Fixer Upper: Welcome Home Season 1 Episode 2 Planting Roots in Waco

After a brief hiatus, Fixer Upper: Welcome Home is back with its second season, offering viewers the latest renovating escapades of Chip and Joanna Gaines in Waco, Texas. In episode two, titled "Planting Roots in Waco," the couple helps a family in search of space for their growing family and a plot of land to call their own.

For years, James, an Army veteran, Kelsie, and their two kids have been living in a modest home that no longer suits their needs. With a third child on the way, they're looking to upsize and to purchase a piece of land to build their dream home. The couple is enamoured with the idea of country living where they can raise chickens, have space for a garden, and build a pool. They've searched Waco far and wide to no avail, but that's where Chip and Joanna come to the rescue.

The episode kicks off with a tour of the family's current home and a conversation with Chip and Joanna. Kelsie shares that she's looking for a vintage and classic style, while James hopes for a few outdoor hangouts spots to unwind after a long day at work.

As usual, Joanna takes the home's features and creates plan drawings, while Chip oversees the practicalities of the project. The couple's design aesthetic is always evolving, with each renovation featuring a touch of unique style. This time, they've chosen to highlight the use of brick and leather, rustic decor, warm colour palettes, and vintage touches that blend beautifully to create a homely vibe.

After much searching, Chip and Joanna eventually find their perfect property, over three acres of land that they've helped the couple purchase. The property features a rundown house, with a great outdoors space but an outdated and bizarre interior. James, a handyman, will be taking on the renovations of the house, with Chip and Joanna offering guidance throughout the whole process.

The episode moves on to the nitty-gritty of the design. Joanna opts for a colour palette of neutral tones, with pops of green that remind viewers of the countryside feel. She picks out light and modern furniture and features industrial wood and iron accents to give an updated, comfortable, and inviting feel to the outdoors spaces.

Meanwhile, Chip is kept busy with the outdoor patio area. He gets creative with a fun idea of creating a bbq pit, smoker and pizza oven in one massive stone structure. The structure will be the main focal point of the backyard, designed as a place for the family to spend time and relax together.

The team also creates a new master bedroom and bathroom for the couple to have a private sanctuary away from the rest of the family, a revamped and expanded laundry room, and a kids bedroom with plenty of storage space. Inspirational quotes and wooden décor accents fill the spaces, offering a cozy modern aesthetic.

As James works tirelessly on the renovations, Chip and Joanna work alongside him, offering guidance, and adding their touch to the project. Chip builds a custom storage cabinet for the family's bikes, while Joanna adds lush paint and wallpaper to the mix, creating a charming vibe that makes viewers feel like they're stepping into a new home.

Finally, the big reveal day arrives, as the family is welcomed back for the big reveal. Stunned by the transformation, they move into their beautiful new space, with an updated and more efficient home that achieves their larger living wishes, family outdoor needs, and style wants.

In the end, the couple finds their dream home that they can anticipate for years to come. For the team, it's another job well done as they have helped to create a custom space the family is sure to enjoy for a long time. For viewers, it is an excellent episode full of inspiration and unique ideas for creating a homely vibe you'll want to call your own. With more episodes to come, Fixer Upper: Welcome Home is proving that it's great for any viewers looking for a touch of expert design and renovation tips while enjoying a peek into Chip and Joanna's charming lives.