Kitchen Glow Up

Stephanie & John are back—but this time, the makeover’s headed outside. With baby #2 on the way & a toddler who’s asleep by 7, indoor cooking is off-limits. They need Ellen to transform their sad patio into a pizza paradise!

Barrie & Morgan are new homeowners & expecting parents. Barrie runs a catering business from home, but with bad storage, a leaky stove hood & no flow, her creativity’s stalling & she’s eyeing a rental kitchen to cope. Can Ellen save it?

Kandis is a home baker with a booming gluten-free business—but her tiny, chaotic kitchen is crumbling under pressure. With help from Ellen & a tight budget, she hopes to transform it into a pro space that supports her dream & her family’s needs.

Vlad & Olga’s cramped condo kitchen is straining their marriage. He wants function, she wants minimalism—& DIY fixes only cause fights. With no pantry, messy drawers & a 4-year-old, they call in Ellen to save their space—& their sanity.

Meredith juggles two kids, gluten-free cooking & full-time mom life while Dan works 70+ hours for the LA Rams. With no space, scattered supplies & growing stress, she asks Ellen to turn their frustrating kitchen into a calm, family-friendly haven.

Noelle, a designer at Hedley & Bennett & her husband Tim love to cook—but their small kitchen has killed the joy. With awkward cabinets, lost appliances & no counter space they need Ellen to bring order & fun back to their family’s favorite room.

Gustavo & Carissa’s dream kitchen has become a nightmare. With baby gear everywhere, poor storage & broken appliances, cooking is chaos. Can Ellen transform their dysfunctional space into a safe, warm & functional kitchen for their growing family?

Culinary event producer Caryl Chinn's 1970s kitchen is a design disaster, embarrassing her during tastings with top chefs. With broken appliances, wasted space & clutter everywhere, she's counting on Ellen to deliver a kitchen fit for work & play.