Ep 8. Nautical Family Room

House Crashers is a home renovation show where host Josh Temple surprises homeowners by remodeling a room in their house. In season 8, episode 8 titled "Nautical Family Room," Josh surprises a family with a beach-themed makeover for their living room.

The episode begins with Josh introducing the family, who are eager to revamp their outdated and cluttered living room. They explain that they love the beach and want their living room to reflect that theme. Josh takes a tour of the room and notes that there are too many mismatched furniture pieces and decor items. The lighting is also poor, making the space feel dark and cramped.

Josh starts by removing everything from the room and emptying it completely. He then sets to work with his team of contractors to update the space. The team starts by repainting the walls in a neutral shade of beige, which helps to brighten the room. The crew then installs new recessed lighting throughout the ceiling to provide better illumination. They also install new wooden floors that have a beachy, weathered look.

The next step in the renovation is to add custom-built storage solutions to the room. Josh's team creates a built-in entertainment center that's perfect for displaying the family's collection of seashells and beach-themed memorabilia. The new unit also includes cabinets and drawers for storing movies, games, and other electronics.

The furniture in the room is also replaced with more beach-appropriate pieces. Josh picks out a huge blue sectional that can fit the entire family comfortably. He also adds two matching blue armchairs and a striped accent chair that provides a pop of color. The coffee table is replaced with a large wooden trunk that doubles as a storage solution for blankets and pillows.

The curtains and window treatments are also updated to reflect the nautical theme. Josh replaces the existing window treatments with woven wood blinds that provide privacy while still allowing natural sunlight to enter the room. He also adds floor-to-ceiling curtains in a striped pattern that matches the accent chair.

One of the most impressive features in this renovation is the custom mural that Josh's team creates. They paint a large beach scene on one of the walls that features palm trees, sand, and water. The mural adds depth and dimension to the room and helps bring the beachy theme to life.

Finally, Josh adds some finishing touches to the room, including new throw pillows, wall art, and decor items. He also adds some plants to the space to bring a touch of nature indoors.

When the family is finally brought back into their newly renovated living room, they're amazed at how different it looks. The beach theme is evident throughout the space, and the custom-built storage solutions and entertainment center provide much-needed organization and storage. The family is happy with the results, and they can't wait to spend time in their new nautical family room.