Ep 6. Ever-Growing Family

In season 9 episode 6 of Love It or List It titled "Ever-Growing Family," interior designer Hilary Farr and real estate agent David Visentin help a couple struggling with their limited living space as their family continues to grow. The couple purchased their home a few years ago with aspirations of using their in-law suite as a playroom and guest room, but now they have two children and are expecting a third.

The homeowners love their neighborhood and community, but their cramped living quarters are not meeting their growing needs. The family's two children share a room, and there is no space for a nursery or guest room. The living room and kitchen are small, making it difficult for the family to entertain guests. The couple is tired of constantly tripping over toys and fighting for space, and they are considering moving to a larger home.

David aims to find the perfect larger home for the family while staying within their budget, and Hilary is tasked with renovating the current home to better suit the family's needs. Hilary plans to knock down walls to make the living room and kitchen more spacious, creating a separate playroom for the children. She also intends to add a new bedroom which could transform into a nursery.

David takes the couple to visit several homes, each with their unique potential, but they all require significant renovations that would add up to a high cost. With each home there is a tradeoff that the couple must weigh against their current home. They must consider location, the space for guests, and their increasing family size.

Throughout the episode, Hilary and David work to persuade the couple to love their updated home or list it and move to a larger one. With each newly renovated room and house tour, the couple becomes more conflicted over their decision as they compare the potential of their current home to these new homes.

The stakes are high as Hilary and David showcase their skills in tackling each challenge. Hilary's renovation plans challenge the current limitations of the house, while David uses his expertise to secure the ideal home for the family.

In the end, the couple must make a difficult decision, weighing the benefits of a bigger home versus the benefits of a newly renovated home. Their decision will likely lead them to appreciate their current home or move on to a bigger and better one.

Overall, "Ever-Growing Family" is an exciting and emotional episode that showcases the real-life challenges of raising a family in a home that is becoming more cramped with time. The episode is a reminder that the decision to love it or list it does not only involve the home but the emotions and memories attached to it as well.