Ep 6. Tree House Trouble

In the season 13 episode 6 of Love It or List It, titled "Tree House Trouble," homeowners Jennifer and Dave are at odds over what to do with their cramped and outdated home in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Jennifer loves the neighborhood and the sentimental value of the home, but feels like the house is working against her and her family's needs. On the other hand, Dave wants to move to a bigger, more modern home that will better suit their lifestyle.

To help them make their decision, designer Hilary Farr needs to revamp their home and create solutions for their space issues while real estate agent David Visentin shows them houses that meet their wish list. However, the renovation hits a snag when they discover a major issue in the treehouse that Dave built for their kids, which threatens the entire project.

Hilary's solution is to knock down walls and create an open-concept main floor, which includes a new kitchen and living space. She also plans to repurpose the old family room into a luxurious master suite and build a new play area for the kids. Her design includes a rustic theme, incorporating natural elements such as wood and stone and adding pops of color with accents like a bright orange couch.

Meanwhile, David takes the family to see three potential new homes that meet their desires for more space and modern amenities. They view a sleek, modern house with high ceilings, an open-concept kitchen, and a stunning backyard with a pool. They also visit a mid-century home that boasts a sprawling backyard and plenty of space to entertain, and a newly built home with a spacious kitchen and a game room for the kids.

As the renovation progresses, Hilary and her team run into unforeseen issues with the treehouse that Dave built for the kids. While they initially tackled it with optimism, the scope of the repairs becomes larger than expected and threatens to derail the entire project. However, Hilary remains determined to see the project through and find a solution to the treehouse dilemma.

In the end, Jennifer and Dave are faced with a tough decision: stick with their upgraded, updated home or take the plunge and move to a new house. Ultimately, they must weigh their sentimental attachment to their old home against their desire for more space and modern amenities. Hilary and David present their proposals, and the couple must make their final choice: love it or list it?