Making Over My Childhood Home | Part 1 Reno & The Entryway
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Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. Welcome to my new series, Making Over My Childhood Home, where I make over my parent's outdated home in Canada. In today's episode, I'm making over the entryway. There will be a new episode every Saturday in May. In the last episode, I'm revealing the whole makeover to my parents who are flying from England to see it!
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The fact that Graham knew the price of the Superpuff jacket had me dying 😂
That was my favorite part!! I was like no way is she going to put a garbage bag over her jacket. That brought back memories my Aunt would cut my hair and my sister's and she used a garbage bag the same way so we won't get hair on ourselves. It was a great hack!!😎
Same! After that part of the video, i kept replaying it in my head! Lol
it made him even more attractive lol
@@pama.6410 That was super sweet he cared about her jacket 😍
Is he single? Lol
It is so incredibly heart warming to see how proud her dad is of her. They are genuinely happy to collaborate with their daughter. Amazing family. Very uplifting. Thank you for sharing all this warmth.
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❤I agree! It's so heartwarming! ❤😘
Yeah, I imagine they might be really delighted to see their daughter doing what she loves for a living 🖤✨
Is it just me, or did anyone else feel low-key special when Alexandra told us to close our eyes & open on the count of three? I feel like I'm included in the family surprise.😂
Hahah I love this!!
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@@pama.6410 I did! I held my hand before my eyes xD
@@pama.6410 Yes, I covered my eyes the same way she has her clients do.😝
I covered my eyes instantly and without question!! 😂
Omg! Graham worrying about your jacket is the definition of true friendship! 😂 Love you Graham ❤
It might be his
So much ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I was wondering if they were more than friends bc I always get flirty vibes from both of them. Alexandra gives him loving eyes as well so I wasn’t sure if they were just friends! 😂🫶🏻 but their relationship is cute regardless
@@chelseaaguilar2525 I know it's bad, but I can't help myself, I ship them together soo hard hahaha. They are really cute afterall
When Graham told you to hold your breath while he SAVED your puffer...!
So Wholesome and Sweet! Your whole crew just seems so nice and supportive!
So enjoying the prospect of seeing your parents and crew together at the end!!!!
Alexandra, you look like a perfect blend of your lovely parents! Beautiful!
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I think she is the image of her daddy! They’re so alike 😮
@@kassiarojas7772 ♥️
The footage of Alexandra as a nine month old just warmed my heart 🥰
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Me too!!! ❤
Oh, how could you not cry during that call with your parents...they are so proud of you and so much history being created with your bringing this a full circle. Really looking forward to all of the episodes. x
This was a sublime makeover but all I can think it how hard I need a Graham in my life 🤘🏼
He is so skilled, has such attention and care to detail and patience.
Graham has truly elevated the AG team’s output! ♡
LOL at Graham and the Aritzia coat scene. He is such a dad and I love it! Your team is awesome!
PS, Just ordered the book too :)
This is a problem area for many typical Toronto houses. This is a useful video!
Graham was so valid 😂😂
omg that was my favorite scene. how he knew the brand and price, go off Graham! LOL
The trash bag rain coat moment killed me! Y'all are so dang cute 😍
Omg that was my favorite too! Love Graham for caring about the coat 😂
Graham really came through with that garbage bag 😂
it's my fav moment!
This is so cute and so special! I also love seeing that your childhood home was a normal home and that your parents are so down to earth. A few of the RUclipsrs I watch come from insane wealth and their childhood homes are like mansions which are so unrelatable to me.
Cutting the dividing wall in half and raising the remaining half to the ceiling (along with the arched alcove)... sheer genius!
Let's hope that no one places stinky shoes in the shoe shelf above the heating vent! I'm also wondering if the entrance could have been more streamlined by making the dividing wall an inbuilt closet with sliding doors, because once those wall pegs are in use, it's going to look very messy.
I want you to put down a rubber safety mat under the throw rug. Safer. It all looks fabulous.
I literally screamed 'blackpink in your area'! Haha. That door is class!
This is a dream of mine. I wish I could bless my parents with a fresh new home look. They gave us everything by bringing us to Canada as refugees and their lives never ceased to be difficult 😪 ♡♡♡ So endearing. Really looking forward to seeing this episode.
I love that pink door. It's such a GORGEOUS shade of pastel pink.
Graham with true king behavior as always
Looking forward to this - it's wonderful to get to do this for your parents.
This channel is the place where I come to heal. Thank you Alexandra and the whole team.
You are so right ❤
So so so pretty, you have done a great job. The only thing I wish you to consider is changing the old door hinges with new black ones to match the door knob and all other hardwares on the beautiful pink door.
Yea please! The door hinges need to match the other hardware❤
Yes! I thought I was the only one that noticed the hinges and I couldn’t unsee them. It reminded me of when I painted my builder grade metal window frame in a teal color as a teen, bad result.
Really lovely, but had to comment on those wall mounted shoe shelves. The soles of the shoes should be on the slanted side! If the soles are against the wall, it will get dirty.
Oh my goodness you were a beautiful baby !
How great to have such supportive parents.
GREAT TIP: On your windows that 'crank' open - they make 'low profile cranks' that easily switch out the older cranks - they make such a difference in how the overall look of the windows will be!! I like the "T" shaped crank handles the best. I just noticed your windows as you were showing us the home - they weren't specifically featured in this video. You'll thank me later!
Love it! In my opinion, I would have wood railing and white vents because your mom asked for comfy cozy and black metal is cold.
The entryway looks so much brighter with that partial wall down, and I love the inset shelf. My only question is can the front door actually
open all the way in? It looks as if it is going to smack right into that peg rail since it was hung so close to the door? I ask because the freshly painted door will get damaged as will the pegs and it will limit how far the door can be opened when moving things in and out.
The call between AG and her parents is just so cute.
Loved the part were you are talking to your parents about their vision for the remodel. Beautiful. Can wait for the rest.
OMG can we talk abut how cute your parents are. They seem like wonderful people. Ya'll are soooo cute!!!!
I made the same time consuming mistake of stripping my very old backdoor. In hindsight, I should've painted over it, like everyone else did. Sooo many layers & colours! Glad you had help. Love the pink!
I've been so excited for this series since you announced it and the first episode did not dissapoint! It must be so satisfying to fix a problem area in a home you've lived in for so long. The little arch nook was genius!
You and your dad have the SAME smile!
Your parents seem awesome. It's clear that your mom definitely influenced your great taste! LOVE that your dad is on board with first purple and now pink door! And the painting crew in pink uniforms?? LOVE secure masculinety. Can't wait to see the rest of this makeover
I love that JDavis were the painters for this video - I have used them and they are exceptional! Highly recommend to anyone in the GTA
You were so right with your vision of the hall entry wall. This is bang on perfect. What an excellent transformation for that wonderful loving family of yours.
I see a very positive, practical and attractive change. It's like walking into a different house. And l love, love, love the pink door. It speaks of being home.
👍🏼👍🏼 Thumbs up on Graham’s insistence on protecting her coat 😊
I liked the first pink rug with the brown fringe.
No joke! I have not laughed this hard with you guys. This episode is epic! Love the team vibes A and G are just the funniest together. Trash bag fashion is totes now a thing ( thx G)
It came out great. I always wondered why you don't put a grip pad under those runners? Don't they slip and slide out of place?
Alexandra - Good on you !!!! By the way, I had pre ordered your book and have been reading and thoroughly enjoying it - this 1st pass was simply to read it, next pass notes will be taken, small sticky notes will be used! Yes, at some point this book will be a coffee table treasure, but right now it is earning its keep as this 66yo prepares to sell the big-old-house and move to a modern condo. Your book is wonderful, amazing, inspirational and have enjoyed your personal insights - thank you. BTW - WISH ME LUCK
Love, love the runner on the stairs. Brilliant. Question: What keeps the peg rail from popping out the windows in the front door when the door is swung open fully? I didn't spot a limiter on the hinges nor the baseboard. Thanks for the video. Beep.
Hi Alexandar, your makover on your Mum & Dad's hallway is stunning. The interior front door colour is beautiful. You are truly loved. You have done a fabulous job. Both parents will be "over the moon". X
Agreed but what about the exterior colour of the door?
OOPs you did address this. Sorry!
First of all, I love your style. But I have a serious question. It looks like if you fully open the door, it will bump into the hanging knobs. Why did you not start the rack where the open door will be?
I am soooo excited for this ❤ I am a designer myself and you have inspired me SO much with all your interior tips and innovative tricks Alexandra! Keep shining your light ✨️.
Omg that pink door is EVERYTHING! I absolutely love it! Having a charging station right next to the door is such an amazing idea! Well done, everyone! I can't wait to see what other exciting changes are in store for this reno.
The magical power of white to open up a space! The only changes I would have made are shortened the coat rack to not go behind the door and changed the usb outlets to one with a regular plug and usb.
So lovely to see your sweet family relationships. My only concern with the design style in general is the scalloped edges and squigly lines seem to be such an obvious millenial trend which will age really quicky - the opposite of timeless and classic IMO but hopefully I'm wrong as I know you love that style so much! ♥
I love love love these designs, love the maximised space in every detail. I'm only lamenting the lovely wooden handrail. I love warm and worn old wood to touch.
Ok it’s 3am in NZ and I can’t sleep.. how good to open RUclips and see this!!
I can't believe those shoe cabinets are $225.... I'm going to Staples and getting file holders for $10
OMG... What a fabulous difference the light and bright colors have made to this space 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Absolutely love it 😂😂😂
One thought... Would it be too much for the little alcove to be the same color as the front door??? You and your Mom do love a splash of pink... why not make it two splashes 😂😂😂
Also, it was spot on to extend the wall to the ceiling and shorten it...
What a world of difference it makes to the space... huge!!!
This looks very pretty. The only thing is the shoe caddies are so visible. You live in toronto where 9 of 12 months is raining or snowing. Those pretty white shoe caddies are going to show dirt way too fast. They will need to be cleaned almost daily. The door is fabulous and inspired me to repaint mine. Thank you.
I hope u make good storage area under the stairs, i hate to see that space being wasted
Oh my god this is SO helpful! I've just bought a new flat that has a tiny little entryway that then goes up the stairs and I can't do exactly what you've done with the space but the shoe storage and coat rack ideas have been SO helpful! I cant quite find those shoe racks in my country but there's similar! Thank you so much
Thank you for the shoe rack comment! We ship worldwide!
@@ylisse ooh ok! I’ll look into it when I move, thank you!
Such a change in the entryway!! The whole space looks bigger and brighter. Great decision to shorten the wall - really opened things up. Laughed till I cried at the garbage bag poncho over your lovely coat 😂😂. Your parents are going to love their renovated home! Looking forward to the next videos!!!
The rain bag poncho was my fav moment too! 😂
Was *NOT* _at all_ expecting that kick to turn into the crazy edit that James made it into! 😱 Lordy, Lordy, I seriously jumped! I do, however, have my AirPods in, set _almost_ at max volume since it’s pouring rain down on my metal roof…so…I _kinda_ set myself up for it…just a little bit, anyhow. lol 😆
Love how concerned Graham was over your expensive puffy coat! As someone else commented- _”That is true friendship”_ right there! 🫶🏻
_Also_ *LOVE* how I got to be “in on the surprise” cause I totally covered my eyes, and, yes, *loved* getting to experience that surprised excitement for myself! Now, I’m wondering why Alexandra doesn’t have us do this for every video? 🤭😉 Probably because, no matter what, I’m always _blown away_ by every finished makeover by Team AG! 😍
This is beautiful!! I personally would have made the mail slot black and painted the hinges on the wall pink to match the door, but otherwise it’s very well thought out!
Absolutely love this. You are so like your mum 😊
I'm about to paint EVERY door in my home pink now. 🤩
Your dad made that demo look so clean and easy! 😂 most people I see make a ginormous mess and just beat it down but he did it so calmly and on pieces 😂🫶🏻
i love that Graham knew how expensive that superpuff was and cared too haha
We done team. Love your Dad so much. He has such a lovely and heartwarming face. We can see clearly that he and your mom are so proud of you.
I’ll never not be amazed at how just a fresh coat of white paint can make a world of difference. Can’t wait to see more of the house!
I started to watch your channel one week ago… and I’m in love! Now I want to watch every single videooooo!!!!
Chile.... not me full on sobbing from how heart warming this is lol. I adore this so much
Baby Alexandra was so cute :3
when your dad started to talk about how grateful he is and how you designing this space is full circle.. i just about started crying it was so sweet 🥲
Amazing use of such a narrow space! As someone who needs to use the handrail, I am hoping it is just the camera angle that makes it look like it doesn't come down far enough to grab from the bottom step.
Everything turned out just beautiful 🤩. Warm family, warm house. May I suggest something? Don't forget a doorstop behind your front door so it won't bang against the wooden pegs. Alexandra you're one of the best!!!! Thank you for your great videos👍
This entryway is so cute! Black door hinges would look awesome 😎
Looks awesome Alexandra, though I would have painted the back of the niche pink also
Perfection. Painting the door made me notice the great windows in the door.
This is such a good transformation. Can't wait to see more. I know it's too late but the peg rail is too long. It should have gone from door to end of partition wall. Perhaps 10 pegs. If you fill this with so many coats, purses etc. it's going to look cluttered and messy.
At first I thought you lost your mind painting the door pink. Omg I love it!
If anyone could pull off this look it is you ! You look adorable !
A bright and happy entrance way. I'm surprised the mail slot wasn't painted black to match the doorknob
Love it!! You're such a natural at this! Was wondering if you ended up putting a door stop in so the coat rack pegs don't mar the pretty pink door.
The coat hang pegs next to the door would smash into the door glass panes; I think it should have started at the open end of the door when fully open.
This was such a good makeover!
I just wish you spray painted the mail flap on the door black 🙈
being from central europe and having walls of stone it still blows my mind how you just saw down a wall hahaha it just gives so much more options on creating a space I love it!
Really very pretty, but you know what's missing? Something to sit on to change shoes.
Unless they sit on the stairs.
I love that you are doing this for your parents. I can’t wait to see it all unfold. Your parents are so stinkin adorable and you are a perfect blend of both of them
Paint the mail slot mat black to match the new door handles.
How blessed you are to have such loving and supportive parents.
So much more space and feels so light and airy! Love the pink door!!!!!!! And the pink runner is gorgeous!!!❤😊
I started watching your channel when you lived in this home with your sister after your parents moved out🥹 This is such fun and full circle moment to watch as a subscriber. I’m so happy to see this all come together.
Just to watch your bright and smiling face and hear your cheerful voice is worth watching your programme… and yes I add you and your team are absolute geniuses …God bless..
Oh my god, your parents are absolutely adorable and the connection you have with them is really nice to watch. I'm excited to see more of them throughout the month.
Looks so bright and cheerful!! That arch is sooo cool. It helps open up the narrow entrance a lot! And the outlet to charge the phones, so functional and convenient! I would place a narrow, low rectangular basket next to the outlet and place a beautiful patterned (and pink) textile folded on top to disguise the technology, making that space another decorative moment!
The stair runner where the scalloped edges are curling up will be a tripping hazard and dust will get all up under it. No bueno.
Okay but i love how concerned Graham was. He was not going to let her jacket get messed up. YES that's a true friend👏 But Alexandra why weren't you just as concerned?? lolol
Oh gosh love that your dad took that entry wall down and then took it up to the ceiling, that archway is perfect and it really opened that space up and made it much more useful. Love that runner going up the stairs and that beautiful pink door is also gorgeous. Also like that you took that fireplace out. Oh I am so excited to see part 2 of this makeover. That cabinet that you got for the entryway is so beautiful. I really love all of the inspiration that you give me to get started on my livingroom makeover. Thanks again Alexandra and of course Graham, you are so amazing. Have a blessed weekend and then week and I will really look forward to the next video, sending love and hugs, bye! 😂🤗😻👏🙌👍💜💜💜
Oh Alexandra, word to the wise, a heat gun paint remover is SOOOOOO much quicker and easier that a paint stripper. Learnt the hard way! Lovely and informative video, love your vision and the pink door.😊
Wasn't sure about the pink door but wow it is gorgeous!!! Everything is top notch! Can't wait to see the rest of this series! PS your book is outstanding ❤
I would have left the door the natural light wood color and sealed it
omg graham is a real one protecting your jacket!!!
Alexandra your parents are my dream parents. The warm moments between you and them and how visibly proud of you they are is just a heart warming. Remember to be thankful for them. Many people don't get that privilege of kind and loving people being their parents. And as usual love the video. Keeps getting better from day 1! And Graham is a god send and so skilled and talented; adore you Graham😊. I've watched all your videos so many times and you have taught me so much.
I would have put a floor to ceiling open bookcase where the wall is.. used wicker baskets on the bottom shelf for shoes which just looks like pretty storage ..then I would take some shelves out..put a wood back with a big painting on it on living room side and hooks for coats on front door side. Etc
But great.. you must be exciting your parents are moving back to Canada.