Ep 4. A Sunshine Day on Clinton Way

In A Very Brady Renovation season 1 episode 4, titled "A Sunshine Day on Clinton Way," the Brady kids continue to renovate the iconic house to resemble the set of their beloved 70s sitcom, The Brady Bunch. The theme of this episode revolves around the kitchen and dining area, with the team taking inspiration from the episode "A Sunshine Day" where the family converted their backyard into an indoor space for a sunny day.

The episode starts in the Brady house's kitchen area, where the team dismantles the current cabinets, countertops, and vintage appliances. The original design had a cramped feeling, so the team takes inspiration from the show's set and opens up the kitchen by extending the width of the countertop and relocating the sink.

The team incorporates many of the vintage appliances, including a refrigerator and iconic double oven, with new stainless steel appliances built into the cabinets, updating the space for modern culinary practices. They also add new recessed lighting to the kitchen, brightening up the space.

The highlight of the show's episode is the construction of the dining room table, which was handcrafted by the carpenters to resemble the original table with room for the entire Brady family. The team recreates the iconic lantern-style pendant light that hangs above the dining area. The rest of the dining room decor includes a custom-designed wallpaper that mimics a retro geometric pattern as seen in the show's original set.

As is typical for each episode, viewers witness the Brady's signature teamwork in constructing custom features. With a nod to one episode's storyline, in A Sunshine Day on Clinton Way, there is an impressive collaboration between Maureen McCormick (Marcia) and siblings Michael and Susan Olsen, who played their younger siblings' Bobby and Cindy, to create a themed feature. Here, they work together to build a vintage vending machine that dispenses candy and snacks like the one in "A Very Brady Sequel."

The episode finally ends with the big reveal of the kitchen and dining area. The entire cast is present to witness the moment as the team pulls away the protective covering, revealing the renovated space. The transformation is emotional for the cast and crew, as they reflect on the time committed to completing the house's renovation to match the show they all grew up watching.

In the words of show producer, Abigail Bobroff, "We had so many details in the kitchen that people will recognize from the show." The episode lived up to expectations, and the show's crew continued to demonstrate their skills in respecting the show's nostalgic elements while integrating modern design elements. Fans eagerly anticipate the next episode of this heartwarming show.