From Scrappy Barn to Modern Charm
On this episode of Fixer Upper: Welcome Home, we worked with Eddie and Lili to transform their old horse barn into a home for their oldest son.
Eddie and Lili are a husband and wife realtor team here in Waco, Texas, but they're also veterans of the armed forces, and we were so excited to help them with this special project for their family. Their son, Alex, started college this year and also has plans to join the army. They wanted to convert the unused horse barn on their property into a home for Alex so that he can enjoy his own space while he’s in school. Long term, Eddie and Lili have dreams of offering this space as a refuge for veterans who need a place to stay.
We wanted to take some creative chances with the design and transform this space into the open and inviting home the family had envisioned. The footprint of the barn itself wasn’t very big, but with an open concept living area, beautiful views, and an expansive front porch, this house is small but mighty, and we can’t wait for you to see how it came to life!
— Chip + Jo
Materials + Design Elements
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Exterior: Before + After
Pond Stone - Exterior Paint from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines
what we updated:
- Fully enclosed the barn to create a designated entryway, added a front porch with pine ceiling and cedar beams, and installed all new landscaping
- Rebuilt the roofline to create a steeper peak and added a new metal roof to match the main home on the property
- Replaced siding with board and batten (painted in Pond StoneOpens in new tab, a cool charcoal hue with green undertones)
- Added three sets of French doors to the front of the home to allow for more natural light to filter in
- Added metal, industrial-style exterior sconces to both sides of the front door
Entry: Before + After
Blanched - Interior Paint from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines
what we updated:
- Poured and stained concrete floors throughout the house
- Installed white oak exposed ceiling feature to add warmth and contrast to the concrete floors
- Incorporated mid-century elements like wall sconces and wall art to complement the overall style of the interior
Living Room: Before + After
paint on walls — Blanched - Interior Paint from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines, paint on doors and trusses — Blackboard - Trim, Door + Cabinetry Paint from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines
Cora Indigo White Rug from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines crafted by Loloi
Dining Room: Before + After
Elliston Light Grey Rug from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines crafted by Loloi
what we updated:
- Added four custom metal trusses to the ceiling
- Installed a 12-foot-wide fixed window to provide more natural light
- Brought in a wood-burning stove and custom-built a metal log holder
- Added two sets of custom black plank barn doors with inset brass door pulls
- Hung a Sputnik-style antique chandelier above the dining table to help define the space and set it apart within the open concept living area
Kitchen: Before + After
Rowan Sand Rug from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines crafted by Loloi
what we updated:
- Added a glass side door from the kitchen to access the driveway and French doors to access the front porch
- Built three casem*nt windows above the sink and installed new sconces above them
- Added all-new white oak cabinets with plank style doors and white oak floating shelves
- Installed infinity black quartzite countertops with a dry-stacked zellige tile backsplash
- Incorporated industrial-style, matte black finishes, including new plumbing fixtures, a metal vent hood, and raw steel cabinet pulls
Office: Before + After
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Wooded Acres - Interior Paint from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines
what we updated:
- Painted the walls and trim a dark green hue to create dimension and depth in this smaller space
- Added a white oak tongue-and-groove ceiling to bring in warmth and texture
- Installed an oversized modern black light fixture for additional interest
Primary Bedroom: Before + After
Pond Stone - Interior Paint from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines
Cora Umber Natural Rug from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines crafted by Loloi
what we updated:
- Painted the wall and trim the same color as the exterior to create consistency
- Added a white oak tongue-and-groove ceiling to add warmth and dimension
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Inspired to get started on your own space? Get started on magnolia.com.
before + after photography taken by Lisa Petrole
FAQs
In short, the answer is no. The couple (or person) was required to either purchase the pieces from HGTV or return them after filming wrapped. This included everything from the giant clocks and the modern chairs to the small trinkets Joanna used to decorate the kitchen countertop.
What did chip and Joanna do after fixer upper? ›
Since wrapping up Fixer Upper and Fixer Upper: Welcome Home, Chip and Jo have taken on unconventional projects, including a hotel and castle. This time, the couple took on a special renovation—a lake house.
Where is the minty green house from Fixer Upper? ›
Fixer Upper's minty green house is located in Waco, Texas. As described on Magnolia.com, Chip and Joanna's website, the house sits “on the corner of a beautiful neighborhood“. The large cottage was built in the 1950s and had been vacant for 15 years before Chip managed to get his hands on it.
Why don t they show all the rooms on Fixer Upper? ›
As it turns out, episodes don't hide the rest of the rooms because the Gaines' didn't finish the work or because the rooms don't look as good as the rest of the house; Joanna Gaines' reveal to People that the rooms are cluttered with supplies means that they were just too full of stuff to give the full picture to the ...
How much does it cost to hire Chip and Joanna? ›
The final Chip and Joanna Gaines booking price is contingent on many variables and the booking fee we may show is based on a range derived from our past experience with what will Chip and Joanna Gaines charge for an event. An example fee to book Chip and Joanna Gaines is in the starting range of $300,000-$499,000.
Has anyone ever bought all the furniture on Fixer Upper? ›
In an archived Q&A with Joanna Gaines on the Wayback Machine, the co-host and interior designer of "Fixer Upper" revealed that the furniture was only there for staging. The homeowners had the opportunity to purchase the furnishings, but it was not included in the renovation budget.
Why was Fixer Upper Welcome Home Cancelled? ›
The couple eventually announced in September 2017 that they were concluding the show after its fifth season the following April, sharing that they needed time to focus on their family. "[The children are] so young, and we want to give them the chance to have a normal childhood," said Joanna, 39, at the time.
Did anyone not like their Fixer Upper house? ›
Over the past four years, Chip and Joanna Gaines have helped people in Waco, Texas, flip and design their dream homes. But Ken and Kelly Downs say that living in their "Fixer Upper" home has been more like a nightmare.
Who sold their house on Fixer Upper? ›
Chip and Joanna Gaines have sold their lake house—but you can still watch their renovation unfold on “Fixer Upper: The Lakehouse.” A Magnolia Network rep has confirmed, “They bought the Lakehouse with the intention of flipping it, and they have sold it.”
Who bought Minty Green house? ›
Chip purchases a minty green house with... - Magnolia Network | Facebook.
Shortly after Todd and Lexia's episode of Fixer Upper aired on television, the pair moved out of state. They sold their newly renovated home to Kristi Bass. The five-bedroom, two-bathroom abode is currently listed on Airbnb for rental.
What did Fixer Upper get in trouble for? ›
The Environmental Protection Agency fined Chip and Joanna Gaines because "renovations of older homes appearing in several seasons of 'Fixer Upper' reviewed by EPA did not depict the lead-safe work practices" typically required for renovations, according to an EPA settlement information sheet on the matter.
Do clients keep furniture on Fixer Upper Welcome Home? ›
The clients don't get to keep all the furniture seen in the reveal. Most of the furniture you see in the homes on reveal day is "staging furniture," meaning it's just there to make the space look nice. After the reveal, clients can purchase what they want to keep in their home.
Do they really only look at 3 houses on Fixer Upper? ›
The house-hunting scenes are staged.
Chip and Joanna kick off each episode of "Fixer Upper" by showing their clients three potential properties for their house flip.
Who pays for the renovations on Fixer Upper Welcome Home? ›
You have to meet the budget.
Homeowners on the show must have a home with a purchase price under $200,000 and they require at least $30,000 worth of renovations. HGTV does not fund the renovations, but they do cover the cost of one bonus item and pay a talent fee to Chip & Joanna.
Do people on home renovation shows get to keep the furniture? ›
But here's the kicker: More often than not, the homes are staged, meaning the homeowners don't get to keep the furniture and decor that's shown on TV. “Most if not all of our flipping shows are staged,” Betsy admits, noting that, depending on the client, sometimes the renovation will include some of the furniture.
What happens to furniture after staging? ›
After staging, furniture is often returned to the staging company or the furniture store that they were rented from. Some buyers might fall in love with what you have done to the space and ask to purchase all of the staging inventory en masse. This opens up some great opportunities for further profit.
Do the homeowners keep the furniture on Nate and Jeremiah? ›
Nate Berkus: By having the homeowners walk us through their stuff, it allows us to get to know them. To edit it, we bring them back into the space once it's been renovated, and then they have to decide whether or not it's something they really want to keep. Oftentimes, they don't.
