'Brother vs. Brother' Season 8: Tour Drew Scott's Home Makeover

HGTV takes you through Property Brother Drew's hillside, Brother vs Brother house from start to finish.

February 15, 2023

By: Rebecca R. Norris

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Brother vs. Brother No Rules: The Concept

Sibling rivalry is back and better than ever in the Season 8 of HGTV's Brother vs. Brother. Once again, Property Brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott compete to flip their chosen homes and sell them for a higher price than their twin. Only this time, there were no renovation rules: When it came to budgets and locations around Los Angeles, the possibilities were endless.

see more: Brother Vs. Brother

Drew's House Selection

Jonathan was drawn to the ocean and assumed spending more upfront was the wiser flipping decision. Conversely, Drew made his way to the suburbs of Los Angeles to find the perfect reno-ready home. There, he found a 1,250-square-foot house with three bedrooms, one and a half baths and a freestanding garage — but that's not all. The home also featured a separate two-bedroom, one-bathroom guest suite and a three-tiered backyard. In total, the property cost $850,000 — "which actually feels like a steal compared to what others are going for in the neighborhood," Drew shared in the first episode.

The Why Behind the House

“There were two things I really wanted when I was looking for my house," Drew revealed. "I wanted a fixer-upper that I could treat as a complete blank slate, and I also wanted a well-established suburban neighborhood, which I found in El Sereno, just outside of South Pasadena. It’s an area with a lot of multi-generation families looking for a newly renovated house — something I plan on giving them.”

Before: The Living Room and Entryway

From the start, Drew admitted his house was in worse shape than Jonathan's. "Sure, Jonathan’s house is in better condition than mine, but I can make the more impressive transformation, which means more profit in the end and another win for me," he said. To do so, Drew planned to spend $600,000 in renovation costs, with $75,000 dedicated to the living room and entryway. In the end, he hoped to sell the remodeled home for $1.7 million.

Demo Time

Drew's main goal was to create function and flow. In the entryway, he added a coat closet, repositioned the front door, replaced the outdated, thin-planked wood floors, updated the fireplace and added color and print — all in an effort to set the tone from the moment guests entered the house.

The Big Reveal

Drew's efforts hit the nail on the head. When HGTV guest judges David Bromstad (My Lottery Dream Home) and Kendra Wilkinson (Kendra Sells Hollywood) entered his home, their jaws literally dropped.

After: The Entryway

In the entryway, Jonathan added a half-moon table, a blue-and-rattan chair and cane-accented doors to create a warm and inviting place for guests to hang their coats and bags.

From: Drew Scott

After: The Living Room

“I want this room to be eye-catching so I’ll do that with beautiful wallpaper pattern accents, with bold colors all around the room,” Drew said at the beginning of the living area competition. While striped wallpaper, mixed prints and loads of color certainly helped achieve his desired aesthetic, the trayed ceiling is what stood out the most.

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After: The Living Room

Originally, Drew's home had a popcorn ceiling, which contractor Chris Lumpkin warned could be a sign of asbestos. Once a team came out to inspect the ceiling (and cleared it for asbestos), Drew and Chris decided to maximize the height of the room by tapping into the beam space. “All that space in the ceiling gives me a ton of possibilities to add some real zing to this living room, so now Chris and I have an opportunity to create something really special,” Drew said.

see more: The Property Brothers’ Best Living Room Design Ideas From ‘Forever Home’

From: Drew Scott

And the Winner Is...

While the judges admitted that Drew's style was a bit wild from a real estate and resell stance, in the end, it was the tray ceiling that really drew David and Kendra in and secured his win. “I love the shape ... it’s so cool,” Kendra marveled. David agreed. “People are so afraid to put color on the ceiling, especially when there’s a unique one like this.”

Check out the competition: 'Brother vs. Brother' Season 8: Tour Jonathan Scott's Winning House Makeover

A Toast to Kick Things Off

After winning the entryway and living room challenge in the first episode, Drew was feeling on top of the world heading into his next renovations: the kitchen and dining room. With Chris Lumpkin from his construction team by his side, he got straight to work thinking about how to make the most of his Hillside Home.

Kitchen: Before

Knowing Jonathan usually beats him with gigantic surprise kitchens, Drew decided to prioritize an addition for his space. While he initially dreamed of a 10-foot expansion, Chris brought him back down to Earth and the duo planned for a 6- to 7-foot add-on, which they felt could be accomplished with a portion of the $125,000 renovation budget Drew set aside for week two.

Kitchen: After

To make the kitchen feel as spacious as possible, Drew knocked out the back wall and extended it into the covered porch area. Additionally, he focused on adding colors and patterns to make the space feel more inviting. “Pink and green were Linda and my wedding colors, so I know they work really well together," he said in the episode. "And if I want to impress the judges and finally win a kitchen challenge, I need to take some chances and do something bold.”

see more: The Property Brothers' Best Kitchen Ideas From 'Forever Home'

From: Drew Scott

A Hand-Tiled Hood Vent

Among all the unique elements in Drew's kitchen, the hand-tiled hood vent might be the stunner. "Any buyer or judge who loves to cook will fall in love with [it]," Drew said — and he was right. HGTV guest judges, Chef Alex Guarnaschelli (Alex vs. America) and Veronica Valencia (of the upcoming series Revealed) were both enamored by the statement piece. "I like all the shapes and the playfulness," Alex marveled, referring to the hood and the kitchen and dining nook as a whole.

From: Drew Scott

Multigenerational Seating

When concocting his kitchen and dining room plan, Drew catered to the buyers in the area. "The showstopper will be a massive island with lots of seating, then I’ll add even more with a separate dining area perfect for the multigenerational families who might be looking to buy in this neighborhood," he revealed during his brainstorming stage. “I’m definitely tailoring to a multigenerational family, because this is something that has some traditional or classic details, and it’s something that has a bit of modern functionality. It’s a win-win for everyone.”

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A Full Wall of Storage

Knowing that large families often have ample kitchen appliances, Drew made sure his open-layout kitchen and dining room had as much storage as possible. He hired custom cabinet installer Michael Sloane, who ensured every single cabinet and drawer could open — even the one situated just above the step leading out of the dining area and into the den.

From: Drew Scott

Over Budget — But Worth It

While Drew initially allotted $125,000 for his kitchen and dining room renovations, he went over by $15,000 to account for the addition and custom scalloped bench banquet, which saved him from having to size down on the table or island. "I'm coming in slightly over budget. It was worth it though, because I have the ultimate big kitchen that will finally beat Jonathan," he confidently declared before the judges made their choice.

From: Drew Scott

And the Winner Is ...

After walking through Jonathan and Drew's kitchen and dining renovations, Alex and Veronica awarded Drew with the win — thus ending Jonathan's long streak as the "Kitchen King." In the end, it was Drew's bold choices that tipped the scales.

In celebration of his win, Drew and his wife Linda were treated to a romantic dinner at Michelin Star chef Minh Phan’s Phenakite restaurant and art installation in downtown LA. Meanwhile, Jonathan was their server and busboy.

check out the competition: 'Brother vs. Brother' Season 8: Tour Jonathan Scott's Winning House Makeover

Before: Main Bedroom Suite

When Drew first purchased his Hillside Home, he knew that it would need a lot of TLC to transform it into a competition-winning property. To give himself the best possible chance, he planned to dedicate $150,000 of his total $600,000 renovation budget to attach the existing additional dwelling unit (ADU) to the house, creating an expansive master suite in the process.

After: Main Bedroom Suite

Drew ran into a major problem during this challenge. The city told him he needed to demolish the existing ADU. After some back and forth, however, Drew was granted permission to rebuild on the old ADU lot, so he was still able to add extra square footage to the main suite (despite it butting up against the property line). Drew and his team spent five weeks rebuilding the structure and redesigning the space. In total, the project cost $65,000 more than anticipated, but according to Drew, it was well worth it.

From: Drew Scott

A Custom Mural

To really make an impression, Drew skipped out on wallpaper in favor of a hand-painted mural by muralist James Mobley. While HGTV guest judge Jasmine Roth (Help! I Wrecked My House) was impressed by the intricate details, she was skeptical about the impact the mural would have on potential buyers. “What a way to add visual interest to a room," she commented during her appraisal. "I personally love the mural, [though] I don’t know that it would be for everybody.”

From: Drew Scott

A Statement-Making Bathroom

When Drew combined the ADU with one of the bedrooms in the house, he did so with the hope of designing a gorgeous bathroom. "I’ll create a mesmerizing main bathroom that includes a custom walk-in closet with tons of storage, a stately freestanding tub and porcelain slabs separating the shower and the water closet. This bathroom will just exude luxury. This won’t be cheap, but buyers will drool over all the new square footage and Jasmine will hand me my third win in a row," he predicted while detailing his grand plan.

From: Drew Scott

A New York Vibe

Drew had a couple of ideas in mind to make his main bathroom feel like a luxurious Parisian or New York retreat. He chose book-matched marble slabs (two adjoining slabs that mirror each other). Though they cost $8,400, "they just scream luxury," Drew said. Even more luxe: He also spent $5,000 on custom, multi-pane wrought iron doors for the shower and water closet. Based on Jasmine's reaction, it's safe to say his thought process was right. "Book-matched slab ... Whoever did this went all out," she remarked. "OK, this is what sells the house right here. These doors are phenomenal. Look at how far up they go.”

From: Drew Scott

The Walk-In Closet

As if the bathroom weren't dreamy enough, to the left of the shower, Drew installed sliding barn doors that lead into a massive walk-in closet, complete with a makeup vanity.

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Storage Galore

When creating the closet, Drew considered more than just clothing. He also made it large enough to store linens.

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Drew Wins Again

Much to Jonathan's chagrin, Drew took the win for his main suite renovation. While Jasmine was initially concerned that he may have overbuilt the neighborhood, given just how luxe the design is, she couldn't stop swooning over the home's newest addition.

To celebrate his win, Drew got to perform on stage at The Magic Castle, a world-renowned, invite-only clubhouse for magicians and magic enthusiasts. As a magician himself, Jonathan was admittedly disappointed to be on stage as Drew's assistant.

see jonathan's bedroom design: 'Brother vs. Brother' Season 8: Tour Jonathan Scott's Winning House Makeover

From Garages to Guest Suites

Jonathan and Drew's fourth challenge was to transform their accessory dwelling units (ADU) — i.e. their garages — into gorgeous guest suites. “I’m going to convert the rundown, 350-square-foot garage into the ultimate ADU," Drew said confidently. To make his ideas a reality, Drew dedicated $75,000 of his total $600,000 renovation budget to the garages-to-guest suites challenge.

A Small But Mighty Guest Suite

With only 350 square feet to work with, Drew had to get creative. To make it feel as spacious as possible, he opened up the ceiling and installed faux wood beams to add height and character — something HGTV guest judges Breegan Jane (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and The House My Wedding Bought) and Trixie Mattel (Trixie Motel) immediately noted.

From: Drew Scott

Staying on Theme

After winning the first three challenges, Drew felt pretty confident in his ability to nab the trophy for the best guest suite. In the kitchen, he aimed to secure the win by mimicking the main house's hand-tiled hood, which the judges loved. Rather than copying the exact design, Drew opted for hand-glazed terra-cotta tiles to create a rustic, Tuscan-inspired feel.

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Prioritizing Natural Light

Drew wanted to make his ADU feel as warm and inviting as possible by prioritizing natural light. To do so, he added a large sliding glass door, which brightened the entire space.

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A Custom Portrait

Since Drew's ADU lacked windows, he hung a custom hillside portrait (which was taken in the area) to bring in that wildflower-covered-hill California ambiance.

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A Hidden Bed

Drew had to find a way to add a sleeping area to his small space without sacrificing a living area during the day. So, he installed a custom-built hidden bed system on the far wall. Though it cost $12,000 to bring to life, Drew felt it was necessary for guests to have a place to sit, relax and sleep.

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A Defining Characteristic

One of the elements of Drew's space the judges loved? His beautiful, spa-like bathroom complete with a full shower, vanity and stacked washer and dryer, which Drew felt turned his ADU into the ideal guest suite.

From: Drew Scott

Texture Galore

Another characteristic of Drew's space that Breegan and Trixie fawned over was the earthy materials, which spanned from the kitchen and living space into the bathroom. “This is selling me on neutrals," Trixie said. “I love the warm browns and natural textures ... weaves and wood pieces. It feels like you could open the door and be in the countryside.”

From: Drew Scott

But Alas, Drew's Winning Streak Was Up

As much as Breegan and Trixie enjoyed Drew's use of texture to make a neutral space more intriguing, they couldn't help but award Jonathan with the win after seeing his "flying bed from outer space." Being a good sport, Drew endured his loss by stepping into the role of celebrity tour guide on a Hollywood tour bus decked out in Jonathan's winning grin.

See the Winning Design: 'Brother vs. Brother' Season 8: Tour Jonathan Scott's Winning House Makeover

A Second Gathering Space

When it came time for the Extra Spaces showdown, Drew knew exactly how to add value to his home. First, he transformed the original main bedroom suite into a secondary family room complete with built-in bookshelves and an impressive media center. The bookend arched doors lead into a full laundry suite and powder room.

From: Drew Scott

Built for Suds and Bubbles

Speaking of the laundry suite, the renovated space earned high praise from HGTV guest judges Mike Jackson and Egypt Sherrod (Married to Real Estate). "A whole room dedicated to laundry is a must now—they will pay over asking price for it," Egypt predicted.

From: Drew Scott

Statement Ceiling

While Mike and Egypt fell in love with the entire space and its Alice in Wonderland-esque whimsy, the wallpapered ceiling impressed them the most. "It draws the eye up and nods to the height of the room," Egypt remarked while appraising the space.

From: Drew Scott

Wallpaper Galore

Staying true to his vow to be bold, Drew used wallpaper in the powder room as well. However, Egypt and Mike weren't sold on his thought process. "It's a whimsical, fun and entertaining house, which goes a long way for someone in design, but how far does it go with buyers?" Egypt pondered during the walkthrough.

From: Drew Scott

A Kids' Room for the Ages

Oftentimes, kids are quick to outgrow their rooms. That's why Egypt and Mike were such big fans of Drew's non-age-specific take on a classic kids' space. "This could be a bedroom that they’d stay in until their teens,” Egypt marveled.

From: Drew Scott

Understandable Concerns

As much as Mike and Egypt loved Drew's remodeled kids' room, they couldn't help but wonder how the beds would work for older (and taller) children and teens. The custom-built bunk beds cost $7,000 and feature two full beds, which they found to be an incredible use of the space, but given the height, Egypt worried big kids wouldn't be able to sit up in bed on the top bunk.

Maintaining the Theme

Drew opted for a green hallway that stretches from the kids' room to the guest room, which complements the rest of the nature-inspired motifs in his design.

From: Drew Scott

A Retro Vibe

Off the hallway between the kids' room and guest room, Drew created a gorgeous, retro-inspired bathroom that ties in pink and green design features from the rest of the house.

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Grown-Up Whimsy

In every room Drew updated, he added bold pops of color, playful patterns and quirky trinkets. Egypt and Mike especially loved this approach in the guest room. "It feels like an adult version of the kids' room," Egypt marveled.

Built for a Boss Lady

Beyond the cheerful decor, the judges enjoyed the built-in desk area. “Everybody is working from home right now — it’s just the reality — so you’ve gotta have a home office or at least something that’s dedicated as a work closet," Egypt said, applauding the space.

From: Drew Scott

"Whimsy Is Flimsy"

As fun and unexpected as Drew's whimsical approach to the extra spaces in his home was, ultimately he lost out to Jonathan during this portion of the challenge. To which Jonathan joked, "Whimsy is flimsy." To be a good sport, though, Drew dressed up as Magnum P.I. and had to wash the real Magnum P.I. car at the Petersen Automotive Museum while Jonathan got to tool around town in a 1929 Dupont.

see jonathan's extra spaces: 'Brother vs. Brother' Season 8: Tour Jonathan Scott's Winning House Makeover

A Tiered Escape

The final challenge between Drew and Jonathan came down to how they elevated their exteriors. Drew was certain his three-tiered backyard was built for a win. To kick things off, he created a deck with plenty of seating behind his den area (directly between the kitchen and ADU). From there, he added a walkway leading up to the second tier of the yard.

From: Drew Scott

A Hosting Haven

The second tier of Drew's backyard is the most spacious, an he used all of the square footage by dividing it into two parts: a Mediterranean-inspired outdoor kitchen and a cozy fire pit lounge area. With multigenerational family gatherings in mind, Drew not only added an eight-seat dining table but a massive island with bar seating, too.

From: Drew Scott

The Perfect Place to Relax on a Cool Evening

Next to the outdoor kitchen and dining area, Drew installed a laidback fire pit lounge. He opted for gravel, ensuring its stability by implementing a honeycomb system designed to keep the stones in place. Brilliant as it was, it tacked an additional $1,700 onto his exterior project.

From: Drew Scott

The Third Tier

The third tier of Drew's backyard stood out for two reasons. For starters, he added $8,000 worth of custom planted boxes filled with herbs ... and that's not all.

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A Dreamy Shed

Beyond the planters, Drew created a tiled walkway, complete with a fairytale-esque fountain, leading to what he dubbed the "luxury shed." It may have cost him $24,000 to create, but it added undeniable value to his property.

From: Drew Scott

The Final Product

To update the front of the home, Drew opted for bright white cladding to complement the freshly painted original door. Additionally, he added uniform tiling from the sidewalk and driveway to the front steps to give the home even more curb appeal.

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But It Wasn't Enough to Secure Him the Win

As beautiful as Drew's renovated hillside home was, in the end, it didn't come out on top. The reason? Without rules, he overspent in the first three challenges (which paid off at the time but not overall). Going into the challenge, Drew bought his house for $850,000. He set out to spend $600,000 on renovations. By the end of the project, he went over budget by $100,000 and sold his house for $1,710,000, earning him a $160,000 profit. Meanwhile, Jonathan finished the competition with a $275,000 profit.

see more: Interview: Jonathan Scott on His 'Brother vs. Brother: No Rules' Win

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