House Hunters Season 2017 Episode 163 Big House For Blended Family

As a blended family searches for their dream home, they must navigate the challenges of finding a house that fits their unique needs. In this episode of House Hunters, viewers follow the family's journey as they hunt for a big house that accommodates the needs of both parents and their children from previous marriages.

The episode starts with an introduction of the family, a couple named Lauren and David, who have been married for three years and have three young children between them. David's two kids live with them during the week, while Lauren's child comes for visits on weekends. As the children continue to grow, the family has outgrown their current home, and they are now in search of a larger place to better accommodate everyone's needs.

With a budget of $800,000, the family has a lot of options and must figure out what features are most important. The episode shows viewers different houses as the family narrows down their search by considering various factors, including proximity to schools and family attractions, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and any extra space for activities such as a home office or gym.

One house that they tour is a substantial six-bedroom, three-bathroom house in a desirable neighbourhood. The house has a plethora of excellent features, including an spacious open-plan living room and dining area, a home office, a large backyard, and a separate guest bedroom. However, the kitchen is located on the opposite side of the living space from the outdoor patio area, which might be a problem when entertaining guests. The family loves everything about this house and struggles to find any major flaws in it.

Another home they consider is a five-bedroom house located just off the golf course. The house has four bathrooms, a gym and a generously sized open-plan kitchen and living area. The family is particularly impressed by the expansive backyard area, which is perfect for hosting BBQs or playing games with the kids. However, the house has neither a dedicated guest room nor a separate bathroom for on-site guests, which may be a drawback for their extended family members during visits.

As the family members tour different houses, viewers gain insights into the various aspects of a home-buying decision. We get a glimpse of their thought processes as they attempt to weigh the pros and cons of each property. Eventually, they find a perfect house that meets their needs. The property has six bedrooms, four bathrooms, a big kitchen complete with a large island and walk-in pantry, a game room, a home office, a gym, and a spacious backyard with plenty of space to entertain guests. This new property has everything they were looking for – except for space for their respective children's bedrooms.

The episode concludes with a highly emotional final decision scene in which the family must make a choice between their top picks. The decision was challenging given that both properties were almost identical, and both contained desirable features. After much discussion, they select one of the properties that they were convinced would cater best to their blended family's needs – a stylish six-bedroom ranch-style home with a pool, plenty of open-space, and a large backyard perfect for children to play.

Overall, House Hunters Season 2017 Episode 163 - Big House for Blended Family, gives viewers a glimpse into the world of a blended family searching for a home, complete with many of the unique challenges and considerations that come with such a choice. As the show emphasizes, finding the perfect house requires a lot of effort, thoughtful consideration, and compromise. For the family in this episode, it was worth all the effort in the end.