Kitchen Impossible

Alan and Pam purchased their home one year ago knowing a kitchen renovation was a must. Unfortunately, their renovations don't seem to be holding up and these hardworking homeowners are tired of keeping up with their kitchen.

Cindy and Josh's kitchen cabinets have suffered major water damage and are falling apart, but they don't know how to fix anything without using duct tape. The room has potential, but will Marc be able to help this couple?

Kareem and Heather Bryant purchased a fixer-upper three years ago but were unaware of what they were getting themselves into. Every time they turn around, something else seems to fall apart in their kitchen.

David and Colleen purchased their home ten years ago with tons of drive to renovate their entire home. However, three children later, the power tools were replaced with milk bottles.

James and Martha McKay love the charm of their 82-year-old home, but they would really like to bring it into the 21st century, especially the kitchen.

Joe and Jen Tully have tried to bring out the retro style of their 1950s kitchen, but they're starting to realize the space is just plain old... not to mention completely disorganized!

With host Marc Bartolomeo's help, the Protheros will get rid of two windows, allowing for more cabinet and countertop space. Plus, the couple will even gain a breakfast bar.

Jackson and Shelby Derbish have lived in their home for three years and have always wanted to renovate their kitchen to make it more modern. They've tried doing a few minor changes but lack the skills to really make an impact.

Jessica Bolton and friend Caya have tackled their fair share of DIY projects throughout the house, but it all ends in the kitchen. The pair wants a place to entertain their friends, but the current setup has made it impossible.

Eric and Jacquie have lived with their hazardous kitchen for five years, but with the arrival of their daughter, these parents decided it was time for an update. Marc comes to the rescue with new lighting and a unique backsplash.

Engineers Adrianne and Jason Winterling purchased their first home two years ago, knowing that although the place needed to be renovated, it had plenty of potential -- especially the kitchen.

Cristina and Matt Hendrickson are preparing for the birth of their child and are on a time crunch to get their house in order, including the cramped kitchen.

After renovating most of their house, a couple realizes they're in over their heads with the kitchen and need help from contractor Marc Bartolomeo. They want to install a skylight, bring in more natural light and use salvaged doors as wainscoting.