That is just beautiful! Inside and out.

[@Beautifulhousewife]

This home looks million dollars 💵

[@laurenmiller149]

such a beautiful reno!

[@59marguerite]

Gorgeous and thoughtful design!

[@tweetterbug]

All I can say is WOW, WOW, WOW! Absolutely insane! Such a comfortable , inviting and cozy home. Congrats!

[@okonamaroko9419]

Apart from the TV on top of the fireplace I love every single thing about the house. It's as beautiful on the inside a it is on the outside. Functional and beautiful, timeless.

[@hellengrierson935]

it's the exposed brick and horizontal beam that are not working, wall should be painted or use same calacatta marble as on the kitchen island to marry the kitchen plus tv area

[@sharfaakassiem]

Honestly 10 years well spent!! Absolutely gorgeous home!

[@AnneMarieValenti]

Fantastic, bravo! Love this project!!

[@MsCaterific]

gOrgeous!!!!

[@cpowell6070]

Beautiful.

[@bmanning8426]

I would love to know where the pink rug in the girls' room came from - beautiful update!

[@fiercegirldesign1]

Beautiful home!

[@denise7719]

Gorgeous!

[@terrybear5398]

I just think books turned backwards as so pretentious and stupid. If you don't like the mixed colors, just put a paper book jacket on it. It really points to an illiterate mentality.

[@ceregirl5852]

She loves libraries, but doesn’t want to see the spines of books. 🤣🤣 Oh, America!

[@nicenoise2829]

@@ceregirl5852 she's Canadian...

[@madhavimotamarry7434]

Beautiful 😍

[@anagaul6269]

Loved the entire renovation. A lucky husband. The tile floor is my favorite. Where did you got it?

[@pf5658]

Beautiful both inside and out. Great interior design.

[@InTheGardenWithClaudia]

This looks so beautiful. We’re in the process of remodeling our entire home and the greatest part about this is being able to take down walls and just put in huge sliding doors and windows. I’m so excited about all of the new natural light we have. Love all of the details! 🙌

[@gaellemarcy5814]

The husband sounds amazing ! doesnt he !?

[@DH-qz2so]

If you reno the backyard pool area, would love to see what you do in that space.

[@sisisari8433]

Could you please include in every video the renovation cost so we can have an idea. It’s very helpful especially for first home buyer like myself. Thanks.

[@modelointeriors104]

Hello there, I can try to answer that for you, for a renovation of this size: I peeled off the whole exterior, added stone all the way around, new windows, doors, replaced the flooring in the entire home, took down load bearing walls, added flush steel beams where needed, new kitchen, appliances, 3 renovated bathrooms, new laundry, all new plumbing and electrical, honestly, pretty much took the entire house back to the studs, for something like this you would be anywhere from $300 000 - $500 000 depending on the finishes that you chose and how much new construction there would be, what you find when you get the walls open etc. I know that seems like a big range but there are so many variables. I hope this helps a little

[@4amore]

Everything is beautiful, but I just realized I’m poor.

[@TheSingingGardener]

Beautifully renovated. I love the windows and the little corbels on them

[@laureneharrison8897]

Every aspect is gorgeous! Love the choices & of course the workmanship on the windows 👏🏻😃

[@curious1264]

Lovely transformation really like the exterior stone and stucco. The tv games room looking onto the pool is nice but how do you watch tv and play games when the tv is facing the window

[@asnallar]

I love what she’s done with her home! It seems like she’s very practical and yet stylish.

[@michellepereira2328]

I love this style. All the warm wood details and stone and tile give it so much personality. Great kitchen design.

[@CB-vg1wq]

Congratulations, Karen Miller on a well thought out design of an entire home! Taking the wall down between the kitchen and living room was brilliant and created a beautiful, serene living space. Everyone will want to cook there and entertain! I appreciated that she told us it took 10 years to complete the remodel. So many of these shows make it seem like these changes happen overnight and that rarely happens! I agree that living in a space helps you make the right decisions. I love the farmhouse design -so friendly for gatherings. The home also has a slight arts and crafts aesthetic as well. The home has personnel touches. She does not mention it, but that house will be very easy to keep clean- a huge bonus! I really like the 1st floor entry way 'mudroom' area. A great place for coats/shoes to go and does not affect the clean look of the large kitchen/family room. The lower floor TV room is great- if someone wants to watch TV but others want to talk upstairs, that separation exists to allow this division. Finally, I liked that she spoke about plans to move the fireplace but found out it could not be done. I love when there is a constraint in a home design - it actually forces us to be more creative working with the existing structure. She did a great job using what was available. I am sure this will be a home with years of enjoyment for this owner and her family.

[@micheled6284]

What color paint did she use on the walls? Does anyone know. Thanks

[@vintagecouture2275]

What an awesome transformation 👏

[@modestabonggot9807]

Stunning and everything is beautiful....

[@JustynaSitko]

Anyone knows where can I buy floors just like these? I am located in NY.

[@captinzoom]

you would have never thought the before and after was the same house..i would have thought this was a new build but still it felt timeless and classic

[@MTMF.london]

It is practically a new-built. They stripped id down to the studs and got everything new - stone exteriors, new steel beams, plumbing, electricals, floors, doors, windows, appliances - may be only the roof is original.

[@Person-mh6xq]

Beautifully done! But 10 years of (piecemeal) renovation? I couldn’t.

[@modelointeriors104]

Thank you! I wasn't a 10 year renovation, it took me 10 years to begin the renovation. When we decided to renovate it was just going to be a kitchen renovation. We then figured we may as well do the bathrooms they were really tired, I decided to peel off the exterior, the landscaping, add exterior living/kitchen, etc.. the plan grew the longer we lived in the home. We waited until we saved what we needed and then executed the plan over an 6 month period from beginning to end.

[@lillyrose5463]

can you share details on the fireplace insert? this reno is so lovely!

[@quietstorm1050]

This house layout and frame was always my least favorite. My mind has changed. The designer did an amazing job inside and out!

[@modelointeriors104]

Thank you, it was always my least favourite layout as well, but my husband loved it. With time and patience I ended up loving it.

[@quietstorm1050]

@@modelointeriors104 Yes I'm glad you both ended up loving and enjoying the awesome transformation 🙂

[@lorenwil]

Gorgeous renovation. OK, someone is going to have to explain the turning fireplace to me, slowly. I don't quite get it.

[@modelointeriors104]

Thank you. I can try to explain it, I did not explain it very well in the video and am by no means a fireplace insert expert so please bear with me. I am not a big fan of wood burning inserts I would have preferred open firebox without an insert but it isn't very efficient. I researched the largest glass viewing area I could find in an insert and came across Stuv. These units work off of combustion, using air both from the room as well as air outside. There are small holes closer to the top of the firebox that pull air in from outside, when the box is pulling air in from the outside the flames dance in the most beautiful circular pattern, as opposed to what you normally see in a firebox when the flames appear to be going straight up. I hope this explains it a little better.

[@lorenwil]

@@modelointeriors104 This makes perfect sense, thanks! Your work is stunning. Cheers!

[@MTMF.london]

@@modelointeriors104 Do you need outside ventilation for this type of fire? Is there any danger of carbon monoxide emission?

[@modelointeriors104]

@@MTMF.london Hi there, yes it does, it is a wood burning fireplace, it requires a chimney.

[@magdalarios454]

Stunning love every room

[@sheila3205]

❤️

[@bratatighosh6189]

It’s beautifully done. @House and Home, May I know what is the ceiling hight of the downstairs? Love the ceiling light fixtures . Wanted to check if similar will work in my place

[@modelointeriors104]

Hello there, I can answer this for you. The ceilings are 8', to select fixture size, you have to factor in room size as well. A very simple guide to fixture size: measure the length and width of the room in feet add them together ie: if the room is 15'L x 12'W you would add 15' + 12' = 27, I would begin with looking for a 25" - 30" fixture. That is a very simplistic answer to this question but hopefully it helps a little.

[@brendailkhanipour7556]

Absolutely gorgeous! Could you tell us what paint color you used for the lower cabs, island and upper cab! Thank you!

[@rebeccahart]

amazing improvement! taking out that wall was a great move!

[@preciousowusu7743]

Love the kitchen.

[@Hasna256]

Not friendly to the dogs to put the bowls of water in that little spot; they need to have free space above their head or it might become uncomfortable if they keep hitting their head against it.

[@meditate-relax-liveinpeace5953]

The worst thing, if he cooks regularly then the top of the stove will become dark and there is no air outlet. So finally the design is a show piece but not a usable one.

[@reyesfour]

I've lived in my house for 25 years and it still looks like crap. Please design my home. 😅

[@MyDmorris]

love the look of wood windows outside!

[@jacklynnmjackson2383]

A oversized island is golden. Then there's me who should never have a flat surface that can not serve as a bed for a bonfire also.

[@littleislandabode9211]

Beautiful home. Next time can we also see the dogs mentioned enjoying their home also.

[@rayblox4859]

Beautiful, but there is no air filter above stove. Home gets stinky even if u cook an egg.

[@heatherw.2751]

Wow, what a beautiful home!! Well done!

[@juli1037]

Beautiful, gorgeous windows!

[@ginafriend1690]

Looks nice! Wonderful the husband cooks 🙌 I couldn't have a bench seat. Just think when someone has to get up, or comes back, every one has to move. Rude!🙃!

[@sutats]

Very nice and tidy.

[@valoriefalorie4223]

Beautiful!!!! Exactly there is no point buying a new house if you can renovate it properly. Off-course it’s all about what is worth your money.

[@france4me117]

An absolute stunner ... WOW! really well executed and the color palette and choice of fabrics and furniture are well-appointed. Well-done Karen Miller

[@jayque8187]

STUNNING!!!!!!I love everything about this. It's beautiful.

[@fransirahome]

Beautiful transformation, love the dining table. Exterior is gorgeous too.

[@alaine57]

Beautiful changes, but big mistake taking angel stone off fireplace. That was the character, plus can’t replace it, as it’s not obtainable now.

[@asianangie7209]

Love the transformation!

[@davidcattin7006]

Beautiful! Stylish and perfectly functional! Must be a dream living there!

[@valeriej291]

It’s beautiful. So many great ideas. Those hand built windows….😍

[@suzanneforde1]

Lovely and Inspiring!! Can you post the contact for the windows please.

[@brigettercw]

Fabulous! The windows are incredible. The detailing is stunning. Trading the stone exterior and the wooden cased windows is genius.

[@sacdigitaldesignweb]

How big is the island? She said the dinning taker is 9feet. The island is much bigger than the table.

[@sharondamongeot1439]

Nice but the ceiling looks very low.

[@chiachihwang4502]

Is there a ventilation/range hood in the kitchen?

[@drouinjohnny9036]

So beautiful....exactly my style.....great ideas....and inspiration.....thanks....

[@LoveAffairsTube]

Beautiful but 10 year reno...😒

[@nicoletaincze7614]

So beautiful…!!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@coolpersonlolollloll3540]

Love this video!

[@beetlejuice4822]

My favorite house so far I’ve seen in House and Home. 😍

[@leonorrivera6379]

Never seen a fireplace so intense

[@jgrob64906]

Omg… a tattooed decorator… 😂

[@shonafordyce3864]

What a stunning home! Beautiful and inviting. She’s so talented.

[@sionnah01]

Exceptional choices in this design. Beautiful!

[@GinaSwimfast]

First viewer! Awesome video

[@thawtianajawnson30]

Wow congratulations 😍

[@GinaSwimfast]

@@thawtianajawnson30 lol you too

[@dorothypuntarich784]

Beautiful home ❤

[@apd1dogg]

How tall are the ceiling?

[@paulinanguyen1348]

Breathtakingly beautiful design!!