Love It or List It (2008)
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Maria Armstrong — Executive Producer
Episodes 133
No Way to Go But Up
Richard and Kim bought their charming row-house 12 years ago, but as their family has grown, the home has remained the same. They are constantly battling the layout and storage in their house. It's time for Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will work within the confines of their house to gain more space and renew the function. David will show them houses with enough space for everyone. And in the end, Richard and Kim will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreMusical Mansion
Steve and Jessica loved their Victorian home, but with Steve's growing instrument collection and two kids, their house seems smaller than ever. Ready to help are Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will revamp the house for more storage and an updated style. David will search for better homes with more space to convince them to move. When all the work is done, Steve and Jessica will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreTwin Teenagers and a Toddler
Brad and Laura have twin teenage boys and a toddler. With the arrival of their third child, the boys were forced to share a room. Although it was fun for a while, there simply isn't enough space for the growing boys. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will look to open up space in the suburban home so each of the boys can have their own room. Realtor David will search for houses that can fit the family even as the kids get older. In the end, Brad and Laura will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they love it? Or List It?
Read MoreHitting a Wall
Andrew and Kiera bought their home knowing it needed some work. They tackled many of the projects around the house, but they've hit a wall with the layout issues. They can't decide if it's better to move or to stay. Designer Hilary and Realtor David want to help them make that decision. Hilary and her team will rework the house to better suit the young family. David will search for homes that will meet their needs. And after all the work is done, Andrew and Kiera will have to make a choice, will they love their home again? Or will they list it?
Read MoreTwo Units, One Family
Jay and Sherry have an older son they wanted to keep at home, so the basement unit of their house is perfect. Although they're all together, the layout of the house has major issues - the kitchen is tiny and the bedrooms aren't private. The family doesn't know what to do. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team renovate the house to make it function for everyone. David will search for houses that will convince the family to move. In the end, Jay and Sherry will have to choose what's best for their family. Should they love their house again? Or should they list it?
Read MoreMain Floor Makeover
Tim and Tarquin's family has outgrown their house. The lack of bedrooms and angled walls on the main floor have them wondering what to do. Designer Hilary and Realtor David want to help the family with their housing problems. Hilary and her team will renovate the major problem areas of the house to make the family love it again. David will search for houses that will convince the family to leave. And after all the work is finished, Tim and Tarquin will have to make a decision about their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreBattle for Bedrooms
David and Geneva bought their fixer-upper in search of more room for their growing family. But four years later, the renovations are still not completed and Geneva is fed up. David, on the other hand, thinks all the house needs is a little more work and it could be the perfect home for their now family of four. But one of the main problems with the house starts at the front door... if you can even find it. The home's address is on one street, but their "front entrance" is on another street. On top of that, much of the home is cold, and there's a lack of privacy--the kids' room is attached to the master bedroom. Fed up with the dysfunctional layout that lacks a proper front entrance, David and Geneva call upon experts Jillian and Todd for some much needed solutions. Jillian and her design team will transform their house into an open concept oasis, while Todd will convince the family it's time for a new home. In the end, will they love it or list it?
Read MoreFour Year Fixer-Upper
Franny and Salim bought this tranquil five bedroom family home in 1986, more than fourteen years after leaving East Africa for a new life. Although it was an ideal home for raising their family, there are now four grown adults living in the home because their daughters Alysha and Alyah have yet to move out. Franny doesn't want to give up on their home full of memories, but the rest of the family thinks it's time to move on. The girls are fed up with not having any personal space and there's only one usable bathroom for everyone to share... Enter competitors Jillian and Todd. Designer Jillian and her team will transform this crowded house into a relaxing space for the entire family, while Todd feels he can find all the breathing room they need in another home. When all is said and done, Franny, Salim, Alysha, and Alyah will have to decide... will they love their home again or will they list it?
Read MoreOld-World Expansion
Derek and Andy were drawn to their home by the old-world charm, but now that they have two kids, and are looking to have more, their house doesn't fit their family. That's where Designer Hilary and Realtor David come in. Hilary and her team will reconfigure the space so it will fit the family now and in the future. David will search for home with both the character and charm they love, and the additional space they need. After all the work is finished, Derek and Andy will have a decision to make. Will they love their house again? Or will they list it?
Read MoreSurplus of Storage
Roy and Maggie loved their house from the moment they saw it. But after raising three boys and starting their own business, their family has outgrown the space - especially when it comes to storage. Realtor David and Designer Hilary are ready to help. David will look for houses to fit their family while Hilary will renovate their home hoping to convince them to love it again. In the end, Roy and Maggie will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It Or List It?
Read MoreCottage in the City
When Jeff and Carolyn decided to buy their first house together, it was a big deal for the self described procrastinator and his long-time girlfriend. When a small character home caught Jeff's eye, she knew they had to move fast. Excited about making their new house a home, they made big plans to overhaul the entire house. But eight years later, they've still got some major issues. To help this conflicted couple are designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try to turn this '30s bungalow into a comfortable new living and entertaining space, while Todd tries to sell them a new home that suits an active life style. Stuck with a tiny house that is sabotaging their social life, Carolyn and Jeff will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Read MoreOutdoor Living
Mike and Linnea bought this house five years ago so they could raise their active family near the mountains. Being surrounded by parks and plenty of green space is exactly what their family wanted. But with so much time spent playing outside, sporty Dad hasn't gotten around to tackling any of the projects inside the house. From some missing carpet in the master bedroom, to the dark and dingy basement bathroom, Linnea can't seem to get past all of her home's issues. To keep this clashing couple from going ten more rounds, enter rivals designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian and her team will try to turn this haphazard house into a comfortable family home that makes room for Mom, while Todd tries to sell them on another house that meets all of their needs. Sick of sparring over their dysfunctional dwelling, Mike and Linnea will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Read MoreQuaint Coastal Cottage
Four years ago, Jeff and Paige discovered a beautiful beach community and instantly fell in love with it. So when a beach house became available, they jumped on it and downsized. They tolerated the small, two-bedroom vacation home until their third child was born, but now the house is bursting at the seams. From the lack of space in the kitchen to the tiny living room cluttered with children's toys, Paige thinks it's time to move on to a more suitable home for their family. Here to save the day are experts designer Jillian and realtor Todd. Jillian's team will take this cramped cottage and try to transform it into a functional family retreat, while Todd believes he can redefine the serenity of coastal living with a new home. Desperate to stay in their beautiful beach community but fed up with the vacation home that was never meant for year round living, Jeff and Paige will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it?
Read MoreAttic Attack
Andrew and Julie loved their house from the moment they saw it being built. Now that they have three kids, their family has outgrown the space. Realtor David and Designer Hilary are ready to help. David will look for houses to fit their family and Hilary will renovate their home to convince them to love it again. In the end, Andrew and Julie will have to choose what to do with their house - Love It Or List It?
Read MoreBasement Master
Eric and Kim tried to make their house function for their family, but after renovation costs soared, they started looking for alternatives. They moved their master bedroom to the attic, and now, they can't take it anymore. Realtor David and designer Hilary come to help. David searches for the family a home with enough bedrooms for everyone, while Hilary works to open up space within their house. When all the work is done, Eric and Kim will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It Or List It?
Read MoreBachelor Pad to Family Home
Rod and Jennifer got married and quickly started having kids. With three kids in just over three years, they didn't have time to change the bachelor's house into a family home. Realtor David and designer Hilary are ready to help the family find function and style. David will search for houses that will fit everyone. Hilary will transform the house to find purpose in the home. In the end, Rod and Jennifer will have to decide what to do. Will they love their revamped bachelor pad, or if they'll list it.
Read MoreOversized or Downsized
Rob and Kim decided they were ready to start a family, and they needed a bigger house to do so. When life didn't go according to plan, they found themselves living in an oversized home, with only hopes of filling it with family. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help the couple find a home that fits their lives now. Hilary and her team will revamp the house, making it once again feel like home. David will search for downsized homes that will convince the couple to move. In the end, Rob and Kim will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or will they List It?
Read MoreFeng Shui Family
Andy and Helen searched through hundreds of houses to find a feng shui, mother-in-law approved home. They have lived in their house for 15 years. But, now it doesn't fit their family with three growing boys. Designer Hilary and Realtor David arrive to help the family with their crammed home. Hilary will revamp the house to work for the family, while keeping it feng shui. David will search for larger feng shui homes with enough space and function for everyone. Once all the experts' work has been done, Andy and Helen will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they love their home again? Or will they list it?
Read MoreOne Family, Two Roofs
Andy and Parveen were recently married, but don't live under the same roof. Each of them has two children, but neither of them has enough bedrooms in their house to combine their families. Andy lives in a triplex where the third floor tenants recently moved, and he thinks it's the answer to their problem. Parveen doesn't feel the same way. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her crew will transform the triplex into a family home, while David will search for the perfect home for the enlarged family. And when all the experts' work is complete, Andy and Parveen will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreStanding Tall
Gerard, Laka and their son Adonai live in a small home. At 6 feet tall, Gerard realized he made a mistake when they moved in. The ceiling height and lack of space forces him to spend much of his time in the basement, where he can stand tall. But despite Gerard's issues with their home, Laka loves their house, but doesn't know if it will fit another child. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her crew will revamp the home to better fit Gerard, and function for their soon expanded family. David will search for homes with character, space and taller ceilings. In the end, Gerard and Laka will have to decide what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MorePicture Perfect House Problems
Chris and Stephanie bought what looks like the perfect home, but once inside problems are everywhere. After five years, and having a baby, they're not sure about the future of their house. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will renovate the house to make it once again function for the family. David will search for family homes to convince them to move. After all the work has been done, Chris and Stepahanie will have to decide what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or will they List It?
Read MoreVegan House
Chris and Petria bought their small house for its location, energy and character. But after having kids and adapting a vegan lifestyle, their home no longer has enough space. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will rework the house with the family's green lifestyle in mind, so they will fall in love with their home again. David will search for houses with an energy that will make the family list their home and move. And after all the experts' work is done, Chris and Petria will have to decide what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreModern Home Problems
Lee and Erin are passionate about art, and they needed wall space to showcase their paintings. So, they bought a modern home in a location they love. Then they repurposed the home to fit their family, but after adopting another child, the small house has even bigger problems. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will renovate the house to give everyone in the family their own space. David will search for homes with a modern design and the room the family needs. And in the end, Lee and Erin will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreA Hasty Decision
Doug and Ellie rented for over two decades. Then, when they were able to buy a home, they made a quick decision. With two children almost ready to move out, the house doesn't fit the family or the future. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will revamp the house to fit the family's needs. David will search for homes to fit now and later. In the end, Doug and Ellie will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreFrom the Outside In
Mom Natalie and son Brandon have lived in their small home since Brandon was little, but now that he's older, they need more privacy. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will renovate their house from the outside in to give them the low maintenance outdoor space they deserve and the privacy inside they need. David will search for houses with all their musthaves that will convince them to move. In the end, they'll have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreFirst Child, First House
John and Rebecca quickly bought their first home before having their first child, but now that they want to have another child, the house doesn't fit. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will reformat the already renovated house to better function for the growing family. David will search for homes with enough space for everyone, and have a layout that works better for the family. When all the work is done, John and Rebecca will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?
Read MoreEpisode 14
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Michael and Jeffrey
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Episode 15
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The Nguyen Family
A couple want their house, which has split living quarters, converted back to a single family home.
Read MoreEd and Martine (The Richardsons)
Eddie, the "Love It or List It" contractor, has neglected his own home, which has lots of potential but also needs lots of work.
Read MoreThe Shanahan Family
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The Gallagher Family
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The Ethier Family
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The Cira-Bagnato Family
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Mark and Desta
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Jim and Connie
A couple bought a tiny cottage in the city before deciding they want to have kids, and now there's not enough space for their growing family.
Read MoreThe Matthews-Rooney Family
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The Smyth Family
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The Ramos Family
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The McKeon-Bryce Family
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The Dinis Family
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The Pollock-Jones Family
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The Pinnock Family
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Colin and Beth
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The Hung Family
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The Renton Family
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Mark and Alana
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The Olmstead Family
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Kasia and Patrick
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The McPherson Family
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The Milne Family
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The Maharishi Family
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The Brown Family
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The O'Hara Family
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The Douglas Family
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The Shaver Family
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The Denil Family
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The Robertson Family
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The Wahl Family
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The Smith Family
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The Cunningham Family
A couple who run a day care out of their home need more space for themselves and the kids.
Read MoreThe Jaswal Family
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The Coughlan Family
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The Godoy Family
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The Hunt Family
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The Banyay Family
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The Piccione Family
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The Zeleniak Family
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Dan and Rich
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Joe & Linh
Joe and Linh's twins turn their dream home into a wedge between them.
Read MoreMatt & Kelly
Matt and Kelly's aging row house and eroding foundations.
Read MoreHeidi & Greg
A space that has both character and function.
Read MoreRichardson Family
Roxy and Dee's relationship; Hilary and David work to create harmony.
Read MoreYoung Family
A family of seven needs more space.
Read MoreRimes Family
Phil and Kelly's fourth child is on the way and they are outgrowing their two-story home.
Read MoreByrne Family
Joe is looking for a new house after living in a condo.
Read MoreJulie & Sherry
Dueling sisters want more privacy.
Read MoreNiru & Alok
A move to the suburbs to be closer to cultural amenities.
Read MoreAbbot-Brown Family
Desmond wants more space.
Read MoreFinlay Family
Marisa's century home leaves Chris wanting a more modern build.
Read MoreDonovan Family
A family business and an active family needs more space.
Read MoreDi Palma Family
A home to accommodate three generations.
Read MoreMcWilliams
A family runs out of space.
Read MoreMelissa & Oliver
Oliver buys a home that needs fixing.
Read MoreCatherine & Scott
Catherine is attached to Scott's house.
Read MoreKrista & Dave
A rundown bungalow leads to a fresh start.
Read MoreNeilson Family
Aaron and Danielle want a new home to start their family.
Read MoreAline & Colin
An area for the kids' hockey activities may mean a larger house with a backyard.
Read MoreSarena & Flare
Sarena & Flare need more room in their tiny basement.
Read MoreWendie & Dave
Wendie and Dave's suburban home has become a daily battle.
Read MoreMishelle & Ron
A family-owned legacy farmhouse of five generations has too much space.
Read MoreRachel & Calum
A couple with plans to have a second child end up expecting twins.
Read MoreDarlene & Jade
Creating a private space for a mother and daughter.
Read MoreStephanie & Peter
Creating more space for a baby on the way.
Read MoreSiobhan & Duncan
Re-inventing a tight basement to provide more space.
Read MoreLeslie & Michael
A tiny townhouse holds a family of seven.
Read MoreAllison & Robert
No main floor living space in a small house.
Read MoreKatherine, Natalia & Paolo
An easier-to-manage manor home.
Read MoreChelsea & Brian
A tiny bungalow by a lakeside.
Read MoreLorraine & Bob
Transforming a huge house into a home.
Read MoreJacqueline & Bevin
A family of seven needs a change.
Read MoreBrent & John
A historic Victorian home needs an update.
Read MoreMike & Danny
Police officers cannot agree on whether to update or relocate.
Read MoreIrene & Marcos
A suburban home to accommodate a multi-generational family.
Read MoreSarah & Andrew
Sarah and Andrew need a bigger house.
Read MoreKelly & Robin
Kelly and Robin need an expansion for their growing family.
Read MoreSachi & Cam
Cam wants a house with more space.
Read MoreJody & Sam
Jody needs space to breathe; Sam wants to make their current home work.
Read MoreEpisode 40
Season 5, Episode 40 of HGTV's Love It or List It.
Read MoreKarine & Daphna
Karina, her son and her sister had to squeeze back into a small bachelorette pad.
Read MoreDanielle & Richard
Richard wants to move to a larger home, but Danielle doesn't want to leave her elderly aunt, who lives next door.
Read MoreDeborah & Jay
After Deborah and Jay inherit a large sum of money, they argue over keeping their home or moving.
Read MoreBarb & Pete
When Barb and Pete bought their semi detached home it was with a 5 year plan. Over a decade and two active, teenaged kids later, they’re still there and struggling with the tiny cramped spaces more than ever. Can Hilary prove to Pete that this house can work? Or will David find them the home that delivers not only the space they need, but the peace of mind they deserve?
Read MoreTrish & Brian
Brian needs a home that accommodates his disabilities.
Read MoreBecky & Junior
A family of four lives in the basement of a three-story house.
Read MoreChristine & Rick
A family lives in a small home with a chopped-up floorplan.
Read MoreSue & Bruce
With their tiny house crawling with people, Hilary makes the most of Sue and Bruce's home while David presents a move-in-ready space.
Read MoreYJ & Michael
Hilary tries to fit YJ and Michael's home to fit their needs while David searches for a new home.
Read MoreJanice & Trevor
Janice bought a house without consulting Trevor.
Read MoreGeorgia & Steve
A couple disagrees on the future of their former triplex.
Read MoreDelilah & Dan
Delilah has had enough with Dan's renovations.
Read MoreKelly & Eric
After spending two years fixing up their home and increasing the value, a couple must decide whether or not to sell.
Read MoreJamie & Greg
After a two-year search for their dream home, a couple needs the house to be more functional, or they need to find a new one.
Read MoreVince & Jennifer
A large family no longer fits in their home, they need more space either through renovation or a move.
Read MoreEpisode 56
In spite of a large yard, a couple is divided over their bungalow's ability to house their growing family.
Read MoreEpisode 57
A realtor helps a couple find a home large enough without losing the charm of their current home; expanding a highly-debated space.
Read MoreShana & Jeremy
After relocating to a rural home, a couple wants a home that combines urban functionality with the room that they have.
Read MoreJosmell & Carla
While a woman feels cramped in their townhouse after the birth of her daughter, her husband is determined to make it work for their new family.
Read MoreDwayne & Hong-An
After patching up their relationship, a couple realizes they have a lot of things to fix with their house as well.
Read MoreGreg & Rodolfo
With an unfinished basement and cramped spaces, a home no longer suits the purposes of a couple who likes to entertain.
Read MoreNevada & Kevin
Nevada is tired of chaos, while Kevin thinks their home can be made functional.
Read MoreThomas & Sarah
A man loves the location of his house, but his wife feels confined by the cramped living area, and would prefer a more open concept in the country.
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