Erin and Ben Napier love their small Mississippi hometown, especially the old historical houses. Using found materials and old textiles, they’re keeping the character of these classic homes but giving them modern and affordable updates. From Erin’s imaginative hand sketches to Ben’s custom handiwork, this couple is bringing homes back to life and making sure their small town’s future is as bright as its past.
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#1 – A Southern Dream
Season 4 – Episode 13
A woman inherits her mom’s house after she passes away, but it’s far too small for her growing family. Ben and Erin come up with an ambitious plan to double the size of the house, adding a master suite and two additional bedrooms upstairs.
The episode was rated from 8 votes.
#2 – A Second Chance
Season 4 – Episode 16
The home Ben and Erin renovated for Actor Richard Jones and his wife, Nancy, to lease to local resident is destroyed by a tornado. Ben and Erin fix the damage and re-imagine the owners favorite colors and new backyard.
The episode was rated from 16 votes.
#3 – Sweet Home Laurel
Season 3 – Episode 8
A Laurel, MS, native is ready to plant roots in the place her family has called home for generations. With her all-in budget of $100,000, Erin and Ben create a beautiful transformation that includes a quaint home office and a master bedroom and bathroom fit for a queen.
The episode was rated from 30 votes.
#4 – Military Family Finds Small Town Charm in Mississippi
Season 1 – Episode 10
A family of four has outgrown their loft and is ready to use their all-in budget of $200,000 to move into an family home with a yard. Ben and Erin show the parents two family-friendly houses — a dated, boxy home with 14 acres of property and a split-level ranch with a problem layout. Ben and Erin then transform the family’s pick into the ultimate home with an open concept and outdoor space complete with an arbor.
The episode was rated from 10 votes.
#5 – Inspired by the Sea
Season 4 – Episode 5
A woman who has been renting for years is ready to buy a home, and her wish list includes a master bathroom with a big bathtub. Ben and Erin capitalize on the charm of the house and design a Nantucket-inspired kitchen and a stunning master suite.
The episode was rated from 25 votes.
#6 – An Old Familiar Place
Season 3 – Episode 9
After being away for 30 years, a woman dreams of retiring in the small town where she has fond memories of her childhood. With her all-in budget of $120,000, Erin designs an elegant, airy home while Ben creates some unique builds including a laundry chute and a custom screen door.
The episode was rated from 31 votes.
#7 – Restoring a Craftsman
Season 4 – Episode 7
A couple from Alabama is excited to settle down in a small town for the next phase of their lives. Ben and Erin help them choose a forever home and give it a historic renovation complete with a gorgeous master suite, custom kitchen and screened-in porch.
The episode was rated from 26 votes.
#8 – Can This House Be Saved?
Season 4 – Episode 4
When she turned 18, a young woman inherited her family home that had been sitting abandoned for years. Now 21, she comes to Ben and Erin to see if the house can be saved with her $120,000 budget or if her money is better spent on another property.
The episode was rated from 31 votes.
#9 – The Sky’s the Limit
Season 4 – Episode 6
A man who has always moved around and loves to travel and meet new people is looking for a large home. Ben and Erin can’t believe their luck when he gives them a limitless budget to design a gorgeous retreat with a Spanish-style kitchen and master suite.
The episode was rated from 27 votes.
#10 – A House with History
Season 4 – Episode 11
Jay and Rhonda are professors interested in historic preservation, and now they’re looking for an old home of their own. Erin and Ben revive a 1920s craftsman cottage that stays true to its character, including original woodwork.
The episode was rated from 21 votes.