Ep 10. Wide Open Spaces

In the season 1 finale of Good Bones, entitled "Wide Open Spaces," mother-daughter duo Karen E Laine and Mina Starsiak tackle a massive renovation in the Old Southside neighborhood of Indianapolis. The home in question is a large, two-story structure boasting 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on a beautiful corner lot - but it's seen better days. The exterior is covered in peeling paint and the interior is in major disrepair.

Karen and Mina's clients, a young family with a new baby, want a space that they can grow into and feel comfortable in for years to come. To achieve this, Karen and Mina will transform the dark, cramped interior into a bright and welcoming oasis. Their first task is to knock down some walls and open up the living room and kitchen, creating a light-filled space that's perfect for entertaining.

With the walls down, Karen and Mina turn their attention to the kitchen. They want to keep the traditional character of the home intact, but also update the space with modern amenities. To do this, they opt for a classic white color scheme and shaker-style cabinetry. They also install a massive island with a quartz countertop, giving the family plenty of space to cook and gather around.

In addition to the kitchen and living room, Karen and Mina also renovate the home's two bathrooms. They opt for a bold black and white color scheme in the downstairs bathroom, complete with a statement-making hexagonal tile floor. Upstairs, they keep things a bit more traditional with a white subway tile shower and classic black and white flooring.

But the real star of the show in this episode is the backyard. The family wants a space where they can enjoy the outdoors and entertain guests, so Karen and Mina set out to create a patio that's perfect for grilling, dining, and relaxing. They install a stunning cedar pergola over the patio, providing shade and visual interest. They also install a built-in grill and bar area, perfect for summer cookouts.

Throughout the renovation, Karen and Mina face their fair share of challenges. They discover that the home's foundation is in poor condition, meaning they have to spend extra time and money reinforcing it. They also struggle with an unexpected rainstorm that threatens to ruin their newly-sodded lawn. But through it all, they remain positive and determined, always focused on the end goal of creating a beautiful and functional home for their clients.

In the end, Karen and Mina's hard work pays off - the finished product is truly stunning. The family is thrilled with the result, and Karen and Mina are proud of the work they've done. "Wide Open Spaces" is a fitting finale to a season of hard work and incredible home transformations.