After falling in love 5 years ago, Susan and Harvey searched the city for a heritage house that felt like home. But now that there's a baby on the way, Susan can't see how family life fits in a 1930's character house.

When Teresa and David found this 100-year-old fixer upper in a Spanish-speaking neighborhood, they knew they had found their new home. But like many old homes, it needed a top-to-bottom renovation.

Four years ago, Angela and Mike bought a quirky beach home despite its outdated style. Now they still love the location of their home, but since Angela's mom has moved in, their three-bedroom beach house isn't functioning anymore.

After buying and renovating a two-story suburban rancher, Sinna and Siva thought they had created a flawless family home. And it was perfect until three generations started living under one roof.

When Joyce and Steven bought their mountainside charmer twelve years ago, they knew it needed some work but loved all the space. But once reality set in, the couple realized it was more than they could handle.

Online entrepreneurs Stephanie and Nick juggle home-based businesses and two children in a tiny, dated home. Can Jillian sway Nick with a design overhaul or will Todd pry Stephanie from her life-long neighbourhood?

Three years ago, Mike and Melinda moved into his childhood home. Even though it is in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in the country, Mike just can't stand the thought of living in his parent's old house.

Nicholas and Gordo were house hunting when Gordo's parents needed to move into a place that better suited their needs. So, the couple moved into Gordo's childhood home. Now they are wondering if they will love it or list it.

While Mike and Karen settled on a single-level rancher, they were sold on living next to the mountains. And the outdoors are still awesome, but the house itself is another story. Seven years later, not much has changed.

When Michelle and Brandon bought this home six years ago, they were hoping to turn a fast buck. But before they could sell, Michelle fell in love with the place, thanks in large part to their Italian neighbors.

Teresa wants a downsize with an apartment for her aging parents, while Brian wants to transform their basement.

A family of six living under one roof is frustrated by their lack of space, except for Dad, who doesn't see a problem. Realtor Todd finds them a home to fit their family, but designer Jillian's reno adds more room and storage.

Eva and Chris never planned on living in their dysfunctional East side home forever. Can Todd find a turnkey home on the coveted West side and convince Chris to move? Or will Jillian’s re-design persuade Eva to stay?

Karalyn and Todd’s 1960’s house needs more than a reno. Jillian must radically redesign the entire layout to keep Karalyn at home, while it’s Todd vs. Todd as he tries to tempt them with a new house complete with a stunning view.

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.

Kelly and Lorn bought their bungalow when they were expecting their first child. To get all of the benefits of city living, some compromises had to be made. Renting their basement provided income.

Firefighter Greg convinced his wife Robin to buy this two-story house by promising he would renovate it top to bottom in no time. But six years and two kids later, there are more than a few unfinished projects.

Eight years ago, Steph and Cynthia bought their historic house from Cynthia's mom. The home's character, location, and backyard are what won them over, but after having two kids, their home is now bursting at the seams.

Can Jillian unlock the potential of this growing family's home with a re-design, or will Todd woo them with a spacious open concept?

Halyna and Peter’s tiny home poses big problems for Jill as she struggles to maximize function in a tight space. Meanwhile, Todd searches for a property that will be the perfect size for this couple to grow into.

David and Geneva bought their fixer-upper in search of more room for their growing family. Four years later, the renovations are still not complete, and Geneva is fed up.

Emily and Gary bought their fixer-upper after receiving an unexpected inheritance. But a stop-work order halted their renovation plans. Ready to dive into this challenge are rivals Designer Jillian Harris and Realtor Todd Talbot.

A hillside home with a mountain of problems has Julie and Bernard at their breaking point. Julie isn’t ready to give up on her outdated home in a family-friendly neighborhood, but Bernard thinks they are bursting at the seams. Originally thinking they would be a family of four, they had—what they like to call—a “bonus baby,” and that has Bernard on a space quest for his growing family. Can Jillian reconfigure their dysfunctional and outdated home to show Bernard that size isn’t everything? Or can Todd show Julie that it’s all about the space, with a larger, open-concept home her family can grow into?

Empty-nesters Cindy and Chris love to entertain, but their boxy townhouse is only good for serving up challenges. An awkward kitchen and no proper space for Cindy to do her art have Chris beyond frustrated. Todd is called on to find a home that better suits their lifestyle and is ready for their retirement. While Cindy can't see the reason to pack up and move, a few fixes from Jillian will give them exactly what they need.

Two years ago, Sabrina and Kevin bought a home sight unseen in Sabrina's childhood neighborhood. Kevin feels no connection to the home, but Sabrina can't imagine raising their future family anywhere else.