Ep 2. Designer Demands and Big Boy Plans

Get a Room With Carson & Thom is a reality TV series on Bravo that follows the entertaining design duo of Carson Kressley and Thom Filicia as they team up to transform homes across America. In season 1 episode 2, titled Designer Demands and Big Boy Plans, Carson and Thom are approached by a long-time couple who have been living together for over twenty years. The couple, Kasha and Maurice, have a beautiful home in Westchester County, New York but they're looking for some assistance with their decor.

Carson and Thom arrive at Kasha and Maurice’s home to get a sense of their style and needs. The couple explains that they’re looking for an updated design that reflects their respective tastes. Kasha cherishes a more traditional home design while Maurice prefers a modern look. Carson and Thom must find a way to merge these two distinctive styles into one cohesive space.

As they get started on the project, a conversation about budget arises. The couple wants to remain within a reasonable budget, although they explain that they’re willing to make investments if need be. The designers are aware of the challenges associated with negotiating a budget and working within its limitations.

Furthermore, while they are sorting out the budget, the designers realize that the couple has some non-negotiable demands. They want a new master bathroom, a top-of-the-line kitchen, and a revamped fireplace. The requests are understandable, but the designers are keen to ensure that they allocate the budget accordingly.

In addition to the budget constraints and design demands, Carson and Thom face a scheduling conflict. They receive a call to fly out to Los Angeles and work on a project for a high-profile client. The deadline for the LA project coincides with the Westchester County project deadline, which puts their challenge to communicate with Kasha and Maurice to ensure all is going well while they are gone. This provides an interesting twist in the show and sets the stage for the excitement to come.

To add a bit of fun, the episode also features Thom and Carson’s interesting design decisions for their own Manhattan apartment. They both want a unique dining table that would serve as the centerpiece of their shared space. Thom is keen on a rustic table that he finds in an antique store while Carson favors a more contemporary, glass material table.

The episode is filled with interesting design decisions, fun moments, and an intriguing twist that will keep viewers hooked till the end. Designer Demands and Big Boy Plans showcases the designers' problem-solving skills and creative talent as they work to merge the distinct design preferences of Kasha and Maurice, while maintaining the necessary budget. It's a must-watch for anyone looking to learn about interior design while being entertained by two dynamic personalities.