Newton: Big Plans
Episode 2 · 2007-10-11
- Documentary
- Reality
Episode overview
Master carpenter Norm Abram and general contractor Tom Silva remove the old vinyl siding from the exterior of the house, exposing not only the original wood clapboards underneath but also lots of repair work that needs to be done. Inside, architect Paul Rovinelli takes host Kevin O'Connor and homeowner Gillian Pierce through the plan for the new kitchen, which calls for a modest expansion, building as Gillian puts it, "just what we need," and nothing more. One early proponent of that style of thinking was architect and author Sarah Susanka, so Kevin travels to her own "Not So Big" home in Raleigh, North Carolina, to see some smart ideas for restrained remodels that won't break the bank. Back in Newton Centre, landscape contractor Roger Cook breaks up the old porch slab to make way for the foundation for the new addition.
Season 29 episodes
1. Newton: Move or Improve2007-10-04
2. Newton: Big Plans2007-10-11
3. Newton: Prepwork and Inspiration2007-10-18
4. Newton: Framing, Wiring, and an Unfitted Kitchen2007-10-25
5. Newton: Retaining Wall, Historic Wallcovering2007-11-01
6. Newton: Exterior Paint Colors, Stained-Glass Window2007-11-08
7. Newton: Salvage, Progress, and Pink Granite2007-11-15
8. Newton: Fieldstone, Replacement Windows, and Teak2007-11-22
9. Newton: Pests, Decking, and AC2007-11-29
10. Newton: Bluestone and a Historic Billiards Room2007-12-06
11. Newton: Bringing Light Throughout2007-12-13
12. Newton: Garage Nightmare and Garbage Disposers2007-12-20
13. Newton: Getting the Details Right2007-12-27
14. Newton: In Memory of Joe Ferrante2008-01-03
15. Newton: Grout, Closets, and a Clawfoot Tub2008-01-10
16. Newton: Winter Wrap Party2008-01-17
17. New Orleans | Return to New Orleans, Post Katrina2008-01-24
18. New Orleans | Camelbacks, Bargeboard, and Toxic Mold2008-01-31
19. New Orleans | French Quarter, Shotgun Colors2008-02-07
20. New Orleans | Saints in the City2008-02-14
21. New Orleans | First Builder Falls Through2008-02-21
22. New Orleans | Back on Track2008-02-28
23. New Orleans | Recovery Continues2008-03-06
24. New Orleans | Landscapes and NBA Legends2008-03-13
25. New Orleans | Only In New Orleans2008-03-20
26. New Orleans | One Small Corner Restored2008-03-27
