When Ryan and Emilia embark on the renovation of a historic 8,000-square-foot Brooklyn brownstone in Boerum Hill, they stumble upon a host of structural problems. Emilia's boisterous Greek family wants to insert their opinions into the process.
When New York City's pandemic restrictions stall progress, Ryan and Emilia suffer devastating cost overruns. While overruns. While struggling.
As Ryan and Emilia scramble to childproof their vast six-floor brownstone, Emilia's live-in mother throws the couple's design plan into disarray by demanding a costly bedroom switch. Ryan hustles to find a renter for his SoHo condo.
Ryan and Emilia pack their condo and feel nostalgic. As the renovation comes to an end, the team of top interior designers installs the new custom furnishings.