Design on a Dime Season 7 Episode 13 Firehouse-Themed Living Room
- October 10, 2004
- 21 min
Design on a Dime season 7 episode 13 takes viewers on an exciting journey as hosts embark on creating a firehouse-themed living room. The challenge for the hosts is to revamp the living room of a couple with a limited budget. The couple has been living in their home for four years but has been unable to give their living room the makeover it deserves. With the help of experts, the team sets out to make a radical change, on a tight budget.
The episode commences with the couple explaining their predicament, the need for an aesthetic, yet functional living room where they could entertain guests. The hosts then get busy, giving the living room the firehouse-themed look, complete with a cozy fireplace, fire hydrant stools, and wall decor. They work on a design plan which enables them to revamp the room within the allotted budget.
The hosts then set out to acquire items needed for the makeover, without surpassing the budget. They trawl thrift shops, garage sales, and flea markets searching for items that would fit perfectly into the firehouse design aesthetic. With skill and innovation, they get the needed items without spending too much money.
Next, the hosts set out to work on the wall decor. They install a firehouse-themed shelving system and use a large mirrored subway tile to enhance the natural light in the room. They ensure that everything used is budget-friendly yet elegant, giving the room a touch of sophistication and class.
The hosts then make a trip to a carpentry shop, where they acquire materials to build an impressive coffee table. They also ensure that the coffee table design aligns with the firehouse aesthetic, by creatively adding a fire station plaque.
To enhance the room's functionality, the hosts acquire a sectional sofa with storage, as well as ottomans that double as storage units. They also use curtains to separate the sitting area from the hallway, creating a sense of privacy and intimacy.
Finally, the team adds finishing touches by creatively using lamps, side tables, and throw pillows. They jury-rig a chandelier-style light fixture from a fire hose nozzle and add functional wall art, such as fire alarms and extinguishers.
The couple arrives to unveil their new living room and is blown away by the transformation. They are delighted to see a living room that reflects their style, and that adequately caters to their needs. They appreciate the effort of the hosts in creating a beautiful and functional firehouse-themed living room that fits their budget.
In conclusion, Design on a Dime season 7 episode 13 takes viewers on an exciting journey as a team of experts revamps a living room on a budget. The firehouse-themed living room is a masterclass in skillful design, creativity, and budget management. The hosts use thrift shops and flea markets to acquire items while ensuring that everything used aligns with the firehouse aesthetic. The end result is a living room that is at once aesthetically pleasing and functional, providing the couple with the perfect space to entertain guests and unwind after a long day.