Love It or List It Australia Season 1 Episode 2 John & Sharyn - St Ives Chase, NSW

John and Sharyn, a busy couple with two teenage children, live in a large home in the suburb of St Ives Chase, NSW. However, their sprawling home is both poorly designed and outdated with a small and awkwardly placed kitchen, a dark and dingy living area, and a huge deck which is completely unused. They have an extensive wish list, including an open-plan kitchen/living area, a large entertaining deck, and a more functional layout for their whole house.

The show's hosts, Andrew Winter and Neale Whitaker, are tasked with the challenge of renovating their current home to their desired specifications or finding them a new home that meets their needs, as the couple is divided on whether they should love their current home or list it.

Andrew takes on the challenge of renovating their current home, and he comes up with a plan that includes fresh paint, lighting, flooring, and layout suggestions. He hopes to reconfigure the layout in a way that is more conducive to their daily lives and big enough for entertaining guests. Andrew also addresses the kitchen problems by suggesting a redesign that incorporates a large island with bar seating, adequate storage, and workspace, and modern and stylish appliances. The home's living area is also proposed to be brightened up with light and airy colors, timber accents, and custom-built furniture.

Neale's approach is to find the couple a suitable new home in their desired location. He took them on a tour of three properties that fit their criteria and budget and provides his opinions. Neale suggests a beautiful, bright, and airy home with an open kitchen and living area overlooking the garden, perfect for relaxing and entertaining guests.

The couple was impressed by both designs and found it hard to make a decision. Andrew's renovation plans focused on remodeling their current home, which could save them money and become what they've always wanted. However, Neale's suggestions provided them with the opportunity to move to their dream home altogether.

Who will come out on top, the "love" proponents who prefer to stay put, or the "list" advocates who want a change? Catch all the drama on Love It or List It Australia season 1 episode 2, John & Sharyn - St Ives Chase, NSW, to see which option they choose!