Tough Love with Hilary Farr

A couple purchased their midcentury home three years ago, but now the layout doesn't work for their family of four. Hilary has a grand plan to open up the space, but she faces resistance when the homeowner changes her mind about losing a brick wall.

Jennifer and Jason bought a home that worked for parents with a baby, but now that their son is older, it no longer meets the family's needs. Hilary has plenty of ideas for the reno, but the couple's color obsession may threaten to derail her design plan.

Andy and Nichole moved into their house two years ago with big reno plans, but constant indecision has left their home a pale, blank slate. Hilary takes charge and not only creates the layout they need, but also helps change their design perspective.

Nick and Nicky completed an extensive home reno prior to moving in, but now with kids, it's cluttered with clothes and toys. Hilary looks to give them a new kitchen, create bedrooms for each of their children and even hide a bathroom in plain sight.

Antwanne and Teressa became the hosts for family gatherings and long-term stays when they purchased their home, and it doesn't accommodate their needs. Now, Hilary must navigate a couple with opposing priorities that result in unique design challenges.

When Ronnie and his daughters moved into Ann's home, her small house became a maze of accumulated possessions with rooms losing their function. Hilary redesigns the family's space and helps them realize how their lives are hindered by their belongings.

In addition to their two daughters, Amy and Max have recently welcomed their niece and nephew from Ukraine into their home. With an already tight floorplan and a shortage of bedrooms, Hilary redesigns the dysfunctional house to create space for everyone.

Justin and Josh have a rapidly expanding family, and after recently adopting two children, Josh's mother is moving in. Hilary sets out to create a suite for mom, space for group family time and establishes a mandate for decluttering.

Alex and Parker share a disjointed home with multiple underused rooms. Hilary guts the place and creates a new kitchen, separate offices and an open living space with a layout that allows for both individual passions and time together as a family.