About this season
Granite countertops or a custom, mosaic backsplash? Hardwood floors or stone tiles? We are bombarded with so many beautiful home renovation ideas, not only is it difficult to decide what we want, but it's hard to determine which choices provide the greatest return on investment. Bang For Your Buck has the concrete answers on remodeling value and how to get the most out of any renovation budget. In each episode, three homeowners from the same city renovate the same room of the house with the same budget. After the renovation, experts determine the value of each home, dramatically revealing whose remodeling choices were good investment decisions.
Episodes (13)
1. Three Master Suite Renovations in Washington, D.C.
Aired 1 July 2010 • 21 min
Designer Sabrina Soto and a local Realtor critique three master suite renovations in Washington, D.C. to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First they check out a customized modern master suite with a millwork study incorporated into the entry. Next they visit a contemporary master suite with a cupola ceiling that towers over the bed. And finally, they check out another contemporary master suite with space expanding interior design.
2. Three Kitchen Renovations in Baltimore
Aired 8 July 2010 • 21 min
Designer Taniya Nayak and a local Realtor critique three kitchen renovations in Baltimore to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First they check out a Traditional kitchen with an entertainment alcove. Next they visit a contemporary ktichen with an entire storage wall. And finally, they check out a contemporary kitchen with a custom-made concrete bar.
3. Three Great Room Renovations in Austin Texas
Aired 15 July 2010 • 21 min
Designer Alexa Hampton and a local Realtor critique three kitchen renovations in Austin to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a Latin inspired great room with built-in speakers throughout. Next, they visit a modern great room with a vaulted ceiling. And finally, they check out a contemporary great room with a limestone fireplace surround.
4. Three Key West Vacation Rental Renovations
Aired 22 July 2010 • 21 min
Designer Monica Pedersen and a local Realtor critique three vacation rentals in Key West to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a zen ranch house with a river rock shower. Next, they visit a contemporary cottage with a guest loft. And finally, they check out a transitional carriage house with a reading loft.
5. Three Orange County Outdoor Living Spaces
Aired 31 July 2010 • 21 min
Designer Lisa LaPorta and a local Realtor critique three outdoor living renovations in Orange County to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a contemporary outdoor living space with a glass tile infinity spa. Next, they visit a traditional outdoor living space with multiple outdoor rooms. And finally, they check out a traditional meets contemporary outdoor living space with a water wall.
6. Three Great Room Renovations in Boston
Aired 7 August 2010 • 21 min
Designer Taniya Nayak and a local Realtor critique three great room renovations in Boston to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a modern great room with a chic fireplace. Next, they visit a contemporary great room with a gorgeous view. And finally, they check out a rustic great room with an exposed original wooden beam.
7. Three Kitchen Renovations in Chicago
Aired 14 August 2010 • 21 min
Designer Monica Pedersen and a local Realtor critique three kitchen renovations in Chicago to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a french country kitchen with a hidden double oven. Next, they visit a traditional kitchen with mud room lockers. And finally, they check out a contemporary asian botanical kitchen with an orange subway tile backsplash.
8. Three Basement Renovations in Milwaukee
Aired 21 August 2010 • 21 min
Designer Monica Pedersen and a local Realtor critique three basement renovations in Milwaukee to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a transitional basement with a multitude of light options. Next, they visit an Irish Pub basement with a faux tin ceiling. And finally, they check out a traditional basement with a Murphy bed.
9. Three Outdoor Living Renovations in Santa Fe
Aired 28 August 2010 • 21 min
Designer Jamie Durie and a realtor critique three high desert outdoor renovations in Santa Fe to determine which will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a lush oasis with a recessed hot tub with a flagstone surround covered by a bamboo pergola. Next, they visit a eco-friendly outdoor renovation where the grass is made of plastic. And finally, they check out a Southwestern outdoor renovation with a uninterrupted view of 200 miles of the badlands.
10. Three Outdoor Room Renovations in Jacksonville
Aired 4 September 2010 • 21 min
Designer Jamie Durie and a local realtor critique three outdoor room renovations in Jacksonville to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a transitional outdoor living space with a 25 foot screen enclosure. Next, they visit a rustic outdoor space with a solar heated pool and spa tub. And finally, they check out a transitional outdoor space with a summer kitchen and fire pit.
11. Three Bathroom Renovations in Portland
Aired 11 September 2010 • 21 min
Designer Monica Pedersen and a local Realtor critique three bathroom renovations in Portland to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a Asian influenced craftsman bathroom with an all tile shower. Next, they visit a traditional bathroom with a champagne bubbler tub. And finally, they check out a traditional cottage bathroom with a marble alcove shower.
12. Three Master Bathroom Renovations in Pittsburgh
Aired 18 September 2010 • 21 min
Designer Monica Pedersen and a local realty expert critique three modern master bathroom renovations in Pittsburgh to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a minimalist master bathroom with lots of natural light. Next, they visit a contemporary master bathroom with large jacuzzi tub. And finally, they check out a modern master bathroom with a luxurious steam shower.
13. Three Urban Master Suite Renovations in San Francisco
Aired 25 September 2010 • 21 min
Designer Vern Yip and a local realty expert critique three urban master suite renovations in San Francisco to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a traditional master suite with a claw foot tub. Next, they visit a modern master suite with a steam shower. And finally, they check out a modern master suite with a patio.