Highlights from Season 6 of Restored
When classic homes meet 21st-century preservation techniques, the results are nothing short of stunning. On an all-new season of Restored, Brett Waterman and his team reveal even more of the Golden State's gorgeous architectural history.
Classic California Homes
Mediterranean Style 16 Photos
Check out some of Brett's refurbished Spanish-style abodes.
Craftsman Style 15 Photos
See before-and-after photos of restored bungalows and cottages.
Victorian Style 17 Photos
See Brett take on one of the most recognized architectural styles.
Cottage Style 12 Photos
These unique homes are straight out of a storybook.
Midcentury Style 16 Photos
Brett uncovers unique details only found in midcentury moderns.
Video Highlights
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Tour More Historic Homes
It's All in the Details
Read more about how Brett renews these vintage homes to their former glory.
Beautiful 'Old California' 18 Photos
From Craftsman to mid-mod, the West Coast has some unique architecture.
Best Born-Again Features 24 Photos
Restorations aren't always easy, but they're always worth it.
About the Host
Brett Waterman
About the show
In each episode, homeowners call on preservationist Brett Waterman to unearth the hidden potential in their character-filled homes. Brett's attention to detail and architectural knowledge leads to incredible restorations and fascinating stories.
Episodes
See Episode Guide1930s Colorful Spanish Colonial Farmhouse
Brett restores a 1930s two-story Spanish Colonial farmhouse in Fontana, California. He learns the rich history of the home which then guides his design plan for the house exterior, entryway, living room and kitchen. He adds vintage charm to the balcony with custom made spindles, and the living room archway comes back to life with a hand-painted stencil design.
1906 Transitional Victorian
A 1906 Victorian lost some of its charm due to additions and modifications. Brett solves the mystery behind a decorative ring on the front of the house and returns interior details, like the fireplace and staircase, to their original glory.
1955 Mid-Century Ranch
Brett helps a young family preserve the beautiful, original mid-century woodwork and cabinetry of their 1955 ranch home. He creates more light and functionality in the kitchen and totally reimagines a 1990s-style bathroom remodel.
1910 Arts and Crafts Family Farmhouse
Brett restores a 1910 Arts and Crafts farmhouse for a family who relocates from the big city to the countryside of Cherry Valley, California. The family hopes to become organic farmers and want to include elements needed for the family farm and business in the home renovation. Brett opens up the original front porch, changes the layout in the living room and guts the kitchen to install some unique cabinetry that will meet this family's needs.
1922 American Colonial Arts and Crafts
Brett Waterman takes on a bright pink Arts and Crafts home with American Colonial elements. He uncovers lots of hidden features while returning the house to its 1922 roots.
1940s Modern Ranch
Brett restores a 1941 modern ranch in Redlands, CA, for a couple who recently inherited the home from her grandfather. He modernizes the kitchen and opens up the living and dining room, then he surprises the couple by adding a feature found in the original blueprints.
1926 French Normandy Cottage
Homeowners Steven and Gina call in preservationist Brett Waterman to restore their recent purchase, a French Normandy-style cottage in a small cul-de-sac known fondly as "gnome court." Built in 1926, the Redlands, CA, house was a severely neglected rental for 30 years. Excited by the idea of restoring a home on the well-known street, Brett takes on the challenge but gets more than he bargains for with a leaky roof, rotten windows, missing floorboards and damaged walls. But he perseveres to turn this derelict house into the crown jewel of the neighborhood.
1927 Storybook Cottage
An unusual cottage looks like it's right out of a fairy tale, but it's lost some of its magic over the years. Brett adds details to the home to enhance the architectural style. Then, he creates a kitchen and breakfast nook fit for a storybook cottage.
1952 Midcentury Masterpiece
A couple wants to renovate their midcentury modern California ranch home but are not sure where to begin. Brett works to blend her traditional style with his more modern tastes for an extensive and unique remodel. The massive project includes removing the front of the home to create an open air vestibule, and a surprising design choice sets the tone for one of the coolest kitchen makeovers ever.
1913 Mission Revival Mansion
Brett Waterman helps a mother and her grown-up children restore their majestic 1913 Mission Revival mansion. He's elated when he realizes he can restore the original linoleum in the kitchen, but the homeowners may not open to the idea.
1923 Mediterranean Revival
Brett's new clients recently purchased their first home together, a 1923 Mediterranean Revival, and want to restore it after years of small updates from the previous owners. Brett sets his sights on the living room, dining room and kitchen, but during the demolition, he discovers the house is suffering from severe termite damage.
Dutch Colonial Done Right
Brett restores a 1918 Dutch Colonial home in Upland, California for a woman moving back in with her mother. It is the family's dream to finally see the house restored to its original glory. Brett quickly learns this house is a time capsule full of discoveries, and he even meets the great-granddaughter of the original builder who provides clues to its past.
1954 Modern California Ranch
A classic midcentury modern ranch was designed by a prominent architect and almost all of its original details and fixtures are still intact. Brett aims to preserve these elements while giving the home much-needed updated functionality.
1893 Victorian
The owner of the first house Brett tackled on Restored has purchased a Victorian home and needs help again. The project includes bringing back original exterior elements and colors as well as a complete restoration of the living room, mudroom and kitchen.
