Preservationist Brett Waterman transforms historic homes with fascinating stories and unrealized potential. He focuses on homes with tons of character hiding beneath neglect and bad renovati... Read allPreservationist Brett Waterman transforms historic homes with fascinating stories and unrealized potential. He focuses on homes with tons of character hiding beneath neglect and bad renovations, restoring their former glory.Preservationist Brett Waterman transforms historic homes with fascinating stories and unrealized potential. He focuses on homes with tons of character hiding beneath neglect and bad renovations, restoring their former glory.
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This show is a breath of fresh air for those with old homes
This is NOT your same-old house renovation show. Brett carefully returns homes to as near original glory, while preserving but disguising modern necessities to fit the period. As an owner of a 106 year old home myself, I've learned SO much from this show and it has both broadened my thinking and also allowed me to key in to exactly the approach I want to take.
Another thing this show has made me realize is that EVERY era of home can be beautiful, you just have to be true to the home's original function and be consistent with finishes and style choices throughout. I've also learned that I can like linoleum, and that it is NOT the same thing as vinyl flooring ;)
The only thing I would change about the show would be for him to go to other parts of the country, as he stays mostly in Redlands and always in Southern California. I want to hire him! Brett come to the Midwest!! But for real though, I would thoroughly enjoy seeing how his approach might vary for areas that experience freeze/thaw, snow load, and otherwise more precipitation.
Brett's vision: A+ Interior designers: A+ Cabinet makers: A+ Master carpenter: A+ Landscapers: A+
Another thing this show has made me realize is that EVERY era of home can be beautiful, you just have to be true to the home's original function and be consistent with finishes and style choices throughout. I've also learned that I can like linoleum, and that it is NOT the same thing as vinyl flooring ;)
The only thing I would change about the show would be for him to go to other parts of the country, as he stays mostly in Redlands and always in Southern California. I want to hire him! Brett come to the Midwest!! But for real though, I would thoroughly enjoy seeing how his approach might vary for areas that experience freeze/thaw, snow load, and otherwise more precipitation.
Brett's vision: A+ Interior designers: A+ Cabinet makers: A+ Master carpenter: A+ Landscapers: A+
GREAT SHOWCASE OF HISTORICAL HOME RENOVATION - FANTASTIC HOST
Everyone this is a great show that strips away all the bad renovations made to architecturally splendid Homes.
Historical Societies should be standing behind Brett who is so passionate about his craft - and no he isn't trying to renovate totally up to date features but creating an environment that fosters the originality of the Homes - making them suit the owners requirements.
What an adventure exploring the California landscape and the place in history these homes hold. Brett showcases all the facets that comprise these dwellings and introduces us to some historically significant Gems of American Greatness.
Love the show - hopefully many more seasons of exploration with brett remain to be seen!!!!!.
Historical Societies should be standing behind Brett who is so passionate about his craft - and no he isn't trying to renovate totally up to date features but creating an environment that fosters the originality of the Homes - making them suit the owners requirements.
What an adventure exploring the California landscape and the place in history these homes hold. Brett showcases all the facets that comprise these dwellings and introduces us to some historically significant Gems of American Greatness.
Love the show - hopefully many more seasons of exploration with brett remain to be seen!!!!!.
Great show but the latest season is less relateable
We've been a fan of this show since it started and really enjoy watching Brett Waterman restore classic homes to their original grandeur. The show is a great blend of home renovation and architectural history lesson. Brett does a great job of explaining the look and character he's trying to capture as he works through the renovation.
My only critique comes from the most recent season (2023). In previous seasons, the reno projects featured on the show were generally modest homes in quiet middle-class residential neighborhoods. This latest season seems to have taken the show in a new direction, as it almost exclusively features massive homes and huge restoration budgets. The effect for a viewer like myself is that the show suddenly feels out of touch and thus less interesting.
I hope the the show runners remember their audience and return to restoring homes that more of us could see ourselves living in in upcoming seasons. It's one of the aspects of the show that make it stand out from it's competitors, and frankly why I enjoy watching.
My only critique comes from the most recent season (2023). In previous seasons, the reno projects featured on the show were generally modest homes in quiet middle-class residential neighborhoods. This latest season seems to have taken the show in a new direction, as it almost exclusively features massive homes and huge restoration budgets. The effect for a viewer like myself is that the show suddenly feels out of touch and thus less interesting.
I hope the the show runners remember their audience and return to restoring homes that more of us could see ourselves living in in upcoming seasons. It's one of the aspects of the show that make it stand out from it's competitors, and frankly why I enjoy watching.
Historic renovations
I really love that this is not just your standard redecorating show. Homes are restored to be what they were originally supposed to be. All sorts of architectural styles are presented, and even when the style isn't one I would typically care for, it is always interesting to learn about the different styles and the elements that define them. I'm an architecture junkie, but I think anyone who enjoys home remodeling and decor shows would enjoy this. I find the host to be really likeable and he comes across as a really nice, laid-back guy.
Love this show
O how i wish i could find this on TV . So many of the 'house shows' are about the hosts personalities . Brett's show is about the personality of the homes. Please bring Restored back to the lineup.
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