See the Fixer Upper Joanna Gaines Designed for a Waco Widow

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Memorable Makeover

Last night’s emotional Fixer Upper had Joanna Gaines reaching for the tissues. “This one’s a tear jerker,” she tweeted during the episode, which saw she and husband Chip work their magic on a property for homeowner Patti Baker, who recently lost her husband to cancer. After relocating to Waco, Texas, to be near her two sons, Baker decided to purchase this humble abode. While in relatively good shape, it “needed a hug” before it could be her new forever home.

As seen on FIxer Upper, the exterior of the Baker’s home. (Before)

AFTER: WARM WELCOME

The original exterior was bland, with simple gray siding and standard iron pillars. Chip and Jo, who announced in January that they’re expecting baby number five, brightened the look with cedar shingles, lighter paint and a redesigned porch, perfect for the Texas lifestyle.

The exterior of the Baker’s rennovated home has new siding, landscaping and an updated porch, as seen on Fixer Upper. (After)

BEFORE: DARK AND DREARY

The closed off 1,600-square-foot floor plan didn’t offer much in the way of spacious rooms. One bonus, though, were the floors that remained in nearly untouched condition.

As seen on FIxer Upper, the dining room of the Baker’s home. (Before)

AFTER: SUNNY COOKING SPOT

After reconfiguring a few of those spare spaces, the HGTV hosts were able to design a light, bright kitchen that now sports a focal point backsplash, wood island, seating for her Patti’s kids and her dream farmhouse sink.

BEFORE: BARE BONES

The living room already offered plenty of natural light, but plain walls and outdated fixtures took away from the area’s solid starting point.

As seen on FIxer Upper, the living room of the Baker’s home. (Before)

AFTER: SITTING PRETTY

White shutters, light furniture and touches of wood refresh the space, while floating shelves showcasing precious family memories of her late husband help Patti feel truly at home. “He knows I’m safe and sound now,” Baker said after the reveal.